Festival of Trees Returns to Orlando Museum of Art

The 22nd annual Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art is a popular holiday tradition for Orlando residents and a great excuse for visitors to see some of the cultural attractions in downtown Orlando. The Festival of Trees at the Orlando Museum of Art kicks off on Saturday, November 15 and lasts for nine days, with a Festival Finale scheduled for Sunday, November 23.

The Festival of Trees is presented by the Council of 101 to benefit the Orlando Museum of Art. The entire museum is transformed into a Florida-style Winter Wonderland to showcase designer decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses (which are available for sale), as well as holiday vignettes, a gift boutique, special demonstrations, and live musical entertainment. A kids’ area, known as Toyland Town, has crafting activities that will keep even the youngest visitors amused.
The Festival of Trees will be open daily from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. The ticket prices are as follows: General Admission $10 adults, $6 children (ages 3-12), General Admission Group Discount (groups of 25 or more), $2 off adult and $1 off child admission. A full description of the Festival of Trees and a listing of evening events and ticket prices is available at Festival of Trees and for Hotel in Orlando

How The Grinch Stole Christmas

At Islands of Adventure, The Grinch and The Whos from Whoville sing their hearts out about the true meaning of Christmas in the park’s special holiday Grinchmas show – featuring music specially created by holiday music sensation Mannheim Steamroller.
Just one park over, guests line the streets of Universal Studios to see the larger than life Macy’s balloons and floats that make up the Macy’s Holiday Parade along with special performances by marching bands from across the country.
It’s the holidays at Universal Orlando Resort – and Grinchmas, the Macy’s Holiday Parade and other special events run from December 6 through January 1.
Universal Orlando Resort kicks off the holiday season this year with live performances by Christmas music mega-sensation Mannheim Steamroller, who will perform two live concerts at Universal Studios Florida on Saturday, December 6. The Grammy Award-winning, platinum-selling group will play songs created specifically for the resort’s original holiday stage show “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” as well as brand-new music from their newly released album Christmasville. Founder Chip Davis will join Mannheim Steamroller in his only scheduled appearance of the holiday season. “We are extremely excited to partner with Universal Orlando Resort for their holiday celebration,” said Chip Davis, founder of Mannheim Steamroller. Mannheim Steamroller’s performances are just the start of the month-long holiday festivities at Universal Orlando. Beginning December 6 and running through January 1, the resort’s celebration will include the specially themed Grinchmas show and Macy’s Holiday Parade.
At Islands of Advenure, the popular Dr. Seuss book “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” is brought to life in Grinchmas, a live stage show featuring an original musical score by Mannheim Steamroller. Next door at Universal Studios, the world-renowned balloons and floats from Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade return. Guests can experience the excitement of the New York City tradition as the Macy’s Holiday Parade cruises through the streets of the park. In addition to the parade, Universal Studios guests can enjoy performances by marching bands from across the country, a nightly Christmas tree lighting, as well as specially themed holiday shows including The Blues Brothers, Woody Woodpecker’s Kidzone and Barney.

1st Annual UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER Party

1st Annual UGLY HOLIDAY SWEATER PartyDecember 11, 20087:30pm - whenever

This event is supporting the BETA Center!!!

Admission: Bring an item on the BETA Center Wish List ($5 donation)*View list online at http://www.central/ Florida Gator Club.com

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DETAILS:

2 for 1 Drinks - Beer, Wine, Wells • Specialty Drinks ($4): SWAMP JUICE, THE FLORIDA GATOR, GATORTINI

LIVE MUSIC • LIGHT APPETIZERS •BID on a BOX (Great gifts - ends 9pm)

THE UGLIER THE SWEATER, THE BETTER THE PARTY!!!

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Sinulog Festival 2009 Program of Activities

January 9, 2009 (Friday) - Sinulog 2009 Kick off / Launching (Sinulog Through the Years photo exhibit at Ayala Center Cebu, SM City Cebu and the Mactan-Cebu International Airport)2:00 - Solemn Mass (Basilica del Sto. Niño)3:00 - Launching Parade (from the Basilica del Sto. Niño to the Cebu City Sports Center)7:00 - Opening and Launching Programfeaturing the Mandaue City Children’s Choir,

Richest Province in Philippines is Cebu

WHEN it comes to fiscal performance, the Cebu provincial government owns bragging rights as the richest province in the country with assets of P16.1 billion. A report released by the Commission on Audit (COA) showed that Cebu province tops the rest of the provinces with P1.62 billion in income, cash in banks amounting to P1 billion and total

John Legend

Grammy-winning multi-platinum recording artist John Legend has confirmed a new round of concert dates -- his first shows in 2009 -- on his forthcoming North American tour. The 2nd leg of John's North American concert tour runs from January 12 through February 7. He will appear at Orlando's Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre on Wednesday, January 28th, 2009, 8 pm.
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The Polar Express Experience at Sea World Orlando

Jump aboard The Polar Express Experience when it rolls into SeaWorld this holiday season beginning Nov. 14, 2008 and continuing through Jan. 4, 2009. SeaWorld's Wild Arctic transforms into the fabled Santa Town taking guests on a magical trip to the North Pole.
The Polar Express Experience is based on the Warner Bros. Pictures and Shangri-La Entertainment film, inspired by the beloved Caldecott Medal-winning children's book by Chris Van Allsburg. The Polar Express Experience is a heart-warming journey, where families share in the excitement and wonder of a truly unforgettable train ride. The adventure unfolds on a Christmas Eve night with a young boy lying awake, eagerly listening for the sound of Santa's ringing sleigh bells. Filled with excitement and awe, the boy races out his front door, dashes across the freshly fallen snow and climbs aboard The Polar Express.
As the train's whistle blows, guests embark on the same adventure as they board The Polar Express Experience to the North Pole. Classic scenes from the movie are recreated in a multi-sensory experience immersing passengers in special lighting, scent, sound and motion effects. Upon arrival guests find themselves within a winter wonderland surrounded by holiday cheer, graceful beluga whales, powerful polar bears and giant walruses. They will delight in the smell of Christmas cookies filling the air and bright lights glistening on a festive towering tree as families greet Santa and share in a magical moment.
Across the way, just as the winter air cools and the evening stars appear, families can join Shamu for a magnificent holiday show: "Shamu Christmas … Miracles.” Shamu Stadium will illuminate with bright lights and glowing candles as Christmas carols adored and Shamu splashes to celebrate the holiday season.
Dazzling families for the holidays this year at SeaWorld's Bayside Stadium is the Orlando Philharmonic. Beginning Dec. 26 through Dec. 30, jovial scores from the Original Motion Picture Soundtrack, "The Polar Express” will fill the air. After the concert, a splendid array of fireworks will paint the night sky.
While strolling around SeaWorld's lake or through The Waterfront's holiday-themed array of gift shops and restaurants, families can wander along a winter scene as glistening snow flurries fill the air and spectacular fountains dance to the merry musical sounds of Christmas.
Igniting the spirit of the season is the "Makahiki Christmas Luau,” a South Seas-style festive celebration including succulent island cuisine keeping with the ancient holiday traditions of the Pacific Islands. Joyful songs of the season are reinterpreted with Polynesian rhythms, music and dance during this festive holiday celebration.

Indy Racing Experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience

Recently I had the opportunity to spend a day doing the Indy Racing experience and Richard Petty Driving Experience, and the results of that day were something I have to express my pleasure in.

It left me with a great respect for the group who run the experience as well as having spent a day doing something that was exhilarating and fun.

The preparation for your ride is absolutely uncompromising, with safety being the first order of the day for the folks at the Walt Disney Speedway, so they really set you up well and spend a lot of time preparing you for your experience.
Everything you need to accomplish your experience is part of the package, so the only thing you really need to bring is yourself. You are given your uniform, gloves, helmets and everything you're going to need to make the ride perfect for you. All you need to concentrate on is having a good time, and who among us can't do that?

Once you're in place all you really need to do is to look straight ahead and go, but since this was my first time, let me just tell you that my hands were glued to the handlebars and I was a little apprehensive, but after the first lap, it was like riding the wind.
The entire experience was a fast awesome experience, just a complete rush, something that is hard to describe unless you've done, and I certainly recommend that everyone do.
Both teams are giving you all the details you could want or need, and everyone is incredibly attentive to you, giving you support as well as bits of information, assuring that you have the most wonderful ride imaginable.

I absolutely recommend this and let me tell, there isn't a doubt in my mind that I'm going to go and do it again ... and again... For more information check out their websites Indy Racing and 1800BEPETTY

Trip to Orlando

On your next trip to Orlando for vacation, why not visit the one place where you can expect the best treatment and the most wonderful amenities in the area.
With three locations to serve your needs, the Orlando Fun Spots promises you the vacation of a lifetime.
The Lake Buena Vista Resort features a heated pool, a hot tub, a childrens pool, exercise areas, free transport to Disney World Theme Park, as well as free transportation to shop at their on site factory retail outlets as well.
Every room at Lake Buena Vista will be somewhere you want to spend your evenings.
Featuring luxury linens, ceramic tile bathrooms, gorgeous cherry furniture and in room soaps and shampoos courtesy of Bath and Body Works.

If you're thinking more along the lines of something along a major highway,. Holiday Inn is an official Good Neighbor hotel, full service and can be found just a bit over two miles from the main entrance of Walt Disney World® resort's main entrance.
It features complimentary scheduled transportation to the Magic Kingdom® Park, Epcot®,Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park and Lake Buena Vista Factory Outlet stores where you can shop til you drop before heading out to see the rest of the area.
You can also purchase tickets to th ose attractions you'd particularly like to see in the hotel lobby.

Fun Spots Hotel too is an official vender of Disney Tickets, and is a more limited service hotel, also located on Highway 192. Limited service doesn't mean limited fun however and the hotel does feature complimentary transport to the local attractions such as Magic Kingdom, Epcot, The outlet stores as well as offering air conditioning, color televisions, movie channels, refrigerators in each room and a weekly rate for those of you who want to save a buck but don't want to sacrifice the fun and the amenities.

When its time for you to get away from it all, Orlandos Fun Spots are waiting for you and your family.

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Gaylord Palms Prepares for the Holidays on ICE!

Who said that it never gets cold in Orlando? The Gaylord Palms’ annual holiday attraction Ice! will be the site of the inaugural plunge of Orlando's new Polar Bear Club. “Polar Bears” usually take the plunge by jumping into winter waters of much colder climes, like the Great Lakes, but Orlando's chapter will don their bathing suits and brave the 9-degree air temperatures of the Ice! Exhibits. The club event is slated for Nov. 28 at 8:30 a.m. And considering how much thinner everyone’s blood is once they’ve been living in Florida for a while, Orlando’s Polar Bears might just feel that much colder.

The special Orlando Polar Bear Club ticket is $19.99 plus tax, and includes the warm-up coffee and cocoa reception and a commemorative certificate, plus a chance to go through ICE! again later that morning, fully clothed, to observe the massive ice sculptures that have made ICE! an annual holiday tradition for Orlando residents and visitors.
Gaylord Palms is also offering an expanded version of Parrandas Night—known as the Noche de Parrandas at ICE!—which is an after-hours event on Dec. 6 that will celebrate Puerto Rican holiday traditions. Other special-ticket options include the “Cold Feet” marriage-proposal package and free children's admission for theme-park pass holders. Standard admission for the attraction ranges from $9.99 to $24.99 a person.

Lartian - Cebu is the best grill house in the country

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Holloween Party In Cebu

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Ringling Bros Is Coming To Tampa & Orlando

Coming Wed. JAN. 15 - Mon. JAN. 19 Amway Arena in Orlando

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Vista Cay Resort

Harbor Square of Orlando holds some new delights in store for those who want to vacation in a planned development, spending their time close to some world class tourist areas and wonderful sights .
Breath taking Lake Cay and within walking distance of the second largest convention center in the United states, Orange County Convention Center.
If all of this sounds too good to be true, perhaps its time that you take a look for yourself and see what Vista Cay community has to offer you.

The location is central to some of the best things Orlando has to offer, such as Disney World, Sea World, the Florida mall (and who doesn't love to shop) as well as Universal Studios for the movie buff.

A residential community that is gated for your protection, Vista Cay offers some wonderful amenities for the visitor to the community such as free WI Fi, high speed internet access in every single unit, as well as a clubhouse that provides you with a fitness center, meeting rooms a pool and an internet library.
With all of these goodies to look forward to, who could blame you if you decided that traipsing off to see the sights wasn’t on your list of things to do.

Vista Cay also provides for the kids, with free baby items in every rental.
In fact, one of the Vista Cay properties is going to be perfect for your getaway.
Vista Cay Monterey will sleep about 10 people quite comfortably, with 3 bedrooms and an amazing 2100 Square feet, of space.
Luxury Vista Cay is four stories of condos that include a lovely lobby, elevators and very airy and roomy floor plans, as well as covered lanai’s when you just want to put your feet up and watch the people go by.

Hall of Presidents Under Renovation at Magic Kingdom

Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom has temporarily closed down the Hall of Presidents exhibit for an extensive refurbishment, which includes making room for the 44th president Barack Obama. President-elect Obama will be invited to record a message for the attraction’s visitors, just as current President George W. Bush did at the beginning of his presidency.

The Hall of Presidents opened on October 1. 1971 as part of Walt Disney World’s grand opening, and the attraction has always included animatronic versions of every president. The Lincoln figure has always had a recorded speech, and in the 1990s Disney began the tradition of inviting the current president to record a speech for his display, starting with President Bill Clinton.

The show will stay shuttered for more than eight months so Disney can update the hall's aging light, sound, mechanical, projection and show systems, and reopen on July 4, 2009 with digital-video projection systems replacing the 70 mm film projectors.

SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Fun Cards

Just in time for the holiday gift-giving season, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Fun Cards are back again by popular demand, offering Florida residents the greatest value for adventure all year long. By giving the gift of a 2009 Fun Card, Florida residents can enjoy unlimited visits to SeaWorld Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in 2009 without any blackout dates.
One of the many great benefits of purchasing the 2009 Fun Card early is to experience end-of-the-year holiday events at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens.
At SeaWorld, guests can jump aboard The Polar Express Experience (Nov. 14, 2008 through Jan. 4, 2009), when the park's Wild Arctic exhibit is transformed into the fabled Santa Town after an unforgettable train ride. In addition, at "Shamu Christmas … Miracles,” families can join Shamu for a magnificent holiday show, running nightly Nov. 12 through Dec. 30, 2008.
Starting Nov. 22, there's a festive chill in the air when Busch Gardens presents a limited-engagement ice show and decks the halls with Christmas from the Heart, featuring holiday gospel and spiritual songs performed by a live choir. • Bud & BBQ, a zesty line up of award-winning live country and classic rock live performances, paired with blazing barbecue and ice-cold Budweiser
• Viva La Musica, a fiesta combining authentic Hispanic foods, tantalizing Latin beats and lively performances by award-winning Latin artists.

• SeaWorld AfterDark and Busch Gardens Summer Nights, two sizzling summer events where the parks are open late and the night comes alive with lively music and special summer shows.

New to SeaWorld is A'Lure, The Call of the Ocean, an exciting tale of Sea Sirens whose hypnotic calls have lured fisherman into their underwater lairs for centuries.
At Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, guests can discover Jungala, the park's newest attraction, that featuring four-acres of exotic creatures and connects families with the jungles of the world through up-close animal interactions, multi-story family play areas, rides and live entertainment. Floorless SheiKra, Florida's only dive coaster, takes guests 200 feet up, and 90 degrees straight down. Fun Card Option Price:

SeaWorld Fun Card (Adult) $74.95*
SeaWorld Fun Card (Child) $64.95*
Busch Gardens Fun Card (Adult) $69.95*
Busch Gardens Fun Card (Child) $59.95*
SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Combo Fun Card (Adult) $144.90*
SeaWorld/Busch Gardens Combo Fun Card (Child) $124.90*
* SeaWorld Fun Card tax rate is based on 6.5% Orange County tax.
* Busch Gardens Fun Card tax rate is based on 7% Hillsborough County tax.

For more information, visit worldsofdiscovery.com

Orlando Neighborhoods

College Park is one of the older neighborhoods in Orlando, with craftsman style houses and modest bungalows dating back to the 1920s, 1930s, and 1940s. Despite the name, College Park is not the home of any of the Orlando area's major universities or colleges (the University of Central Florida is on the east side of town, off of University Avenue; Full Sail is further west on University and Rollins College is in Winter Park) but in keeping with the neighborhood's name, visitors will find residential streets named after Ivy League schools such as Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth, Vassar and Smith, with Princeton Street being the major thoroughfare.

And for anyone who was an English major in college, it is worth noting that beat generation author Jack Kerouac lived in College Park right around the time that “On the Road” was published in 1957. The house has been restored to its Kerouac-era furnishings and is now a must-see destination for literary history buffs and aspiring writers.

For Orlando residents, College Park is best known for its eclectic mix of independently owned shops and restaurants clustered around the intersection of Princeton and Edgewater Drive. Longtime residents of Orlando have been patronizing some of these small businesses for more than a generation. Some local favorites include Gabriel's Submarine Sandwich Shop, College Park Cafe and American Pie Pizza Company, all of which are on Edgewater Drive. To visit College Park, take the Princeton exit off of I-4 and head west.

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Robinson Cebu is on the rise

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Liftoff for Space Shuttle Endeavour

Space shuttle Endeavour began a 15 day mission Friday night with a spectacular nighttime launch. Endeavour lit up the Space Coast sky while thousands of onlookers observed what might be the final nighttime launch of the shuttle program. There are only eight shuttle missions scheduled before the program ends in 2010.

Endeavour is scheduled to return to Kennedy Space Center on November 29 as long as the weather conditions are favorable, so the astronauts will be celebrating Thanksgiving on board the International Space Station. Listen for the sonic boom upon the shuttle's return. Check Nasa for more details about the Endeavour mission.

Cheap Flights to Orlando Major Carriers Cutting Fares for Holidays

Travelers seeking cheap flights to Orlando in the hopes of spending the holidays at “the happiest place on Earth” might find air fares that are more affordable than they expected. The Associated Press has recently reported that the major U.S. airlines are cutting fares for the busy Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons. Due to the sluggish economy, the airlines are cutting prices now instead of waiting until the last couple of weeks before the peak holiday travel period begins.
Although many of the price reductions are at airports that might be considered “alternate airports,” there are cheaper fares available on routes where the big airlines compete with low-cost carriers such as JetBlue, AirTran, and Southwest, which has a large presence at Orlando International Airport. Visitors looking for cheap flights to Orlando during the holiday season should keep in mind that some of the sale fares have blackout dates on November 30 and December 1 -- the Sunday and Monday after Thanksgiving -- and December 20.

Fairies Meet and Greet at Magic Kingdom

Sea World Orlando

SeaWorld Orlando introduces a new, theatrical performance, A'Lure, The Call of the Ocean, an aquatic tapestry combining powerful athleticism, high-energy acrobats, and mesmerizing electronic visuals.

A'Lure, The Call of the Ocean unfolds on a massive stage before an oversized projection screen – creating a vibrant, underwater world beyond imagination, displaying animated images of interactive schools of fish, graceful manta rays, and daunting 25-foot sea serpents. Featuring a dozen acrobats from China, the mariner's story comes to life with gravity-defying aerial tumblers, scaling pole climbers, lyrical dancers, unicycle champions and diablo yo-yo performers. The Worlds of Discovery parks include SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Diego and San Antonio; Busch Gardens and Adventure Island in Tampa Bay and Busch Gardens and Water Country USA in Williamsburg, Va.; Discovery Cove and Aquatica in Orlando; and Sesame Place near Philadelphia. To learn more about the parks, visit 4adventure.com or call toll-free (800)4ADVENTURE.

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Clarion Hotels

Are you looking for a place to make your Orlando getaway something special?Trying to find something that helps to make it more affordable and also more interesting and fun?
Clarion Hotels may just be the place you're looking for.With limited time specials and packages, Clarion Hotel Universal can make your stay far more enjoyable and a lot more easy on the pocket book than other hotel packages.
For instance, the Bed and Breakfast package, offering you a full meal for two at no cost, already discounts your costs about twenty dollars, and offers you some amazing taste tempting items, such as corned beef hash, Belgian waffles, breakfast pastries, sausage, bacon, and the all important coffee or tea, to start your day off right.
Clarion Hotels also offers a military discount, just their way of saying thank you to those who serve their country. If you have an active duty military card (dependent cards or spousal cards are not acceptable, we're sorry to say) then you can take an additional twenty per cent off of the normally low rates of the rooms at Clarion Universal.
Those are just a few of the incredible deals available to you at Clarion Hotels, that will help you to see the Orlando area in style and still not go broke in the process.
Close enough to the things you want to see that you don't have to seek them out, Clarion Universal is a smart way to save money and not have to sacrifice style or amenities.

Mickey's VeryMerry Christmas Parade

Walt Disney World Resort blings in the holidays Nov. 10 with sparkling, jewel-like crystals adorning the iconic Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom – a glistening light-show spectacular signaling the beginning of Disney seasonal merriment. By late November, festivities will blanket the Vacation Kingdom as Epcot, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Downtown Disney take the wrappings off their own Santa sleighfuls of yuletide gaiety.
But guests can get in the spirit beginning Nov. 10 by beholding the 200,000 twinkling lights of Disney’s newest holiday tradition – Castle Dreamlights – in Magic Kingdom. Donning their holiday finest, Cinderella and friends take to the Cinderella Castle stage daily for a dream-come-true, light-the-night moment.
Nov. 10 also marks the first of 18 select evenings when Magic Kingdom hosts the long-running Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. The “Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” celebrates the festive moods of the season with dancing snowflakes, marching toy soldiers, horse-drawn sleighs, enchanting floats and spirited characters all proceeding through the streets of the theme park in a merry and melodic cavalcade.
During “Holiday Wishes-Celebrate the Spirit of the Season,” the radiant castle beams brightly as the evening is magically capped with festive fireworks orchestrated to classic holiday tunes.
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party dates are: Nov. 10, 11, 14, 16, 20, 21, 30; Dec. 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, from 7 p.m.-midnight. Advance tickets and information are available now at Disney World

Things to do in Orlando this Fall

With the weather cooling down to comfortable temperatures, there are plenty of things to do in Orlando through the end of the year. All of the major attractions—Walt Disney World, Universal Studios/Islands of Adventure, and SeaWorld—begin preparations for the busy holiday season as soon as the last pumpkin is removed from all of the Halloween displays.

Keep in mind that park hours may be shorter during off-season. Disney's Animal Kingdom, for instance, closes down at 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. this time of year, because many of the animals there call it a day when the sun goes down during the shorter days of late fall and early winter. Even in the cooler weather, at least one of Disney's water parks will be open. When Blizzard Beach is shut down for annual maintenance, Typhoon Lagoon stays open, and vice versa, but call ahead if the weather is really cold; some of the local water parks will close if the temperatures and park attendance are too low.

Just when the temperatures are starting to get miserably cold up North, the list of things to do in Orlando expands to include bike rallies, fall festivals, and art fairs that would not be practical during the steamy summer months. With the rainy season behind us, this is the time of year when the Sunshine State lives up to its name.

Seralago Hotel and Suites Main Gate East

The Seralago Hotel and Suites Main Gate East is located in Kissimmee, Fla., and stands adjacent to Kissimmee's Old Town. The hotel is positioned three miles from Disney's Main Gate, less than five miles from MGM Studios and seven miles from Downtown Disney and Epcot.
Hotel Features. The hotel's dining options include the People's Choice Food Court and the Vineyard Cafe, where a kids' corner features a big-screen television showing cartoons. The Sports Court Street Bar serves appetizers and cocktails, while Tropical Treasures serves poolside drinks from February to October. Complimentary wireless Internet access is available in the lobby, food court and restaurant. The hotel features a fitness room with cardiovascular equipment. The hotel includes two lighted tennis courts, and volleyball and basketball courts. Two heated pools, two spa tubs, and a children's pool and playground secured with gated fences are on site. A dungeon-themed game room keeps younger guests occupied. Family-friendly movies are shown nightly in the hotel's theater. Seralogo Hotel and Suites Main Gate East Hotel Reservations

Food as primary concerned of leaders

Food,energy sufficiency, peace and security are central in yesterday's convention of Regional Association of Development Information Officers in Region 7 (RADIO-7) at the Golden Prince Hotel and Suites in Cebu City. Presidential Management Staff Assistant Secretary Ferdinand Cui presented the "food and energy security" program of the government as he cited the government's long been effort to

New Scholarship Offers for Agriculture Students in Cebu

Cebu City - An aging labor force in the agriculture sector in a predominantly agri-based economy has prompted the National Government to offer scholarship grants on agriculture-related courses as one of the long-term measures in achieving food security. Presidential Management Staff (PMS) Assistant Secretary Ferdinand Cui in his report on 'Food and Energy Security' Program of the Arroyo

Orlando Zip Codes

While there are over 30 Orlando Zip codes, ranging from 32801 to 32839, there are several more that have Orlando addresses but are really considered unincorporated Orange County. Visitors who are unsure of whether or not they are officially in the City of Orlando should look for street signs featuring the blue logo for Orlando—the Lake Eola fountain. Streets in unincorporated Orange County will have an orange on the sign.

In addition to the Orlando Zip codes, there are a few municipalities that are also worth mentioning. Winter Park, (Zip code 32789) best known for Rollins College and the town’s upscale boutiques and outdoor bistros on Park Avenue, is also in Orange County. Nearby Altamonte Springs (Zip code 32701) is to the north of Orlando in neighboring Seminole County.

Most important to visitors, however, would be the following Orlando Zip codes: 32819, which covers many of the hotels on International Drive near Universal Studios; and 32830, which represents the municipality of Lake Buena Vista, the real address of the Walt Disney World resort.

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Orlando Newspapers

Although there are a number of smaller publications in and around Orlando, the publication that dominates the Orlando newspaper scene is the Orlando Sentinel. Founded in 1876—yes, there was a city of Orlando well before Disney came to town—the Orlando Sentinel is now owned by the Chicago-based Tribune Company.

Although the Orlando Sentinel is the largest Orlando newspaper, smaller publications keep residents abreast of local events as well. The East Orlando Sun and West Orange Times cover stories on the east and west sides of town, respectively, and the Winter Park Observer reports on the issues pertinent to nearby Winter Park, FL, which borders Orlando to the north just east of Interstate 4.

Orlando's newspapers cover the issues that are most pertinent to Central Florida: local and national politics, tourism and the hospitality industry, the growth of Orlando's downtown, and the space program on the nearby Space Coast.

Orlando Clarion Waterpark Hotel

The Clarion Resort and Waterpark is within 15 miles of SeaWorld, Walt Disney Resort, MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom. This family-friendly hotel offers complimentary scheduled transportation to Walt Disney World Resort.

Hotel amenities include a 50,000 square foot waterpark, meeting space, poolbar and 24-hour business center. The hotel features Sara Star's Family Restaurant, a full pool bar, sports lounge and in-room pizza delivery. For guests ready for a break from the Florida sun, the fitness center, gift shop, or gameroom with arcade and billiards are fun places to cool off. Pools at the hotel and waterpark are heated.
Guestrooms are pet-friendly and feature 25-inch televisions with cable, coffeemakers, complimentary wireless Internet, microwave ovens and refrigerators, voicemail and complimentary daily newspapers. This hotel is smoke-free. Orlando Clarion Water Park Hotel Reservations

Enjoy quick access to Orlando, Florida; Kissimmee, Florida; area attractions and Orlando International airport.

Clarion Resort & Waterpark is located in Kissimmee, Florida, five minutes from downtown Kissimmee and 15 minutes from Orlando, Florida on US Highway 192 East, adjacent to the Florida Turnpike. We offer complimentary scheduled transportation to the hub of Walt Disney World® Theme Parks. Scheduled transportation hours vary based on Walt Disney World® Theme Parks operating hours.

Sea World Orlando, You “Otter” Vote

At SeaWorld Orlando, Opie, an Asian small-clawed otter, takes voting seriously. Casting a ballot for his favorite meal, he encourages everyone to go out and vote this election day. Photo by SeaWorld Orlando. For more information, call 407-363-2280.

Orlando Christmas Parade – The Holiday Star Attraction

The Orlando Christmas Parade will have a totally new look this year as a spectacular night parade and festival. In addition to the lights on the twinkling floats, Pirates Dinner Adventure will open the parade with another spellbinding performance. You never know whom you will meet curbside while waiting for the illuminated night parade to begin. It could be a sports star, soap star or one of Orlando’s favorite theme park characters. The two-hour procession will be themed LIGHT UP THE HOLIDAYS. Joining our Co-Host team on the Stanley Steemer Red Carpet will be sound effect master extraordinaire, Michael Winslow from the movie, “Police Academy.” He will narrate a holiday cooking demonstration with Emeril’s Orlando Chef before Captain “Candy” Cane makes her parade debut in a rare Florida snow flurry. The up-beat sounds of our 8 High School Marching Bands will keep our crowds dancing in the streets. Orlando Christmas Parade – 2007 Golden Brick Award Winner Night Parade: Sunday Evening - DECEMBER 14th, 2008 – 2 hour production – 6pm to 8pm
Since 1934, generations of families have been spoiled with “free” non-stop holiday entertainment during this show-stopping parade. The 2008 NIGHT production will circle Lake Eola Park starting at Magnolia and Livingston Street and sashay down Rosalind Avenue to the Stanley Steemer Red Carpet TV taping area set-up in front of Lake Eola Amphitheater. Once on Central Blvd. the parade passes the new Publix Supermarket before it reaches Summerlin Avenue in Thornton Park where the parade ends at Howard Middle School. Staging will take place on Magnolia Avenue between SR 50 and Livingston Street.
Free parade curbside viewing is available along most the parade route. TV cameras will capture celebrity interviews, tumblers, marching bands and singing performances on the Stanley Steemer Red Carpet on Rosalind Avenue. Reserved seating is $10.00 per ticket or 6 for $50.00.
EXPRESSWAY to the STARS Talent Search Competition has been created for young adults between 16 and 25 years old looking to further their education with their performing abilities. In addition to appearing in the Orlando Christmas Parade telecast, top solo and top group performers will be rewarded with scholarships totaling over $20,000.00. Children between 13 and 15 years old may compete for Rising Star honors and cash. Competition begins Dec. 12 & 13 at the Cheyenne Saloon and Opera House ~ 8am to 4pm daily. Top 10 acts will advance to Finals held at Lake Eola Park on December 14th where scholarship winners will be announced before the 6PM parade. Winning performers will be featured in the parade telecast of Santa Salutes the Stars. Visit http://www.expresswaystars.com/ for rules and fee information.
Parade Officials will host a one-day festival on December 14th called, Holiday in the Park to be held @ Lake Eola Park featuring vendors, retailers and entertainment. Finalists in the EXPRESSWAY To The STARS competition will be featured on the amphitheatre stage starting @ 1:30pm. A portion of Amphitheater seating will be reserved exclusively for Competition VIP Pass Holders. A special “KIDSVILLE AREA” will be featured in the park to include games, inflatable houses PLUS appearances by Captain Candy Cane, Mrs. Santa and Santa Claus.
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Things to do in Orlando

Orlando Film Festival
The Orlando Film Festival will take place November 5th thru the 9th. Don’t miss this great
Downtown event! For film times and locations, visit their website at www.orlandofilmfest.com
or call (407) 843-0801.
Fall Fiesta in the Park
Fall Fiesta in the Park is this weekend, November 1st and 2nd, from 10 am to 5 pm. This is a
great opportunity to get a head start on that holiday shopping! For more information, call
(407) 649-3152.
Welcome to Downtown
We would like to welcome Obsession Boutique that just opened at 426 E. Central Blvd
and 310 Lake Restaurant that opened yesterday. Welcome!
Veteran’s Day Parade
The City of Orlando Veteran’s Day Parade will take place on Saturday, November 8th
from 10 am until 12 noon. The parade begins at the corner of Orange Avenue and
Robinson Street. This is a free event! For more information, call (407) 246-3104 or
visit www.cityoforlando.net
Crime Trends in Downtown
As the holiday season draws closer, car burglaries tend to increase. The Orlando Police
Department has already experienced an increase in calls involving cars burglaries,
with thieves targeting GPS Systems and iPods. We would like to remind you to remove
electronic devices, wallets, brief cases, etc., from your car. If you must leave them in
the car, please place them in the trunk so that they are not visible through the car windows.
The Birds are Back!
As the weather cools, birds are making their trek to Florida’s warmer climate. Over the
past few years, cormorants (a federally protected species) have posed issues at Lake
Eola. If you have ever parked your car under one the Lake Eola’s beautiful trees, you
have experienced problems due to the birds. The City has acquired a new technology that
will be used to discourage the birds from nesting around Lake Eola. This involves sound,
light and pyrotechnic effects that will disturb the birds to the point they will leave the area,
without harming the birds. Downtowners can expect to see and hear sounds and sights
similar to small fireworks at Lake Eola, beginning on Saturday, November 1st.

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Sea World Orlando Shamu goes Sustainable

From shuttles fueled with hydrogen to dinner plates made from sugarcane, the 10 theme parks owned by Busch Entertainment Corporation (BEC) –- including SeaWorld and Busch Gardens –- are launching initiatives to tackle some of today's most pressing environmental challenges in the areas of waste, water, food and fuel.

Eco-minded vacationers know and love the parks for a commitment to wildlife conservation that spans more than five decades, and can now see and support even more environmental efforts during a park visit.

"Our company is committed to environmental stewardship with our day-to-day business decisions,” said Jim Atchison, BEC's President and Chief Operating Officer. Culinary: Serving Sustainable Sustenance All of the seafood served to guests -- and even the salmon fed to Shamu -- will be purchased from sustainably-managed fisheries that promote environmentally responsible stewardship. BEC works with the Marine Stewardship Council and Aquaculture Certification Council in sourcing sustainable seafood options. Both are international, non-profit organizations that promote environmentally responsible fishing, fish farms, processing and food safety.

Partnering with the Rainforest Alliance, the parks also serve coffee and chocolate purchased from growers who meet demanding social and environmental standards. Waste Management: Going Beyond the Recycling Bin These efforts extend past what's on the plates … to the plates. Products must be microwavable, freezer-safe, oil-resistant and capable of handling hot or cold food and beverages … and made from renewable resources.

The new products will replace 12.5 million pieces of dinnerware the parks dispose of each year.

The parks recycle more than 50 percent of all their waste, including animal and construction waste as well as traditional recycled materials. In 2007, the parks recycled more than 1 million pounds of food waste by sending it to soil amendment and mulching operations instead of landfills. Building on this success, each park continues to expand aggressive recycling programs with innovative new applications.

• Busch Gardens Williamsburg employs a new single-stream recycling process in which every piece of recyclable material is removed by hand. This one program keeps more than 1,340 tons of trash out of area landfills – nearly the weight of the steel track for the park's famous dive coaster, Griffon.
Feathers shed through molting by the park's birds are collected and donated to the Feather Distribution Project, a program in which they are reused by the Pueblo tribe of the southwestern U.S. in traditional religious ceremonies, reducing the illegal trade in endangered macaws.
• Busch Gardens Tampa recycles traditional materials like plastics and metals, and even 3 million pounds of animal manure each year.

H20: Reusing a Natural Resource
When irrigating and maintaining the park's beautiful gardens and lush landscaping, horticulture teams conserve natural resources by reusing water – including collecting rain water and even condensation from air conditioners.

Innovative moisture sensing technology conserves water by factoring in plant material type, sun exposure, amount of rainfall, and seasonal adjustments when watering. BEC takes the high road in environmental programs with two new hydrogen-fueled guest shuttles at SeaWorld Orlando. The park joins forces with Ford Motor Company, Chevron and the Florida Energy Office as part of a pilot program to determine the efficiency of hydrogen-fueled vehicles. The shuttles' hydrogen-powered engines deliver up to 99.7 percent reduction in C02 compared to gasoline engines.

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Governor Cup - a succesful campaign.

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The best street in Cebu City

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