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Yes, Baylen Levine is alive and very much kicking, contrary to the internet rumours that spread around the globe in January that claimed that Levine had passed away in a car crash! YouTuber Baylen Levine is known for his comedy and prank videos. Some of the prank videos that have seen him spring to fame are Call of Duty in the Library and Car Wash Hostage, and now he's bringing The Never Grow Up Tour to Hard Rock Live Orlando on Friday, August 18, So what can you expect at the show? Levine promises a hype, jam-packed night with his crew!! Expect musical performances, pirate calls, audience participation and more! Don’t miss out – get your tickets now! 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, 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.

The latest addition at the entertainment destination ICON Park on I-Drive is “The Great Florida Road Trip.” “The Great Florida Road Trip.” takes visitors on a nostalgic vacation through midcentury Florida – before the era of sprawling theme parks and resorts. Part game, part educational opportunity, this experience puts the spotlight on Florida’s legacy as an entertainment and tourist destination. Guests will be taken on a journey that highlights the historic locations that have beckoned visitors for decades. Each participant will receive a camera like device to photograph destinations and earn points while raking a ride around The Wheel. A “winner” from each capsule will receive a $5 gift card to be used in the “In the Game Arcade” inside the wheelhouse. To celebrate this new addition to ICON Park, save 27% off the price of VIP Tickets to this new experience. $34.99 $24.99 Per Person BUY NOW! The ticket includes a spin on The Wheel, The Great Florida Road Trip camera game, a souvenir photo, and additional F&B discounts. Check out the highlights of this new attraction at ICON Park! Meet the Flamingoes Meet the Flamingoes – Freddy, his wife Faye, and their two charming chicklets Francine and Felix. Join this feathered family as they pile into the old station wagon for a rollicking road trip to Florida’s classic attractions and destinations. Capture Moments with Your Photomatic Camera Rolling down the road aboard The Wheel, you’ll help these long-legged motorists make memories by capturing pictures of stops along the way for their scrapbook with your very own Photomatic Camera. Snap The Most Photos & Win Keep your eyes peeled for cartoonish post card-style depictions of beloved destinations like The Everglades, St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, and more! In this whimsical gamified travelogue through Old Florida, whoever snaps the most photos will receive an exciting prize to make their own Florida vacation extra special. 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, 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.

The Founding Feathers of the ever growing Chicken Guy chain, legendary chef Guy Fieri and renowned restaurateur Robert Earl have today, Wednesday April 5, visiting the Chicken Guy! location in Winter Park. The mayor of Flavortown, Guy Fieri was the center of attention as he revealed a brand new menu item, a Huckle Berry Shake, hand-spun vanilla soft serve mixed with berry puree, topped with a Cinnamon Toast crumble. And in even bigger news, he announced that Chicken Guy! has 80 new restaurants in the works. Fieri and Earl opened the first Chicken Guy! in Disney Springs back in 2018, with the flagship location inside Planet Hollywood which Robert Earl owns, alongside Earl Of Sandwich, also in Disney Springs. Today, Fieri did not say where or when the new locations would be opening, but with the chain only having eight locations currently, 80 additional locations it kinda a huge deal! The celebrity chef made himself at home inside the Winter Park restaurant today as he chatted to customers, and even delivered takeout orders at the drive-thru window to the surprise of customers at the drive-thru! Fieri also met up with members of the Winter Park Fire Department, providing them with a free meal and thanking them for their service to the community. Chicken Guy! features one-of-a-kind all-natural chicken tenders paired with a wide selection of delicious sauces. Brined in fresh lemon juice, pickle brine and buttermilk, and infused with fresh herbs, these tenders deliver on flavor and texture. Choose from a wide array of sauces created by Chef Guy to enjoy with your meal and sides. 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, 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.

Get ready for the ultimate Latin party! Rumba Bash is coming to Amway Center Sunday, May 21 with Zion, Lennox, Jowell & Randy, De La Ghetto and more acts to be announced. Get ready to dance the night away to the hottest beats and rhythms of Latin music. Pre-sale tickets this Thursday, April 6 with the code Rumba on sale at Ticketmaster.com, with general release tickets on sale Friday, April 7 at 10 a.m. A production of The Last Event for the leading Hispanic broadcaster in Central Florida… Rumba 100.3. 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, 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.

Spotted: Mario and Luigi must be at Universal Cinemark at Universal CityWalk Orlando tonight, as their brand new movie Super Mario Bros. Movie opens in movie theaters nationwide today. If you head on over to Universal Orlando, you will discover that Super Mario Bros. Plumbing has made its way to CityWalk just in time for the movie launch! The Super Mario Bros. Movie is a computer-animated adventure film based on Nintendo's Mario video game franchise. Produced by Illumination, Universal Pictures, and Nintendo, and distributed by Universal, it was directed by Aaron Horvath and Michael Jelenic from a screenplay by Matthew Fogel. The ensemble voice cast includes Chris Pratt, Anya Taylor-Joy, Charlie Day, Jack Black, Keegan-Michael Key, Seth Rogen, and Fred Armisen. The film features an origin story for the brothers Mario and Luigi, Italian-American plumbers who are transported to an alternate world and become entangled in a battle between the Mushroom Kingdom, led by Princess Peach, and the Koopas, led by Bowser. 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, 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.

SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are offering Florida residents a limited time ticket deal on 2-Park, 2-Day tickets. With the exclusive 2-Park, 2-Day ticket, guests can choose between any combination of two parks between SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica Water Park Orlando, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, or Adventure Island Water Park Tampa. Now through April 16, residents can purchase the 2-Park, 2-Day ticket for just $99.99, plus tax. Visits must take place by May 26. “By experiencing two parks over two days, guests will experience a plethora of thrilling attractions,” SeaWorld said. “Guests will also enjoy world-class entertainment, beyond memorable experiences with up-close animal encounters and unforgettable seasonal events.” The exclusive offer comes as SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay prepare for an exciting summer, with new experiences already open or coming soon at each park. Already open at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, guests can experience the largest swinging attraction in the coutry. Across the street at Adventure Island Water Park, a new kids area, Shaka-Laka Shores is getting ready to open. Here in Orlando, at SeaWorld Orlando, the park is preparing to open a brand new attraction, a first of its kind stand up coaster called Pipeline: The Surf Coaster. Meanwhile, over at Aquatica Orlando, a new kids area, plus new for and drinks outlets are getting ready to open for the busy summer season. 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, 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.

A new attraction is opening soon at the Orlando International Premium Outlets Orlando. The Lonely Dog Immersive Experience is a brand new family friendly experience you won't want to miss! The Lonely Dog Immersive Experience is an immersive storytelling exhibition centered around the guitar-playing outcast hound and his whimsical world. The exhibition transports audiences into a stunning visual adventure of the life of Lonely Dog, a misunderstood orphan who overcomes bullies to become a legend whose music heals a divided society of posh cats and working-class dogs in the fictional place of Alveridgea, as animated paintings, 3D imagery, and original music are projected throughout the digital theater for an immersive, 30-minute cinematic show. Other highlights of The Lonely Dog Immersive Experience include: Art Gallery: The gallery showcases nearly 40 pieces of artwork by Clarke that inspired the story, starring Lonely Dog, Celia Crème, and other hound and feline characters. Virtual Reality Lounge: Wearing virtual reality goggles, guests fly alongside Lonely Dog on a journey that soars through the skies and dives into the depths of the sea. Selfie Salon: Snap a picture with your favorite Lonely Dog character and share it on social media with your pack of friends. Art Studio: Aspiring artists complete some of Clarke’s most cherished dog and cat paintings, then can see their masterpiece projected on a giant Coloring Fun Art Wall. Tickets start at $34.57 per person available on lonelydogorlando.com Hours: Monday - Saturday 11 AM - 9 PM, and Sunday 11 AM - 7 PM. 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, 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.

Are you Ready For It? Get your Style on, and get ready to Shake It Off! Get ready for a party beyond your Wildest Dreams, at THE TAYLOR PARTY: TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT (ERAS VERSION) is coming to the House of Blues Orlando on Friday, May 26! We promise that you’ll never find another party like THE TAYLOR PARTY: TAYLOR SWIFT NIGHT, a Taylor Swift Inspired Dance Party. Surrounded by Swifties, you'll sing and dance through all her iconic eras, so grab your crew, and come party, for evermore! We know you polish up real… NICE! Live Nation Presale begins Thursday, April 6 at 10 am, Code: VINYL. General tickets go on sale on Friday, April 7 at 10 am. (Please note this show is 18+) 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, 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.

Today, Wednesday, April 5, Daytona Beach International Airport announced that low-cost airline Avelo Airlines will begin service between New Haven, Connecticut and Daytona Beach beginning June 22. The new nonstop service could boost the local Daytona economy by more than $11 million a year, according to a study commissioned by the airport. Avelo will operate the route twice weekly on Thursdays and Sundays on Boeing 737-700 aircraft, with capacity for 149 passengers in single class. Avelo Airlines said that Daytona Beach was one of their most-requested routes. "It's easy, convenient, and it's going to make getting in and out and to the beach or to the convention center or to whatever brings you to Daytona, quick easy and simple, and that's how we operate." Introductory fares on the new route start at $49 one way. 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, 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.

Get ready to enjoy a GAZILLION ways to build awesome memories at LEGOLAND Florida this year! LEGOLAND Florida have announced LIMITED TIME annual pass and vacation savings, including a Legoland Florida annual pass for half price with the purchase of a full-price pass. ANNUAL PASS OFFERS! There are a GAZILLION reasons to buy a LEGOLAND Florida Resort Annual Pass, including 12 months of awesome across the Resort! Explore the 150-acre LEGOLAND Florida Theme Park, featuring more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, including the all-new Pirate River Quest. Join the search for Captain Redbeard’s lost treasure aboard this captain-driven boat ride through the historic Cypress Gardens with a LEGO twist that captivates pirates and landlubbers of all ages. Splash into fun year-round at LEGOLAND®Water Park featuring seasonally heated pools. Soak in the sun along the banks of the LEGO Wave Pool or build a raft with LEGO bricks to float around the 1,000-foot-long lazy river. And don’t forget the water slides! Through this limited-time “buy one; get one” offer, Legoland Florida guests can buy one gold or platinum-level annual pass and receive a second one for half off. Buy One Gold or Platinum Annual Pass, Get One 50% OFF! – save up to $149.99 This Annual Pass deal is available for a limited time. Passes may be purchased online or at the Resort. Passes must be paid in full at the time of purchase. Gold and Platinum Passes include 12 months of admission, FREE parking, in-park discounts, access to special events and MORE! VACATION OFFERS! LEGOLAND Florida Resort offers the ultimate vacation experience with three onsite, fully themed hotels with restaurants, seasonally heated pools and nightly, kid-friendly entertainment to build more memories! Rooms feature separate adult and kid sleeping areas, including bunk beds with an additional trundle and in-room treasure hunts. For a limited time, guests can buy one night at a Legoland Resort hotel and receive a second night at half off. These rates start as low as $165 per night. Buy One Night at a LEGOLAND Resort Hotel, Get One Night 50% OFF! – rates starting as low as $165/night Second night 50% off when you book a Resort vacation package at LEGOLAND® Hotel, LEGOLAND® Pirate Island Hotel or LEGOLAND® Beach Retreat. A two-night minimum stay is required. Valid for travel dates from April 13 through June 8. This package includes free daily breakfast, separate sleeping areas for kids in every room (complete with a bunk bed) and in-room treasure hunts with a complimentary LEGO® souvenir in select hotels. 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, 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.

Walt Disney World will open a third Virtual Queue for the first time tonight for TRON Lightcycle Run for the first time tonight, Wednesday, April 5. Magic Kingdom is operating Extended Evening Theme Park Hours tonight, and guests lucky enough to be staying at Disney Deluxe Resorts, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and other select hotel can join the Virtual Queue for availability from 6 pm. While guests DO NOT HAVE TO BE IN Magic Kingdom to request the 6pm Virtual Queue, guests will require valid admission and a theme park reservation for the same park on the same day to experience extended evening hours. Extended Evening Theme Park Hours Enjoy extended evening hours on select nights in select theme parks when you stay at a Disney Deluxe Resort or, Disney Deluxe Villa Resort or other select hotels. Participating Hotels Extended evening theme park hours is a benefit for registered Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resorts and Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts, which include: Disney Deluxe Resorts Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney's Beach Club Resort Disney's BoardWalk Inn Disney's Contemporary Resort Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Disney's Polynesian Village Resort Disney's Wilderness Lodge Disney's Yacht Club Resort Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts Bay Lake Tower at Disney's Contemporary Resort Boulder Ridge Villas at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Copper Creek Villas & Cabins at Disney's Wilderness Lodge Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Jambo House Disney's Animal Kingdom Villas – Kidani Village Disney's Beach Club Villas Disney's BoardWalk Villas Disney's Old Key West Resort Disney's Polynesian Villas & Bungalows Disney’s Riviera Resort Disney's Saratoga Springs Resort & Spa The Villas at Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa Other Select Hotels Walt Disney World Swan Hotel Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel Walt Disney World Swan Reserve Shades of Green® on Walt Disney World® What’s Available at the Theme Parks During the extended evening theme park hours, select merchandise and food and beverage locations will be available. In addition, the following attractions are planned to operate: Magic Kingdom Park “it’s a small world” Astro Orbiter Big Thunder Mountain Railroad Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin Country Bear Jamboree Dumbo the Flying Elephant Haunted Mansion Mad Tea Party Mickey’s PhilharMagic Monsters Inc. Laugh Floor Peter Pan’s Flight Pirates of the Caribbean Prince Charming Regal Carrousel Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Space Mountain Swiss Family Treehouse The Barnstormer The Magic Carpets of Aladdin The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh Tomorrowland Speedway Under the Sea ~ Journey of The Little Mermaid Walt Disney’s Enchanted Tiki Room EPCOT Beauty and the Beast Sing-Along Frozen Ever After Gran Fiesta Tour Starring The Three Caballeros Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind – New! Mission: SPACE Remy's Ratatouille Adventure Soarin’ Around the World Spaceship Earth Test Track The Seas with Nemo & Friends 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, 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.

A brand new "virtual" budget carrier Red Way is scheduled to debut on June 8, 2023, operating from its home base at Lincoln Airport, a public/military airport five miles northwest of downtown Lincoln, the state capital, in Lancaster County, Nebraska. Red Way will begin by operating charter-by-the-seat flights to Orlando International Airport and Las Vegas Harry Reid Airport, with five more routes to "popular vacation spots" around the country to follow within weeks. The flights are being sold by Red Way, acting as the sales agent on behalf of public charter operator GlobalX Air Tours while GlobalX will be the carrier, using GlobalX Airbus A320s. The Orlando route will initially be a seasonal flight flown twice weekly, later increasing to three times weekly in the summer. Red Way are hoping that the popularity of the Orlando flight will lead to the route being operated year-round. Orlando flights are currently being advertised on Red Way's website for $89.00 one way. 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, 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.