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Central Florida Vacation Guide
It's 'Mardi' Time
Grab some beads, gobble down some gumbo and feast on the lively New Orleans vibe at Universal Studios' Mardi Gras. Revelers will feel like they're actually partying on Bourbon Street, enjoying sizzling authentic cuisine and real New Orleans street performers in the French Quarter. This weekend's double-dose of Mardi Gras features concerts by Heart and Kool & the Gang. Event Details ››
IMAGES: 2010 Mardi Gras Concert Lineup
Feature Attractions ››
It's 'Mardi' Time
Discovery Cove Valentine's Packages
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
SeaWorld's Bands, Brew & BBQ
Rock While You Ride!
Disney's Florida Resident '4-Day Dream Pass'
Theme Parks At A Glance ››
Current prices, special offers and deals offered by Central Florida's major theme parks. Full Story ››

The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter

Coming in Spring of 2010 to Universal Orlando Resort is one of the most-anticipated theme park experiences in years. Together with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, Universal has revealed details about the incredible scope of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Full Story ››
VIRTUAL TOUR: See Images | Watch Video
INSIDE OLLIVANDERS: Go Inside The Ollivanders Wand Shop
GO 3-D! Augmented Reality Map
PREVIEW: Sneak Peek, Actors' Comments
OFFICIAL SITE: Universal Orlando's Harry Potter Site

Fly AirTran To Knoxville

AirTran Airways now flies nonstop from Orlando to Knoxville...just minutes away from the lush, cool mountains of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. There you'll find access to white water rafting, hiking in the mountains, Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies and tons of arts, crafts and local eateries. Full Story ››

Fantasy of Flight

If you're looking for a real experience with real fun and real takeaway - something the entire family can enjoy - stop in and experience Fantasy of Flight, An Attraction on a Higher Plane. Go Inside Fantasy of Flight ››

Waterparks

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Aquatica is a whimsical, one-of-a-kind water park that only SeaWorld could create. Blending up-close animal experiences, waters from serene to extreme, high-speed thrills and wide, sandy beaches, Aquatica is inspired by the vivid color, stunning flora and the carefree personality of the South Sea Islands. Go Inside Aquatica ››

Disney's Blizzard Beach
Disney's Typhoon Lagoon
Splash Island Water Park
Wet 'n Wild Orlando
Wild Waters at Silver Springs

More Vacation Activities

Awesome Animals

Ever dream of swimming with dolphins? Discovery Cove is a reservations-only, tropical retreat that offers extraordinary adventures through up-close encounters with exotic marine life and other animals. From snorkeling with hundreds or rays and thousands of tropical fish to relaxing on the winding river or sandy beaches, guests will find paradise at every turn. But the centerpiece of the park, and the highlight of the guest experience, is the dolphin interaction. Go Inside Discovery Cove ››

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Disney's Animal Kingdom celebrates one amazing adventure after another with wild animals, exciting attractions, lavish stage shows and lovable characters! Safari through the wild savannah where you'll see lions, zebra, giraffes and other magnificent animals roaming freely. Go Inside Animal Kingdom ››

Nightlife

Universal CityWalk® is Orlando's hottest spot for dining and entertainment, offering everything from a night of family fun to a great place to hang out with friends to romantic fun for couples. It's a 30-acre entertainment complex where you can experience the best of the best in live music, casual and fine dining, dancing, shopping, movies and more. Go Inside CityWalk ››

Downtown Disney
The Downtown Disney area is an exciting metropolis of restaurants, nightclubs, theaters and merchandise shops incorporating the Marketplace, and the 66-acre West Side. Go Inside Downtown Disney ››

At The Movies

Weather not cooperating with your outdoor plans? Thankfully, there's no shortage of movie theaters in Central Florida. Check our movie section for the latest reviews and trailers, and search complete film listings by title, theater or location. Full Story ››

Music

Could one of your favorite bands be playing in Central Florida while you're here on vacation? Don't miss the opportunity of a lifetime. Use our concert calendar to check upcoming Central Florida concerts. Full Story ››

Good Eats

Central Florida's food scene is a virtual melting pot of international flavors, showcasing culinary creations of many of the world's top chefs. Use our restaurant guide to search by cuisine, location and price, get restaurant details and read reviews on many of the area's top eating spots. Full Story ››

Beach Bound

Heading to the coast for a little sun, sand and surf? Our Beach & Boating Report gives you weather conditions, tides tables, beach access, boating information, web cams and more. Full Story ››

Great Gardens

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is the ultimate family adventure park, offering an array of fascinating attractions based on exotic encounters with the African continent. A unique blend of thrilling rides, one of the country's premier zoos featuring more than 2,000 animals, live shows, restaurants, shops and games, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay provides unrivaled excitement for guests of every age. Full Story ››

Camellias in Bloom
Harry P. Leu Gardens features three miles of paved scenic walkways that take you through fifty acres of southern styled gardens, including America's largest Camellia collection outside California, a butterfly garden, Museum House dating from the 1880's and much more. Full Story ››
IMAGES: Inside Leu Gardens

Something Different

Cirque du Soleil
You'll be swept away into a marvelous world of intrigue and imagery at Cirque du Soleil La Nouba, with performances Tuesdays thru Saturdays, at Downtown Disney's WestSide. Equally beautiful and breathtaking, La Nouba is a brilliant and unparalleled fusion of live performing arts, music and athleticism. Full Story ››

Blue Man Group
Experience the new face of modern entertainment at Universal Orlando® Resort's totally unique Blue Man Group show. The specially-designed Sharp AQUOS Theater was created soley for this show. Fans of all ages will be awestruck by the eclectic mix of live music, fantastic percussion instruments and unexpected humor that only Blue Man Group delivers. Full Story ››
IMAGES: Blue Man Group Slideshow

SeaWorld Orlando

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SeaWorld Orlando is the world's premier marine adventure park with 200 acres of world-class shows, thrilling rides and unforgettable animal encounters. Millions of visitors have explored the mysteries of the sea with up-close animal interactions and exhilarating experiences. State-of-the-art rides such as Kraken and Journey to Atlantis twist, turn, and drench guests with unprecedented thrills, while amazing animal encounters include killer whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks and more. Go Inside SeaWorld ››

Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Resort is a contiguous 40-square-mile, world-class entertainment and recreation center featuring four theme parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom), two water adventure parks, 33 resort hotels and 81 holes of golf on five courses. Services include two full-service spas, Disney's Wedding Pavilion, Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex and Downtown Disney. Go Inside Walt Disney World ››

Florida Residents 4-Day Dream Pass
Epcot
Disney's Animal Kingdom
Disney's Hollywood Studios
Magic Kingdom
Disney's Wide World of Sports Complex

Universal

Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando has created some of the world's most innovative theme park attractions based on pop culture's most compelling films and stories. Boasting two world-class theme parks (Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure), a nighttime entertainment complex and magnificently themed on-site hotels, Universal Orlando is a virtual universe of fun. Go Inside Universal Orlando ››

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
The Simpsons Go 'Universal'

Radical Rides

Manta is SeaWorld Orlando's thrilling mega-attraction which seamlessly transitions guests from the awe of encountering rays in underwater flight...into the sensation of actually being one. Swooping over sea and sky, Manta inspires riders with amazing underwater animal habitats, then soar them face-down, in a horizontal position, aboard a manta-inspired flying coaster. Full Story ››

Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Magic Kingdom
The Simpsons Go 'Universal'
'Toy Story Mania!' Hits Disney
'Kraken' at SeaWorld
Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit
Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith at Disney's Hollywood Studios
Space Mountain at Magic Kingdom

Richard Petty Driving Experience

Have a need for speed? Well, then you might want to head toward Disney and take a few turns around the racetrack with the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
SLIDESHOW: Richard Petty Driving Experience

Air Travel

Catching a flight, or picking up arriving guests? Use our Flight Tracker to check on arrival and departure times at Central Florida's major airports. Full Story ››

Get the latest updates on airport delays from around the country, as well as estimated wait times for security lines. Full Story ››

Out Of This World

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Become immersed in the sights, sounds and feelings of a simulated Space Shuttle launch, when riding the new Shuttle Launch Experience at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Imagine yourself as a Shuttle crew member on an incredible journey, blasting off from Cape Canaveral and entering Earth orbit. Full Story ››
IMAGES: Shuttle Launch Experience