Latin Quarter night club at Universal Studios Citywalk

September 6, 2010 by

Latin Quarter nightclub at Universal Studios

If you’re looking for a sophisticated restaurant with a fun theme plus a great night club, then you must go and visit the Latin Quarter At City Walk in Universal Studios. Here you can dine on the best of South American, Central American, Mexican and Latin dishes.

Apart from the restaurant, Latin Quarter at Citywalk comprises a dance studio, nightclub, retail store and art gallery. All you have to do is to relax and enjoy the magic of Latin dancing, cuisine, culture, music and art at Latin Quarter.

The experience is like dining in an ancient Mayan courtyard. The decor is centered around a dance floor with a ceiling of stars and a backdrop of mountains. The food is awesome, plentiful and beautifully presented.
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Carnival cruise line cruise ships at Cape Canaveral

September 4, 2010 by

Carnival cruise ships at Cape Canaveral

The Orlando international airport is a gateway to many who are going to Cape Canaveral on a cruise. Located around 40 miles away on the eastern side of Florida, Cape Canaveral is home to many cruise lines, including the popular Carnival cruise line.

Carnival Cruise Lines is committed to offer quality cruises and unforgettable vacations to its guests. Established in 1972, the company currently is one of the most highly appreciated cruise lines in the world. In fact, Carnival cruises are very popular among families and fun-lovers of all ages. Today, Carnival Cruise Lines features ships with amazing interior designs, quality entertainment, delicious food, and competitive prices.

If you choose Carnival Cruise Lines when planning your dream vacation, you will encounter a broad range of passengers, from families cruising together to young singles and retired couples. The company is a member of the exclusive World’s Leading Cruise Lines alliance, providing professional services designed for every taste and budget.
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Swing Dancing Orlando

September 2, 2010 by

There is a small but lively swing dancing scene in Orlando.    Unfortunately if you’re vacationing on the Disneyland side of Orlando, you’ll find you’re on totally the wrong side of town – [Read more…]

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United States Dance Championships, Orlando

September 1, 2010 by

If you’re a ballroom dancer wondering where to spend your next vacation, here’s an idea!  The upcoming United States Dance Championships® (USDC) are due to be held in Orlando on September 7th to 11th 2010. [Read more…]

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Tango in Orlando

August 30, 2010 by

tango dancingIf you’re a tanguero, a vacation without tango is unthinkable!   So if you’re vacationing in Orlando, you need to know where to find the action.

I can tell you that the place to tango in Orlando is Patio de la Morocha. They hold a milonga every Saturday at 8.30 (which usually winds up around 2 a.m.).   Note that the second Saturday of every month is dedicated to Street Latin rather than tango. [Read more…]

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Harry Potter toys at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

August 29, 2010 by

Harry Potter toys and collectibles

Harry Potter chocolate frogs

Everyone knows by now that the Wizarding World of Harry Potter theme park at Universal Studios has been a great success. One of the most popular items there are the Harry Potter toys and Harry Potter collectibles.

There are around a dozen or so shops inside Hogsmeade village where Harry Potter land is. At last count Universal Studios had over 600 Harry Potter toys and collectibles licensed and ready to sell there.
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Labor Day weekend events and times at Disney, Universal Studios and Sea World

August 26, 2010 by

Labor day weekend events at Disney, Sea World and Universal Studios

With Labor Day weekend coming up, many want to know what’s going on at the theme parks here in Orlando. Specifically what Labor Day weekend events and activities are going on at Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World? What times will the theme parks be open?

Well, actually the theme parks don’t really do much different things for Labor Day weekend. For the most part they just might have a little more in the parades, a little better fireworks show, maybe some cookout type of food served on open grills.

You might even see a few Labor Day themed food carts or merchandise displays. But for the most part Walt Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World will be like they have been all summer during Labor Day weekend.
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Orlando Ballet Summer Intensive

August 25, 2010 by

Have you ever been to a summer intensive ballet camp? If you’re over eleven (and have started pointe work, for girls), you’re eligible to audition for the Orlando Ballet Intensive which takes place in June/July each year. [Read more…]

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Belly Dance Orlando

August 24, 2010 by

If you’re a belly dancer and are considering an Orlando vacation, have you thought about doing some belly dancing while you’re there?

Yes, I know you’re on vacation, but bellydancing isn’t work, is it?  Remember that exposure to other teachers and other styles is important if you want to develop and improve your dancing – and there are some terrific belly dance teachers in and around Orlando.

My personal favorite is Suspira of Orlando Bellydance in Winter Park.    She has 20 years’ experience in Middle Eastern dance, and has danced for the President of Turkey and the Prince of Morocco!  If you’d like to get a taste of her teaching before you go, I can heartily recommend her Bellydance with Suspira DVD series.

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Labor Day Weekend Events and Activities In Orlando Florida 2010

August 23, 2010 by

Labor day events in Orlando, Florida

September 4th to the 6th is Labor Day weekend 2010, only two weeks away. There will be lots of small activities and events going on around Orlando, Florida this Labor day as always.

Normally you don’t find any real big special events going on Labor Day weekend, just more people out doing the fun summer things they always do to have fun before school starts and fall sets in.

In fact Labor Day weekend is sort of seen as the last weekend many get out and do fun summer things. It’s seen in lots of the country as the end of summer and lots of seasonal places close down after Labor Day weekend.
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Beware of high gas station prices close to Orlando International airport

August 20, 2010 by

Gas stations in Orlando

I thought I’d give all the tourist a heads up today on a subject that has been in the local news here. When people rent a car at the Orlando airport, it’s only natural that they stop at a gas station close by before taking it back.

However if you do that, don’t pick a gas station very close to the airport, at least not on route 436, otherwise known as Semoran Blvd. which is just north of the airport.

The reason is that some gas stations close by the airport will charge much more per gallon than other gas stations. They know that it will be mostly tourist in a hurry to get back to the rental car place.
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Rip Ride Hollywood Rockit song music list, top song played

August 17, 2010 by

Rip ride rockit hollywood music song list

Well it’s been a good summer for the new Rip Ride Hollywood Rockit roller coaster over at Universal Studios. I’ve been on it several times and it’s a lot of fun. I’ve had several people ask me what the music song play list is on it.

I think the rip ride rockit music play list is a nice mix for young and old alike. I’ve also been told there is a hidden soundtrack you can find by holding the top key down for 10 seconds. Then you type in a code, but I don’t know what it is.

Anyway the main music soundtrack for rip ride rockit roller coaster is pretty good, and you don’t have much time to pick one. So I’d just stick to the songs you can find in the main soundtrack.
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