Entertainment sights in Orlando
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The Epcot Center
An acronym for 'Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow,' The Epcot Center was Disney's vision of a high-tech city. It's divided into two halves: the sort-of-modern Future World, with corporate-sponsored journeys through not-very-cutting-edge technology, and the not-at-all futuristic World Showcase, which gives you an interesting toe-dip into the culture of 11 different countries.
They were originally intended to be two separate parks, which explains a lot. Epcot isn't the kids' paradise the Magic Kingdom is, but there are plenty of activities for the inquisitive tot. The new Soarin' ride is a winner, and Mission: SPACE is good for getting the adrenaline pumping afte…
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Downtown Media Arts Center
Orlando has one of the coolest movie theaters in the Downtown Media Arts Center. Behind its green, gothic facade is one of the gems in downtown, whether you're a cinemaphile or just looking to catch an indie flick that may or may not ever hit the big screen.
Its 1st floor masquerades as an art gallery, showcasing the unusual works of local artists on a rotating basis. But upstairs, the blank canvas of an intimate 80-seat screening room projects a mixture of shorts, documentaries, foreign films and cult movies to its lucky viewers. Don't miss the interactive 'film slams,' where audiences vote for their favorites.
The café on the 1st floor is highly recommended - with live m…
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Walt Disney World
This is a self-contained city. Apart from the four main parks (Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney-MGM Studios and Animal Kingdom), there are three water parks, a shopping district, 22 hotels, countless eateries, a police force, transport systems, medical centres, even kennels for the pooch. Watch out for the mouse.
In its first year, Disney World saw over 10 million visitors, and it remains one of the world's top tourist destinations, now attracting more than 20 million visitors a year. It's also the world's biggest amusement resort, covering an area twice the size of New York's Manhattan. It would have made Walt very, very happy.
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Disney-MGM Studios
The Disney-MGM Studios cater to the post-fairytale crowd and is also a working studio. Hands-down most exciting rides are the spooky and unpredictable hotel elevator in the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, and the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster, where your stretch limo races through the streets of LA after dark. And don't miss the Indiana Jones Epic Stunt Spectacular!, a 35-minute show that looks a lot like the movie.
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Magic Kingdom
The centerpiece of WDW and home of Cinderella's Castle. Pirates of the Caribbean has gotten some snazzed-up special effects with a dash of Johnny Depp, and Haunted Mansion and Space Mountain are still going strong. Mickey's Toontown Fair and Fantasyland are a hit with smaller kids, but anyone over 12 will want to keep walking. Fireworks displays light up the sky nightly and many nights end with a parade.
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WonderWorks
If you're feeling guilty about pulling the kids from school, stimulate them at WonderWorks where earthquake and hurricane simulators, hands-on exhibits and a unique structural design resembling an upside-down building will set their imagination running. Plus there's laser tag and the Outta Control Magic Show, pairing dinner with illusions.
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Fun Spot Action Park
This park has a Ferris wheel, go-karts and the awesome Zipper, as well as the opportunity to win giant stuffed animals. You can also purchase rides separately.
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Wet ’n’ Wild
Wet ’n’ Wild caters primarily to teenagers who don’t mind blaring music, bad food and stretching their towels out on pavement.
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Holy Land Experience
Holy Land Experience is like a fun day in ancient Jerusalem, complete with lots of lessons from the bible.
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Titanic: Ship of Dreams
Titanic: Ship of Dreams immerses you in replicas and relics from the doomed ship.
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Orlando Science Center & John Young Planetarium
Orlando Science Center & John Young Planetarium is family-friendly.
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