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Disney World Celebrates the Holidays

November 19th, 2008

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Lake Buena Vista, FL – Walt Disney World Resort blings in the holidays with sparkling, jewel-like crystals adorning the iconic Cinderella Castle in Magic Kingdom … and a city streetscape alive with millions of multi-color lights glowing and dancing to music at Disney’s Hollywood Studios … and a breathtaking bridge of twinkling lights that welcome guests to World Showcase at Epcot.

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Islamorada’s Corvettes in Paradise Nov 8

November 2nd, 2008

Corvettes in Paradise Car Show

Islamorada, Florida Keys – Names like Blue Devil, StingRay and SS have been considered for upcoming models of this authentic American sports car, but an upcoming Islamorada show focuses less on its muscle than on its grace, style, beauty and nostalgia.

The 15th annual Corvettes in Paradise show is set for Saturday, Nov. 8, at Holiday Isle Resort, mile marker 84 oceanside in Islamorada.

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Space & Air Show at Kennedy Space Center Nov 8-9

October 31st, 2008

Blue Angels

Kennedy Space Center, FL – Framed by the backdrop of famous launch facilities, aerospace, aviation and astronauts will take to the skies for the second annual Space & Air Show at Kennedy Space Center featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels November 8-9, 2008. On the heels of the successful U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds performance of 2007, the 2008 show will include an expanded roster of aviation stars. Newly announced aerobatic acts scheduled to perform include Mike Goulian, sponsored by Castrol Oil and the Air Force Reserve Biplane Show. Also performing are the U.S. Navy Super Hornet Demo Team, the 920th Rescue Wing, U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet, the F-16 Viper East Demonstration and the A-10 Warthog.

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Parrot Heads in Paradise Oct 30 – Nov 2

October 26th, 2008

Parrot Heads

Key West, Florida Keys – When Jimmy Buffett discovered Key West in the early 1970s, he couldn’t have known that he would inspire millions of people to share his love for the easygoing subtropical island. Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 30 through Nov. 2, more than 3,000 fans of the legendary singer, songwriter and bestselling author will flock to Key West to celebrate their hero’s music and the lifestyle it promotes.

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Cocoa Beach Host Florida H.O.G. Rally Oct 22-25

October 16th, 2008

Hog Rally 

Cocoa Beach, FL – Polish those pipes and rev up those engines it time again for the 2008 Florida State H.O.G., Harley Owners Group, Rally. This year’s event will be held Wed.Oct. 22- Sat. Oct.25, events have been planned from 8:00am-9:00pm everyday, with some nights running later. Some things you won’t want to miss are the tattoo contest, drill teams, and bike skill games, there will also be a bike show at Ron Jon surf shop.

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The Guess Who, Survivor and Rick Springfield to Perform at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex

October 14th, 2008

The Guess Who
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Kennedy Space Center, FL – Celebrate the sounds of space exploration with music from the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s during the 2008 Fall Concert Series at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The concerts kick-off Saturday, October 18 with 80’s rock band Survivor, followed by The Guess Who and Rick Springfield. Backed by the iconic Rocket Garden, the live, festival style outdoor concert happens every Saturday for three weeks, October 18, 25, and November 1 as part of the NASA 50th anniversary celebration.

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Biketoberfest Events Oct 16-19

October 5th, 2008

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Main Street Daytona

By Kirby Collins

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Daytona Beach, FL – Welcome once again to the time of year bikers have been waiting for all summer long. Biketoberfest, Oct 16-19,  is popular for the party on Main Street and the many events outside Daytona. Here are some of the more popular events at your favorite places including Dirty Harry’s, The Cabbage Patch, Boot Hill Saloon and others featuring music, babes and bikes.

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Fantasy Fest in Key West Oct 17-26

September 28th, 2008

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FantasyFest 2008 

Key West, Florida Keys – Key West’s wildest party is to turn bipartisan when Fantasy Fest, the island city’s outrageous annual costuming and masking festival, takes aim at America’s upcoming presidential elections. Set for Friday, Oct. 17, through Sunday, Oct. 26, the rowdy revel is themed “Pirates, Pundits and Political Party Animals.”

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2008 SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular

September 27th, 2008

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Halloween at SeaWorld

Orlando, FL – From pumpkin fishes to friendly sea witches, Halloween meets the sea this October during SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular, carving an underwater “fantasea” where children can dance with an ice DJ, learn from a school of fish, and play with a sea fairy. Offering more than 2 million pieces of trick-or-treat sweets, SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular uniquely brings children’s “fantaseas” to life with enchanted pathways and charming sea creatures, providing the utmost in family-friendly trick-or-treating.

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Florida Keys Birding and Wildlife Festival Sep 26-28

September 24th, 2008

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Marathon, Florida Keys – Nature enthusiasts can get acquainted with some of the unique birds and wildlife native to the Florida Keys at the 10th annual Florida Keys Birding and Wildlife Festival, set for Friday through Sunday, Sept. 26-28. The family-friendly event is to be staged at the quiet oceanfront preserve of Curry Hammock State Park, mile marker (MM) 56.2 in Marathon, with field trips scheduled throughout the Florida Keys.

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