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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 12:05 PM
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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.

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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 12:05 PM
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Sorry. My post didn't show up the first time so I did it again.

I didn't mean to double post it.
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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 12:28 PM
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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?
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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 02:05 PM
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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.
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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 06:13 PM
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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.
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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 07:14 PM
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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.
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Old Jun 22nd, 2008 | 08:58 PM
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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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