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December 13th, 2011
There was a time when our state tourism motto was something like “Florida, the rules are different here.” And no time is that more obvious than on New Years Eve, instead of a big ball dropping at midnight we drop an orange in Orlando, a beach ball in Panama City Beach and, get this, a Conch shell in Key West. We’re also more likely to toast the New Year with some frozen or fruity concoction than champagne, you can call us different if you will but you have to call us fun. Our festivities range from kid friendly and family to somethings that are a little wilder, here are some suggestions of places to go and things to do in Florida for New Year’s Eve 2011.
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December 6th, 2011
Florida Keys – The winter season in the Florida Keys & Key West is as bustling as it is warm and sunny, with an array of events to entertain. From holiday happenings to fine food festivals and beyond, the island chain has an event to serve everyone’s interests. While this piece lists selected 2011-2012 winter highlights, a comprehensive schedule of events throughout the Keys can be found at their website.
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December 5th, 2011
With theme parks going all out, festive light displays and boat parades, Santa’s workshops and family fun, Florida is the place to be during the holiday season.
Floridians also decorate everything in sight, from the flamingos in our front yards to the boats at our docks everything is strung with lights and tinsel. From St. Augustine to the Florida Keys, Florida knows how to celebrate the Christmas season.
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December 4th, 2011
Winter Haven, FL – LEGOLAND Florida is getting into the holiday spirit with the first annual Christmas Bricktacular. Festive decorations and sounds of the season will fill The Beginning and Fun Town through the holidays, Dec. 8-31, followed by Kids’ New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31. With more than 50 rides, shows and attractions all dedicated to families with children age 2 to 12 and one of the widest selections of LEGO® products available, LEGOLAND Florida just south of the Orlando Attractions is the best place to celebrate the season and pick up the Christmas gifts that are on every child’s wish list – LEGO!
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December 3rd, 2011
Florida Keys – The spirit of the holiday season comes alive in the Florida Keys & Key West with holiday happenings and festive functions spreading cheer in a subtropical climate. From Key Largo to Key West, the calendar is packed with events designed to celebrate the holiday spirit — including festive lighted boat parades featuring vessels whose decorations range from traditional greenery to offbeat salutes to the season. Listed here are some holiday highlights, all spiced with a characteristically Florida flair.
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December 1st, 2011
Kissimmee, FL – Palm trees may outnumber the festive Firs in Florida, but that hasn’t deterred the cast of DreamWorks Animation films from making Gaylord Palms their home this holiday season. This year’s ICE! event at the hotel, features DreamWorks’ Shrek the Halls and its Christmassy DreamWorks Experience package offers children and kids at heart, the opportunity to enjoy exciting activities with the DreamWorks cast of characters from animated films Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda. Through Jan. 2, guests will enjoy dining with the characters during ShrekFeast Interactive Character Meals, decorating gingerbread with Gingy, perusing the Palms grounds for the Puss in Boots Scavenger Hunt and waking up to their favorite characters with DreamWorks Character Wake-Up Calls. The package also includes DreamWorks “Character Passport” Meet & Greets*, the DreamWorks Welcome Amenity at Package Check-In** and a Family Photo*.
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November 28th, 2011
Florida is a peninsula surrounded on three sides by water, our weather is warm and sunny so it only makes sense that we enjoy our boats all year round and Christmas is no different. When were done decking our halls we head straight out to our docks and deck our decks, hulls and string those masts with lights. Once they are twinkling from bow to stern we wait for Santa. But before he gets here we take our boats and show them off, boats parades take place all over Florida and are a great way for the whole family to get into the holiday spirit. Here’s our list of upcoming boat parades, find one in your area to enjoy.
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November 26th, 2011
Key West, Florida Keys – Frost-free Key West might be the southernmost island in the continental United States, but many of its bed-and-breakfast inns sport holiday decorations worthy of Santa’s northernmost workshop. Also, the Key West Bight Marina, is to shine for the holidays during the Key West “Bight” Before Christmas Holiday Celebration.
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November 25th, 2011
Orlando, FL – There’s no better place to enjoy the Holidays with your family this year than at Universal Orlando Resort. It’s the only place you can come face-to-face with The Grinch and the Whos from Whoville, watch a cheerful holiday parade filled with big, colorful Macy’s balloons and sing along to the classic sounds of the season as you stroll through a holiday-trimmed theme park with your loved ones.
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November 24th, 2011
Tampa, FL – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay celebrates the spirit of the season with the return of several holiday classics, then rings in the New Year with special entertainment and spectacular fireworks. From Nov. 19 to Jan. 1, there’s a festive chill in the air when Busch Gardens presents Christmas on Ice, a limited-engagement ice-skating show bringing a graceful winter wonderland to life. NEW for 2011, this guest favorite is moving to the park’s Moroccan Palace, which will soon be the home of the all-new Iceploration, opening 2-2-12.
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November 21st, 2011
Lake Buena Vista, FL – It’s the month before Christmas and throughout Mickey’s house, the trees are all glowing, bringing smiles to The Mouse. Choirs are singing, bakers taking great care, sounds and smells of the season are filling the air… At Walt Disney World Resort in 2011, it begins to look a lot like Christmas as early as Nov. 8. Santa’s elves bedazzle every corner of the Vacation Kingdom for a seasonal spectacle filled with heartwarming stage productions, enchanting parades, garlands and wreaths, millions of sparkling lights and even the first flakes of winter. And with a ho, ho, whole lot of cheer being spread over more than a month, guests have more choice as to when they join in the magical, one-of-a-kind celebration.
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October 13th, 2011
Key West, Florida Keys – At the far end of the Florida Keys, sea monsters and mermaids, creatures of the deep and escapees from Davy Jones’ locker are to surface in Key West Friday, Oct. 21, through Sunday, Oct. 30, during the island city’s annual Fantasy Fest celebration. Born more than 30 years ago, the festival is internationally recognized for its uninhibited flair and lighthearted spirit.
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October 11th, 2011
Marathon, Florida Keys — The much-anticipated opening of the Florida Keys stone crab season takes place Oct. 15 each year, but the 2011-12 season opening is going to be followed by a tasty test of crab-consuming capacity. The inaugural Stone Crab Eating Contest, a challenge for amateur eaters, is set for Saturday, Oct. 22 in Marathon.
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October 10th, 2011
Daytona Beach, FL – It’s time once again for Biketoberfest and Daytona Beach is getting ready for the rumble of motorcycles and the flash of chrome not to mention all the leather. All along Main Street on the beachside through North Beach Street to the Daytona International Speedway there will be food, cold beer, beautiful women, live music, special events and plenty of opportunities to buy those things that will always remind you of Biktoberfest 2011.
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