ABOUT DIGITAL BACKGROUND ESPORTS ACADEMY Digital Battlegrounds, a gamer dedicated entertainment center, is now open to the public at Fashion Square Mall in Orlando. Digital Battlegrounds is every gamer’s dream featuring state-of-the-art gaming equipment, coaching, tournaments and events. Digital Battlegrounds 3,300 square feet center will have 32 PC stations, 8 PlayStation pro stations and a PC station for webcasting tournaments. The academy will be equipped with professional, high-end equipment running on full HD and offering mechanical keyboards, gaming mice, Homall gaming chairs and gaming headsets. “Esports is more than just playing video games; it’s becoming a way of life. Gamers are earning college scholarships and creating careers,” said Felipe Barreto CEO of Digital Battlegrounds, “Esports is the fastest growing segment within the videogame industry that’s becoming a mainstream global movement and we’re excited to be a part of that movement in Orlando.” At Digital Battlegrounds Esports Academy, gamers can take their skills to the next level. Digital Battlegrounds allows gamers to compete with friends and other gamers plus offers play and tell with streamers. The esports facility will also feature meet & greets with gaming personalities and VIPs, CosPlay sessions, women-only sessions, LGBTQ sessions, tournament viewing parties and in-house tournaments for all ages and skill levels. Digital Battlegrounds Esports Academy will also provide master classes taught by professional players, as well as weekly practices and monthly tournaments to train and improve gamers competitive video gaming skills in all genres. Genres include fight, sports, first person shooter (FPS), multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) and real time strategy (RTS). In addition, Digital Battlegrounds Esports Academy will also host educational seminars providing support and guidance for parents on the esports community I'm a This Is Press blogger ambassador and this information was received via a press release.
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Florida’s history is coming back to haunt you as Dark Horizon: Point of No Return makes its debut in Orlando, Florida October 4 – November 2, 2019 with the first-ever West Coast-style haunt in the East. Brought to you by the award-winning creators, producers, and directors for one of the most terrifying haunts in the world: The Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor. Dark Horizon is pleased to announce three gruesome haunted houses, two death-defying live entertainment stages, multiple immersive bars, private party Bootlegger Bungalows and more.
Dark Horizon emerges in Orlando with much anticipation, to feast upon fears, fray nerves, and curdle the blood of its daring visitors. The haunted attraction is divided into different zones, each highlighting pieces of Florida’s dark history, myths and lore. “We really like to dive into local legends and history,” shared Charity Hill Co-producer for Dark Horizon. The Port is akin to one of the late 1700’s pirate port’s in what is now Florida. This zone features the Bootlegger Bungalows, Walk the Plank Pub & Pier, Siren Stage, Dark Horizon Gift Shop, Shark Bites and the entrance to the Marketplace and Panic! 4-D Maze Experience. The Port is also home to the haunted house, Ghostship, a disease-infested, loot-filled vessel adrift on the high seas. This phantom tall ship is filled with deranged and decaying seamen bound to wreak havoc in Dark Horizon’s Port. Will you live to tell the tale or will Captain Killigrew, the most feared female pirate in history, and her derelict crew be your demise? Escape the clutches of one of Florida’s first serial killer’s, Edgar “Bloody” Watson in the haunted house: Murder Island. Known as a hotbed for murderers, ancient creatures and bizarre tales, thrill-seekers will come face-to-face with the brutality that shadowed the 10,000 islands in the late 1800’s turning it into a shallow grave for at least 57 of Bloody Watson’s sugar cane workers. Murder Island is in The Glades Zone, a virtually lawless land, home to the VIP Storm Cellar, Outpost Pub and Gator Grub. Experience Sacred Circle Stage and Shelter Patio in The Village. This area is under the enchantment of Mambo Cècile and the haunted house: Vodou. The high priestess has awakened the ancient Loa Agwe, spirit of the water, so proceed with extreme caution through the foggy bog to the underworld Volikan. For those looking to elevate their experience, Dark Horizon offers an air-conditioned R.I.P. Lounge (or VIP Lounge), called the Storm Cellar R.I.P. Lounge accessed only by a coveted key. This experience includes two complimentary cocktails and grants access to a premium full bar featuring Moonshine Tastings. This key must be used in combination with an event admission ticket, and is for guests ages 21-years and older. Want to skip the lines? Expedite your entry into the event and all the haunted houses with a Fast Fright Ticket (starting at just $74 per person). Or, enjoy nearly instant entry into the event and all the haunted houses with an Evil Express Ticket (starting at $94 per person). Looking for a high-class VIP experience? Spring for the most exclusive experience at Dark Horizon with the Ultimate Scream ticket. This privately-guided and curated experience is extremely limited and available on select nights. Fast Fright and Evil Express Tickets are limited nightly and prices vary depending on date. With Dark Horizon’s disturbingly creative minds, 4 bars and Bootlegger Bungalows, 3 haunted houses and scare zones, 2 live stages, 1 Panic! 4-D Experience, and hundreds of Monsters, Dark Horizon is certain to be a screamin’ good time. Dark Horizon opens its doors on October 4 and continues to scare those who dare on select nights through November 2. General admission ticket prices start at just $20 online with Happy Haunting Hour, Fast Fright, Evil Express, Ultimate Scream tickets and Storm Cellar R.I.P. Lounge keys available. For more information or to purchase tickets online, visit www.darkhorizonorlando.com Autumn is coming, and this gourmet popcorn company will have you fall-ing in love with their Halloween themed treats. Known for the Cone™, Popcornopolis, is pleased to announce the launch of a Halloween themed Mini Cone Snack Pack now available at Sam’s Club locations nationwide. The Halloween Snack Pack of 12 mini cones includes four of Popcornopolis’ best-selling classic popcorn flavors: Zebra®, Caramel Corn, Cheddar Cheese, and Kettle Corn. This spooktacular Snack Pack will be sold at Sam’s Clubs across the US for a retail value of $9.98 and will be available on www.samsclub.com starting September 1.
Mini Cones are the ultimate treat for trick-or-treaters, snack-lovers, and popcorn fanatics. Dressed in hauntingly fun costumes each mini cone highlights its own spook-tacular cartoon-design and features either a monster, a vampire, a witch, or a mummy. Popcornopolis mini cones are a convenient snack size package— perfect for school lunches, afternoon snacks, Halloween parties, your pantry, or the office breakroom. A snack a day keeps the monsters away, so ‘pop’ any of these mini cones into your trick-or-treat bag and prepare for a fang-tastic season courtesy of Popcornopolis! “Made the way it oughta be”, Popcornopolis offers over 20 mouthwatering recipes and is made from American-grown, non-GMO corn. Crafted with big flavor, the company’s gourmet popcorns are also certified gluten-free with no high fructose corn syrup, or added preservatives, and only the finest ingredients and cooking practices. For more information and a full list of Popcornopolis gourmet varieties visit www.popcornopolis.com. This information was received via press release. Today I had the honor of attending a cast member preview event of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney’s Hollywood Studios as the guest of a cast member. I’ve been looking forward to this new land since the announcement years ago, just like the other lands before it (Pandora and Toy Story), but I was really unsure what to expect. I mean, how the HECK were they going to pull this off and make it amazing enough to make back all the money they were investing and then some? When I found out that I would be going to the preview, it was hard to contain my excitement and post it all over the internet. I know this was allowed, but I wanted to keep it a little bit of a special secret. Anyway, let’s get to what you all came here for. Today we got to explore the new land from 11am-3pm and ride the Millenium Falcon. After passing very high security checkpoints, we entered Galaxy’s Edge and it immediately felt like we left Hollywood Studios and had entered a new park. Everything was huge and so well thought out and done, down to the prints in the ground from droids and other creatures of Batuu, and the outfits all the cast members were wearing. (Oh and they even tell you how much something is in “credits”!) Unfortunately the ride, “Rise of the Resistance” does not open until December, so I have nothing to share on that. But I was able to get some great photos before heading towards the marketplace. The marketplace area was seriously so awesome. I just loved all the detail the Imagineers put into it. There are lots of little shops as well as little snack areas here. If you head all the way towards the back and walk out, you will find yourself near the Docking Bay 7 quick serve, the lightsaber store, and the “Millenium Falcon” ride (just to name a few things). The Millenium Falcon was really cool. Before the ride you can snap some photos and look around, which is really nice too. I got to be one of the pilots, which was not easy! It was pretty awesome getting to sit in the famous seat you see in all the movies. For lunch we tried the Docking Bay 7 and let me tell you - YUM! We went all out and tried a bunch of goodies (menu provided for your viewing pleasure). For entrees we got the Roasted Endorian Tip-Yip Salad and the Felucian Garden Spread. We ordered both desserts, and then tried the Moof Juice and the alcoholic beverage (don’t remember the name and it isn’t listed on this menu). Honestly, it was all delish! However, of the 2 desserts, I say go with the chocolate one (Batuu-Bon). After lunch we explored the lightsaber shop, the droid shop, and more. The lightsaber shop was so cool and I so badly wanted to leave with a Rey lightsaber...maybe in the future. We then tried some blue milk and green milk. Both drinks are dairy-free, made with coconut and rice milks. You can get alcohol added to them, but we decided not to as it was so hot out. We had heard these drinks weren’t very good from those that have been to the park in Disneyland, but we wanted to make our own opinions. The truth? Not very good. The blue one is more berry flavor and the green is more citrus, but they both don’t have a lot of flavor and they both just aren’t very tasty. They aren’t that creamy (as someone asked us) and we didn’t finish either. I think the recipe could be tweaked, but in order to serve many people, I just don’t think it will be. However, if they are trying to have the success of Butterbeer at Universal, they really should change the recipe as this seems to be a popular consensus. After a little more looking around and photo taking, we finally left right as our time there was ending. Leaving the land was like a shock because it honestly felt like we were somewhere so hidden and different, it did not feel like we were within Hollywood Studios. So my thoughts? I LOVED this new land, Disney did an AMAZING job with it, and I cannot wait to return - although it probably won’t be for a long time =( This land is bound to be very busy for a very long time. Star Wars: Galaxy Edge opens to the public August 29, 2019. GUESS WHAT?! A new roller coaster is coming to Seaworld Orlando in 2020!!! Details haven't really been shared yet, but let's be real - Seaworld always puts out some amazing coasters, so I am sure this one won't disappoint. After reviewing the teaser trailer, I am thinking it might have to do something with Antartica and maybe birds? I guess we'll just have to wait and see! Be sure to follow the hashtag #BreakTheIce and follow us here to learn more once we have more info.
Are you excited for another roller coaster to go up here in Orlando? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! Disclaimer: this information was received via media press release. As always, all opinions are my own. Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures will whisk families away on an immersive getaway chock-full of magical participatory moments. Featuring new and classic tales, this a multi-generational experience visits Orlando from September 6-8, 2019 for six performances at Amway Center. Tickets go on sale May 21.
ABOUT THE SHOW Hit the road with Mickey Mouse and his pals for a high-octane ride in Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures. Exciting twists and turns await as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy and guests of all ages embark on an interactive and memory-rich adventure to iconic Disney destinations. See the world from the rooftops of London with Mary Poppins and Jack and his band of dancing lamplighters. Travel to the sun-soaked Motunui and help Moana restore the heart of Te Fiti. Set off on a safari and snap unforgettable photos of wild cheetahs and monkeys when guests traverse through the Pride Lands with Simba, Timon and Pumbaa. Discover a whole new world and be swept up in Aladdin’s princely parade filled with spectacular stunts, magical moments with Genie, and a brand-new song from Jasmine that will render the audience “Speechless.” Mosey on over to a larger-than-life comedic carnival and team up with Woody and Bo Peep as they search for their new friend Forky. Fans will hit a high note with Mickey and pals during the Disney edition of Road Trip Karaoke as they introduce Rapunzel, Belle, Ariel, Mulan and Tiana. Families should be prepared for a getaway jam-packed with unexpected hijinks and surprise, up-close character interaction as Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures makes a pitstop right in Orlando! For ticket information, visit DisneyOnIce.com. Orlando Show Times: Friday, September 6, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, September 7, 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday, September 8, 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. Amway Center, 400 W. Church Street #200, Orlando, FL 32801 For group rates and information, reach out to 866-248-8740 Stay current on the latest developments through social media: Facebook: www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce Twitter: @DisneyOnIce #DisneyOnIce #RoadTripAdventures YouTube: www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce Instagram: @DisneyOnIce Last night I attended my 3rd Cirque du Soleil show; my 2nd in Orlando. Honestly, I thought it couldn’t get better than the last one, but IT DID. Luzia was an amazingly beautiful show with gorgeous colors, costumes, props, and live music. To “top” it off, this is the first ever BIG TOP show in Orlando, and it really made the experience one to remember. Pre-Show Before the show, you are offered complimentary champagne, wine, popcorn, and other goodies! I 100% was not expecting this and regretted not getting there even earlier - so be sure to arrive an hour ahead of showtime! The Show The show is supposed to transport you on a trip to Mexico where you see all the wonders and fun that Mexico can offer. From scenes of a dinner date, to the rain forest, to an underwater adventure, and many more, you will be mesmerized by the beauty and the talent of the cast. My Top 3 Favs My top 3 favorite scenes had to be 1) the birds in the beginning - amazing use of treadmill-like flooring plus amazing stunts and just gorgeous costuming! 2) The watering hole scene. This man is TALENTED and it was honestly one of the most gorgeous scenes. I loved the leopard (or jaguar?), it was truly awesome. 3) The contortionist - OH MY GOD. I have never seen a contortionist before and it was probably the most insane thing I have EVER seen. I couldn’t stop watching. This man could do the craziest things with his body - you have to see it to believe it! After Show Everyone was given a beautiful carnation at the end of the show, which was just icing on the cake. Final Thoughts Luzia was seriously so good, I could not stop smiling and being in awe. I HIGHLY recommend this show to everyone! It will be in town for 3 weeks, so be sure to go see it - you WON’T regret it! Disclaimer: I am a Boza Agency Blogger Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest live entertainment, Boza Agency has provided me with complimentary tickets to Cirque du Soleil shows and other exclusive opportunities. As always, all opinions are my own.
Cirque du Soleil Adds Three Weeks to the Orlando Engagement of its Breathtaking and Heart-warming Production, LUZIA!
Performances now scheduled from March 7 to April 21, 2019 Under the white-and-gold Big Top at The Florida Mall
Due to popular demand, Cirque du Soleil is excited to be adding three weeks of performances (April 1 – 21, 2019) to the previously-announced Orlando engagement of its delightfully-imaginative and visually-stunning production LUZIA, a waking dream of Mexico. With its new dates of March 7 to April 21, 2019, audiences are invited to a redesigned white-and-gold Big Top at The Florida Mall to escape to an imaginary Mexico – a sumptuous world suspended somewhere between dreams and reality.
“LUZIA(…) is superb” The Chicago Tribune “Dazzle(s) the eye with luminous spectacle and gasp-worthy, derring-do.” Bay Area News Group In a series of grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, LUZIA takes audiences on a surrealistic journey filled with wonders, playfulness and striking artistry. Smoothly passing from an old movie set to the ocean to a smoky dance hall or an arid desert, LUZIA cleverly brings to the stage multiple places, faces and sounds of Mexico taken from both tradition and modernity. Rich in awe-inspiring moments, LUZIA enchants by incorporating rain into acrobatic and artistic scenes – a first for a Cirque du Soleil touring production. The Big Top Experience for the FIRST TIME in Orlando Since its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil has been presenting traveling Big Top shows all around the world. The overall excitement of going to the circus, the otherworldly atmosphere of the Big Top, as well as its intimate setting elevate the Cirque du Soleil experience. LUZIA is the company’s 17th show to be presented under a Big Top.
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LUZIA wants to treat everyone for Valentine’s Day and offer a special price of $95 for two tickets. (for a limited time only and valid on select performances) Visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/deals for more details. Looking for a more VIP Experience? Hennessy Black VIP Experience & Behind-The-Scene Packages Discover our Hennessy Black VIP Experience package – a cocktail reception with open bar and hors d’oeuvres inspired by the show, access to the best seats for greater comfort, complimentary parking and more! Behind-The-Scene passes comprising of a backstage tour and a meet & greet with the artists are also available in limited quantities.
More about LUZIA – A waking dream of Mexico
Written and directed by Daniele Finzi Pasca, in association with Brigitte Poupart, LUZIA takes you to an imaginary Mexico, like in a waking dream, where light (“luz” in Spanish) quenches the spirit and rain (“lluvia”) soothes the soul. With mesmerizing and refreshing acrobatic performances, LUZIA brings traditional and contemporary circus disciplines to a whole new level. Cyr Wheel artists perform the unprecedented feat of rolling and spinning under the rain, while an aerialist suspended from a Trapeze flies and twirls through pouring showers. Hoop Diving is taken onto gigantic treadmills, expanding exponentially the speed and amount of daring leaps executed. Jaw-dropping highlights include a male contortionist skillfully twisting his body in the world’s most unimaginable positions, a powerful Aerial Straps specialist defying the laws of gravity at the center of cenote (natural sinkhole), and two football (soccer) freestylers deftly mixing street dance with mind-blowing ball manipulations. For ticket information or more information about individual packages and corporate hospitality opportunities, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com/luzia To watch a preview video of LUZIA, visit www.cirk.me/LUZIA_Preview. To learn more about the integration of water in LUZIA, watch http://cirk.me/LUZIAWaterVideo. Follow #LUZIA and #cirquedusoleil on social media: Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | YouTube
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About Cirque du Soleil
LUZIA is Cirque du Soleil’s 38th original production since 1984, and its 17th show presented under the Big Top. From a group of 20 street performers at its beginnings in 1984, Cirque du Soleil is a major Québec-based organization providing high-quality artistic entertainment. The company has close to 4,000 employees, including 1,300 artists from more than 50 different countries. Cirque du Soleil has brought wonder and delight to more than 190 million spectators in more than 450 cities in over 60 countries. For more information about Cirque du Soleil, visit www.cirquedusoleil.com Partners & Sponsors Cirque du Soleil gratefully acknowledges its Official Partners, Champagne Nicolas Feuillatte, Hennessy Black, as well as LUZIA’s Affiliate Partner, MÉXICO.
Disclaimer: I am a Boza Agency Blogger Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest live entertainment, Boza Agency has provided me with complimentary tickets to Cirque du Soleil shows and other exclusive opportunities. As always, all opinions are my own.
The Most Family-Friendly, Action-Packed Motor Sport in the World with Four-wheel Racing, Two-wheel Skills and Freestyle Competitions comes to Camping World Stadium on January 19, 2019 Monster Jam®, the unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable family-friendly motor sport will be at Camping World Stadium in Orlando on Saturday, January 19, 2019 show. The 2019 season will bring a new level of high-flying, four-wheel excitement to the entire family with racing, two-wheel skills and freestyle competitions. Monster Jam events are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at $15 each. Monster Jam drivers are trained, world-class male and female athletes who have mastered not only the physical strength and mental stamina needed to compete, but the vital dexterity to control 12,000-pound machines capable of doing backflips, vertical two-wheel skills and racing at speeds up to 70 miles per hour to produce jaw-dropping, live motor sports action seen around the world. Now across all Monster Jam events, fans in every city will have the chance to vote for the winner in the two-wheel and freestyle competitions by real-time, in-stadium fan voting on their smartphones. Fans also have the opportunity to get up close and personal to the Monster Jam trucks and drivers by purchasing a Pit Party pass that allows them early access to the event for photo opportunities and autographs. The event will feature more than 12 trucks and drivers vying to be the Orlando champion, including: Grave Digger driven by Adam Anderson; El Toro Loco driven by Scott Buetow; Great Clips Mohawk Warrior driven by Bryce Kenny; Brodozer driven by Heavy D; Max D and Monster Mutt Dalmatian driven by husband-wife competitive duo Neil Elliott and Candice Jolly; Earthshaker driven by Steven Thompson; Time Flys and Wildflower driven by father-daughter competitors Kelvin and Rosalee Ramer; Xtermigator driven by JR McNeal; Zombie Fire driven by Travis Mowery; Obsession driven by Eric Swanson; Saigon Shaker driven by Ryan Disharoon and more. (Trucks/drivers subject to change without notice.) WHEN: Saturday, January 19, 2019 Pit Party Early Access starting at 1:30 PM Pit Party from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM* WHERE: Camping World Stadium 1610 W. Church Street Orlando, FL 32805 TICKETS: Ticket start at $15 Pit Party Early Access starts at $35 per person General Pit Party Passes start at $20 each Tickets & Pit Passes will be available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com, charge by phone at 800-745-3000 or in-person at the Amway Center Box Office in advance.. **ticket prices subject to change – venue/ticketing fees may apply. Same day event ticket and pit pass required for entry to pit party. DISCOUNT FOR ORLANDO HOUSEWIVES READERS Receive 20% off select seats with code 20off. Not valid on VIP seating. Hurry for the best available seats! Code expires January 18, 2019. Disclaimer: I am a Feld Entertainment Blogger Ambassador, and in exchange for my time and efforts in attending shows and reporting my opinion within this blog, as well as keeping you advised of the latest discount offers, Feld Entertainment has provided me with complimentary tickets to Feld shows and other exclusive opportunities. As always, all opinions are my own. Special offer created for residents of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia to find respite during the storm As Hurricane Florence continues to impact the eastern seaboard, many residents of North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia have evacuated to surrounding states to get away from the storm’s path. With so many families displaced by the storm, Floridians have opened their doors to those in need.
SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay are offering a respite for storm weary North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia residents: a buy one, get one single day ticket offer, available for purchase and use Friday, September 14 through Friday, September 21, 2018. “Floridians understand the uncertainty and anxiety that comes with severe storms, so we sympathize with our northern neighbors during this time. We’re pleased to offer a way for displaced families to make the best of a tough situation and spend a day together,” said John Reilly, interim CEO of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment. From exciting ride experiences like MAKO and Cobra’s Curse to some of the coolest shows in town like Busch Garden’s ice show,Turn It Up or Dolphin Days at SeaWorld Orlando, the parks have something for every family. The single-day ticket offer is valid for North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia residents only, and must be purchased and redeemed between Friday, September 14 and Friday, September 21, 2018. Full price adult single-day ticket at SeaWorld Orlando is $99.99 and second single-day ticket to SeaWorld Orlando is free. Full price adult single-day ticket at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is $104.99 and second single-day ticket to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is free. The offer is only available in park at the ticket window. Complete details are available at SeaWorldOrlando.com, BuschGardensTampaBay.com. *Tickets are valid for one single-day admission to SeaWorld Orlando or Busch Gardens Tampa Bay by September 21, 2018. Valid during regularly scheduled operating hours. Ticket is non-transferable and non-refundable. Tickets may not be copied, transferred or resold. Ticket holder must show matching valid photo ID. Ticket void if altered. Offer subject to change without notice. Cannot be combined with any other offers. Parking, taxes, and service fees are not included in the advertised price. Ticket offer available for NORTH CAROLINA, SOUTH CAROLINA, AND VIRGINIA RESIDENTS ONLY. Limited time offer expires: 9/21/2018 |
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