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magnumholmes Jun 22nd, 2008 12:05 PM

One night in Orlando-- What should we do?
 
Just looking for suggestions for the first night we are in Orlando. We-- there are four of us and all are over 18 but do not drink or party-- are wanting ideas for something to do after our plane arrives at 4:55 p.m.

We thought about going to a Tampa Bay Rays game, but the timing is bad. The game starts at 7:10 and the way I drive and with us not being able to get out of the rental car place at the earliest 5:30, there's no way I could get there with me driving only the speed limit and it being rush hour.

So, do you have any other suggestions? We would prefer not to stay at the condo we have rented for the week.

And we have tickets for the other seven days, so we're covered there. We just want to know somethign for the one night.

Thanks

magnumholmes Jun 22nd, 2008 12:05 PM

Sorry. My post didn't show up the first time so I did it again.

I didn't mean to double post it.

Orlando_Vic Jun 22nd, 2008 12:28 PM

We need to know what time of year will you be coming. This is very important. Do you have exact dates?


Also, any specific likes and dislikes in activities. I assume spectator sports is high on your list. How about museums? Any other preferences?

sylvia3 Jun 22nd, 2008 02:05 PM

If you will be getting Universal passes, parking is free after 5:30, the lights are on, the rides are running, and it can be a lot of fun.

magnumholmes Jun 22nd, 2008 06:13 PM

It will be in a couple of weeks.

We can get by with almost anything from amusement parks (although that's oretty much what we will be doing for the week starting the second day) to nightly shows like Arabian Nights (we already have tickets for this though on another night) and the like.

Yes, spectator sports would be high on my list.

Orlando_Vic Jun 22nd, 2008 07:14 PM

An airboat <http://www.bcairboats.com/> ride might appeal to you, and because it would be evening, your chances of seeing our Florida "state reptile" would be greater.

panhandle Jun 22nd, 2008 08:58 PM

How about a little thrill to get you all going? The Worlds tallest skycoaster is a blast sure to get the job done.(similar to bungie and this one has an incredible amount of free fall!
We have done this every trip to Orlando and love it every time.
http://www.skycoaster.cc/
There are youtube videos as well.


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