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SeaWorld Orlando Launches Black Friday Deals

11/17/2021

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Save up to 60% on Tickets and Fun Cards during SeaWorld Orlando’s Black Friday sale taking place for a limited time November 15 through November 26
Just in time for the holiday season, SeaWorld is offering unbeatable deals and great low pricing during the 2021 Black Friday sale, beginning November 15th. Save on tickets, Passes, Fun Cards, upgrades and more!

Guests can take advantage of these unbeatable offers during SeaWorld’s Black Friday sale November 15 through November 26!
  • Save up to $35 on Annual Passes  Save up to $35 on SeaWorld Orlando Annual Passes during the Black Friday Sale. Passes start at $135, or $11.25 per month for Florida residents (+ tax and fees). SeaWorld Pass Members can enjoy a variety of benefits like free parking, in-park discounts, free tickets for friends, monthly rewards and more.
 
  • Save over 30% on 2022 Fun Cards Guests can purchase a SeaWorld Orlando 2022 Fun Card and get the rest of 2021 for free! During the Black Friday Sale, it’s only $84.99 (+ tax and fees), regularly $127.99! You also have the option of a SeaWorld and Aquatica Fun Card for only $125.99 (+ tax and fees), regularly $181.98. Note: Fun Cards have several block out dates on admission, and do not come with any of the benefits that Annual Passes have.
 
  • Save over 60% on Tickets For guests looking to visit for a single-day or just a few days, the SeaWorld Orlando Black Friday 2021 sale has savings on tickets up to 60% off the regular prices. A single-day ticket is available for as low as $49.99 (+ tax and fees), a savings of up to $68 off the gate price. A two-park ticket for Busch Gardens and SeaWorld Orlando is available for as low as $79.99 (+ tax and fees). Additional add-on options for All-Day Dining and Quick-Queue are also available for the single-day ticket option.
 
  • Buy One, Get One 50% Off All-Day Dining Deal Buy one All-Day Dining Deal at regular price ($44.99) and get one at 50% off ($22.49) as part of the SeaWorld Orlando Black Friday 2021 Sale! The deal allows one entree, side or dessert, and select non-alcoholic beverage per hour at participating restaurants.
 
  • Save 50% Off Select Tours Guests can save up to 50% on select animal tours on select dates. There are limited spaces available for each tour, so book as soon as possible to make sure you get your preferred date.

  • Save $75 on Summer Day Camps Guests can save $75 on SeaWorld Orlando's summer day camps which offer fun, quality educational experiences along with superior safety standards and low counselor-to-camper ratios.
 
  • Save 50% of Quick Queue Unlimited and Reserved Seating Guests can save up to 50% on Quick Queue products on select dates which allow visitors to skip-the-line on some of SeaWorld’s most popular attractions including the ALL-NEW Ice Breaker, opening February 2022.
 
Additional offers include:
  • Buy one Dine with Orca experience, get one 50% off on select dates.
  • Save up to 30% off Christmas Dinner with Santa or Breakfast with Sesame on select dates.
  • Buy five (10 punch) Christmas Lanyards for the price of four
  • Pass Member Exclusive: Buy four All-Day Dining Deals for $125.
I am a Seaworld blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.
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Craft Beer Festival Returns to SeaWorld Orlando this Fall with Fresh Pours, Gourmet Bites, and a Few New Craft Beer Dinner Series Starting August 13th!

8/7/2021

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Each weekend, park guests can toast delicious brews while enjoying award-winning attractions and entertainment at SeaWorld’s open-air festival every Friday – Sunday beginning August 13.
Just in time for International Beer Day, the park voted #1 amusement park in the USA by the USA Today 10Best Reader’s Poll, is serving up an incredible party for craft beer lovers! SeaWorld’s Craft Beer Festival features more than 100 crafts brews, wines, seltzers, and cocktails. Guests can sample an unbeatable mix of domestic and local Florida favorites, plus savor more than 20 food items expertly paired to match their preferred brew. And to top it all off, festive entertainment will keep the party going all day long. This is the one craft beer celebration guests won’t want to miss. The fun is brewing Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays, plus Labor Day, August 13 – September 12 only at SeaWorld.
 
New This Year! Craft Beer Festival Dinner Series 
Guests can enhance their Craft Beer Festival experience and attend an exclusive craft beer dinner on select festival evenings. Featuring seventeen favorite Florida local and national breweries and distilleries, attendees will enjoy a welcome reception with specialty craft beverages and small bites, followed by a signature four-course dinner complemented with brewery-selected beers and spirits. Presenting breweries will host a “beer-talk” and interact with guests throughout the evening. Hosted in the private Reef Room at Sharks Underwater Grill, this exclusive ticketed event is the ultimate celebration of craft brews fit for both the “craft-beer connoisseur” and the “craft-brew curious” fan.
 
2021 Craft Beer Festival Dinner Series Dates:
  • Saturday, August 14                       Funky Buddha, Oakland Park, FL
  • Sunday, August 15                          Big Storm Brewing Co., Orlando, FL
  • Friday, August 20                            Crooked Can Brewing Co., Winter Garden, FL
  • Saturday, August 21                       Orange Blossom Brewing, Orlando, FL
  • Sunday, August 22                          Wicked Weed Brewing, Asheville, NC
  • Friday, August 27                            Sam Adams, Boston, MA
  • Saturday, August 28                       Ivanhoe Park Brewing Co., Orlando, FL
  • Sunday, August 29                          South Beach Brewing Co., Miami, FL
  • Friday, September 3                       JDub's Brewing Co., Orlando, FL
  • Saturday, September 4                 Persimmon Hollow Brewing, Orlando, FL
  • Sunday, September 5                    Alcatraz Brewing, Lakeland, FL
  • Friday, September 10                    Sierra Nevada Brewing, Chico, CA
  • Saturday, September 11               Elysian Brewing, Seattle, WA
  • Sunday, September 12                  Signature Series: Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Versailles, KY
 
Bonus Dates:
  • Friday, September 17             Cigar City Brewing, Tampa, FL
  • Saturday, September 18 Signature Series: Yuengling featuring Sheryl  Yuengling, Pottsville, PA
  • Sunday, September 19          Signature Series: Jack Daniel's Family, Lynchburg, TN
 
Theme Park Pub Grub for Every Palette!
SeaWorld Orlando’s Craft Beer Festival features 20+ specialty dishes for guests to discover and pair with their new favorite craft brew, frozen cocktail, or non-alcoholic beverage. Guests can explore an array of flavors with brand-new festival fare, including: NEW! Beer Battered Popcorn Rock Shrimp paired with Kraft Heinz™ Four Pepper Ranch
  • NEW! Crispy Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
  • NEW! Stout Glazed Tuna Lollipop with Daikon & Wakami Slaw & Wasabi Aioli
  • NEW! Smoked Brisket Kraft Heinz™ Creamy White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
  • NEW! Beer & Cheese Stuffed Beef Sliders with Pickled Mayo and Ale BBQ Sauce

​To explore what’s “on tap” and “on the table”, explore our full event menu & guide: https://seaworld.com/orlando/events/craft-beer-festival/menus/
 
Savor and save with a Craft Beer Festival Tasting Lanyard! 
For the best value to taste a variety of food and drink offerings, guests can purchase a Craft Beer Fest Sampler Lanyard, starting at only $50.00. Pass Members get an exclusive offer: 15 items for the same price as a 12-item Sampler (that’s 3 bonus samples)! 
 
For all alcohol purchases, including sampler lanyard redemption for alcoholic items, guests must be 21 years of age or older to be served. 
 
Not into Beer? No fear! Enjoy festival cuisine, frozen cocktails & mocktails, live music and more! 
Beyond the brews, SeaWorld offers plenty of delicious options for everyone to enjoy at the Craft Beer Festival this year. From delectable bourbon tastings to chilling frozen cocktails and seltzers, satisfying refreshment is abundantly available in every corner of the park.  Several festival locations feature non-alcoholic beverage options as well. 
 
Best Way to Play:
Now through August 15, SeaWorld is offering a BOGO 50% Off Sale! Guests can buy one, get one 50% off on single- or multi-day tickets. And for guests looking for the best perks during Craft Beer Festival and all of SeaWorld’s special events throughout the year, get a SeaWorld Annual Pass with great benefit options including free parking, free guest tickets and more. Annual Passes start as low as $12 per month for a limited time.
 
For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets and passes, visit SeaWorldOrlando.com. Events and times are subject to change. Follow SeaWorld Orlando on Facebook, Instagram and the SeaWorld Orlando Blog for the latest park updates and information.
 
The safety of our guests, Ambassadors and animals in our care remains our top priority. Consistent with CDC guidance, we recommend that our guests wear face coverings while indoors. 
​I am a Seaworld blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.
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SUPPORT LOCAL - Fierce Body Fitness, LLC

7/30/2021

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Happy end of July Orlando Millennial Readers! WOW!  Time has flown this year! I hope that everyone has been enjoying their summer, perhaps relaxing, maybe trying out some of the local or small businesses that I have been sharing with you all, perhaps traveling. For me it has been a somewhat busy summer as I had shoulder surgery early June so it has been a lot of physical therapy. Plus, being a teacher, the summer time is my time to catch up on doctor's appointments and any other things that I can't do during the school year.  But back to what you came here for - my next feature in the Support Local Businesses section! This business features fierce local entrepreneur, Samantha of Fierce Body Fitness, LLC!  I'll let you learn more below:

What is the name of your business?

Fierce Body Fitness, LLC

What type of business is it - what do you offer?
I offer Personal Training for females -  Strength Training and HIIT Training.  I offer training at my clients home, where I bring my equipment and also I have my own facility right in Horizon West, Winter Garden. I only travel to Winter Garden and Windermere. When a client signs up I give them a business card which states on there if they have a friend who signs up for a package, then my client that is already established gets a free session.
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What made you get into this? What is your favorite part about what you do?
Born and raised in NYC, I have always been into fitness! Whether it was going for walks or jogging in Central Park, going to the gym to workout, or just taking the bicycle out, I was always active.  Not only is it about fitness for me, but its about my clients and to help them to become healthier and stronger. It's a lifestyle change, there's no going back!   I'm all about changing lives!  
What else would you like to share with us? 
I offer free consultations where we discuss what their daily routines are, their goals, nutrition, pricing, schedules, a health questionnaire, and any questions that they might have.  

Where can we find out more?
Website:  www.fiercebody-fitness.com 
Instagram:  fierce_body_fitness 
Phone# 407-561-3777
Google: Fierce Body Fitness, Winter Garden, FL 

Personal message from The Orlando Millennial: Michelle here!  I have not personally had the chance to work with Samantha at Fierce Body Fitness, LLC - YET!  Unfortunately, I'm currently recovering from shoulder surgery, but I am hoping to visit with her once that is squared away.  I do recommend checking out her social media, contacting her, and helping support this local boss babe!  If you do, be sure to let us know how much you loved working with Samantha in the comments for our other readers! Thanks for reading!
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SUPPORT LOCAL - Atlas Bakehouse

7/2/2021

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Irish Cream Cruffin
If you aren't hungry, you are about to be with my newest feature in the Support Local Businesses Section of The Orlando Millennial!  If you've been following my Instagram over the past few months, then you've probably seen pictures of some of these delectable treats that are made right in the Horizon West area of Central Florida!  Well, now it is time to learn more about the amazing cottage bakery that makes these amazing pastries - Atlas Bakehouse!

What is the name of your business?
Atlas Bakehouse

What type of business is it - what do you offer?
We are a home-based cottage bakery in Winter Garden, Florida, with a passion for small-batch, hand-crafted baked goods and pastries. 
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Blueberry Rose Scone
How long has Atlas Bakehouse been around?
We began working on our concept in August 2020 and began baking in October 2020, and it has been incredible to see how much our little cottage bakery has grown since then.

What made you decide to create a business in your home?   
​In 2016, we moved back home to Central Florida to begin our family, and when I left the workforce in June 2020 to stay home with our two children, I decided to take a chance on starting a home-based cottage bakery to put my baking passion and skills into practice. The bakery has been an incredible blessing to our family – allowing me to stay home with our two children while doing something that I absolutely love on a flexible schedule.
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What has been your favorite part about starting this business? 
Seeing the joy that hand-made baked goods and pastries brings to our family, our friends, our neighbors, and our customers has truly been a silver lining of this difficult past year and makes the long bake nights worth it. We enjoy trying new spins on classic baked goods and incorporate seasonal fruits or flavors – one of the greatest compliments we have received from customers is how our pastries and croissants remind them of those in Paris.
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Hazelnut Pain au Chocolat
Do you think you will continue this business in your home or do you ever think about opening up a brick and mortar shop in the future?
For the near future, we plan to remain a home-based bakery, but we hope to one day move into a commercial production kitchen and eventually a brick and mortar shop as our kids grow. We are operating much more efficiently and quickly than during those first few weeks, which has allowed us to bake more goods and meet ever-growing customer demand while still operating out of our home.
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Everything Bagel Croissant
Where can we find out more on how to order or what you are offering for the week?
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To keep in the loop on our bake day schedule and pre-order information, be sure to follow us on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/atlasbakehouse), Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/atlasbakehouse/), and bookmark our website (www.atlasbakehouse.com), where you can sign up for our monthly newsletters.
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Brown Butter White Chocolate Macadamia Nut Cookie

​Personal message from The Orlando Millennial:
 Michelle here!  Thank you for reading this installment of Support Local section!  I am very happy to be letting the community know about Atlas Bakehouse!  This little at-home cottage bakery is a gem in our community!  Definitely be sure to check out their website and social media to learn about when you can place an order, since it is NOT a daily thing!  They have started to offer mini-bakes too! You don't want to miss out on trying these delicious pastries! Be sure to tell us in the comments what your favorite treat from Atlas Bakehouse is once you try them!

Know a local business that you think should be featured next? Or own one yourself?  Please have them fill out this form HERE!
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Electric Ocean Heats Up as the Park Begins Fireworks Every Night at Seaworld Orlando

6/21/2021

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SeaWorld’s Fireworks Spectacular Ignite to take place nightly beginning at SeaWorld June 18, plus extra Fireworks on July 4 weekend!

SeaWorld nightly fireworks began this past weekend on June 18th, and run through August 8, plus select nights through September 6. Additional July 4 fireworks shows taking place July 2-4.

DETAILS:
Ignite:  Surf the wave to a whole new level with Ignite, a fireworks and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above the park. The fireworks can be seen from all around SeaWorld’s large central lake, including from Bayside Stadium, The Waterfront, and the Orca Encounter Pathway. Showtime is at 10 p.m. during Electric Ocean evenings.  

July 4 Fireworks:  Enjoy three nights of fireworks this Fourth of July weekend! Bring your family and friends for festivities beginning at 10 p.m. on Friday, July 2, Saturday, July 3, and Sunday, July 4, weather permitting.  All three nights will feature our fireworks spectacular "Ignite" at 10 p.m. followed by a patriotic fireworks finale at 11:30 p.m. Guests can also enjoy extended hours at Club Sea Glow until 11:30 p.m. Details and reserved seating options are available here: www.seaworldorlando.com/july4 

Both fireworks performances can be viewed from all around SeaWorld's large central lake, including the Orca Encounter Pathway, The Waterfront, or Bayside Stadium.
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​I am a Seaworld blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own
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SUPPORT LOCAL - Right Angle Photography and Right Angle Boudoir

6/9/2021

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Photo by Danny at Right Angle Photography
The next business to be featured as part of my support local series of the blog is a local photography business!  If you are looking for a local photographer that is going to make you laugh, make you smile, capture those happy moments, and make you shine through a photo, you'll want to continue reading!  I've known the owner of this business for a few years now, as he used to be a regular photographer for many of the networking events I used to host.  Please let me introduce, Danny of Right Angle Photography and Right Angle Boudoir!
*Please note before scrolling that this post contains boudoir images*

What is the name of your business?
Right Angle Photography and Right Angle Boudoir
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What type of business is it - what do you offer?
Wedding, Dance, Family and Boudoir portrait services
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Photo by Danny at Right Angle Photography
What made you get into this?
Photography is just one of those things that I can use to show people something different. We have a hard time seeing ourselves the way that others see us, simply because we aren't anyone else.
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I love being the person to show you... YOU
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Photo by Danny at Right Angle Boudoir
How has your business changed from when you first started it? Where would you like to see your business be in the next 5, 10, or 20 years from now?
Oh man, so we are talking 6 years of evolution here. I think the biggest change is confidence. With that confidence, I was able to really choose the types of photography to pursue. I'm hoping to jump into this full time some time in the next 15 years and to maintain the fun through the next 20!

What is your favorite part about being a photographer?
Making people say "WOW." Cameras haven't been around since creation, so it's really easy to feel unnatural in front of it. When those feelings get in our heads, we think it's something that we can't do... being the person to toss off that out of the window and bring comfort is the most gratifying experience. People invite me along on this journey of theirs and ask me to tell their story... It's an honor to say the least. A lot of times people just need help seeing a part of them that they feel they have lost, or want to see the person they have become. I get to present that to you and the world. There is no other feeling like it!
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Photo by Danny at Right Angle Photography
What else would you like to share with us?
Photography is therapy. You should see a photographer just as much as you see a psychologist. You even get to play dress up! I have been on this adventure for about 6 years now and I have never been happier.
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Photo by Danny at Right Angle Boudoir
Where can we find out more, see your work, book an appointment?
Whether you are looking for family portraits or a one of a kind boudoir experience, I'm never too hard to find!
My websites are
www.rightanglefoto.com. www.rightangleboudoir.com and I can be reached at Danny@rightanglefoto.com!
Personal message from The Orlando Millennial: Michelle here!  Thank you for reading this installment of Support Local section!  I am very happy to be letting the community know about Danny and Right Angle Photography as well as Right Angle Boudoir.  Danny is seriously such a personable human being and I have seen him come up with some beautiful and creative photoshoots with his clients - I just know you will enjoy working with him!  
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BIG NEWS!  For the First Time EVER, Howl-O-Scream to Terrify SeaWorld Orlando

6/5/2021

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FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, HOWL-O-SCREAM TO TERRIFY SEAWORLD ORLANDO, AS THE NIGHTTIME HALLOWEEN EVENT FOR FRIGHT SEEKERS AND HORROR FIENDS ARRIVES THIS FALL
SeaWorld’s first separate-ticketed, nighttime Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream, premieres this fall joining the daytime Halloween Spooktacular to offer spooky fun by day and terrifying frights by night!
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A visit to SeaWorld Orlando will turn frightful on select evenings this fall when the park unleashes the ALL-NEW Howl-O-Scream.  Guests will evade roaming haunts rampaging through scare zones and seek shelter indoors, only to find they have entered a house of horrors. Adventuresome guests can deepen the thrills with terrifying coaster rides in the dark, quench their thirst for fear at a fiendishly interactive bar and feel the monstrous electricity of a live show. 

The separate-ticketed event is already on sale including exclusive discounts for Annual Pass Members, with the lowest prices of the year for what promises to be an immediate fan-favorite terrifying Halloween event taking place with 27 fright-filled nights of haunted houses, scare zones, and terrifying shows on select nights Friday, September 10 through Sunday, October 31 from 7 p.m. to as late as 2 a.m.
 
Howl-O-Scream joins the park’s already impressive fall line-up of events including the return of family-friendly Halloween Spooktacular which boasts daytime trick or treating for kids of all ages.  Spooky fun for the entire family with Spooktacular during the day and terrifying thrills by night with the launch of Howl-O-Scream make SeaWorld Orlando the place to be this Halloween season.
 
“SeaWorld Orlando fans love our extensive event line-up which includes a special event taking place every weekend of the year.  Adding Howl-O-Scream to the calendar provides the missing element of a fright-filled Halloween event that we know our guests will welcome.  With this addition, we become the only theme park in Orlando to offer both a daytime family-friendly Halloween and a nighttime horror Halloween for thrill seekers,” says SeaWorld Orlando Park President Kyle Miller. “We are very excited to announce Howl-O-Scream today and look forward to sharing all of the amazing details of the event over the next few months.”  
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​Howl-O-Scream Elements: 
  • Haunted Houses: Hear every bloodcurdling shriek. Feel every spine-tingling terror. Get ready for the haunted houses of SeaWorld’s Howl-O-Scream. There’s no turning back as guests brave dark passageways and round dimly lit corners, hoping they can avoid what’s lurking in the depths. The legends are true, the fear is real, and the only way out is through the fear.
  • Scare Zones and Roaming Haunts: There are no safe zones. There are no places to hide. The scares are everywhere, and the roaming haunts never weaken. Get ready for immersive terror at every turn during SeaWorld’s Howl-O-Scream. Guests should stay alert and be prepared for anything, because you never know what’s waiting up ahead (or creeping up behind you).
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  • Frightful Shows: Even amid so much mayhem, the show must go on. Duck inside and be mesmerized by a raucous, high-energy musical dance show. Or discover who’s behind all the terror washing over the park at an outdoor show complete with special effects. Guests will also find DJs and party zones that are perfect for a dance break between frights.
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  • ​Monster Coasters in the Dark and Haunting Experiences: It wouldn’t be a SeaWorld visit without a ride or two, but it wouldn’t be Howl-O-Scream without a dose of nighttime terror. Guests up to the challenge are invited to ride their favorite attractions in the dark.  Meanwhile, sinister interactive surprises await at their favorite bar haunts. Keep watching to see how this once-peaceful park transforms with fear after nightfall.       
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​Fans of fear can sign-up at www.HowlOScream.com/Orlando to be the first to receive more dark details on new houses, experiences and more coming to Howl-O-Scream at SeaWorld Orlando as additional gruesome details are announced.
Fans can feed their appetite for fear by following Howl-O-Scream on Facebook, Instagram at Twitter at the links below:
  • Twitter: @howloscreamorl
  • Instagram:  @howloscreamorlando 
  • Facebook: @howloscreamorlando 
Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. This event contains intense adult content such as violence, gore, and blood. Howl-O-Scream 2021 is a separately-ticketed night event. No costumes are allowed.
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​I am a Seaworld blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.
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It's JUNE! Rosen Plaza in Orlando Celebrates Father’s Day Throughout the Month with Special Offers at Jack’s Place and ‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill

6/1/2021

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Rosen Plaza Hotel is declaring June National Heroes Month, in honor of all of the Dads and father figures that we treasure as the special heroes in our lives. 
Jack's Place Restaurant
To celebrate, on Father’s Day or any Sunday in June, treat your favorite leading man to the hotel’s popular Jack's Place restaurant where he can relish an award-winning multi-course meal and, as an added treat, “meet up” with some of his own favorite heroes, too. ​
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First, reward Dad’s amazing feats of patience and support with a free succulent Jack’s Place entree (free with entree purchase of equal or greater value). Hearty selections include the 20 ounce Bone-In Rib Eye, Grilled Rack of Lamb, Pan Seared Pork Tenderloin and a 6 ounce Filet Mignon. 

​For the fresh seafood lover, seasonal favorites include Pan-Seared Sea Bass, 
Broiled Lobster Tail, Carmelized Chimichurri Scallops and Sesame Crusted Tuna. Entrees are accompanied by Chef’s fresh market vegetables and Jack’s Place Au Gratin Potatoes. Plenty of additional menu options include inventive sides like Lobster Mac ‘N Cheese and sweet endings like Junior’s “Most Famous” Cheesecake. A children’s menu is available.
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Jack's Place caricature of WW II Five Star General Douglas MacArthur.
While dining, Dad can revel in the hotel’s unrivaled gallery collection of autographed celebrity caricatures penned by owner Harris Rosen’s father Jack while working at the Waldorf Astoria during the hotel’s tony heyday in 1930s-50s. Gracing the walls are home run kings Hammerin’ Hank Aaron and Babe Ruth, astronaut and moon walker Neil Armstrong, heavyweight boxing champ Muhammed Ali, first flighter Charles Lindberg, WW II hero General Douglas MacArthur and stoic Western actor John Wayne -- just a few of the hundreds of historic icons mesmerizing guests. 

For your own hero's portrait, an in-house artist will pen complimentary caricatures of the man of the hour and your party as cherished keepsakes. Just make sure to get Dad’s autograph before framing.

To make your reservation and for more details, please call 407-996-1787. Or book on OpenTable.com using the code Heroes21. For more information, the menu and a list of caricatures, please visit JacksPlaceRestaurant.com. Parking is complimentary for dining guests.
'39 Poolside Bar & Grill
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Poolside brunching never tasted so good at '39 Poolside Bar & Grill at Rosen Plaza.
For the father who enjoys his day in the sun, Rosen Plaza’s ’39 Poolside Bar & Grill is ideal for a scenic outdoor celebratory brunch for the entire family. 

Reserve a comfy shaded table next to the hotel’s glistening tropical pool. 


​Then sip chilled Mimosas or a 
cold Rosen’s own Alligator Drool Beer while perusing an extensive menu of breakfast and lunch delights where Dad enjoys a free entree (free with entree purchase of equal or greater value).  ​
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Choose from guest favorites like ‘39 Shrimp & Grits, Chicken & Waffles, French Toast Stack and ‘39 Crab Benny. 

​Or enjoy more traditional fare like 
Sixty South Grilled Salmon Salad, Poolside Brunch Burger with fried egg, smokehouse bacon and cheddar cheese, Poolside Chicken Fajita or Shrimp Tacos and more. Plenty of special brunch accompaniments include Chicken Apple Sausage, Crispy Onion Rings and Made-Fresh-to-Order Poolside Guacamole.
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The free entree offer is available throughout the month of June during the Poolside Brunch, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays at ‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill at Rosen Plaza.
 
To book this dining opportunity, please visit OpenTable.com and use the code Heroes21 or call 407-996-3899 to book or for more details. 

For more information and for the brunch menu, please visit RosenPlaza.com and click on the dining tab for ‘39 Poolside Bar & Grill. Parking is complimentary for dining guests.
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Dine, then stay for awhile or overnight to enjoy Rosen Plaza's world-class amenities.
For guest safety and security and that of our associates, Rosen Plaza implements Rosen’s Total Commitment. For more information, please visit RosenHotels.com/RosensTotalCommitment.

​Rosen Plaza Hotel is located at 9700 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819. For more information, please visit 
RosenPlaza.com. 

​I'm a Rosen Hotels Blogger Ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information, sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.
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Coffee and Coasters? Sign Me Up!

6/1/2021

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Hang on tight and let your taste buds soar at this coaster-inspired café serving coffee, pastries, and more
Now Open and Brimming with Thrills, SeaWorld Orlando is unveiling the brand NEW  Bakery and Café—the Coaster Coffee Company.
Guests can start their day at SeaWorld Orlando with some extra jolt before they bolt to the thrills of world-class coasters at the brand-new Coaster Coffee Co.  Serving Starbucks® crafted hot and iced favorites and new items such as Mango Dragonfruit & Kiwi Starfruit Refreshers® the new space is the perfect place to start your day or recharge before an afternoon of rollercoaster riding. This new space includes amazing working scale roller-coaster models and historical depictions of SeaWorld coaster history. With café-style seating and a great location near Manta and the park entrance, this new hot spot is brimming with thrills. 
 
In addition to amazing food and beverage offerings, Coaster Coffee Company is also the only place to get exclusive Coaster Coffee Company merchandise like Coaster Coffee Company branded souvenir mugs, cups and t-shirts. The café will also offer exclusive items from your favorite SeaWorld Orlando coasters. 

With the addition of Coaster Coffee Company, SeaWorld is raising the bar of the park’s food and beverage offerings, opening five new culinary locations in the past year.

The cafe is open DAILY!
​Check out the FULL menu here: https://seaworld.com/orlando/dining/coaster-coffee-company/

​​I am a Seaworld blogger ambassador. In exchange for sharing upcoming information sometimes I receive complimentary admission to events. As always, all opinions are my own.
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SUPPORT LOCAL - Instructor Ashley McNairy & Elevate Yoga Center

2/28/2021

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I'm very excited to announce our first ever "Support Local" blog post for our new section on the blog, Support Local Businesses!  Supporting local businesses has always been important to me, but during this last year I think it has really opened my eyes even more so. I have been trying as much as possible to support as many local businesses, local entrepreneurs, furloughed and laid off cast members, and more rather than the larger companies.  Central Florida has SO much to offer, and my hope with these posts is to show you just that!  And to start off our very FIRST post in this series, we have Yoga instructor Ashley McNairy and local Yoga Studio, Elevate Yoga Center.  
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What type of business do you offer?
Elevate Yoga Center is a yoga studio that offers a wide variety of classes and services so there is truly something for everyone. Our studio offers traditional mat classes as well as aerial yoga and fitness. Both styles of classes are available in the studio or online.
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What made you interested in Yoga? How long have you been practicing?
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Years ago when I first got into fitness programs I found that yoga day was always my favorite. I began watching videos, following instagrams and reading blogs that all revolved around yoga. I loved feeling that natural physical progression as I was slowly able to hold my balance in poses and achieve harder variations. Eventually, I started attending Elevate and began to learn the philosophy and roots of yoga. Before I knew it I had a regular yoga and meditation practice of my own which has truly helped me find balance and peace in my own life.

What made you choose to take the leap and become a Yoga instructor?
I’ve always had an interest in becoming a yoga instructor, and finally last year the timing seemed right. My studio was starting a yoga teacher training that was led by my favorite instructors and I felt I had to take that leap. COVID hit which was a rude awakening for all of us, but this training honestly saved me. It really helped keep me active (physically and mentally) as well as maintain my inner peace throughout the experience. The training was hybrid due to COVID, we started off virtually at home and eventually moved back to the studio. I learned so much more from this training than I ever expected to, it was one of the best experiences of my life. 
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Many who have not practiced yoga before have this idea that it will be too hard for them - too many difficult poses. Do you think this is true?  Do you feel yoga is only for one type of person?
As someone considered “overweight” I would definitely say NO! Yoga is for every body! Not to say that every single human would enjoy a yoga practice, but every single human body is capable. Yoga is more about connecting to your truest self than it is about handstands. There is no pre-requisite for a yoga class. In fact, when I first started I couldn’t even touch my toes (and I still can’t do a hand stand). Part of being a good yoga instructor is making sure to offer enough options so that every student in class can participate and feel comfortable. There is also many different styles of yoga. One of my favorites, Yin and Restorative, incorporates the use of pillows and blankets to reach maximum comfort.  

What made you choose to be an instructor at Elevate Yoga Center? 
I’ve attended this studio for years and really fell in love with the community there is here. All the teachers are wonderful and I’m honored to be teaching among them. I continue to learn from them every day and enjoy sharing what I’ve learned with my own students. 

What types of classes does Elevate Yoga Center offer?  With COVID, are there any special classes that they offer or any changes that have been made?
Most classes are offered with the option to attend from home and there is a large variety. From all-levels flow, yin, restorative, yin-yang, aerial, aerial fitness, aerial yin, BUTI and more. Check out our website to read the details of each style to determine which would fit your needs the best! ​
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Is there anything else we should know?  Any upcoming events, promotions, or more happening at Elevate Yoga Center? How can we help support YOU and Elevate Yoga Center?
Yes! Elevate has events every month, sometimes every weekend! Whether you are looking for a glow in the dark yoga dance party or some quiet time to spend in reflection with guided meditation there is an event for you! Sound healing, nutritional education, manifestation and even astrology are some of the topics that are covered in the events.
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​Starting in April I will be hosting monthly workshop series titled “Yoga with the Stars” where you will learn the impact of the zodiac season on you as an individual, and enjoy a zodiac themed yoga practice for each sign. It is going to be so much fun, I can’t wait! As far as trainings,  there is teacher trainings offered year around for both mat and aerial. I encourage you to join us for the next teacher training that begins in March, even if you are a yoga newbie it would be a great way to learn all the foundations of yoga and the philosophy behind it. You don’t have to become a teacher to enjoy or benefit from the program.
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Where can we find out more and visit your classes? (include:website, phone, social, etc.)
You should definitely check out our website: elevateyogacenter.com as well as follow us on Instagram and Facebook for more info! Download our app on your mobile device, searching for “elevate yoga center” to sign up for classes.

Have questions? Feel free to follow me and reach out on Instagram as well. I’m always happy to answer and share the tools I’ve learned in my own self-healing journey. @lunar.yogini 
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Elevate Yoga Center is located at: 
3150 S Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32806
Personal message from The Orlando Millennial: Michelle here!  I personally have attended some of Ashley's (as well as some of the other instructors') classes via Zoom since the start of COVID and I can highly recommend this for those that are new to Yoga, as I was. I have not attended in person, but I have also recommended these classes to others that have since gone in person and even tried the aerial classes and they are in LOVE with them!  I have done both yoga and meditation classes from home and its just a great way to feel connected to an actual local business while being in your home.  I hope that you will give Elevate Yoga Center a chance and please be sure to tell them Orlando Millennial sent you!
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