Cypress Gardens Photo Update for July 13, 2008
I don’t make it down to Cypress Gardens as often as I’d like to, even though it’s just a 45-minute drive from the Disney area. The last time I visited was last December, so quite a few things have changed. Here’s what I noticed during my day. Some musicians…
New cirque act debuts at Cypress Gardens
The Royal Palm Theater in Cypress Gardens has reopened its doors to an amazing acrobatic act – Cypress Cirque. The show begins with n amazing hula-hoop act (below) where the performer starts with balancing one hoop and gradually adds more hoops for a slinky-like effect. A demonstration of strength…
New grand marshal vehicle debuts with Mickey tires
A new grand marshal vehicle has debuted in the Magic Kingdom with a uniquely Disney touch – Mickey Mouse tread designs on all four tires and the spare tire attached to the rear. The new car now carries guests of honor down the park’s daily parade route in grand…
Brendan Fraser Makes Appearance, Takes Questions at Universal Studios Orlando
Movie star Brendan Fraser made a public appearance in front of The Revenge of The Mummy attraction at Universal Studios Orlando on July 11, 2008 to help promote the new third installment of The Mummy series of movies entitled, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emporer. To find out…
See My Family's Got GUTS TV tapings at Universal Studios
GUTS, the original hit game show from the 1990s, is being recreated for a new generation of families as Nick at Nite debuts My Family’s Got GUTS. This new competition TV series will bring families together where every member of the team – from the smallest to the strongest…
Beat the heat for a good cause in the first Cypress Gardens Float-A-Thon
What better way to cool off in the summer time and give to a good cause than taking a float on Paradise River at Cypress Gardens Splash Island at the Inaugural Cypress Gardens Paradise River Float-A-Thon? The event takes place from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, July 19…

