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For the second time in recent years, Aquatica Orlando has claimed the top spot in the USA Today 10Best Reader’s poll. The park took the top honor in 2021 beating out the competition and solidifying the waterpark’s reputation as the best waterpark in the United States.

“Aquatica Orlando is home to more thrilling waterslides than any other waterpark in Orlando, boasting new attractions annually including the opening this year of the world’s tallest—and Florida’s only—dueling waterslide, Rip read more…

The article: Aquatica Orlando Named Best Outdoor Waterpark in the Country by USA Today, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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June 26, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration’ Begins October 1 at Walt Disney World Resort

On October 1, 1971, Walt Disney World Resort officially opened to guests for the first time, the culmination of years spent imagining, planning and developing Walt Disney’s magical dream. In the five decades since, the vacation destination continued to expand with new stories and characters and adventures to cherish for a lifetime. And now with a major milestone approaching, guests can share in “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” beginning October 1, 2021, in honor of the resort’s 50th read more…

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June 25, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Beyond-the-Beach Activities Add Outdoor Adventure to Daytona Beach Appeal

Daytona Beach, with its 23 miles of Atlantic shoreline and legendary beach racing history, conjures iconic images of the Florida outdoors: breathtaking beaches, oceanfront accommodations and family fun. Today’s Daytona Beach, though, offers that and more. Located on Florida’s east coast, an easy drive–just an hour away–from nearby Orlando, St. Augustine and the Kennedy Space Center, there are a host of ways to enjoy the outdoors.

The area’s renowned beaches are only the beginning. A multitu read more…

The article: Beyond-the-Beach Activities Add Outdoor Adventure to Daytona Beach Appeal, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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June 18, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Wild Florida Doubles the Size of its Drive-Thru Safari

Wild Florida announces a massive new expansion to its facility. Wild Florida has doubled the size of its Drive-thru Safari, expanding by two miles bringing it to a total of four miles opened to the public on June 14, 2021.

The current 85-acre Drive-thru Safari Park has expanded to a total of 170 acres. The trail will increase to four miles and eventually feature more exotic animals like gemsbok, kudu, and springbok. In addition to the more than 150 animals already on property, Wild Florida read more…

The article: Wild Florida Doubles the Size of its Drive-Thru Safari, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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May 26, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Universal Orlando Announces “Dreamworks Destination” Opening This Spring

This spring, Universal Orlando Resort will debut an all-new, interactive character experience – DreamWorks Destination – where guests can meet, greet and dance along with their favorite DreamWorks characters in an incredibly-themed location that brings the high-energy fun of the franchise’s most popular animated films to life.

Located in the KidZone area of Universal Studios Florida, DreamWorks Destination will be a first-of-its-kind character experience where guests can interact with multi read more…

The article: Universal Orlando Announces “Dreamworks Destination” Opening This Spring, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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May 20, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Light Up Your Summer Select Nights at SeaWorld in Orlando

When the sun goes down, the night fires up at SeaWorld’s Electric Ocean.

Stay late all summer to immerse yourself in exotic worlds of light and music and experience your favorite SeaWorld attractions in a whole new way. Join playful, glowing sea creatures and world-class DJs for a family-friendly dance party beneath the waves. Then end the night with Ignite, a fireworks and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliance of the sea to the sky above.

Put a charge in your summer at S read more…

The article: Light Up Your Summer Select Nights at SeaWorld in Orlando, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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May 2, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Jurassic World VelociCoaster Opening on June 10 at Universal’s Islands Of Adventure

Universal Orlando Resort shares details about the Velociraptors within its most thrilling coaster yet – Jurassic World VelociCoaster – in advance of the thrill ride’s debut on June 10 at Universal’s Islands of Adventure.

From the moment they enter the attraction, riders will be confronted by Velociraptors from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s blockbuster “Jurassic World” films – including fan-favorite Blue, along with Charlie, Delta and Echo – as they prepare to join the hunt a read more…

The article: Jurassic World VelociCoaster Opening on June 10 at Universal’s Islands Of Adventure, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guid

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March 26, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Grand Opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT Set for Oct. 1, 2021

Disney CEO Bob Chapek announced the grand opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT will be Oct. 1, 2021. This new family-friendly attraction will officially debut as part of the kickoff for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration” honoring Walt Disney World Resort’s 50th anniversary.

Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure invites guests into the flavorful world of Disney and Pixar’s Academy Award®-winning “Ratatouille,” where they will feel as if they shrink to the size of Chef Remy and scurry read more…

The article: Grand Opening of Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure at EPCOT Set for Oct. 1, 2021, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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March 12, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe is Back

Work is resuming on Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe, the widely anticipated theme park that will create an entirely new level of theme park entertainment.

Work on Epic Universe paused in July 2020, as the company adjusted plans in the midst of the pandemic. The restart will begin immediately, but is expected to take several months before reaching full-speed as Universal restaffs for the project and reassembles its vendor and contractor teams.

Restarting Epic Universe will r read more…

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March 5, 2021 I-4 Exit Guide

The Florida Strawberry Festival is Here Now through March 14

The Florida Strawberry Festival is here! Located right off Interstate 4 in Plant City, between Tampa and Lakeland, the festival is huge and like no other!

Each spring, the Florida Strawberry Festival rolls out the red carpet to welcome visitors from throughout the Sunshine State and the world. Guests come from near and far to enjoy exhibits of agriculture, commerce, industry, livestock, fine arts, horticulture, and crafts. The fabric of American life is woven into the Festival through read more…

The article: The Florida Strawberry Festival is Here Now through March 14, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide