Orlando Deals: Worlds of Discovery Staycation Deals

Florida residents looking for Orlando deals can enjoy their own “staycation” with a little more money in their pocket by taking advantage of the Worlds of Discovery “Pick Two” program, which combines visits to any two of the Florida Worlds of Discovery – SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Adventure Island – for only $79.95.

Newly opened this spring, Aquatica is Orlando’s newest water park, located on the south end of International Drive across the street from SeaWorld Orlando. With single day adult admission prices at $37.95 for Adventure Island, $41.95 for Aquatica, $67.95 for Busch Gardens and $69.95 for SeaWorld Orlando, the “Pick Two” program offers big savings on some of Orlando area’s biggest attractions.

The “Pick Two” deal is just one Orlando deal available for Florida residents. The popular “Pay for a Day” offer at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando has been extended through Labor Day. With a Fun Card, Florida residents can enjoy unlimited admission through the end of 2008 to either SeaWorld or Busch Gardens for the price of a single-day ticket.

Summer at the Orlando Science Center Museum

Summer may be winding down, but the Orlando Science Center museum still has some of the hottest exhibits in town. From now until October 12, the Rockwell’s America exhibit invites visitors to interact with three-dimensional dioramas of Norman Rockwell’s most famous cover illustrations for the Saturday Evening Post. With 20 theatrical environments, this is the largest Norman Rockwell/Saturday Evening Post exhibition ever created.

The Titanic—the Experience continues its special engagement at the Orlando Science Center. An admission ticket to this special exhibit allows visitors to embark upon a guided tour of Titanic artifacts that were originally displayed at the (now closed) Titanic exhibit on International Drive.

The Orlando Science Center museum is home to the world's largest Iwerks (extreme screen) domed theater and Digistar II planetarium, with 28,000 watts of digital sound. Currently the Dr. Phillips CineDome is showing several giant-screened features: Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure, Roving Mars, and Storm Chasers. For a 3-D experience without the funny glasses, this is as good as it gets. For more information about the Orlando Science Center, visit the museum’s Website at www.osc.org.

Cebu South Highway

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Gaisano Fiesta Mall Bowling

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Gaisano Metro Colon Food Court

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The Katipunero Weapons

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Carcar Cebu leather shoes

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Don Quijote Original book

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Real Estate in Orlando: Cane Island Condominiums

Investors and snowbirds looking for real estate in Orlando understand the importance of a great location and great deals—Cane Island Condominiums offers both. Located just four miles from the Walt Disney World resort, Cane Island condominiums offers two, three, and four-bedroom units starting at only $169,900. Inventory homes are available for immediate occupancy, and each unit has a number of high quality upgrades, with granite countertops in the kitchen and bathrooms, raised panel cherry cabinets, and beautiful but durable ceramic tile. All units come completely furnished with full appliance packages that include a full size washer and dryer, refrigerator, microwave, glass top range and dishwasher.

The common areas of the Cane Island Condominiums are just as luxurious as the units themselves, with a beautifully decorated 3,700 sq ft. clubhouse, state of the art fitness center, sauna, game room, full service kitchen and social room. The amenity center also hosts a covered spa, large sparkling pool and sun deck that overlook a pond with lighted fountain.

Real estate in Orlando is currently a buyer’s market, with additional incentives to sweeten the deal. For buyers who are interested in purchasing a condo at the Cane Island Condominiums, the Southern Realty Group is now offering a $2000 travel voucher through xploring biz which will be delivered at closing.

Central Florida’s Top 10 largest catering companies

1. Puff’n Stuff Catering LLC
250 Rio Drive, Orlando 32810
(407) 629-7833

2. Arthur’s Catering Inc.
860 Sunshine Lane, Altamonte Springs 32714
(407) 331-1993

3. Bon Appetit Caterers
770 Big Tree Drive, Suite 106, Longwood 32750
(407) 332-8148

4. John Michael Weddings & Special Events
627 Virginia Drive, Orlando 32803
(407) 894-6671

5. Too Jays Original Gourmet Deli
2400 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando 32806
(407) 894-1718

6. Incredible Edible Catering
13210 Sligh Blvd., Orlando 32806
(407) 835-7172

7. Collins Catering and Events
8255 International Drive, #120, Orlando 32819
(407) 370-6960

8. Big City Catering Inc.
9500 Satellite Blvd., Suite 220, Orlando 32837
(407) 483-3488

9. Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q
2605 Maitland Center Parkway, Maitland 32751
(407) 660-8888

10. Black Tie to Barbecue Caters
1900 Buena Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista 32830
(407) 827-3549

Discovery Cove's Special Florida Resident Rate Breezes in for Fall Season

Discovery Cove's Special Florida Resident Rate Breezes in for Fall Season

WHEN: September 3 - December 20, 2008

WHAT: Discovery Cove's Florida resident offer has retuned for the fall season, giving Sunshine State residents a special rate of $219 plus tax for an all-inclusive dolphin swim and $119 plus tax for non-dolphin swim admission when they book their Discovery Cove vacation at DiscoveryCove.com or by calling 1-877-4-DISCOVERY or (407) 370-1280.

Discovery Cove is an all-inclusive family adventure in which guests can enjoy a one-of-a-kind opportunity to swim with dolphins, snorkel with rays and tropical fish, hand-feed exotic birds and relax on pristine beaches. Admission also includes a freshly prepared meal, unlimited snacks and beverages, dolphin-safe sunscreen, snorkel equipment, locker rental, wetsuits and towels. Florida residents booking at this special rate will receive an unlimited use pass to their choice of either SeaWorld Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for up to 14 days.

At Discovery Cove, guests experience the most exciting animal encounters the world has to offer in a 30-acre tropical oasis. Discovery Cove is a paradise of rocky lagoons surrounded by lush landscaping, coral reefs, tropical river, a resort-style pool complete with waterfalls and pristine, white sand beaches.

HOW: Visit DiscoveryCove.com and click on "Florida Resident Promotion” at the bottom of the home page to review full promotional details. More Orlando Deals

Central Florida’s Top 12 largest museums and science centers

1. Orlando Science Center
(407) 514-2000

2. Harry P. Leu Gardens
(407) 246-2620

3. Orange County Regional History Center
(407) 836-8500


4. Orlando Museum of Art
(407) 896-4231

5. Maitland Art Center
(407) 539-2181


6. Charles Hosmer Morse Museum
(407) 645-5311


7. Maitland Historical Society & Museums
(407) 644-2451


8. Lake County Historical Museum
(352) 343-9600

9. Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
(407) 647-6294

10. The Mennello Museum of American Art
(407) 246-4278

11. Wordspring Discovery Center
(407) 852-3626

12. Holocaust Memorial Resource Center
(407) 628-0555

Walt Disney World Water Parks Offer More Fun in the Sun

Spending the entire day in a swimsuit is a pretty good idea when the normal high temperatures are in the 90s, which is why summertime is the peak season for Walt Disney World Water Parks. Parking at Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon is free of charge, and many Disney resorts offer shuttles directly to the parks.

In true Walt Disney World fashion, entering either one of the Disney water parks brings guests into another world. Blizzard Beach—near Disney’s Animal Kingdom—has a ski resort theme and features an actual ski lift to bring visitors to the top of Mt. Gushmore, a steep hill that resembles a downhill ski jump and is the focal point of Blizzard Beach. Cross Country Creek encircles the entire park, making it easy—and fun—to make your way across Blizzard Beach

Visitors entering Typhoon Lagoon—near Downtown Disney—are greeted by the sound of the park’s mammoth wave pool. Snorkel in Shark Reef, lounge around the entire park on an inner tube in Castaway Creek, or let the kids spend some quality time in Ketchakiddee Creek. With extended summer hours, either one of Walt Disney World’s water parks will keep visitors cool in the hot Florida sun.

Orlando Deals: Florida Resident Passes Save Money

Orlando’s biggest attractions—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—like to have return business, which is why Florida resident passes are such a popular and money-saving way for Florida residents to enjoy some of the Sunshine State’s most popular Orlando deals.

Each parent company’s Web site has numerous Florida resident pass offerings and park combinations. SeaWorld Orlando offers a “Pay for a day. Come back all year.” pass that is very popular with Orlando residents. It also has the option of add-ons for the nearby Discovery Cove, the brand new Aquatica water park, and Busch Gardens in Tampa.

Disney has numerous Florida Resident pass options and some of the best Orlando deals in town. The main difference between the Annual Pass and the Seasonal Pass is that the Annual Pass covers parking without any blackout dates, while the Seasonal Pass is cheaper but does not cover parking (at $11 a visit) and there are blackout dates for spring break, Christmas break, and most of the summer. During the summer there are special passes available for the Disney World water parks—Typhoon Lagoon and Blizzard Beach—if you visit after 2:00 p.m. Disney recently introduced a Disney Play 4 Days Pass for only $159 plus tax. This exclusive Florida resident pass provides four admissions to any of the four Walt Disney World® Theme Parks, one Park per day.

Universal Orlando has three options for its annual passes for Florida residents, plus a number of 2 day/2 park options that save visitors money if they order tickets online. Universal’s latest deal is the 2-Park Preferred Annual Pass with six months free. Florida residents receive an extra six months free on the purchase of a 2-Park Preferred Annual Pass with specially-marked cups of Coca-Cola from participating Mc Donald’s.

Winter Park a Delightful Orlando Area Excursion

Located just north of the city of Orlando, Winter Park is one of the oldest established communities in Central Florida. Chartered in 1887, Winter Park began as a winter refuge for wealthy Northerners. Today, it is best known for the boutique shops and outdoor bistros that line Park Ave., with the most tourist-friendly area stretching from the campus of Rollins College on the south end of Park Ave. to the historic Winter Park Country Club and Golf Course several blocks north.

Downtown Winter Park is also known for its art museums; the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art on North Park Ave. houses the world's most comprehensive collection of the works of Louis Comfort Tiffany, which includes jewelry, pottery, paintings, art glass, leaded-glass windows, lamps, and the chapel interior that Tiffany designed for the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Closer to the Rollins College campus, the Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens enables art lovers to enjoy fine art and picturesque gardens at the same time. The Cornell Fine Arts Museum, right on the Rollins campus, is another example of Winter Park’s cultural gems.

Even though it is only a few miles from Orlando’s hottest attractions, Winter Park seems far removed from the O-town tourist crowds, making it the perfect place to spend a day gallery gazing, wine sipping, and people watching in Central Florida. Winter Park Orlando Florida

Orlando’s Best Dining Available at Walt Disney World

Some of the best restaurants in Orlando are at Walt Disney World, so it is extremely important to have reservations ahead of time. The operators at (407) WDW-DINE (939-3463) do a very good job of finding available tables at the various theme parks and resorts at Walt Disney World, including the popular character meals and dinner shows that keep young children entertained. Making a reservation at popular restaurants such as the Magic Kingdom’s Crystal Palace or the Polynesian Resort’s Ohana should be made weeks in advance, especially for a weekend date.

There are two things to keep in mind regarding dining reservations: 1) Priority seating still means that you might be waiting for up to 15 minutes before you get your table, and 2) The wait staff will not seat anyone unless your entire party is present. Orlando’s premier restaurant, Victoria & Albert’s at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, recently established a policy of accommodating guests ages 10 and up only, but the rest of Walt Disney World’s eateries are usually an all-ages affair, with plenty of stroller parking available in front of the restaurants.

Central Florida’s Top 10 largest tourist attractions

1. The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World
(407) 824-4321

2. Epcot at Walt Disney World
(407) 824-4321

3. Disney’s Hollywood Studios
(407) 824-4321

4. Disney’s Animal Kingdom
(407) 824-4321

5. Universal Studios Orlando
(407) 363-8000

6. SeaWorld Adventure Park
(407) 824-4321

7. Islands of Adventure Park-Orlando
(407) 363-8000

8. Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park
(407) 824-4321

9. Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park
(407) 824-4321

10. Wet’n Wild
(407) 351-1800

Small ship cruising

Have you ever imagined yourself in a small ship in the midst of water surround by island fully relaxed and comfortable? If you have then stop your imagination, because we will make your dream come true. This is absolutely because we know what is actually small ship cruising. We can assure you that our ship can take you to more exotic places where big ships cannot. Firstly with very little passengers we make your cruise personal and comfortable. So you can easily enjoy your privacy here. You can enjoy our ship cruising to many of world’s adventurous places which open up to be discovered. Our ship is accompanied with a person who is fully equipped with every details of a particular place and hence he will help you in the discovery. The chef prepares meal which is absolutely tasty. In the dinner time your favorite brand of wines are served along with gratitude and respect. So if you tired of every day’s hectic life step back to enjoy the experience the history, the culture, the art, the historical place, the majestic beauty and every agitation of yours will die down.

Orlando Area Sales Taxes

In Florida, there is a 6.5 or 7 percent general sales tax (varies by county) on all merchandise except “necessary” grocery items and medicine. There is a 2 – to 6 percent Tourist Development Tax (varies by county) levied on hotel rooms, in addition to the general sales tax.

Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront

The Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront gives guests a chance to be in the center of everything an Orlando vacation has to offer. The hotel is centrally located on International Drive – one mile south of Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure, two miles north of Orange County Convention Center, three miles north of SeaWorld/Discovery Cove/Aquatica, and only ten miles from the Walt Disney World Resort. The Wet ‘n Wild water park is only one block away, so there is never a shortage of places to go and things to see for visitors staying at the Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront.
With 164 oversized, deluxe guestrooms, visitors can enjoy their Orlando vacation with plenty of the comforts of home. All rooms have two queen size plush pillow top beds, plus a refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, iron/ironing board, hairdryers, and an electronic safe. Other hotel amenities include a game room, laundry facilities, and free access to high speed wireless Internet service. As an additional cost savings, the Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront has free parking and a complimentary deluxe continental breakfast.

A trip to International Drive is an important part of any Orlando vacation, and the Ramada Inn International Drive Lakefront puts guests at the heart of it all.

Comfort Inn Lake Buena Vista

Smooth Jazz 103.1 WLOQ

In partnership with Smooth Jazz 103.1 WLOQ (www.wloq.com), Uptown Altamonte (www.UptownAltamonte.com), hosts a free outdoor concert and invites Central Floridians to experience Uptown Altamonte, a destination offering carefree living, convenient shopping, offices and an enviable collection of places to eat, drink and be entertained in the North Orlando market.

Jazz Jams Uptown Fast Facts

Free Outdoor Jazz Concert
Season Finale – Saturday, August 23
8 to 10 p.m.
Cranes Roost Park at Uptown Altamonte / I-4 and SR 436
Free and open to the public
Food and beverages available for purchase

Guests are invited to flock to the shores of Cranes Roost Park; to stroll along Cranes Roost Boulevard; enjoy culinary delights, wine and spirits from Gina’s Lakeside Grill and to visit dozens of booths from area companies. Blankets and lawn chairs are welcome, but please leave pets and coolers at home.

Featured National Artist - Jessy J

A true musical prodigy, Jessy J (whose real name is Jessica Spinella) began playing piano at age four and spent most of her childhood as a competitive artist, performing at major conferences, competitions and festivals. After graduating from USC with a degree in jazz studies she jumped quickly into recording sessions with artists like Michael Buble and toured with The Temptations and Jessica Simpson. In addition to her solo career, Jessy currently tours as saxophonist and backing vocalist for pop great Michael Bolton. Her musical style offers tastes of multiple elements – pop, jazz, Latin, even Brazilian.

Hotel in Orlando

The Quality Inn Plaza on International Drive is a great hotel in Orlando and is located . Across the street from Pointe Orlando shopping ,Two blocks from Orange County Convention Center
Less than three miles from Wet 'n Wild

Important Orlando Telephone Numbers

Florida uses 10 digit dialing so remember to dial the area code first and then the number.

Emergency Contacts


Ambulance/Fire/Police 911
Poison Info Center 800-222-1222
Crime Line 800-423-TIPS
Crisis Hotline 407-425-2624
Orlando Fire Department 321-235-5200


Non-Emergency Contacts

Orlando Police Dept. 321-235-5300
Orange County Sheriff 407-737-2400
Kissimmee Police Dept. 407-846-3333
Osceola County Sheriff 407-348-2222
Victim Advocate 407-351-9368


Hospitality/Medical Services

Sand Lake Hospital 407-351-8500
Osceola Regional Medical 407-846-2266
Florida Hospital 407-896-6611
Centra Care 407-200-2300
Celebration Health 407-764-4000



Transportation/Rental Cars

USAChauffeur 407-239-1551

Airlines

Aeromexico 800-237-6639
Air Canada 800-247-2262
Air Jamaica 800-523-5585
Air Tran 800-247-8726
America West 800-235-9292
American Airlines 800-433-7300
British Airways 800-247-9297
Continental 800-525-0280
Delta 800-221-1212
Icelandair 800-223-5500
Lacsa/Taca 800-225-2272
Martinair 800-627-8462
Midwest 800-452-2022
Northwest 800-225-2525
Southwest 800-435-9792
Spirit 800-772-7117
US Airways 800-428-4322
United 800-241-6522
Varig Brasillian Airlines 800-468-2744
Virgin Atlantic 800-862-8621

Great Orlando Wheel Coming to International Drive

Orlando’s International Drive will soon have an eye-catching attraction that is bound to make tourists and locals alike take notice: a distinctive panoramic Ferris Wheel that will be known as The Great Orlando Wheel.

Rising as tall as the city’s largest skyscrapers, the Great Orlando Wheel will weigh 4,200 tons, tower 400 feet over Orlando's main tourist district, and cost an estimated $200 million. It is capable of entertaining more than 4300 visitors per hour, and with the wheel rotating at a mere 9 inches per second, riders can enter and exit the ride while the wheel stays in continuous motion. As many as 40 passengers can ride in one of the 24 compartments at a time.

Great Wheel Corp., the Singapore-based company behind the local project, already operates the Singapore Flyer and is planning similar attractions in Beijing and Berlin. The Great Orlando Wheel is scheduled for completion in 2010.

All Suite WorldQuest Orlando Resort Offering Sweet Deals

The WorldQuest Orlando Resort is offering several sweet deals at this Mediterranean- inspired all-suite hotel. The latest specials include package deals for Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure, Wet ‘n Wild, and Gatorland. The accommodations are for up to 8 people, and there is no restriction on the number of nights for your hotel stay.

WorldQuest Orlando Resort is located just one mile from Walt Disney World and just a short drive from SeaWorld, Universal Studios, making it an ideal location for families with places to go and room to move. Each of the condominium-style 2- and 3-bedroom suites features a full kitchen and separate living and sleeping areas, and includes custom furnishings, plush bedding, granite countertops and top-of-the-line appliances. Other resort amenities include an outdoor swimming pool and hot tub (with a poolside tiki bar), resort shuttle service to and from Walt Disney World, and a 24-hour convenience market.

United States Dance Championships

September 2 - 6, 2008
The United States Dance Sport Championships returns to South Florida to celebrate its 38th Anniversary when it hosts the world’s premiere collection of dance superstars for the most prestigious competition of its kind on American soil. Over 700 male and female professional and amateur ballroom dance competitors from 30 counties will be competing in the 5-day event, taking place at the Royal Pacific Resort, A Loews Hotel.
ROYAL PACIFIC RESORT AT UNIVERSAL ORLANDO®
6300 HOLLYWOOD WAYORLANDO,
FLORIDA 32819
Royal Pacific Resort Hotel Reservations

Orlando Area Zip Codes

Windermere 34786
Orange County

Longwood 32779
Seminole County

Orlando 32832
Orange County

Orlando 32836
Orange County

Orlando 32819
Orange County

Winter Park 32789
Orange County

Oviedo 32765
Seminole County

Lake Mary 32746
Seminole County

Kissimmee 34747
Osceola County

Maitland 32751
Orange County

Winter Springs 32708
Seminole County

Orlando 32827
Orange County

Oviedo 32766
Seminole County

Montverde 34756
Lake County

Orlando 32828
Orange County

Orlando 32804
Orange County

Ocoee 34761
Orange County

Winter Garden 34787
Orange County

Apopka 32712
Orange County

Orlando 32806
Orange County

Orlando 32837
Orange County

Geneva 32732
Seminole County

Longwood 32750
Seminole County

Clermont 34715
Lake County

Howey-in-the-Hills 34737
Lake County

Disney on ice

Disney on Ice-Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's CARS race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and experience the 'Circle of Life' with The Lion King. From wheels to waves, Pride Lands to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories. Coming to Amway Areana Sep 5-7
Buy tickets on Ticketmaster.com, the #1 ticketing portal on the web

Vacation Ownership Investment Conference Coming to Orlando

The Vacation Ownership Investment Conference will be held at the Peabody Orlando hotel on International Drive on October 6 – 9, with special rates available for participants who register through August 15.
The Vacation Ownership Investment Conference is the foremost event focusing on the successful resort financing, development, branding, marketing, selling, and management of vacation ownership properties. From timeshares to private residence clubs, attendees will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge on vacation properties, explore new ideas, and make valuable contacts. Resort developers considering or currently developing any type of vacation ownership product and Lenders eager to learn about vacation ownership financing are encouraged to attend.
To register for the Vacation Ownership Investment Conference, go to VacationOwnershipInvestment.com, or call 877-700-1153. A special hotel rate of $224/night is available by calling 800-PEABODY and requesting the Vacation Ownership Investment Conference hotel rate.

Gaylord Palms Resort

School Starts Next Month! Did you get a chance to take that family vacation?
Before the craziness of back-to-school begins, take the time to fit in one last getaway. And, make it an adventure close to home! After all, what do you want the kids to remember most about the summer?
The Summer Treasure Hunt Challenge at Gaylord Palms Resort offers the excitement of living your very own reality show-type experience mixed with the relaxing ambiance of one of Orlando’s luxurious resorts. Plus, you don't have to drive too far. As a package guest, you will decipher clues and solve intricate puzzles giving you the opportunity to compete to win a cool treasure of $10,000 in cold cash. And, you’ll have fun doing it all under the comfort of our air-conditioned atrium! The Summer Treasure Hunt Challenge runs through August 28. So hurry, you only have a few more weeks to participate. The $10,000 prize can still be yours!

Homes for Sale in Orlando

It’s a buyer’s market in Florida real estate, and there are plenty of homes for sale in Orlando. Southern Realty Group has properties available in several new communities throughout the Orlando area. There are a wide variety of condo units and homes for sale in Orlando in the following communities:

Reunion Resort, featuring three signature golf courses with prices starting in the mid $300s for condos or single family homes
Bella Trae at Championsgate, with two and three bedroom condos from $170,000 and townhomes also offered from the low $200s
Lake Buena Vista Resort and Spa Village, located by the Walt Disney World Resort featuring two and three bedroom condos with prices starting at $299,000
Bella Piazza, offering two, three and four bedroom condos with prices starting at $229,000 to the mid-$300s

Purchase a property at any of these homes for sale in Orlando through Orlandoescape.com and the Southern Realty Group and you will receive a free vacation to any location through www.xploring.biz. The $2000 travel voucher will be issued upon closing on your new resort home in Central Florida. Homes for Sale in Orlando

List of Central Florida Chamber of Commerce

1. African-American Chamber of Commerce
315 E. Robinson St. Suite 100, Orlando 32801

2. Apopka Area Chamber of Commerce
180 E. Main St. Apopka 32703


3. British-American Chamber of Commerce
7061 Grand National Drive, Suite 105A, Orlando 32819

4. Casselberry Chamber of Commerce
894 E. State Road 436, Casselberry 32707


5. Central Florida Christian Chamber of Commerce
5104 N. Orange Blossom Trail, Suite 212, Orlando 32810


6. Downtown Orlando Partnership
505 N. Mills Ave. Suite 200, Orlando 32803


7. East Lake County Chamber of Commerce
31336 County Road 437, Sorrento 32776


8. East Orlando Chamber of Commerce
2860 S. Alafaya Trail, Suite 130, Orlando 32828


9. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Metro Orlando
315 E. Robinson St. Suite 465, Orlando 32801

10. International Drive Resort Area Chamber of Commerce
5850 Lakehurst Drive, Suite 100, Orlando 32819


11. Lady Lake Area Chamber of Commerce
106 S. U.S. Highway 27/441, Lady Lake 32158


12. Lake Eustis Area Chamber of Commerce
22 Cypress Drive, Eustis 32726


13. Leesburg Area Chamber of Commerce
103 S. Sixth St. Leesburg 34749


14. Maitland Area Chamber of Commerce
110 N. Maitland Ave. Maitland 32751


15. Orlando Regional Chamber of Commerce
75 S. Ivanhoe Blvd. Orlando 32804


16. Oviedo-Winter Springs Regional Chamber of Commerce
200 W. Broadway, Oviedo 32765


17. Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida
324 Wilshire Blvd. Casselberry 32707


18. Sanford Chamber of Commerce
400 E. First St. Sanford 32771


19. Seminole County Chamber of Commerce
1055 AAA Drive, Suite 153, Heathrow 32746


20. South Lake Chamber of Commerce
691 W. Montrose St. Clermont 34711


21. West Orange Chamber of Commerce
12184 W. Colonial Drive, Winter Garden 34787


22. Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
151 W. Lyman Ave. Winter Park 32789

Fun Spot: a Disney/Universal alternative

Fun Spot is a small attraction with "County Fair" attractions such as Go Karts, a ferris wheel, and few other kiddy rides. It is celebrating it's 10th Anniversary and is still a cheaper option than Disney. The girls, 10 and 11 y/o respectively enjoyed it and had a lot of fun, it will only entertain them about another year or two.

The small amusement park is showing its age and is in need of a makeover; and at $34.95 per, less than half the price of the mega-parks in Orlando, one would expect nicer facilities. But, it had some nice perks, such as FREE parking (WDW and Universal should take notice), free sodas ALL DAY, and friendly staff (even though some of them looked so bored I kept checking their safety-check routine out of habit). The game room makes the big McDonald's game-room on International Drive look pathetic and it was easier to accumulate tickets for prizes. So, in conclusion, this blogger gives Fun Spot value a C+ or B-; giving my daughters quality time with Daddy: PRICELESS.

Contributor: Edgar

Disney

Disney jacks up its one day ticket price to $75 a day staying slightly ahead of Universal and SeaWorld who are a just few dollars behind; and this does not include parking which is $11.OO, meals and drinks. Even for us Florida residents who sometimes are able to take advantage discounts, a day at the park for a family of four become a very pricey affair when you add the price of gas to get there. Of course, the Europeans are having a field day with the favorable currency exchange, assuring the parks profits will continue to soar. Sadly, I doubt the next president will be able to fix this anytime soon.

Contributor: Edgar

Cecils BBQ Orlando, Florida

Cecil's Texas Style BAR-B-Q

There’s always an argument about BBQ, and many cities and states have BBQ cook-offs to try to decide who the best is. Everyone has an opinion, that’s for sure. Well, here is ours…. Cecil’s Texas Style BAR-B-Q in Orlando.

We knew Cecil in Texas and enjoyed his “Q” there. BTW, Texas definitely has the best BBQ in the world! Just imagine how delighted we were to see this sign for Cecil’s in Orlando on S. Orange Avenue – see photo. Not believing it could be the same Cecil, we gambled on a visit and were delighted to find Cecil himself! We met his son Michael – great guy!

The brisket (brisquet?) is the best ever. So tender and flavorful, very Texas. How do they do it? The ribs, the chicken, the pork – well it’s all divine. And we’re not the only ones who think so. Just check out the line of hungry folks at lunch. It’s hugely popular! O, and don’t miss the jalapeño mashed potatoes.

Cecil’s have been seen on Roker on the Road, gotten cudos from Scott Joseph of the Orlando Sentinel, been named as one of the top 15 BBQ restaurants in the country by KS BBQ society “Bullsheet”, received people’s choice awards , and more……

Travelers and visitors to Orlando Florida frequently look for places where the locals eat, ‘cause they are tired of the same chain food experiences. Try this one! There is something here for everyone – don’t forget to get your free ice cream cone before you leave!

Contributors:Michael and Andrea

Mama Mary Miracle Picture

This picture was taken in Simula Pilgrimage when we visit there.The picture depicted the crying Mama Mary.Comment are very much Welcome

Beefy King, Orlando

Many people enjoy frequenting places that are family owned. Here is one that the whole family can enjoy in Orlando, Florida – near Colonial Mall… Beefy King. This eatery has been owned by the same family since 1968.

A FOODIE WINNER in 2007, they just celebrated their 40th anniversary by slicing prices – not just the beef on June 14, 2008! Of course, they had to limit quantities at the slashed prices, and promised to serve til they ran out! According to one family member, that didn’t take too many hours on the anniversary day.

Just look at the line of cars in the drive-through on Bumby Avenue and the line of people which started before opening and snaked around the inside of the restaurant like a line dance!

A live band provided entertainment but the sandwiches are what we all come for. Well, of course along with the milkshakes, the spuds (tater tots) and the wonderful horsey sauce and unique barbeque sauce.

Trust me on this one – you’ll be hooked and become one of the regulars, too. It is definitely an Orlando tradition.

Try it, you’ll love it.

Contributors:Andrea & Michael

Winter Park Florida

Amtrak - what a fun way to travel! A lot of people don’t realize how easy and affordable it is to transport your grandkid from his place to yours (and BACK HOME) – and SAVE GAS money! We discovered this option a couple of years ago and thought we’d share it with you. Lucky for us our grands live near enough a rail station to take advantage of this for a summer visit!

We have also opted to ride the rails ourselves, spending the night in a nice hotel near the train station, exploring the destination, and hopping the train home the next day! So what about taking a holiday trip now to visit Winter Park, Florida?

When you arrive at the Amtrak, Winter Park station, a great nearby hotel (walking distance) is the Park Plaza right on Park Avenue. Also nearby is the Best Western Mount Vernon Inn.

In the Winter Park, Florida area you’ll find Morse Museum of American Art, Rollins College, Park Avenue shopping and restaurants (of course), Hannibal Square, Cornell Fine Arts Museum and Full Sail Real World Education (University), Polasek Museum and Garden (American sculpture museum) and much much more.

Hear that whistle blowing!

Contributors: Andrea & Michael

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