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365 Orlando: 17. Orlando Science Center

tisner — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:57:40 +0000

When you think of things to do in Orlando, you probably think of outdoor activities. On the rare occasion when it rains the Orlando Science Center is a perfect place to take the kids of all ages. The science center encourages learning in a fun way with educational activities, fun and learning all at the same time.

Some of the fun stuff to do is…Learn all about frogs in the Jewels of the Amazon exhibit. Meet the ancient rulers of our planet in the DinoDigs exhibit. Create your own discovery at Dr. Dare’s Lab. Learn about the magic of the Amazon on the giant I-max screen. Or experience any number of summer camps.

There’s no reason to let bad weather get you down while in Orlando!

365 Orlando: 16. Richard Petty Driving Experience

tisner — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 00:41:40 +0000

Participating in the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Orlando’s Walt Disney World Speedway is not for the faint of heart! See what it’s like to strap on a five-point harness, unleash a 600hp engine and scream around the track at the white-knuckle speeds while driving a NASCAR-style stock car.

With the Rookie Experience, you are in the driver’s seat with your hands on the wheel and your foot on the gas for eight laps around the track. With the Ride-Along Experience you ride shot-gun with a professional driver. Either one is a nail-biting thrill and not to be missed when in Orlando!

365 Orlando: 15. Celebrate St Patrick’s Day

tisner — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 14:58:11 +0000

We’re all Irish on St. Patrick’s Day in Orlando, Florida! Whether you are celebrating your heritage or looking for an excuse to party…there is lots to do here in Orlando!

Celebrate at Pat O’Briens

The celebration starts at 4pm till close at Pat O’ Brien’s at Universal’s CityWalk. There is no cover until 7pm. Live Rock Band & Dueling Pianos. Traditional Irish food, Leprechauns, beads and more!

St Pat’s Party at Orlando Brewing

St. Patrick’s Day will also be celebrated at Orlando Brewing. Stop by the Tap Room to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day and try Orlando Brewing’s Original Green Beer the Blonde Ale… Dry Hopped. Live Music @ 7pm: Mr. Robert Johnson

Irish Melodies at Bok Tower Gardens

Included with general admission, Bok Tower Gardens will feature special carillon music featuring lively Irish melodies. Concerts are at 1 pm and 3 pm. Free with admission to the Gardens.

Check out these Irish Pubs & Irish Bars

365 Orlando: 14. Shop at Florida Mall

tisner — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 21:24:48 +0000

There is no place like Orlando’s Florida Mall on a rainy day. Florida Mall is the area’s largest shopping destination with 260 stores and restaurants.

If you are looking for a gift for the perosn who has everything, give them a Simon Gift Card which can be used in just about every store.

Other Mall entertainment: Attend a Fashion Show and see what’s HOT this season. Get the kids pictures taken with the Easter Bunny. Join us for the Simon Kidgits Club^® Book Blast as we rediscover the magic of reading and let our imaginations take us on a fun-filled journey.

The Florida Mall®
8001 S. Orange Blossom Trl.
Ste 420
Orlando, FL 32809
407-851-7234

365 Orlando: 13. Zipline Safari

tisner — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:20:40 +0000

Ever wonder how the birds feel when they fly over the Orlando landscape? Do you think about what how the flora and fauna looks to them? Now you can with Florida Ecosafari’s new Zipline Adventure.

You’ll sail above it all on this breathtaking aerial nature tour – a network of cables designed to send thrill-seekers flying through Orlando’s Pine Flatwoods and over forested wetlands, home to native Florida wildlife including alligators, black bears, white tail deer and the endangered Florida Panther. The two and a half hour adventure is like none other, reaching heights of 55 feet and speeds up to 25 mph!

365 Orlando: 12. The Blue Max

tisner — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 14:42:45 +0000

Aviation buffs won’t want to miss The Blue Max at Orlando’s Fantasy of Flight attraction Friday, March 12 and Saturday 13.

The Blue Max is a premier Vintage and WWI Era R/C Aircraft Competition with aircraft on display and fly-in competition for aerial maneuvers. all aircraft is built between 1903 and 1919.

This is one Orlando attraction for young and old alike!

365 Orlando: 11. Fine Dining At Christinis

tisner — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 14:39:14 +0000

Orlando is know for its seafood, but if you are an Italian at heart you’ll want to don your finest attire and relish in an evening of fine Italian dining at Chris Christini’s Restaurante Italiano.

Menu items include Linguine Con Vongole Alla Napoletana, Costata Di Vitello, Piccata Di Vitello Al Limone, Pollo Al Marsala. And the desserts are to die for, Ricotta Cheesecake, Zabaglione and Tartufo, to name a few.

Christini’s numerous fine dining awards include:

The Ivy Award
Nation’s Restaurant News Fine Dining Hall Of Fame Award
Di Rona Distinguished Restaurant of North America Award
Best of the Best Five Star Diamond Award
Best Award of Excellence by the Wine Spectator magazine, one of the best wine lists in the world
The International Award of Excellence
Zagat – “ a treasure among restaurants”
The Golden Spoon Award
AAA Four Diamond Award

When you are planning your next special night out in Orlando, put Christini’s at the top or your list!

365 Orlando: 10. Blue Man Group

tisner — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 23:29:39 +0000

Blue Man Group is multi-media entertainment combininn theatrics, music and comedy to create a blissful party atmosphere that people of all ages agree is a totally outrageous experience.

World-renowned for their live stage shows, Blue Man Group brings an eclectic mix of live music, fantastic percussion instruments, unexpected humor and so much more to Orlando. Playing at Universal Orlando Resort, it is a show you have to experience!

After experiencing the wildly popular Blue Man Group, enjoy FREE ADMISSION* to select CityWalk^® venues with the presentation of your Blue Man Group ticket stub.

365 Orlando: 9. Bird Watching

tisner — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:07:33 +0000

Bird watching may not be the first thing that comes to your mind when think of things to do in Orlando, but there is no better place than Orlando and Kissimmee for bird watching. Discover an endless assortment of birds, including some of the rarest in North America…Florida scrub jay, Snail kite, Whooping crane, Crested caracara and Limpkin. Kissimmee has the largest Bald eagle populations in the continental United States. There are nine state-recognized Great Florida Birding Trail sites. Self-guided trails designed to conserve and enhance Florida’s bird habitat by promoting birdwatching activities, conservation education and economic opportunity.

Bring your binoculars, your camera and have fun!

365 Orlando: 8. Taylor Swift at Amway Arena

tisner — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 22:41:10 +0000

Tomorrow, March 5 2010, Taylor Swift fans will have a chance to see her live at the Amway Arena. Taylor draws fans in droves with song like “Love Story,” “Our Song,” and “White Horse”.

At 19, Taylor is the youngest artist in history to be nominated for the Country Music Association’s prestigious Entertainer of the Year Award.

Her Orlando concert kicks off her North American FEARLESS 2010 Tour. Taylor’s good friend, American Idol finalist Kellie Pickler, will join Taylor as a featured artist and top selling new artist of 2009 Gloriana will open all the show.

Buy your Taylor Swift tickets now!