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Happy 407 Day! Today, Friday, April 7 is the day to support local businesses and share all that you love about the region. Celebrate your hometown pride by shopping at and supporting your favorite local area businesses. This now annual campaign, inspired by Orlando’s longtime area code, encourages residents to support their favorite restaurants, bars, shops, boutiques, services, and other locally-owned businesses by sharing posts and photos on social media channels using the hashtag #407Day during their visit. Small businesses are the backbone of our community, and when we come together to support each other, we all thrive, together, we can make a difference by supporting our neighbors. Here at Gotta Go Orlando we are proud to be a resident of our vibrant, inclusive community and always enjoy sharing here on our website and on our socials all that we love about Orlando. 407 Day gives us all the opportunity to showcase our hometown pride and the small businesses that make our community such a special place. The celebration also includes some special events throughout today, including: Discover Downtown 407 Sale – Discover Downtown, the information/retail hub for all that is local, is having a sale with a $4.07 off special 407 shirts and ball caps both in-store and online with the code “407DAY.” The sale runs all week and ends when the shop closes Friday evening at 5 p.m. You can also shop online - downtownorlando.com/store Visit Orlando Mural Reveal – Visit Orlando, City of Orlando, Downtown Development Board/Community Redevelopment Agency (DDB/CRA), Orange County Government, and Orlando Economic Partnership will unveil a new mural in downtown Orlando at 10:30 a.m. at 30 S. Orange Avenue. The event will feature a reading of an original #407Day poem by Orlando’s Poet Laureate, Shawn Welcome. The new mural is designed by local Orlando artist Clark Orr, with the mural's design an initiative that is part of the “Unbelievably Real” brand platform, a first-of-its-kind partnership between Visit Orlando and the Orlando Economic Partnership. “Unbelievably Real” was developed to appeal to a worldwide audience including leisure travelers, meeting planners, workforce talent and business audiences. The exciting new mural has been painted by talented muralist Kristi Burke Tonight everyone is encouraged to attend 407 Day Game Night! 407 Day Game Night – The City of Orlando and the DDB will host a family game night in Lake Eola Park. The event will feature games, food, and fun for everyone, including DJs, food trucks, inflatables, and giant lawn games. Join The City of Orlando and Downtown Orlando for this fun free event at Lake Eola Park on the East Lawn. The fun starts at 4 pm and goes on until 8 pm. Food and drinks will be available for purchase including the signature drink ‘407 Island Time’ made with Tropical Bacardi, mango lemonade, blue curacao and a Smirnoff citrus floater! 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. Contact Us

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is now wanting to punish tourists in his biter feud with Disney! Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is still clearly very, very mad that Disney made a fool out of him in public, and is still not in the mood to let his personal war against Disney go as his lates move appears to be to punish tourists who want to visit Walt Disney World. Gov DeSantis is once again escalating his personal war with Disney by making multiple threats towards Walt Disney World in a speech he delivered at Hillsdale College, a conservative liberal arts college in Michigan. DeSantis said “They are not superior to the people of Florida. So come hell or high water we’re going to make sure that policy of Florida carries the day. And so they can keep trying to do things. But ultimately we’re going to win on every single issue involving Disney I can tell you that.” DeSantis also promised to double down on his efforts to punish Disney through methods both in the Legislature and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight Board. DeSantis has now threatened to hike Disney’s hotel taxes and set up tolls on the roads around Walt Disney World Resort property!! Does DeSantis not realise that this will harm tourism and the state of Florida????? Effectively DeSantis is going to punish Disney fans from around the world when they visit Florida, WHY! Simply because DeSatis has a personal grudge with Disney Also to inflame the situation further, in a separate speech hosted by the Midland County Republican Party in Michigan, the governor said “Disney tried to pull a fast one on the way out the door. That story’s not over yet. Buckle up. There’s more coming down the pike.” The war is obviously far from over... Bob Iger days ago accused the Governor of harming Florida, endow it appears the Governor is determined to to just that! Here is what Iger had to say on the matter... Speaking on April 3 at The Walt Disney Company 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, CEO Bob Iger addressed the current controversy surrounding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis apparent war on the company. Iger said that The Walt Disney Company were exercising their right to free speech and that now Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is retaliating against them and their right to free speech. Iger proudly proclaimed “We love the State of Florida,” before pointing out the company’s many investments in the local community over the years, he in turn, also acknowledged that he respected and appreciated what the State has done for Disney. He then went on to reference Disney's response to the Don’t Say Gay controversy (Parental Rights in Education bill), and said that although he thought that the situation was not well handled, Disney still has a right to free speech. “While the company may have not handled the position that it took very well, a company has a right to freedom of speech, just like individuals do, and obviously in taking the position, the governor got very angry about the position Disney took, and seems like he’s decided to retaliate against us, including the naming of a new board to oversee the property and the business, in effect to seek to punish a company for its exercise of a constitutional right,” He directly accused Governor DeSantis of retaliating against Disney and punishing them for exercising a constitutional right. He claimed that “Any action that supports those efforts simply to retaliate for a position Disney took sounds not just anti-business, but it sounds anti-Florida, and I’ll just leave it at that” Iger said it seems “really wrong” for DeSantis to punish and call out a company that loves and provides so much for the state of Florida “in the form of jobs and community service taxes... tourism, of course, and all sorts of other responsible business practices.” Igor pointed out the importance of Disney to Florida, and what the company bring to the table, with over 75,000 employees in Florida and the 50 million plus visitors they have brought to the state this year alone, including 8 million internationally. Igor went on to reveal that Disney is set to invest billions in Walt Disney World over the next 10 years, bringing thousands of new jobs to the area. The Disney CEO also pointed out that Disney is the largest taxpayer in the state. Only last week the unhappy Govenor ordered a criminal investigation into the deal that Disney openly made with the former Reedy Creek Improvement District that gave Disney maximum developmental power over its territory for the next 30 years. Of course, we are now seeing a push back from the governor who will not want to be seen as the man who got out-manouverd by Mickey Mouse! Last week DeSantis said “There’s a lot of little back-and-forths going on now with the state taking control, but rest assured, you know, you ain’t seen nothing yet,” telling a crowd in Smyrna, Georgia. “There’s more to come in that regard.” Read on for details... The Executive Office of the Governor shared the following letter from Governor DeSantis to Melinda Miguel, Chief Inspector General of the State of Florida outlining the ordered investigation: Dear Ms. Miguel: On February 27, 2023, I signed House Bill 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, which replaced the Disney-controlled Reedy Creek Improvement District (RCID) with a new Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), and appointed five new members to the CFTOD board. Recently, the new board members informed the public that they had uncovered that, immediately before the enactment of House Bill 9-B, the RCID Board of Supervisors attempted to enter into last-minute development and restrictive covenant agreements with Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. (Walt Disney World), designed to usurp the authority of the CFTOD board. These collusive and self-dealing arrangements aim to nullify the recently passed legislation, undercut Florida’s legislative process, and defy the will of Floridians. In addition, based on initial observations of counsel, the RCID board’s actions appear to suffer from serious legal infirmities, including, among other things, inadequate notice, lack of consideration, improper delegation of authority, and ethical violations, such as conflicts of interest and self-dealing. Therefore, pursuant to Section 14.32, Florida Statutes, I formally request that you, as the Chief Inspector General of the State of Florida, in consultation with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, launch a thorough review and investigation into the actions of the RCID Board of Supervisors described above. Such investigation should include analysis of the following: RCID’s adherence to applicable Florida civil and criminal laws and ethics requirements; The qualifications of RCID’s prior Board of Supervisors and the legal validity of their actions; The involvement of Walt Disney World employees and agents in the execution of RCID’s actions; Any financial gain or benefit derived by Walt Disney World as a result of RCID’s actions and RCID’s justification for such actions; All RCID board, employee, or agent communications related to RCID’s actions, including those with Walt Disney World employees and agents; and All RCID board, employee, or agent communications related to House Bill 9-B, Reedy Creek Improvement District, Orange, and Osceola Counties, and the CFTOD. Any legal or ethical violations should be referred to the appropriate authorities. Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. Last week, Christina Pushaw, of DeSantis’ rapid response team said "Governor DeSantis’ new board would not, and will not, allow Disney to give THEMSELVES unprecedented power over land (some of which isn’t even theirs!) for 30+ years" And we have seen the office of state Attorney General Ashley Moody swing into action, making an official request for the procurement of all pertinent records, emails, text messages, and other correspondences relevant to negotiations between the now-defunct Reedy Creek Improvement District and Disney. SO HOW DID DISNEY MANAGE TO PULL THE WOOL OVER THE GOVENORS EYES? On February. 8, 2023, as the Florida House was passing legislation to give DeSantis his new power, Reedy Creek’s board members signed a development agreement with Disney that allowed the company maximum developmental power over its territory for the next 30 years. According to the new board members of the Central Florida Tourism Oversight board, and their attorneys, Disney is allowed the maximum possible density and building heights inside Walt Disney World. Other property owners will need Disney’s permission to expand within the district, and they and Reedy Creek leaders will need to seek Disney’s approval if they made any aesthetic changes to their properties within the district. The district is also not allowed to permit advertisements of any companies that compete with ones that operate within Reedy Creek, board members said. “We lose control over everything other than to maintain the roads and maintain the infrastructure,” one board member said. It appears that board members only discovered the agreement after their appointments! Both they and their newly appointed attorneys called the agreement null and void. Particular focus was paid to one section that board members said locked in development rights of a particular parcel until 21 years after the death of the youngest current descendant of King Charles, or until Disney abandons the resort. Board members have hired multiple politically-connected law firms to represent them and analyze the agreement, and discussed bringing on as many as four different firms to battle the mighty Disney corporation as they desperately attempt to nullify the agreement. The new board are claiming that they will take the case to the United States Supreme Court if necessary, although backtracking on this, some board members said they hoped Disney executives and attorneys would be willing to reach a compromise before any legal action was taken... Disney then issued the following statement: “All agreements signed between Disney and the District were appropriate, and were discussed and approved in open, noticed public forums in compliance with Florida’s Government in the Sunshine law.” With both sides appearing to be gearing up for a legal battle. It’s unclear what further actions the DeSantis administration might take in response to Disney’s one-upmanship, but it's very clear that Gov DeSantis is not a happy man right 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. 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We all know that Orlando is one of the best places to live in the country, and now it's official, and the lucky folks living in the North Quarter neighborhood are the ones who are celebrating, all 1,445 of them according to the census! Niche, a website that connects people to their future schools, neighborhoods, and workplaces have compiled a list of the best neighborhoods to live in America and several neighborhoods in Florida made the list, with the North Quarter ranked as the fifth-best neighborhood to live in America. As the name suggests, the North Quarter begins at the northern edge of downtown Orlando and extends to the Ivanhoe Village Main Street District. Its location, book-ended by the Central Business District to the south and Lake Ivanhoe to the north, enables residents and businesses to experience the best of urban access and village vibe, as well as immediate access to I-4. The North Quarter District is home to a blend of restaurants, professional office towers, apartment buildings, small businesses, and an eclectic mix of single family homes used as residences and as small business headquarters. The North Quarter received an A+ rating for its overall Niche grade and an A- for its public school rating. As for the rest of the Niche 2023 Best Neighborhoods to Live in America, top of the list honors went to Colonial Village in Arlington, VA, with the Hyde Park neighborhood in Spanishtown Creek in Tampa ranked as the second-best neighborhood to live in America. Harbour Island in Tampa also ranked as the sixth-best place, while Audubon Park in Orlando ranked as the 11th best neighborhood 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.

What’s up for Easter, Doc? Guests at Florida’s largest indoor attraction can pay a visit to everyone’s favorite fast-talking rabbit in the Orlando Auto Museum on I-Drive and receive a special treat for the kids. If meeting the Easter Bunny at the mall is too scary for your little one, the Orlando Auto Museum has the perfect, family-friendly activity for guests this spring. The country’s largest auto museum is home to Jay Ohrberg’s Bugs Bunny tribute vehicle featuring the rascally rabbit speeding away with a giant carrot. The museum also showcases a large figurine of the world’s most famous bunny next to the car to create an “eggciting” and unique photo op for Easter. In celebration of the holiday, every child’s ticket purchased on-site for the Orlando Auto Museum will come with an Easter egg filled with a surprise treat for kids. Tickets for children ages four to 12 are $20.95 and adult tickets can be purchased for $29.95. The Orlando Auto Museum also offers discounted tickets for seniors and military personnel at $23.95 and free entrance for children under four years old. With over 2,000 vehicles worth more than $200 million, there’s plenty to explore in the museum after visitors capture their family photo. Children and teens will love taking selfies with vehicles made famous by television shows and movies like “Scooby Doo,” “Batman,” “Spiderman,” “Ghostbusters,” “Back to The Future,” “Fast & Furious” and “Mad Max.” If guests are looking for more family fun this Easter weekend, they can hop to Dezerland Action Park’s other attractions including a 30,000-square-foot trampoline park, Gamrz Delight and Pinball Palace, Florida's longest indoor go-kart track with four skill and speed levels and more. There are also dishes from a variety of cuisines available in the food hall and sweet treats at Glida Ice Cream Shop and MILK The House of Cereal. Entrance to Dezerland Action Park is always free, and guests can load credits onto a Play Card to access many of the entertainment center’s attractions. Entrance to the Orlando Auto Museum and gameplay at Gamrz Delight and Pinball Palace must be purchased separately. To learn more about Dezerland Action Park, visit their website. 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. Contact Us

Easter has arrived at Island H20 Water Park in Kissimmee, and everyone is invited to hop on over and enjoy their Easter Egg-Stravaganza. Starting this Saturday, April 8, and every Saturday and Sunday in April, guests visiting the park can enjoy all the amazing slides and attractions at Island H20 while they search for hidden Easter Eggs which are packed with prizes, including vouchers for food or beverages at the park, park merchandise and park tickets. So get ready to enjoy Easter with over 20 unique attractions at Orlando's most immersive and technologically-advanced water park, including exhilarating drop slides and relaxing wave pools, and you might even meet the Easter Bunny! Island H20's Easter Egg-Stravaganza is included with regular park admission, with a 1 day pass priced at $59.99 per adult and $49.99 for children or seniors. The best option if you are a local, or a visitor who is coming to the area often, is a season pass which gets you unlimited visits for the entire season, and right now Island H20 have great deal, with season passes on sale for only $69.99. Plus, you don't need to pay it all up front, you can pay $13.99 per month for five months! For more information on the Easter Egg-Stravaganza and to buy tickets, visit the Island H2O Water Park website. Guests visiting Island H20, which is located next to Margaritaville Resort Orlando and The Promenade at Sunset Walk on Highway 192, will discover a new feature for the 2023 season.and all-new Instagrammable pop up “Selfie Spot Beach.” This is a limited time experience to capture the perfect Spring photo and share on your socials! The popular Kissimmee water park features more than 20 experiences, including several exhilarating drop slides, a lazy river, a wave pool, and a children’s area to ensure fun for the whole family. Already for 2023, Island H20 have revealed a fun filled year of limited time events including dive in movies, foam parties and more, which you can check out here. Island H2O offers refreshing family fun, enjoy a journey on a lazy river, float in a wave pool, splash in an area for kids, play together in an interactive splash zone, challenge body and tube slides, compete on racing slides, take a spin on giant raft rides, and relax in the adult pool or a private cabana. The park offers a choice of comfortable cabanas, you can choose from three luxury cabana options, Standard, Cabana Suite, and Adult. Team members provide full service to cabana guests. Enjoy everything from a tasty frozen beverage to an entire meal in your cabana. Cabanas include a mini-fridge with with 4 bottles of water, a safe, charging station, a table, chairs, and chaise loungers. For more details on Island H20 Water Park check out their website. 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.

Wonderful news from Walt Disney World, as cultural representatives have returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge for the first time since the worldwide COVID-19 lockdown. The Disney International Program was understandably suspended when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020. Cast from across the resort recently gathered to celebrate the Cultural Representatives highly anticipated return with lively music and dancing in the lobby of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. Over the last few weeks, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge has been welcoming back cultural representatives from various countries across Sub-Saharan Africa who are once again connecting guests to the magic of this one-of-a-kind resort for the first time since before the pandemic. As part of the special one-year Disney International Program, these cast members help create authentic experiences and immerse guests in the diversity of their home countries through a combination of cultural and conservation focused activities available at the resort. Along with playing an important role in our storytelling at Walt Disney World Resort, the cultural representatives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge support Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment team by inspiring guests of all ages to care for animals and the world we share. Here are just a few ways you can connect with this special group of cast members and learn more about their personal stories: Immerse Yourself in the Music of the Savanna With their warm smiles and passion for creating magical experiences, these beloved cultural representatives bring so much light and joy to the resort. To celebrate their highly anticipated return, I had the pleasure of joining our Walt Disney World Ambassador, Ali Manion, in an exciting activity to learn more about the role of music in African culture. Check out the video below for a closer look at how the resort lobby came alive with music and dancing. Visit Savanna Overlooks to Observe and Appreciate Wildlife While some participants are eager to begin their first Disney International Program and others have been longing to return to create even more distinctly-Disney magic, all share an energetic excitement to interact with guests and cast from across the globe. Be sure to visit one of the four savanna overlooks across Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge during your stay and meet some of the cultural representatives who can share first-hand knowledge about some of the over 200 hoofed animals and birds who call the Lodge home. “I’m so happy to be back at this beautiful place where I can share so much about where I come from, which is something I’m passionate about,” said Ntandoyenkosi Mngomezulu, a participant on her second program who will be working as a savanna guide at the resort. You can find Ntandoyenkosi sharing some of her immense knowledge of the beautiful flamingos in one of many interactive animal activities. “I get to teach guests more about wildlife behavior and conservation, two other subjects I’m passionate about, so it’s really fun to get to do what I love.” Discover the Natural Wonders and Diversity of Sub-Saharan Africa In addition to teaching guests on the savanna, cultural representatives are available to greet guests as they enter the lobby and share insight into everything the resort has to offer while also exchanging information about their home countries. “Did you know South Africa is the only country in Africa that borders six other countries, and we have 11 official languages?” Naledi Nala, a returning participant, excitedly asked me during the welcome back celebration. “I love sharing everything I can about South Africa with our guests who have an interest in listening and learning,” she said. “I can’t wait for everybody to come to Animal Kingdom Lodge and experience the warm welcome of South Africa and African cultural reps.” From learning about the role of music in African culture (maybe even trying out an instrument yourself) to learning about animal behaviors and different ecosystems of regions across Africa, there are plenty of ways you can discover the natural wonders, wildlife, and cultural diversity these cultural representatives have to share. “For me, having these cast members here feels like we’re bringing the heart of the Lodge experience back,” said Jordan “Baz” Baszner, an education manager at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge who has worked closely with cultural representatives for many years. “It’s amazing how excited the guests are to join them in these activities, and I’m inspired by the positive impact they’ve been making for guests and fellow cast members in less than a week since their return,” he shared. We are all so excited for you to meet these cast members and learn more about the diverse countries they represent! 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. Contact Us

If you've ever been to a music festival you will know how amazing they can be, nothing comes close to a live stage production, singing along toyour favorite music with your friends, the experience of screaming the lyrics at the top of your lungs with hundreds, maybe thousands of people is hard to beat! It's that atmosphere of being as one with thousands of like-minded fans and experiencing something together, is magical... Well almost... the downside? Sleeping in your car, or a field, and the absolute worst thing about a festival is standing in line for a none too clean Porta Potty! The solution? Dirtybird CampINN, the ultimate music festival experience merged with a full resort takeover, right here in Orlando, on I-Drive!! Grab your bags and pack your best Dirtybird gear, as the third edition of Dirtybird CampINN, the ultimate music festival experience merged with a full resort takeover returns to Orlando! Dirtybird CampINN is taking over the Wyndham Orlando Resort on I-Drive from June 8 - June 11 2023, and its not just live music, enjoy nonstop tomfoolery including a casino, bingo, drag shows, talent shows and twerk competitions, this is the celebration you don’t want to miss. Come soak in the sun and splash into the weekend at Bird Bath stage, or if you want to feel the heat and let your groove flow at Lava Lab. Take a cool down from the dance floor and enjoy some fun shows at Claude’s Cove! The first round of headliners for this years Dirtybird CampINN have been announced with an awesome lineup of DJs and live performers including Alix Perez, Barclay Crenshaw, Blacklizt,, Green Velvet, Griz (DSJ Set), J. Worra, Kyle Watson, Liquid Stranger, Liquid Stranger, Of The Trees, Tina, VNSSA, and Walker & Royce. Plus, there is 30+ performers yet to be announced! Tickets and rooms, yes lovely, comfortable rooms, with amazing beds and clean facilities are available right now on the official website. 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 all the fun of the fair, as the 102nd Lake County Fair gets underway in Eustis. Taking place at the Lake County Fairgrounds, the fair kicks off today, Thursday, April 6 and runs through until Saturday, April 15. This years entertainment includes live music from Them Sweeney Boys, The Fearless Flores Thrill Show, Fritzy Brothers One Man Circus, Brad Matchett; Comedy Hypnotist, and of course this year sees the return of Robinson's Racing Pigs! As always the fair includes livestock, competitions, displays, vendors, food and more. The midway at the Lake County Fair features rides, food and fun from Orlando's James E Strates Shows who are celebrating their 100th Birthday at this years fair. You can join in the celebrations on Sunday, April 9 with 100 minutes of FREE RIDES, starting at 1pm. Free with PAID gate admission to the Lake County Fair. If you’re looking for ways to save…grab one a Lake County Fair MEGA PASS! MEGA PASSES are available NOW at all United Southern Bank Branches and online. This is the BEST DEAL around...$30 each; includes fair admission and an unlimited rideband good for any day of the Fair. Get your tickets on-line and skip the line! Not interested in a MEGA PASS... Discounted Single Day Admission and individual Ridebands are available on the website. 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. Contact Us

B Resort & Spa within the Disney Springs Resort Area are celebrating Easter at the resort's signature restaurant, American Kitchen Bar & Grill on Easter Sunday, April 9, 2023, from noon to 4 pm. The Easter Brunch buffet is the perfect way to celebrate Easter Sunday with family and friends here in Orlando. Menu items include: Cabernet & Rosemary-roasted Sirloin, served au jus Applewood Smoked Pork Loin, served with Granny Smith Apple Chutney Applewood Smoked Bacon French Toast Country-Style Biscuits & Gravy Roasted Heirloom Potatoes Fresh-baked Bagels, Breads and Rolls Imported & Domestic Charcuterie Fine Cheese Board Fresh-cut Seasonal Fruit Garden Salad Seasonal Root Vegetables Chef’s Choice of Assorted Seasonal Treats Fresh-baked Pastries American Kitchen Bar & Grill welcomes visitors to enjoy this egg-cellent curated menu on April 9, 2023, from noon to 4 p.m. Adults of legal drinking age are welcome to add the B Bubbly Enhancement to their dining experience for $15++, which provides bottomless mimosas. Adults can enjoy the Easter Brunch menu for $55++ per person and children under age 10 for $18++ per person. Prices are subject to applicable tax and 18% gratuity. B Resort & Spa, is a boutique hotel experience that offers a mix of modern sophistication and playful, family-friendly fun. Located in the Disney Springs Area, this luxurious resort boasts 394 stylishly appointed guestrooms and suites featuring floor-to-ceiling windows offering stunning views of the area’s lakes, theme parks and evening fireworks celebrations. The resort features a unique blend of modern amenities and chic sophistication catering to discerning travelers looking for a refreshing escape and convenient access to Walt Disney World with complimentary shuttle transportation. For more information check out the B Resort & Spa's website. 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.

Walt Disney World have announced that the hourly rate of pay for the Disney College Program is increasing. Beginning June 4, all Disney College Program participants will receive a starting hourly rate of $16, an increase of two dollars per hour. This increase will apply to participants currently on the program and any future participants. For more about the program and to apply, click here. 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. Contact Us

Earlier this week, Melbourne Orlando International Airport teased an announcement today, Thursday, April 6. "Watch this space! We’ve got an exciting announcement coming this Thursday!" airport officials proclaimed on Facebook and Twitter. Now we know what the big announcement is! Say hello Avelo! Avelo Airlines will be offering nonstop service to New Haven, Connecticut and Raleigh/Durham, North Carolina from Melbourne International Airport from June 21 this year. Avelo Airlines today announced exclusive nonstop service from Melbourne Orlando International Airport (MLB) to New Haven, Connecticut and Raleigh / Durham, North Carolina. Avelo will be the only airline offering nonstop flights between Florida’s Space Coast and these two cities, bringing more affordable, convenient and reliable air service to the region. Avelo will begin twice-weekly nonstop service to Southern Connecticut’s most convenient airport, Tweed-New Haven Airport (HVN) on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting June 21 and service to Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) on Mondays and Fridays starting June 23. Both routes will operate on Boeing Next-Generation 737 aircraft. Introductory one-way fares to HVN start at $49 and one-way fares to RDU start at $29. Customers can make reservations at AveloAir.com. Avelo Airlines Chairman and CEO Andrew Levy said, “Melbourne – it’s time to say hello to Avelo! We look forward to introducing Florida’s Space Coast to Avelo’s low fares, industry-leading reliability and caring service. With hometown airport access to Southern Connecticut and North Carolina’s Research Triangle, travel from MLB is now easier than ever. With the exclusive nonstop routes, it is also now easy for Southern Connecticut and Research Triangle-area residents to experience all that Melbourne has to offer.” MLB Executive Director Greg Donovan, A.A.E. said, “We are so excited to welcome Avelo to MLB. Avelo is an outstanding new brand that delivers value and dependability for our travelers. We believe these routes will be incredibly popular, both within our Space Coast community and with visitors to Florida. Our airport is enthusiastic to offer this new, nonstop service connecting Connecticut, North Carolina, and central Florida. What a great opportunity to land a great service with amazing ticket prices combined with unparalleled convenience.” Space Coast Office of Tourism Executive Director Peter Cranis said, “We are extremely excited about Avelo coming to the Space Coast. This opens up two great markets for us and is hopefully just the beginning of a great long-term partnership with them.” Melbourne International Airport has seen huge growth since last year when UK airline TUI switched from flying tourists from the United Kingdom into Sanford Airport to Melbourne. Melbourne's total number of incoming and departing passengers rocketed from 372,287 in 2021 to 701,257 in 2022!! This year, airport officials predict an even higher amount of passengers, with a record-breaking total of 850,000 incoming and departing passengers. The airport is also seeing much redevelopment of its facilities, mainly due to the addition of the TUI flights from the UK, including a $72 million passenger terminal expansion-renovation designed to handle aircraft as large as TUI's Boeing 787 Dreamliners. 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. Contact Us

Dinosaurs are back in downtown Orlando! Don't panic, Dinosaurs at Leu Gardens is a new event that's coming to thrill, enthral, and entertain kids of all ages at Orlando's Leu Gardens Dinosaurs at Leu Gardens is an amazing outdoor exhibit of prehistoric creatures that will inhabit the gardens from April 8 – July 9, 2023. Explore the the 50-acre gardens to discover some of the most feared creatures on the planet. Featuring over 20 life-size dinosaurs ranging in size from 14 inches to a massive 33 ft. Daspletosaurus, cousin to the T-Rex. Come to Leu Gardens and discover what life was like millions of years ago when dinosaurs roamed the earth. Admission to the Dinosaur Invasion exhibit is included with a daytime garden admission which can be purchased at the Welcome Center when you arrive or online. A special dinosaur map will guide you to all the dinosaurs. Please allow 1-2 hours to find all the dinosaurs. No entry after 4:00 p.m. 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.