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Gaylord Palms to Shrek the Halls at this year’s Ice! exhibit – Many other DreamWorks Animation events planned

Sightings of a lion, panda, penguins and a large cat were reported at the Gaylord Palms Resort yesterday, but guests need not panic. It was Christmas in July as DreamWorks Animation characters made an appearance at the hotel to help announce their part in this year’s holiday season at the resort.

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‘The Thing’ movie to become basis for haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights 21

“The Thing” makes its return to the big screen this fall and to Halloween Horror Nights 21 in the form of one of the haunted houses. In 2007, Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights featured a house called “The Thing: Assimilation”. This year “The Thing” will be based on Universal Pictures’ upcoming thriller.

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Ready to try your luck at Halloween Horror Nights 2011?

Feeling lucky punk? It’s year 21 for halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando so this year’s theme seems to be all about luck and chance. Universal has updated their Halloween Horror Nights website and tickets are now on sale for the event, which runs on 25 nights from Sept. 23 to Oct. 31, 2011. Here’s…

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A look at what Orlando’s theme parks have planned for July 4, 2011

Central Florida’s theme parks will be crowded on the Fourth of July. In fact, Orlando was named the number one destination for the July 4 Weekend by Travelocity. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun watching the special events and fireworks shows. Here’s what each theme park is planning for Independence Day.

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Celebration Town Center to commemorate 4th of July with an ’80s prom

“A Flashback 4th of July” will send the town of Celebration back in time to the ’80s and feature a costume contest, a concert by A Flock of Seagulls, a fireworks show set to ’80s musical hits, and an interactive Kids Zone. Additional music will be offered by KattyShack and the Dixieland Jazz Band.

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Busy days bring out some rarely seen attractions at Universal Orlando

It’s a great week and a not-so-great week to visit Universal Orlando’s two theme parks. It’s not-so-great because with Easter and spring break, it’s one of the busiest weeks of the year. But it’s a great time to visit if you’d like to see some extra entertainment and attractions that aren’t usually in operation. Here’s…