It’s a one-of-a-kind destination for fun, relaxation, and inspiration in the heart of America’s vacation paradise. It’s also a place where individuals and families are coming to receive a life-changing touch from God. As tens of thousands of vacationers travel to Orlando, Florida over spring break to enjoy the area’s world-class attractions, many are making […]
Every year spring break offers college students a much-needed respite from their late-night study sessions and an excuse to take a spontaneous getaway with friends. In fact, 73 percent of Americans between the ages of 18 and 24 say they are likely to take a last-minute getaway in 2015, according to a recent survey commissioned […]
Developers of The Skyscraper™ – the world’s tallest roller coaster and the anchor attraction for the $300 million SKYPLEX™ indoor entertainment complex – revealed a dramatic expansion of the project, including the addition of a 450-foot drop ride called SkyFall™ as well as a landmark deal with Perkins® Restaurant & Bakery. David and Joshua Wallack, […]
Disney Imagineers have recently revealed a behind-the-scenes look of their upcoming Animal Kingdom attraction based on James Cameron’s 2009 sci-fi fantasy film “Avatar.” The new “land” coming soon to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is a re-creation of Cameron’s mythical jungle planet Pandora. Disney has yet to release specifics on Avatar Land’s rides or shows, […]
Developers announced plans for a $309 million Extreme Sports resort near Kissimmee, Florida that would include 14-story ski and snowboard mountain, an indoor/outdoor skateboard park and a snowball fight arena. Xero Gravity Action Sports said it plans to build the Action Sports & Entertainment Resort near the intersection of U.S. Highway 192 and State Road […]
The Daytona Beach Planning Board will consider a request for a land use amendment and zoning change that would make way for a Tanger Factory Outlet mall on 39 acres of land at Interstate 95, exit 265 and LPGA Boulevard. Tanger’s proposed outlet would consist of 10 buildings and 380,000 square feet of retail space. […]
The last major component in the construction on the Orlando Eye, the passenger cabins, is scheduled to begin this weekend. Passengers will enter these cabins to ride the 400-foot-tall observation wheel that will give them a panoramic view of International Drive, the Orlando skyline and Central Florida. Each cabin will have air-conditioning, bench seating, lighting […]
Most of the time when you think of “Spring Break” you imagine hoards of 20-something hell-raisers as far as the eye can see. Everyone deserves a spring break, especially families. Now, be honest. Can you really list family friendly destinations without including Orlando. More specifically, we’ve selected the International Drive area. Situated in the heart […]
Eager to share California’s abundance of iconic travel destinations, luxurious retreats and bucket-list getaways, Visit California announces the release of the all-new, 2015 California Official State Visitor’s Guide. Featuring inspiring articles, exciting trip ideas, invaluable maps and stunning photography, this year’s 187-page edition offers consumers the perfect, free resource to consult while planning their next […]
Drivers along Interstate 4 in the Orlando metro area may notice new billboard signs installed which remind motorists the I-4 Ultimate project is soon underway in 2015. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has been acquiring right of way along the interstate necessary to construct the I-4 Ultimate project for almost a decade. Through this […]