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Second Annual Mike Ditka Resorts Golf Outing in Kissimmee
February 07, 2010
This might seem like an odd thing for the Family Insider to blog about, namely the 2nd Annual Mike Ditka Resorts Golf Outing in Kissimmee, but there’s a whole lot more going on here ... more
Everglades Day Trip - a Family Must-See
February 04, 2010
We filmed our first video of the year yesterday on the many different ways to explore the Everglades with your family. My boys and I had so much fun (dad had to work - again ... more
Valentine's Family Fun
February 02, 2010
With Valentine's Day falling on a three-day weekend (President's Day is Monday the 15th), and kids being off school, I've come up with a list of family fun events around Florida I think you'll like:   Holiday ... more
Hollywood Broadwalk Rated One of America's Best
January 31, 2010
Congratulations to our very own Hollywood Broadwalk  for being recognized as one of the top Boardwalks in America. Seven boardwalks were listed in the story that appeared on the homepage of MSN over the weekend. I, for ... more
Bands, Brew & BBQ Opening Weekend Feb. 6 and 7
January 29, 2010
Things are heating up at Busch Gardens and SeaWorld. They’re getting ready for their Opening Weekend of ‘Bands, Brew & BBQ’ – a free-with-park-admission event where you and your family can enjoy a ... more
37th Annual Everglades Seafood Festival
January 27, 2010
The Everglades Seafood Festival, Feb. 5-7 this year, is one of my absolute favorite events to attend. It's truly a family-friendly, come-as-you-are, come hungry, have-an-awesome-time weekend. We're talking three days of jammin' live music, carnival rides ... more
Discovery Cove Valentine Offers for February
January 24, 2010
Are you looking for something extra special to do with your special someone in honor of Valentine’s Day in February?   Chocolates, champagne, red roses, framed photos – all good ideas – but combine them with magical ... more
LEGOLAND Planning to Open in Winter Haven
January 21, 2010
It’s official! LEGOLAND is coming to Florida! I’m so excited I can’t type fast enough. Merlin Entertainments Group purchased 145 acres in Winter Haven, the former site of Cypress Gardens (Florida’s first theme park) ... more
61st Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo
January 20, 2010
Calling all cowgirls and cowboys – dust off yer’ boots and head to the 61st Annual Homestead Championship Rodeo at the Doc Demilly Rodeo Arena at Harris Field in Homestead, Jan. 29-31, 2010.   Bull riding, barrel ... more
Merlin Entertainments Group Buys Cypress Gardens
January 17, 2010
When Cypress Gardens closed in September, it was a sad day here in the Sunshine State as Cypress Gardens was Florida’s oldest theme park.

But now, it appears there is some very exciting and ... more
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Theme Park Tickets: Where's The Deals?
Asked by Mark Bennett on February 07, 2010
Q: We are 2 adults visiting 14 days in March. We only want to visit Universal Studios, City Walk, Busch Gardens, Kennedy Space. Not Disney, but are confused by the vast array of tickets for sale, please advise on best ticket for multiple visits.
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Hi Mark~

There is definitely a dizzying array of theme park ticket choices - and they can cause headaches and undue ...read more

Destin: Where Can Two Adults Stay Comfortably?
Asked by Kim Schaefer on February 07, 2010
Q: I am looking for a nice clean place to stay in May at Destin Beach. This is my first time to see the Gulf of Mexico. I'm thinking Destin would be a nice place. Or would you recommend somewhere else. The week of May 17, 2010 would the weather be nice? I need a place for 2 adults.
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Hi there Kim~

You are going to love Destin! I highly highly highly recommend it. The words, 'glorious' and 'magnificent' ...read more

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