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Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World.

There isn’t a little girl yet who hasn’t at some point her life wanted to visit the Cinderella castle at Walt Disney World’s Magical Kingdom since being built. The tale of Cinderella itself is a dream and this dream Walt Disney brought to life. The Cinderella castle serves as an entrance into Fantasyland and people travel from all over just for this one experience at the Disney theme parks.
You can catch a glimpse of the Cinderella castle when you are walking on Main Street, U.S.A., but the castle itself, is located almost smack dab in the middle of the theme park. The 190 foot high castle is beautiful and offers not only spectacular views in the day, but watching the moat around the castle light up at night is simply breath-taking to say the least.
When you enter into the castle itself, every girl will feel like their once “fairy tale” has become a reality. There are mosaic murals on the walls and tiles that are made of 14-karat gold. Many real castles were used as an inspirational piece when creating the Cinderella castle, one in particular being the Fontainebleau castle. At the end of the day in the Magic Kingdom resort you can see fireworks surrounding the Cinderella Castle, making the experience even more magical.
There are certain resorts that give guests a wonderfully enchanting view of the Cinderella Castle and these include the Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Resort and Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort and Spa, you may even be one of the lucky guest that can see the same spectacular view from their room.
Make sure when you visit the Disney World Magical Kingdom to be sure and take the time to visit the Cinderella Castle for a magical memory you will remember for many years to come.

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The Haunted Mansion at Disney World.

The Haunted Mansion is a great place to experience especially if you like creepy and crawly. This attraction, the Haunted Mansion, is located inside the Magic Kingdom theme park on Liberty Square. This haunted house brings ghosts to life, over 999 to be exact, and you never know what to expect around each corner. The good news is that while this may seem like a scary experience, remember, Disney is a family friendly place and there is no blood and guts, but some of the content in the show may scare smaller children. Disney does say that the Haunted Mansion experience is great for all ages.
You begin touring the mansion by entering the 18th century mansion, walk through the foyer and into the portrait room. You will then start to notice that the room suddenly starts to get colder and the room now has now way out, no windows or doors.
You will be greeted by a host that will lead you to a buggy to begin your ride through the mansion. You will pass through many rooms and Madame Leota will tell the mansion’s many ghosts to let their presence be known and show themselves.
This experience will be one that you will remember for many years to come as is the whole Disney theme park experience. Guests that have smaller children will be asked to take turns to experience everything and guests that do not speak English can rent translators that will make the experience at Disney’s Magical Kingdom and haunted Mansion more fun. Don’t forget to check out the other attractions at the Magical Kingdom as well, like Cinderella’s Castle. Disney’s Magical Kingdom is a great park to visit as well as all the other theme parks in Disney for days and days of great family fun.

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Make Your Little Girl(s) a Princess at Disney World.

The first time a little girl ever watches Cinderella, she realizes that until the end of her life she will always want to be a princess and live in a giant castle, married to the most handsome prince in all the land. Well if you want that dream to come true for your little girl then take her for a trip to Walt Disney World’s Magical Kingdom. In the Magical Kingdom there is truly a place that will make your little girl’s dreams come true, and it’s called the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique. In this special boutique girls of all ages come in there looking normal and leave as if they have stepped into their own fairy tale, now dressed as a beautiful princess. You can find the Bibbidi Bobbidi boutique in two different locations in the Magic Kingdom theme park: Cinderella Castle and the World of Disney Store.
This little boutique is owned by Cinderella’s famous fairy godmother who knows she can turn anyone into a princess. Your little princess can get her nails painted, make-up done, a Disney princess costume, photographs and her hair fixed. Your little princess can choose from three different hair styles – The Fairytale Princess, Pop Princess, and Disney Diva. There are three different packages available for little girls that are at least three years old – starting with the basic or “Coach” package that’s fifty dollars and includes hairstyle and makeup and the deluxe “Castle” package that includes hair styling, make-up and nails, complete costume and accessories, and two different photographs.
But don’t forget about you little “prince.” If you have a little boy that’s at least three years old instead of getting the princess package you can sign him up to become a knight with the knight packages. The knight package is fifteen dollars and includes a knightly hairstyle as well as a sword and shield.

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Attractions to Visit at The Magic Kingdom.

Disney’s Magic Kingdom is just one of several Disney theme parks that offers a different experience to visitors, unlike the other theme parks. I suggest you try all the theme parks and decide for yourself which one is best, but at the Magical Kingdom there are more activities and rides that both children and adults can enjoy.
Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin
It’s your job to stop the Emporer Zurg from stealing the fusion cell supply from the entire universe. In this interactive ride you get to climb into your own spaceship and shoot targets. Be sure to collect the most points.
Cinderella Castle
This may be a place that is more fun for the little princesses in your life, but the truly magical part is watching their little faces light up when they feel like they truly are a princess in her own fairytale.
Jungle Cruise
If you are wanting to take a break and look at exotic animals then take a boat ride safari and view animals from Asia, South America and Africa.
Mad Tea Party
Take a spin in these cute little tea cups that are definitely going to make you dizzy. You can control how fast you go by spinning the saucer in the middle, but don’t go too fast.
Moster’s Inc. Laugh Floor
This is a cute digital comedy show where you the audience gets to interact with what’s going on. Do you have a suggestion for the comedian? Text him a joke and he might just use it in his show.
So if you are looking for a couple of places to visit is Walt Disney World you need to try the Magic Kingdom, there is something to do for every age and you won’t be bored. There are attractions for resting and attractions that are a little more involve, prefect for everyone you are with.

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Walt Disney’s Epcot: Features and Attractions.

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Epcot is the biggest of the four theme parks at the Walk Disney World Resort, spanning across tree hundred acres making Epcot twice the size of the Magic Kingdom theme park. Epcot is divided into two different areas, Future World and World Showcase. Epcot is full of technological innovations around the world and offers some of the most authentic cuisine from several countries around the world.
Future World has one of the fastest rides out of all the four Disney theme parks and is also full of many more spectacular attractions for the young and the old. As you are walking through the main entrance of Epcot you are greeted by a giant ball that actually turns out to be the ride Spaceship Earth. Disney’s Epcot theme park also has entertainment that includes shows, restaurants and many other rides.
World Showcase is just past Future World and this showcases number of things that are around the world; hence the title “World Showcase. “ The World Showcase feature of Epcot has shops and attractions specific to a certain area of the world. World Showcase also features restaurants with cuisine from around the world, eleven different countries to be exact. The countries that have delicious food represented in the World Showcase are places like Mexico, Germany, China, Japan, France, and Canada to name a few. The World Showcase also features a little attraction where you can taste the flavor of Coca-Cola from all over the world, and belive me when I say, it doesn’t taste the same.
So if you are looking to learn something new as well as have fun with your family and friends while on vacation then take a trip to Epcot and visit the Future World and World Showcase. Learning so much about different cultures while having fun will be an experience you won’t easily forget.

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Guest Services at Disney World.

Even if you aren’t staying at a Disney World Resort hotel there are a number of amenities that even a normal ticket purchasing guest can take advantage of, making your Disney experience a great one.
Camera services are available at several different rides and attractions throughout the Walt Disney World Resort. You can burn CDs, film, and buy cameras at most of these locations. For mothers Disney has special baby care centers where you can take care of all your babies needs, provided by Carnation. If you have a Verizon cell phone you can download an application called Disney Parks Mobile Magic. This application lets you track the wait times for different FASTPASS rides, making your wait time even less. The Disney FASTPASS allows guests to have a saved spot in line for the biggest rides and attractions at Disney which accumulate long lines fast. There are first aid stations available at every Disney theme park as well as convenient ATMs for money with drawls and lockers for you to keep items in that you don’t want to carry around all day. If you buy a gift for a friend or family member, Disney offers post offices so you can ship any gifts you pick up to family members without having to worry about carrying them home. You can also buy gifts as a guest and have them sent to certain pick up locations so they don’t have to be carried around the theme parks. You can also buy photo passes as a guest and have professional photographers take pictures of all the wonderful fun you and your family and friends are having together at any Disney theme park. Taking a trip to Walt Disney World resorts has advantages even if you aren’t staying as a guest in one of the Disney Resorts hotels, making your trip easier, safe, and more fun.

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Visit Universal Studios in Orlando Florida.

If you are looking for a fun Experience in Orlando Florida visit Universal Studios. You feel like you are the star in a number of movies seen on the big screen with more fun than you’ve ever imagined. This theme park is a television and film production facility, and there are rides for every movie fan. You can travel through time in the famous Dalorian on a Back to The Future, Take a boat ride in deep and dangerous waters with the shark from Jaws, or take a river ride and view the most dangerous dinosaurs from Jurassic Park. There are rides and attractions for kids and even the adults who are kids at heart. Feel like you are in Holly Wood California everywhere you go, by viewing clips from popular Paramount movies, eating next to wax sculptures of celebrities, and watching the film crews work on new productions. If you want to feel like you are in a movie or bring your favorite movies to life you definitely need to visit Universal Studios. Be sure to visit both parks Universal has to offer. Island of Adventure is often overlooked, but if you are a thrill seeker and love the biggest and scariest roller coaster rides you will have an experience of a life time. Be sure to ride The Incredible Hulk Coaster and really feel like you are coming out of your seat, going from zero miles per hour to fourty miles per hour in a matter of only two seconds; this ride is bound to have you wetting your pants before it even gets started. Universal also offers water parks to keep you cool in the hot days of a Florida summer making sure their visitors stay cool and comfortable. Don’t hesitate to try Universal Studios next time you visit Orland Florida and are looking for something to do.

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Forever Florida Nature Preserve.

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Forever Florida is a beautiful nature preserve located in St. Cloud Florida, right outside Kissimmee. The Forever Florida nature preserve is 4700 acres and you have the opportunity to wildlife native to the Floridian area, look at the beautiful flowers and greenery, and get a guided tour on a cattle ranch. There are several different options available for touring Forever Florida, go by horseback, coach safari, or on a buggy. There are so many things to do at this gorgeous nature preserve, so allow most of the day to see the entire site or do all the activities available. The Funky Buggies are boats that take you on a tour slightly above sea level to view nature from the water. The newest attraction to be added to the Forever Florida nature preserve is the Zip Line Safari. This is a guided tour that lets visitors experience the view of nature from a different perspective; above the tree tops. Tour guides take visitors through seven different zip lines through the trees and across two bridges. Make sure you have plenty of time to complete this because it take almost three hours to finish, and if you are a little squeamish when it comes to heights, you may want to reconsider this because it’s more than 50 feet in the air. There are age and weight requirements that are; you have to be at least ten years old, weight in between 75 and 275 pounds. There are also hiking trails, petting zoos, and pony rides to keep you and your family busy when visiting Forever Florida. If you are looking for a place to wind down from Florida’s busy roads and extremely populated theme parks visiting this nature preserve will keep you relaxed as well as give your family something fun to do.

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Miami Zoos

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Miami Florida is known most for the cities miles and miles of beaches, but there are also many other activities to do with your family while visiting Miami. Take a break from soaking up the sun’s rays on the beach and take a trip to the several zoos Miami has to offer for a change of scenery and different form of family fun.
Jungle Island This zoo is a little pricey – 25 dollars just for children, but offers a number of things to do. This zoo is 19 acres and features a number of animals featured all over the world. One of the shows that Jungle Island puts on for its guests is different animals doing tricks on bicycles.
Miami Metrozoo- This zoo is located a little outside of Miami, but its well worth the drive. This is almost 300 acres with petting zoos and playgrounds to keep your children entertained all day long. Take time to feed the Giraffes or take a trip on the monorail to explore the zoo grounds. This zoo even offers extended hours and overnight visits for animal enthusiasts. Even better is you don’t have to pay for parking and tickets are only 13 dollars per child and 14 per adult.
Sea Grass Adventures- This is an interesting activity that is hands on and every family member will love. Not only is this an entertaining adventure, but it is also educational and will teach adults and children something. You will wade through sea grass and mud and look at the eco-systems that go on in the marsh. Grab your fish nets, there’s no telling what shells you may find and what fish you may catch.
There is so much more to do in the Miami area. Don’t just limit yourself to the beautiful beaches, although they are beautiful, take time to enjoy other activities that the entire family will enjoy.

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A ThunderCat in Florida!

You remember that old ’80s cartoon “ThunderCats”, don’t you? A fun, action-packed cartoon featuring humanoid cats–a lion dude named “Lion-O”, panther man named “Panthro”, tiger hombre “Tygra”, cheetah girl “Cheetara” (not from the folks at Disney, though), and two young kitty kids named “WilyKit” and “WilyKat”. Oh, and the weird Garfield concocted mutation ‘Snarf’ (aptly named due to his strange verbal tick, a sort of ‘snarfy’ meow). And you can’t beat that cool Sword of Omens either.

Well, guess what? Florida now has their own true ‘ThunderCat’. No, he’s not a half-lynx or -bobcat or -fluffy Maine Coon. And he definitely doesn’t have a cool sword with the Eye of Thundera in it. This ‘ThunderCat’ is just a regular human being like everyone else in Florida, specifically Spring Hill, Florida, to be exact.

His name is James Jablon, and he’s planning a stunt to raise money for his wildlife center entitled the Wildlife Rehabilitation of Hernando. How? By actually LIVING with two wild African lions in a fenced enclosure for one month. The lion-man entered the lion’s den like the biblical Daniel in the Old Testament this past Saturday and plans to sleep on hay (soft on the back) next to the two lions (which by the way are named “Lea” and “Ed”). He’ll also eat when they eat. And hopefully they won’t eat HIM. Thankfully, James has prepared a containment plan to hide in a sort of ‘tree house’ when the lions start getting ‘territorial’ with each other or even him, if you get the picture.

The adventure will, of course, be streamed online live straight through till January 31st; and let’s all pray he’s still whole by then. Because wild lions aren’t a pleasant bunch. But you never know. And all watchers of the live streaming show can possibly say is “ThunderCats…. HO!”

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