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Orlando is ready to “sleigh” the holiday season with two months of enchanting celebrations. Ranked among the top holiday destinations by Google Flights, Orlando offers exclusive parties, millions of sparkling lights, star-studded performances, a teddy bear teatime and a pop-up retro roller rink promising unforgettable experiences for all ages.

“Orlando is a unique destination for travelers over the holidays because of our extensive range of festive offerings – from breathtaking f read more…

The article: Orlando Unwraps Over 20 Dazzling Holiday Events and Celebrations, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

RoadNews

November 3, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

I-4 Lane, Ramp Closures, Detours in Orlando Area Thru November 7

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) provides updates on current lane and ramp closures on I-4 through Thursday, November 7, 2024. All work is contingent upon weather conditions and are subject to potential adjustments.

Orange Blossom Trail to Colonial Drive

Eastbound I-4 to Colonial Drive: Intermittent nightly ramp closure from November 04 to November 07, 10:00 PM – 5:00 AM.

Eastbound I-4 from Colonial Dive: Intermittent nightly ramp closure from November 03 to November 0 read more…

The article: I-4 Lane, Ramp Closures, Detours in Orlando Area Thru November 7, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

RoadNews

October 9, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Hurricane Milton Landfall Expected Late Tonight or Early Thursday Morning

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis provides the following updates on Hurricane Milton.

As of 11:00 a.m. ET, Hurricane Milton is located about 190 miles southwest of Tampa, Florida with maximum sustained winds of 145 mph. Milton will move across the eastern Gulf of Mexico today, make landfall along the west-central coast of Florida late tonight or early Thursday morning, and move off the east coast of Florida over the western Atlantic Ocean Thursday afternoon.

Hurricane Warning: Brevard, read more…

The article: Hurricane Milton Landfall Expected Late Tonight or Early Thursday Morning, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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October 7, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Hurricane Milton Intensifies, Takes Aim at Central Florida. Governor DeSantis Issues Updates

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Major General John D. Haas Adjutant General of Florida, Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie and Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Perdue at the State Emergency Operations Center to provide updates on preparedness efforts for Hurricane Milton.

As of 11:00 a.m. ET, Hurricane Milton is located about 720 miles southwest of Tampa, Florida, with maximum sustained winds of 155 mph. Milton is read more…

The article: Hurricane Milton Intensifies, Takes Aim at Central Florida. Governor DeSantis Issues Updates, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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October 6, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Tropical Storm Milton to Quickly Intensify as it Approaches Florida’s West Coast

According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC) Tropical Storm Milton is forecast to quickly intensify while it moves eastward to northeastward across the Gulf of Mexico and be a major hurricane when it reaches the west coast of the Florida Peninsula mid week. Users are reminded to not focus on the details of the forecast as there remains significant uncertainty in the eventual track and intensity of Milton.

While it is too soon to specify the exact magnitude and location of the read more…

The article: Tropical Storm Milton to Quickly Intensify as it Approaches Florida’s West Coast, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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October 1, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

SeaWorld Orlando Unveils World’s First Fully Immersive Arctic Flying Theater – Opening Spring 2025

SeaWorld Orlando, known as the Coaster Capital of Orlando, is set to introduce an innovative attraction in Spring 2025: the world’s first Arctic flying theater. This groundbreaking experience allows families to fly over icy landscapes, explore beneath frozen waters, and encounter magnificent Arctic wildlife like beluga whales, orcas, and walruses up close. With all-weather indoor access, it promises an exhilarating escape for families year-round.

Continuing the park’s tradition of read more…

The article: SeaWorld Orlando Unveils World’s First Fully Immersive Arctic Flying Theater – Opening Spring 2025, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

RoadNews

September 10, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Multiple Closures Scheduled for I-4 Exit Ramp to S.R. 528 September 10-12, 15-20

Motorists should be advised that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is implementing nightly closures of the westbound I-4 exit ramp to eastbound State Road (S.R.) 528 (Beachline Expressway) on September 10-12 and 15-20. The closures will begin as early as 10:00 p.m. each night and are expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m.

The closures are necessary for crews to conduct ramp widening work.

The following detour will be in place for motorists on westbound I-4 wishing to head onto read more…

The article: Multiple Closures Scheduled for I-4 Exit Ramp to S.R. 528 September 10-12, 15-20, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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September 4, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Orlando Carves Out 90+ Days of Halloween Celebrations

Orlando, the Halloween Vacation Capital, invites visitors to celebrate the spooky season with a record 93 days of frightful and family friendly events. Highlights include the nation’s largest horror convention, extended theme park Halloween events, haunted botanical gardens, kid-friendly trick-or-treat trails, an all-new Halloween drone show, and adults-only horror-themed performing arts shows and even a Beetlejuice themed brunch.

“Orlando lives up to our reputation as the Halloween Vacat read more…

The article: Orlando Carves Out 90+ Days of Halloween Celebrations, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

RoadNews

August 13, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

Closure, Detour for Major I-4 Ramp Scheduled August 14, 15, and 18

Motorists should be advised that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is implementing nightly closures of the entrance ramp to westbound Interstate 4 (I-4) from Sand Lake Road (State Road (S.R.) 482) on August 14,15, and 18. The closures will begin as early as 10:00 p.m. each night and are expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m.

These closures are necessary for crews to set beams on new bridge structures in the area as part of the improvements to the I-4 and Sand Lake Road interchange. read more…

The article: Closure, Detour for Major I-4 Ramp Scheduled August 14, 15, and 18, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide

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August 6, 2024 I-4 Exit Guide

I-4 Eastbound Closure, Detour Overnight August 7 in Orlando

Motorists should be advised that the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is implementing a nighttime road closure of the eastbound I-4 roadway under the bridge to the eastbound Beachline Expressway (State Road (S.R.) 528) overnight on Wednesday, August 7.

The closure is expected to begin as early as 10:00 p.m. and is expected to reopen by 6:00 a.m. the following morning. The closure is necessary for crews to move a crane into the work zone for further pile driving work as part of read more…

The article: I-4 Eastbound Closure, Detour Overnight August 7 in Orlando, was originally published on The I-4 Exit Guide