What's New in Orlando
Orlando is an exciting vacation destination that is ever changing and growing. From exhilarating attractions and gourmet restaurants to fashion-savvy boutiques and unexpected cultural venues, Central Florida is always introducing something new to entertain and amaze visitors.
To keep you updated on the latest developments in this fast-paced city, Visit Orlando has implemented the Weekly What's New, a new feature that will assist media in staying current on what's happening in the world's #1 vacation destination. For more information on a specific item, please contact the individual phone numbers given for each listing. For general information on Orlando, contact the Visit Orlando at 407-354-5586 or media@VisitOrlando.com.
Check out what is happening around Orlando in the Calendar of Events.
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January 2012
Week of January 30
Cirque Du Soleil announced a special offer to Florida residents for select performances of La Nouba Jan. 31 - March 30. Florida residents and Cirque Club members can purchase tickets in Category 2 at 25 percent off the regular price. Discounted tickets are $66.75 for adults and $54 for children (plus tax).
cirquedusoleil.com; 407-934-8117 (media); 407-939-7328 (public)
Park Avenue Area Association will host the second annual Valentine Concert in Central Park on Feb. 12 from 4 - 6:30 p.m. The event will feature love songs performed by Michael Andrew and Swingerhead in an outdoor concert. Admission to the concert is free.
winterpark.org; 407-644-8281 (media and public)
Rosen Hotels and Resorts is offering an "Orlan-Dough Mega Value Package" through Jan. 31, featuring a nightly rate of $45.99 (plus tax) per night (double occupancy) and the "Orlan-Dough Mega Value Pack," filled with discounts and offers for theme parks, attractions, dinner shows, restaurants, golf and spa, worth a combined value of more than $1,000. Each hotel will also include a full American breakfast buffet for two adults for an additional $10, plus tax, per night. The offer is valid at Rosen Hotels & Resorts' four Orlando leisure properties: Quality Inn International, Rosen Inn closest to Universal, Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando and Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista.
orlandohotels4less.com; 407-718-4640 (media); 800-999-7300 (public)
Universal Orlando Resort announced details for their 2012 developments, which will include a new lagoon show, daytime parade, Despicable Me ride, miniature golf course, retooled Blue Man Group Show and upgrades to The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman ride.
universalorlando.com; 407-363-8220 (media); 407-363-8000 (public)
Accommodations
Rosen Hotels and Resorts is offering an "Orlan-Dough Mega Value Package" through Jan. 31, featuring a nightly rate of $45.99 (plus tax) per night (double occupancy) and the "Orlan-Dough Mega Value Pack," filled with discounts and offers for theme parks, attractions, dinner shows, restaurants, golf and spa, worth a combined value of more than $1,000. Each hotel will also include a full American breakfast buffet for two adults for an additional $10, plus tax, per night. The offer is valid at Rosen Hotels & Resorts' four Orlando leisure properties: Quality Inn International, Rosen Inn closest to Universal, Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando and Clarion Inn Lake Buena Vista.
orlandohotels4less.com; 407-718-4640 (media); 800-999-7300 (public)
Arts & Culture
The Abbey presents "Say Goodnight, Gracie" through Feb. 5. Show times are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday at 7:30 p.m., Friday at 8 p.m., Saturday at 2 p.m. and 8 p.m., and Sunday at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. Ticket prices are $41.50.
abbeyorlando.com; 407-704-6185 (media); 407-704-6261 (public)
Florida Theatrical Association announced "Les Miserables" performing Jan. 17 – 22 at the Bob Carr Performing Arts Centre. Based on Victor Hugo's classic novel, "Les Miserables," producer Cameron Mackintosh presents a mix of dazzling images and epic staging for this special 25th anniversary production. Ticket prices start at $38.
orlandobroadway.com; 407-704-6116 (media); 1-800-982-2787 (public)
Mad Cow Theatre presents "Dancing at Lughnasa" by Brian Friel Feb. 3 - March 4. Starring Sara Catherine Barnes, Bobbie Bell, and Brian Brightman, "Dancing at Lughnasa" depicts the clash of Christian beliefs with Druidic tradition in 1939 Ireland. Tickets are $32 regular; $30 seniors/students.
madcowtheatre.com; 407-297-8788 (media); 407-297-8788, ext. 1 (public)
Orlando Shakespeare Theater in Partnership with UCF presents two of William Shakespeare's beloved masterpieces, "Romeo and Juliet" and "Cymbeline," in rotating repertory Feb. 10 through March 18. Show times are Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 8 p.m., and Sunday at 2 p.m. Ticket prices range from $15 to $38.
orlandoshakes.org; 407-447-1700, ext. 215 (media); 407-447-1700 (public)
Park Avenue Area Association will host the second annual Valentine Concert in Central Park on Feb. 12 from 4 - 6:30 p.m. The event will feature love songs performed by Michael Andrew and Swingerhead in an outdoor concert. Admission to the concert is free.
winterpark.org; 407-644-8281 (media and public)
Attractions
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomes guests to closely observe and experience their new Animal Care Center,opening Jan. 23. From nutrition to treatments, X-rays to surgeries, much of Busch Gardens’ animal care will be conducted in guest view in this new state-of-the-art facility. The experience is included in park admission.
buschgardens.com; 813-987-5401(media); 813-987-5524 (public)
Cirque Du Soleil announced a special offer to Florida residents for select performances of La Nouba Jan. 31 - March 30. Florida residents and Cirque Club members can purchase tickets in Category 2 at 25 percent off the regular price. Discounted tickets are $66.75 for adults and $54 for children (plus tax).
cirquedusoleil.com; 407-934-8117 (media); 407-939-7328 (public)
Fantasy of Flight kicks off the Fourth Annual "Legends & Legacies" Symposium Series with a visit from famed World War II heroes, the Tuskegee Airmen on Feb. 9 – 11. These airmen, the nation's first African-American military aviators, will share their personal stories of what it was like to serve as a pilot in the military during segregated America during this three-day limited engagement event called "They Dared to Fly." Symposium events are included in admission and are free for annual pass holders.
fantasyofflight.com; 407-718-4640 (media); (863) 984-3500 (public)
Kennedy Space Center welcomes guests to celebrate 50 Years of KSC with a $50 Annual Pass to Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Annual pass holders enjoy a range of benefits including savings on guest admissions, discounts on merchandise and food, access to witness breath-taking launches, plus admission to seasonal events including the 50th Anniversary of Americans in Orbit, Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction, Sci-Fi Summer and Holidays in Space. This special price on the Annual Pass only lasts until March 7.
kennedyspacecenter.com; 321-449-4318 (media); 866-737-5235 (public)
SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment announced an all-new festival that is "Just for Kid's" Saturdays, Jan. 14 through Feb. 4. The all-new festival features performances by kids' favorite entertainers such as LazyTown, Max & Ruby and the Doodlebops. The festival is included with regular park admission of $81.99 for adults and $73.99 for children ages 3 – 9.
seaworldorlando.com; 407-363-2280 (media); 888-800-5447 (public)
Universal Orlando Resort announced details for their 2012 developments, which will include a new lagoon show, daytime parade, Despicable Me ride, miniature golf course, retooled Blue Man Group Show and upgrades to The Amazing Adventures of Spiderman ride.
universalorlando.com; 407-363-8220 (media); 407-363-8000 (public)
Dining & Nightlife
Tier opens February 9th as Orlando's newest nightclub, featuring a 10,000 sq. ft. two-story establishment aimed at providing the most exclusive, upscale nightlife experience in Orlando. This premier opening will be a red-carpet event, with performances by rapper Talib Kweli.
tiernightclub.com(public)
Shopping
Special Events
Amway Center presents Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus' DRAGONS Jan. 12 - 16. This rare event honors The Year of the Dragon with Ringmaster Johnathan Lee Iverson presiding over the tournament of circus champions from the farthest reaches of earth, assembling to showcase mystic dragon lore. Ticket prices range from $15 to $85.
ringling.com; 407-857-6443 (media); 407-440-7900 (public)
Sports & Recreation
Transportation
Miscellaneous
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