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Exciting and Unique Attractions Abound in Orlando Florida

Alexandria, Va. (USA) – Orlando Florida, a tourist destination known for its collection of world-class theme parks such as Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, MGM Studios and SeaWorld, has other and exciting attractions for visitors to enjoy. From The Holy Land Experience to Ripley’s Odditorium and Gatorland to Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, IAAPA Attractions Expo 2007 visitors may want to visit these unique and exciting attractions before or after the conference and annual trade show.

Daytona International Speedway, home of the world-famous Daytona 500 and Pepsi 400 NASCAR Nextel Cup Series races, offers exciting racing; guided Speedway tours; DAYTONA USA, The Ultimate Motorsports Attraction; and the Richard Petty Driving Experience.
daytonainternationalspeedway.com 386-253-7223

Dinosaur World, located in Plant City, has more than 150 life-size dinosaurs located on its grounds. Examine fossils and learn why dinosaur remains are not found in Florida. Shop for hard-to-find dinosaur toys and educational materials in the gift shop.
dinoworld.net 813-717-9865

Fantasy of Flight in Polk City invites guests to explore the romance and nostalgia of flight in self-guided "immersion" experiences that chronicle the history of aviation. The North Hangar displays part of the world's largest private collection of vintage aircraft. Flight simulators, back-lot tours, hot air balloon flights and open cockpit biplane rides are available.
fantasyofflight.com 863-984-3500

Fun Spot Action Park, is an innovative ride and arcade attraction. Guests can drive go-karts on 18 different courses, including multi-level tracks. Fun Spot Action Park also has six exciting rides, seven kid-friendly rides, and more than 120 games in a 10,000 sq. ft. arcade.
www.fun-spot.com 407-363-3867

Gatorland is home to thousands of alligators and crocodiles, some of which have appeared in movies, television shows and commercials. The 58-year-old park combines a petting zoo, bird sanctuary, mini water park, eco-tour and action-packed outdoor entertainment, including daily alligator wrestling shows.
gatorland.com 800-393-5297/407-855-5496

Green Meadows Petting Farm features a two-hour guided tour to see more than 300 farm animals. Visitors are encouraged to have a first-hand experience by petting the animals, taking train and hay rides, milking a cow and riding a pony.
greenmeadowsfarm.com 407-846-0770

The Holy Land Experience re-creates the city of Jerusalem and its religious importance between the years 1450 B.C. and A.D. 66 through costumed characters, dramatic enactments and high-tech presentations. The living Biblical museum is home to the Scriptorium, a collection of biblical antiquities dating back to 2200 B.C.
theholylandexperience.com 866-872-4659/407-872-2272

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex offers tours of behind-the-scenes areas with views of Space Shuttle facilities and launch pads. Meet a real astronaut every day and see "Space Station 3D" in the world's largest twin IMAX® theater. The Astronaut Hall of Fame features the world's largest collection of astronaut memorabilia, displays, exhibits, hands-on activities and simulators. The new Shuttle Launch Experience, a motion simulator that features sights, sounds and motions to re-create those of an actual launch, opened in May 2007.
kennedyspacecenter.com 321-449-4444

Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards, located in Clermont, is Florida's largest premium winery. Visitors can take a free tour of the winery, sample wines in the tasting room or purchase a bottle of the award-winning Lakeridge wine at the gift shop.
lakeridgewinery.com 800-768-WINE (9463)/352-394-8627

Orlando Science Center offers an observatory, giant screen theater and hundreds of hands-on exhibits on four floors which offer opportunities to explore experiment and discover. The Science Center will soon relocate, renovate and expand existing preschool areas by creating a distinct children's museum within the existing science center complex.
osc.org 407-514-2000

Ripley's Believe It or Not! Orlando Odditorium, housed in a building that appears to be sinking, looks like it fell victim to one of Florida's infamous sinkholes. Explore artifacts, collections, weird art/hobbies and interactive exhibits in 16 galleries of the odd and unusual from around the world.
ripleysorlando.com 407-351-5803

Ron Jon Surfpark features a large surf pool with 4-8 foot (1.2-to 2.4-meter) waves for intermediate/advanced surfers or body boarders and a training surf pool with 3-4 foot (.91 to 1.2 meter) waves for beginner/novice surfers or body boarders. It also offers a standing-wave and children's waterplay area, surf school, restaurant and Ron Jon Surf Shop.
ronjonsurfpark.com 866-596-7873

SkyVenture Orlando, Orlando's high-energy vertical wind tunnel, offers indoor skydiving in which visitors float on a column of air. No parachute, no jumping and no experience is necessary. Reservations suggested.
skyventureorlando.com 407-903-1150

Terror in Orlando is Orlando’s only all-new year-round haunted attraction. Terror in Orlando features two unique haunted houses under one roof with a carnival-like atmosphere of amazing and stunning 3-D visual effects of a 3-D Funhouse.
terrorinorlando.com 407-351-4164

Warbird Adventures, Inc. in Kissimmee offers guests the chance to fly like the aces of yesterday in the Premier Fighter-Trainer of WWII - the North American T-6 TEXAN. Whether they want a thrilling aerobatic adventure or a smooth straight and level flight, the experience is tailored just for them.
warbirdadventures.com 407-870-7366

Wet 'n Wild, features waterpark fun for the entire family. Wet 'n Wild's world-class signature thrill rides and quality service offer something for fun-lovers of all ages, with more than 30 action-packed acres of slides and flumes, surf and sun.
www.wetnwildorlando.com (407) 351-1800 or (800) 992-WILD

WonderWorks, Orlando's only upside-down attraction, features more than 100 hands-on interactive exhibits. Guests experience virtual reality and rock climbing as well as designing and riding their own roller coaster. The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show provides a high-energy comedy improvisation dinner show (separate ticket required).
wonderworksonline.com 407-351-8800

IAAPA Attractions Expo 2007
The IAAPA Attractions Expo 2007 is the largest conference and trade show for the amusement park and attractions industry in the world. With its theme “Expand Your Universe” the show will drawan estimated 25,000 people from more than 85 countries from the amusement and leisure industries to the Orange County Convention Center from Monday, Nov. 12, through Friday, Nov. 16. The trade show floor will be open Tuesday, Nov.13 through Friday, Nov.16. IAAPA Attractions Expo 2007 offers a solid week of business and fun. More than 1,000 exhibitors will display their products and services in 500,000 net square feet of exhibit space. The event will also include educational sessions, behind-the-scenes tours, marquee social events and networking opportunities. This is the marketplace where amusement and attraction industry leaders, decision makers and visionaries gather to network, view the latest innovations, and plan for the future.

About IAAPA
IAAPA is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide.  Founded almost 90 years ago, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the amusement industry

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