20 Jun 12
Passing by Holy Land Experience It is a living, biblical museum that takes you 7000 miles away and 2000 years back in time to the land of the Bible. Its combination of sights, sounds, and tastes will stimulate your senses and blend together to create a spectacular new experience.
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20 Jun 12
Passing by Downtown Disney exit An outdoor shopping, dining, & entertainment complex divided into three areas: the Marketplace, Pleasure Island & the West Side. Notable tenants include Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba, Disney Quest, House of Blues, Planet Hollywood and Rainforest Cafe.
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20 Jun 12
Passed by Disney's custom utility pole This unique structure is seen at exit 62, "World Drive," the main entry to Disney World from Interstate-4. Mickey's ears are even lit up after dark! When the kids see this they know Mickey is not far away... no more "are we there yet?"
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20 Jun 12
Lodging in Celebration, Florida A town /community initially planned & developed by the Walt Disney Company in the 90s. Has a population near 7,500 & covers nearly 11 square miles. Some see it as a return to small-town values or resembling the too-perfect town of The Stepford Wives.
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17 Jun 12
Passed by tour helicopter base Helicopter tours lift off right overhead as they take their passengers for a bird’s eye view of the local area. Rides are as low as $25! Find them on International Dr VIA exit 72 & 74. These flying machines take off & land just above passing traffic.
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17 Jun 12
Passing Arabian Nights dinner theater exit This is one of many themed dinner theaters in the "attractions" area west of Orlando. The show is live with horses and costumed actors. These places often encourage guest participation and interaction like a sports venue.
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17 Jun 12
Visiting Orlando, Florida History dates back to 1838 & the height of the Seminole Wars & was incorporated in 1875. Basketball’s Orlando Magic calls the city home court. Once known solely for cotton, cattle & citrus industries; now a leading worldwide vacation destination.
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17 Jun 12
Traveling along Florida's Interstate-4 From the day President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, the Interstate System has been a part of our culture. The 1st I-4 segment opened 1959. Current route completed in 1971, 132 miles - Tampa to Daytona Beach.
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17 Jun 12
Stop at exit for Legoland This site opened in 2011 what was originally Cypress Gardens (1936-2010). The Florida location is the largest of the five interactive Lego theme parks worldwide. Caters to families & children ages 2-12. It has more than 50 rides, shows & attractions.
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17 Jun 12
Staying in Polk County, Florida Became Florida's 39th county in 1861, when the State divided Hillsborough County in to halves. The eastern half was named Polk, in honor of the 11th President of the United States, James Knox Polk. 4th largest FL county & is larger than Rhode Island.
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17 Jun 12
Lodging along US Route-27 Appeared in 1926, replacing western route of the Dixie Highway in many places. Designated a Memorial Highway by the Florida State Legislature. It was named after long-time Senator & congressman Claude Pepper. Route runs from Miami, FL thru Michigan.
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17 Jun 12
A Florida art souvenir Between the famously sunny climate, tremendous coastline, world’s largest cruise ship port, and a variety of amusement parks, it is no wonder that tourism is the largest part of the "Sunshine State’s" economy. Alligator is the official state reptile.
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17 Jun 12
Visiting Florida Did you know… Florida has the most coastline of any of the contiguous states & the lowest highpoint of any of the states. 663-miles of beaches. In 1565, Spain created the first permanent settlement in St. Augustine. Became the 27th US state in 1845.
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14 Dec 11
Firebird Smokey the Bear
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