As the sweltering days of summer gradually give way to the crisp embrace of autumn, Kissimmee transforms into a haven of enchanting fall activities. Nestled in the heart of Florida, this vibrant city welcomes the change in seasons with open arms, offering a captivating tapestry of experiences that celebrate the beauty of autumn.
Kissimmee Fall Events and Attractions
Brightline Trains Orlando Station Opening Sept. 22The highly anticipated opening of Brightline’s Orlando station is read more…
The article: Kissimmee Fall Preview 2023, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The fall season will bring a range of unique festivals to the Daytona Beach area for visitors and locals to enjoy.
From two of the largest art festivals in the state and the largest combined car show and swap meet in the United States to one of the top motorcycle rallies in the Southeast, it’s easy to see why Daytona Beach is the Festival Capital of Florida.
With an impressive line-up of activities, live entertainment, art and culture and cuisine, the area’s fall festival lineup has read more…
The article: Daytona Beach Area Boasts Busy Fall Season of Festivals, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports that beginning at 10:00 p.m. Friday, September 8, contractors will close the eastbound I-4 ramp to northbound I-75 in Tampa. This ramp is scheduled to reopen before 10:00 p.m., Sunday, September 10, weather permitting.
I-4 to I-75 Detour
During this weekend ramp closure, motorists will detour around the work zone by staying right at the fork towards southbound I-75, exiting the interstate using (Exit 260), continuing east onto SR read more…
The article: I-4 Ramp to I-75 Closing This Weekend, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
Eight state department of transportation projects from Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, and Virginia recently received regional 2023 America’s Transportation Awards for the positive impact on their respective communities; whether by offering emergency repairs in the aftermath of a hurricane, offering new pedestrian features to encourage active transportation, or developing cutting-edge technology for the future that will save lives.
This year’s regional winners were selected from a pool of read more…
The article: Florida DOT’s I-4 Ultimate Project Wins America’s Transportation Award, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
This morning, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis provided updates on Hurricane Idalia at the State Emergency Operations Center with Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie, FDOT Secretary Jared W. Perdue and Major General John Haas. As the storm approaches, landfall is expected early Wednesday morning with evacuation orders being called across 22 counties. The Governor also expanded the Executive Order to include three additional counties, bringing the t read more…
The article: Florida Governor Issues Hurricane Idalia Update – August 29, 2023, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
As Florida prepares for Hurricane Idalia, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has opened the maximum amount of lanes possible within construction zones to ensure mobility in impact areas. Contractors on these construction projects are currently securing work sites, clearing traffic control devices that are not actively being used to direct traffic, and checking drainage systems.
Tolls have been suspended facilities within the projected path of the storm. Toll suspension read more…
The article: Florida DOT Suspends Lane Closures, Tolls as They Prepare for Hurricane Idalia, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Summer of 2023 has been great for travel, and Labor Day weekend should be no different. According to the American Automobile Association (AAA), which looks at all forms of travel, domestic travel bookings for this holiday weekend are up 4% from last year.
America’s roads certainly won’t be empty, that’s for sure. As we gear up for the upcoming Labor Day weekend road trip, there’s a silver lining: AAA, the trusted authority on travel insights, has looked at the data and presented their p read more…
The article: The Best and Worst Times to Hit the Road Labor Day Weekend 2023, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports the following I-4 traffic impacts associated with construction and maintenance work in Hillsborough County, through August 31, 2023. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
I-4 from McIntosh Road to County Line Road
Lane closures (westbound only)
Sunday, August 27 through Thursday, August 31
9:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.
The article: I-4 Lane Closures in Hillsborough County Through August 31, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports the following I-4 traffic impacts associated with construction and maintenance work in Central Florida through September 1, 2023. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Westbound I-4 to Northbound S.R. 429
Intermittent nightly ramp closure
August 30 – August 31
10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Eastbound I-4 from Southbound S.R. 429
Intermittent nightly ramp closure
August 31 – September 01
10:00 PM – 7:00 AM
The article: I-4 Traffic Impacts in Central Florida Through September 1, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) advises motorists to plan for an overnight closure scheduled to occur on the westbound Interstate 4 (I-4) collector-distributor (C-D) road from State Road 417 on Wednesday, August 16.
The road will close as soon as 10:00 p.m. and will reopen by 6:00 a.m. the following morning.
Detours will be in place for motorists traveling to westbound I-4. FDOT advises motorists to follow all posted detour signs.
C-D roads are extra lanes between read more…
The article: State Road 417 to Westbound I-4 Closure Scheduled, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) reports the following I-4 traffic impacts in the Cental Florida area this week and beyond. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Intermittent nightly ramp closure on Westbound I-4 from World Drive
Through August 13
From 9:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Intermittent nightly lane closure on Westbound I-4 from Central Florida Parkway to S.R. 535
2 right lanes closed
Through September 15
Sunday – Friday from 9:00 PM – 6:30 AM
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The article: Lane, Ramp Closures, Detours on Several I-4 Projects in Central Florida, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has just opened a much-needed lane on Interstate 4 between exit 60 (FL 429) and exit 58 (FL 532) in Championsgate.
The new westbound lane was added to accommodate traffic exiting the highway for Championsgate. This location has been a notorious traffic bottleneck for I-4 motorists for years as development in the area has overwhelmed the highway’s original design capacity. Early reports from motorists who frequent the exit have been read more…
The article: Relief for Notorious I-4 Traffic Bottleneck in Championsgate, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide