Once you see the new dishes and delights coming to Contempo Café at Disney's Contemporary Hotel, you'll want to hop on the first monorail to try them all! Check out the new bites starting tomorrow. Foodie news incoming! At Disney’s Contemporary Resort, the culinary teams have been hard at work creating some tasty treats and eats for Contempo Café that will blow you away. Starting tomorrow, August 16, these new satisfying selections will be available for your tasting pleasure. From sweet to savory and everything in between, you’ll want to try these dishes. And they’re all on mobile order too! Let’s get to them – what do you say? Do you want a yummy breakfast option? You’re in luck because Contempo Café will have two new items for savory and sweet fans alike. Start your day on the right foot, or taste rather, with the new Breakfast Flatbread or go for a sweeter beginning with the Minnie Cinnamon Roll dipped in white chocolate. Before we get to the desserts, which are sure to make your mouth water, there are some new and enhanced savory items joining this tasty lineup. As lunch and dinner roll around, try the returning, updated classic Four-Cheese Grilled Cheese & Tomato-Basil Soup or opt for the new Spicy Chicken Sandwich – a crispy chicken breast topped with pepper jack, chipotle rémoulade, arugula, seasoned tomato, and dill pickle chips served on a brioche bun. In addition to these handhelds, starting at 4 p.m. each day, you’ll be able to sink your teeth into the can’t-miss Signature Rice Bowls. The bowls are a perfect combination of cilantro-lime rice, black beans, street corn, avocado, pico de gallo, carrot, and pickled red onion. Then they are topped with a protein of your choice – grilled shrimp, braised beef, grilled chicken, or plant-based crispy tofu. Now the moment the sweet tooth foodies have been waiting for – dessert! The pastry chefs have brought their A-game with six – yes, six – new decadent bites. The Monorail S’more Brownie is a nod to the monorail that wizzes by overhead while you dine at Contempo Café. It’s a fudgy brownie with a graham cracker crust topped with marshmallow crème and chocolate décor. Yes, yes, and yes. For a fruity flavor, the 5-Legged Goat Fruit Tart draws inspiration from the iconic Mary Blair Grand Canyon Concourse mural’s 5-Legged Goat. This bite features a vanilla tart shell filled with raspberry-lemon curd topped with fresh fruit and lemon whipped cream. How delicious! The chocolate keeps on coming with the Jack-Jack Cookie Num Nums Cupcake. This chocolate cupcake topped with chocolate chip cookie dough mousse is inspired by The Incredibles and their presence throughout Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The new Chocolate Peanut Butter Bar is also sure to satisfy chocolate fans and is plant-based as well as gluten and wheat friendly! If cookies are your treat of choice, the new Signature Deluxe Cookies are the move. These three cookies include a Chocolate Chunk Cookie with peanut butter buttercream, a Churro Cookie with cinnamon buttercream, and Kitchen Sink Cookie, a chocolate chip cookie with salted caramel, Mickey chocolate chips, peanut butter chips, butterscotch, and walnuts. While these three will all be available year-round, there will also be a seasonal sugar cookie that will rotate throughout the year too. Last but certainly not least, get the perfect taste of summer in cookie form with the Strawberry Lemonade Sugar Cookie. This delight, available August 16 through September 30, is topped with strawberry buttercream and patriotic sprinkles. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Tampa's biggest and brightest holiday event, Christmas Town returns to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay this November, with new shows and entertainment, plus returning favorites including Santa's North Pole Experience. This year the holidays come to life at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's Christmas Town, the park’s award-winning holiday event which is included with park admission. Christmas Town will run from November 13, 2023 through until January 7, 2024. Celebrate the year with holiday cheer & gather with family and friends to create merry memories. Experience the joy of the season up close with animal encounters, thrilling rides, holiday inspired culinary delights and festive shows like Christmas on Ice. Keep the holiday spirit shining bright from day to night with millions of twinkling lights and dazzling fireworks, plus heartwarming moments with Santa and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer! More exciting details will be revealed on this years Christmas Town very soon, but here is the highlights of what's coming to this years event: Festive Shows & Entertainment Busch Gardens beams with twinkling lights and yuletide shows during Christmas Town! Be captivated by world-class ice skaters, festive fireworks on select nights, and even your favorite Sesame Street characters with special Christmas entertainment! Santa's North Pole Experience Join our jolly elves as they guide guests to see Santa in his workshop as he prepares for the holiday season. Great for Christmas photo opportunities, this fun and festive activity is perfect for making memories with your family and friends. Rudolph's Winter Wonderland Don't miss this photo opportunity and meet with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and friends at Rudolph's Winter Wonderland. Holly Jolly Express All aboard for Christmas Cheer! This locomotive is on track to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with favorite songs of the season and wild views of Busch Gardens' 65-acre veldt, home to giraffes, rhinos, zebras and more. Holiday Dining & Shopping Indulge in culinary delights featuring savory treats, festive sweets, and holiday beverages at select locations throughout the park before finishing your Christmas shopping with the perfect gift from one of our various storefronts. Christmas Town is included with park admission. for more details check out Busch Garden's website. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

If you are in Central Florida right now we don't need to tell you just how hot it actually is, and Orlando has just experienced the hottest week on record. This summer has been real hot in the city, and like us if you have been thinking its never been this hot, then your right, because its never been this hot for so many days in a row! According to News 6, the week between August 7 and August 13 is now on record as being the hottest seven-days on record here in Orlando since records began way back in 1892. The average temperature in the seven days between Aug.7 and Aug 13. was 88.9 degrees, this breaks the previous average record of 87.4 which was set back in August 1987. And as the excessive heat continues, we are on course to experience the hottest August ever too! Stay cool out there!! For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Unbelievable awaits! Disney Cruise Line have announced that they will unveil the first look of the new Disney Treasure at a virtual grand reveal event on August 30. If you have been awaiting more details about the Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line’s newest ship, we have good news – your wait is (almost) over! Disney Cruise Line have announced that they will host a virtual grand reveal event on August 30 at 11 am, where they will give a first look at this all-new vessel during the world premiere of “Unlocking the Disney Treasure: Adventure Awaits Onboard Disney’s Newest Ship.” This video will debut never-before-released details about the Disney Treasure, showcasing the world-class dining, immersive family entertainment and unique spaces coming to the sixth ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet which is due to launch next year. The sixth ship of the Disney fleet is currently under construction at the Meyer Werft shipyard in Germany. Like it's sister ship Disney Wish, the triton-class Disney Treasure will weigh in at 135,000 tons and offer 1,250 staterooms. The Treasure will boast a Grand Hall atrium themed around the movie “Aladdin,” featuring Princess Jasmine, the Genie, and Aladdin, with real-world influences from Africa and Asia, and paying homage to the fictional land of Agrabah with its gilded palaces. The signature central statue will feature Aladdin and Jasmine on their magic flying carpet. The Disney Treasure will feature signature character sculptures that honor the ship’s motif of adventure, Peter Pan and Captain Hook. Harnessing the power of Tinker Bell’s pixie dust, Peter Pan will levitate next to the Disney Treasure to add the finishing touch to the ship’s stern filigree. Meanwhile, Peter Pan’s longtime rival, Captain Hook can be seen leaning out a porthole with a vengeful expression on his face. Paintbrush and paint bucket in hand, Peter Pan sports a mischievous grin as he glances back at Captain Hook, who is dripping in yellow paint. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Walt Disney World have revealed the full menu and prices for Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya Table-Service Restaurant that is opening soon at EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion. Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya, the latest food location at the Japan pavilion – will open on August 30, 2023, and now we know the full menu and how much it's going to cost you! This new table-service restaurant will offer a festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style, all with stunning views of EPCOT at this delightful sushi bar and grill. Lunch Menu ($15 to $34.99 per adult) Dinner Menu ($15 to $34.99 per adult) In addition to announcing the menu and prices, the restaurant has now soft opened and reservations are now open. When dining at Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya, you’ll be able to experience the essence of Japan’s seasonal festivals, where each month brings a new celebration to your table. From hanging tanzaku to celebrate Tanabata in July to savoring moon-viewing dumplings in September, a cultural representative from Japan will guide you through each unique festival experience, one bite at a time. The atmosphere also embraces the festivals of Japan, with the atmosphere featuring beautiful, hand painted artwork and lanterns highlighting some of the natural wonders that Japan offers as well. Each and every visit is designed to create unforgettable memories that capture the spirit of Japan’s vibrant seasonal festivities. In addition to a full menu filled with mouthwatering Japanese delights like sushi and teppan items, there will be an open sushi bar and grill. Located on the second floor of the Japan pavilion, Shiki-Sai offers stunning views of EPCOT, the World Showcase Lagoon, and, of course, fireworks! Sushi lovers will marvel at the first-hand look at sushi being made right before their eyes by the chefs when sitting at the sushi bar. This unique spot provides a can’t-miss dining experience along with a magnificent trellis inspired by the roof of the Phoenix Hall in Kyoto that will mesmerize your eyes while the food captivates your taste buds. Let’s take a look at some of the dishes that will be served up at Shiki-Sai. If you fancy yourself a sushi aficionado or you’re looking to expand your palate to a new bite, this menu has no shortage of delicious bites for you to try. Some highlights from the sushi bar include the Kobore Sushi, Tokyo Negi Roll, Funamori, and The Monster Roll. Kobore Sushi translates to “overflowing sushi” and this item is “overflowing” with flavors. It features negi toro and nakaochi tuna elegantly paired with salmon roe and green onion. The Tokyo Negi Roll combines green onion tempura rolled with tuna tataki and topped with jalapeno aïoli, shredded carrot, and sliced jalapeno for a delightful roll that you simply need to try. The Funamori features sashimi and sushi arranged on a boat-shaped platter. This iteration of Funamori is even served with the festive pomp and the boat procession of the famous Tenjin Matsuri! You’ll also be able to sample dishes from the delicious world of Japanese Izakaya, a type of casual pub-style restaurant. One of the main highlights of Izakaya culture is the emphasis on sharing plates of food while enjoying drinks and conversation with friends. The menu at an Izakaya typically features a wide range of small dishes, and here is no different. From savory Karaage Chicken to succulent Salmon Misoyaki, even a refreshing Tomato Salad with Avocado, Izakaya cuisine is all about offering a variety of delicious small plates that can be indulged in a social and relaxed atmosphere. Not only can you get dishes from the sushi bar, but the grill will also be serving up delicious options commonly found in Japanese cuisine. Among the grilled items to enjoy, Okonomiyaki is a highlight. This Japanese savory pancake is made with a batter of flour, eggs, and water, and then filled with shredded cabbage and bacon, and topped with tangy okonomiyaki sauce, mayonnaise, aonori, bonito flakes, and pickled ginger. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Savor exquisite French and Italian cuisine at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera, located within Disney's Riviera Resort at Walt Disney World. When dining at Topolino's Terrace – Flavors of the Riviera in Walt Disney World, get ready to indulge in fresh, delicious seafood and meat dishes, handmade pasta and decadent desserts infused with French and Italian flavors at this signature rooftop dining experience straight from the Riviera, and right now you can experience summer flavors with a Mediterranean twist. Indulge in a selection of delicious, limited-time dishes featuring the freshest flavors of summer. Branzino with fingerling potatoes, olives, tomato coulis, scallions, panisse, and fine herbs. Sea Scallops with English pea risotto, zucchini, pickled vegetables, and scallop nage. Buratta with heirloom tomato, peach, prosciutto, and basil. Red Pepper Bisque with zucchini bread, crème fraîche, and pickled peppers. Ratatouille Fritter with eggplant, carrot, summer squash, and pipérade (Plant-based). Asparagus Gratinée entrée enhancement with tomato cream, pancetta, parmesan. Grilled Shrimp entrée enhancement with Sicilian salsa verde and lemon. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Speaking with CNBC in an interview that airer last night, Monday, August 14, Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis said that he and his allies have 'basically moved on' from the fight with Disney. It appears that Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis has more important things on his mind right now than his epic battle against Disney down here in Orlando. We presume his faltering presidential campaign is taking up all of his attention, and perhaps he is regreting starting a fight with one of the most beloved corporate companies in the world, although he is clearly trying to gain the upper hand in the battle between state and corporate kingdom. In an interview that aired last night on CNBC, DeSantis spoke to Last Call, where he claimed that both he and his allies have 'basically moved on' from the fight with Disney, and urged Walt Disney Co. CEO Bob Iger to drop the lawsuit against his administration claiming that he engaged in political retaliation in the war that was sparked when former Disney CEO Bob Chapek spoke out against his education policies. When asked what he would tell Iger if he were to give him a call today, DeSantis responded “So what I would say is, drop the lawsuit." He also said that "They're going to lose that lawsuit." “This is a great place to do business,” DeSantis said, citing Florida’s status as the top state economy in CNBC’s latest national survey. The Sunshine State scored eighth overall in CNBC’s ranking of America’s Top States for Business in 2023. “Your competitors all do very well here, Universal, SeaWorld. They have not had the same special privileges as you have,” DeSantis said he’d tell Iger. “So all we want to do is treat everybody the same, and let’s move forward. I’m totally fine with that. But I’m not fine with giving extraordinary privileges, you know, to one special company at the exclusion of everybody else,” he said. Background to the DeSantis v Disney Feud... Once upon a time, the fairytale down here in the heat of Florida has not been going well, in fact its all turned into a bit of a nightmare, a tit-for-tat saga that been brewing for several months between Florida's governor, and presidential hopeful, Ron DeSantis and Disney and its CEO Bob Iger. The battle between the state and Mickey Mouse is never out of the news, so how did we get to this point? Down here in the swamp of Florida, ever since the 60s when Walt Disney and the then Florida Governor Claude R. Kirk, Jr., struck a deal to bring Disney to Florida, life has been a fairytale. In May, 1967, the governor agreed to Disneys demands that the Reedy Creek Improvement District should be created. Reedy Creek covers over 10,000 hectares of land surrounding Walt Disney World. The Reedy Creek Improvement District was a special district created by state law that allowed Disney governmental control over the land in and around the parks. For more than half a century the district has enabled Disney to function like a county government, providing services such as firefighting, power, water and roads within Orange and Osceola counties. In turn Disney can issue bonds with tax advantages to pay for improvements. With this legislation in place, both Disney and the state of Florida have lived side by side, happily ever after, with both Walt Disney World and the state continually growing, with Disney the main catalyst for growth and expansion in Florida, heck if Disney had never came to Florida, it might still be mainly swamp land and retirement communities! So what started the epic battle of state v corporate kingdom? It all stems from Ron DeSantis and what appears to be a non-stop series of discriminatory actions against the LGBTQIA+ community in Florida . In 2021, he signed in a Florida law that banned transgender girls and women from participating in middle, high school and college women's competitions. Then in 2022, he kicked it up a notch with his support of the Florida Parental Rights in Education Act – commonly known as the "Don't Say Gay" law. The law came into practice in March 2022 and prohibited discussions of sexual orientation or gender identity in school classes from kindergarten to year three. It was widely criticised outside of Florida for being biased towards the LGBTQIA+ community with the White House officially calling it, "hateful legislation targeting vulnerable students". Since then it has been extended to include grades four to 12. A day after the bill passed, then-Disney CEO Bob Chapek condemned the legislation in a leaked memo to Disney leadership. Mr Chapek then went public with Disney's opposition to the bill and apologised for not speaking out sooner. Mr DeSantis wasn't very happy with Disney for speaking up against him and he immediately retaliated by targeting Reedy Creek as a way to punish the House of Mouse. In April 2022, Mr DeSantis signed a bill that stripped Disney of its 55-year-old self-governing status. But rather than dissolving Reedy Creek, Mr DeSantis instead seized it on behalf of Florida and appointed a board to control the district. Mr DeSantis appointed five self picked board members to the new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, saying that the group would not only supervise municipal services but act as a moral arbiter for a company that has "lost it's way". Mr DeSantis said the move would see Disney pay more taxes, but legal experts are at a loss with how Florida will take over the district without also assuming its $US1 billion ($1.5 billion) in debt. The board officially gained control on February 27...but only in writing. In a move that one-upped Mr DeStantis's supposed checkmate, the former Reedy Creek Development board signed its power back to Disney before handing the reigns over to Mr DeStantis's board. And the binding declaration doesn't expire "until twenty one years after the death of the last survivor of the descendants of King Charles III", allowing Disney to have final say on any property alterations and requires the board to inform Disney of any planned alterations. The move rendered Mr DeSantis's board functionally useless beyond maintaining roads and basic infrastructure. And no one – not Mr DeSantis or anyone on the new board – seemed to notice until 19 days after it had been actioned! Not content with pulling the rug from under Mr DeSantis's board, Disney then proceeded to slap a lawsuit on the Florida governor. Disney sued Mr DeSantis over his takeover of its theme park district, alleging the governor waged a "targeted campaign of government retaliation". They filed the lawsuit minutes after Disney's Reedy Creek powers were assured. The Disney lawsuit asks a federal judge to void the governor's takeover of the theme park district, as well as the Mr DeSantis's oversight board's actions, on the grounds that they were violations of company's free speech rights. In response to the lawsuit a Mr DeSantis spokesperson said that they were "unaware of any legal right that a company has to operate its own government or maintain special privileges not held by other businesses in the state". Mr DeSantis then publicly vowed retribution against Disney for the lawsuit, going as far to suggest he will build a prison next to Disney World. Disney CEO Bob Iger has also said that any actions against the company that threaten jobs or expansion at its Florida resort was not only "anti-business" but "anti-Florida". Mr DeSantis' governing board then counter-sued Disney. The DeSantis board's lawsuit claims the agreements with Disney "reek of a backroom deal". They claim the previous board members failed to give proper notice about the agreements, lacked the authority to make them, unlawfully delegated governmental authority to a private entity and the agreements are unenforceable under Florida law, according to the suit. And there we have it, a brief storyboard to what might become a blockbuster movie one day... For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Please Note: Gotta Go Orlando is your free guide to all the amazing happenings in Orlando. Every day we offer the most up to date news and information on the best of Orlando and Central Florida. 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Two charter airboats from Wild Florida crashed into one another today, Monday, August 14, 2023, which has resulted in 13 people hospitalized. An incident has occurred today at the popular Wild Florida Airboats & Gator Park, located 40 miles south of Orlando in Kenansville. The U.S. Coast Guard has confirmed that 13 people have been taken to hospital following an incident on Lake Cypress in Osceola County where two airboats from Wild Florida collided on the water. USCG confirmed that 28 passengers and two captains were involved in the crash, which happened around 12:30 pm on Monday, August 14. Two people were transported via helicopter to HCA Florida Osceola Hospital, with the remaining injured passengers taken by ambulance to area hospitals for treatment. As of right now, the extent of their injuries is unknown. According to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, The U.S. Coast Guard led the response, with Osceola Fire Department, Osceola County Sheriff's Office and Saint Cloud Fire Rescue responding to the incident. Following the incident, Wild Florida issued the following statement: “Today at Wild Florida, two airboats collided while doing routine tours, resulting in passenger injuries. First, we would like to apologize to all visitors involved and pray for a speedy recovery for all injured parties. We are cooperating fully with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the U.S. Coast Guard and other state and local authorities as they conduct an official investigation of the incident. We are also conducting our own internal investigation to determine the cause of the incident. Wild Florida prides itself on not just having U.S. Coast Guard-approved airboats but also hiring licensed Master Captains who elevate our safety protocols. We also want to extend our added gratitude to the many Wild Florida staff members and rescue teams from Osceola County EMS, St. Cloud Fire Rescue, and the Osceola County Sheriff's Department for their swift response. At this time, all airboat activities at Wild Florida are suspended until further notice.” For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Don't expect any new nightclubs in downtown Orlando anytime soon, as the ban on new nightclub opening in downtown has been extended for a further 6 months. The temporary ordinance introduced by Orlando City Council on March 20, 2023. that prevented any new nightclubs from opening in downtown Orlando has been extended. The original moratorium that was introduced to improve safety and address negative effects caused by the nightclubs in the downtown area was set to expire on September 20 this year. Now, following a vote by Orlando City Council, commissioners voted unanimously to extend the ban for an additional six months until March 20, 2024. The ordinance temporarily restricts the city from accepting, processing and deciding on applications for new permits and zoning approvals for nightclubs in the downtown area. It also established a new alcohol sales permitting process that would require any club or bar that sells alcohol between midnight and 2 am to obtain a special after-midnight permitt, have metal detectors, ID scanners and added security at the cost of the business owners. Orlando city commissioners say that they will use the 6 month extension to research further “appropriate regulations” for downtown nightclubs. As always, keep checking back with us here at Gotta Go Orlando as we continue to bring you the latest news and information from around Orlando and Central Florida. You can also discover our latest news, views, and more on our socials, follow Gotta Go Orlando on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, don't forget to subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel for all the latest from Orlando's Theme Parks, Attractions and more. Please note: Some posts may contain affiliate links which means we could earn money if you purchase products or services via our site.

It's been a long time coming, but finally V's Diner is opening its bricks and mortar location in Casselberry this weekend! The highly anticipated opening of V's Diner at 908 FL-436, Casselberry is finally happening, yes really! Having made vegans wait for what seems like forever, the much loved pop-up and food truck business.V's Diner will open their bricks and mortar location this weekend, on Saturday August 19. The diner is100% vegan, offering delicious scratch-made vegan diner classics including burgers, wraps, subs, sandwiches, and more. V's Diner was originally set to open in the near 100 year old Fort Pitt building at 5565 Old Cheney Highway, and they did open at the location as a pop up in late 2019, but after issues with the buildings owners, they parted ways, and V's Diner is finally ready to serve hungry customers at 908 SR-436 in Casselberry. You can find them one traffic light north of Red Bug Lake Road on State Road 436. The diner looks awesome, with vintage 1950s vibes, and even includes The Green Room, which is the area’s only vegan rental space, which could see comedy shows, live music, and pop up markets in the near future. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Back in February, Downtown's Exploria Stadium, home to Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride, announced new permanent "local" additions to its concession offerings, and now another local favorite is joining the line up. Kappy’s Subs, which is located at 501 N Orlando Ave in Maitland, has announced on its social media accounts that it is setting up a new outpost at downtown's Exploria Stadium, joining several other well known local food restaurants already in operation at the stadium. The popular sandwich shop, Kappy’s Subs who also operate a food truck which can regularly be found at events throughout Orlando including Orlando Parking Lot Party, will open within Exploria Stadium on August 26 during the Orlando City home game against St. Louis. Downtown's Exploria Stadium, located on Church Street, is a 25,500-seat purpose built venue that features local favorites along its concourse for fans to enjoy many options that are proudly “Orlando Made". Kappy’s Subs will be joining well known local names including: 4 Rivers Smokehouse, The COOP by 4Rivers, Teak Neighborhood Grill, Black Rooster Taqueria and Harrell’s Hot Dogs + Cold Cones who all serve up quality, local cuisine to hungry fans. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site

Rock band Tesla are returning to Florida in early 2024 following a run of sell out shows in the state earlier this year. California rock band TESLA are returning to Florida in 2024, with a show at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. There will be a Social Media Pre-Sale, happening this Wednesday, August, 16 at 10 am. (Password: BEAT) With Tesla announcing this latest show, the bands legacy is alive and well as they continue to record and sell out venues all over the world. Kickstarting in Sacramento, California, in 1984, Tesla made a name for themselves with a blizzard of industry showcase gigs before scoring a record deal with Geffen. Their 1986 debut album, “Mechanical Resonance,” would eventually go platinum, sit comfortably in the Top 40 and produce hard rock hits like “Modern Cowboy” and “Little Suzi.” “The Great Radio Controversy” in 1989 brought in a new legion of fans, thanks to singles like “Heaven’s Trail (No Way Out)” and “Love Song.” This helped push the album into the Top 20 and double-platinum sales figures and allowed the band to earn full headlining status. In 1990, Tesla helped reshape the face of modern hard rock music by stripping down to the “Five Man Acoustical Jam,” a loose, informal collection of their biggest hits peppered with rock ‘n’ roll classics by the Beatles, Rolling Stones and others. The project inspired other major bands to perform similar acoustic storytelling shows. It also produced their biggest hit single, a cover of Five Man Electrical Band’s “Signs.” Today, Tesla continues to release new original music, live sets and more. For the very latest news and information from Orlando and Central Florida, check back often here at Gotta Go Orlando as we keep you informed throughout the day, every day. You can also keep up to date on our socials, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. Plus, subscribe to the Gotta Go Orlando YouTube Channel, your free guide to Orlando. Planning your next vacation? Check out Top Villas, offering the best vacation homes, in the best resorts. Enquire or book online. Top Villas guarantee the very best rates on all luxury villas, condos & townhouses. Please Note: We are supported by our advertisers via digital ads, sponsored content, and affiliate links. Articles may be paid for, or contain affiliate links where we could earn money if you purchase products or services via a link our site