FDOT: Slow Down, Stay Alert in Work Zones, for National Work Zone Awareness Week
This week, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week (April 11-15), reminding motorists to slow down and take extra caution when traveling through work zones. Additionally, Florida now uses a combination of red, green, and amber lights on construction equipment in high-speed work zones when workers are present.
Florida’s planned transportation investments for Fiscal Year 2022-23 total more than $12 billion. This commitment to i read more…
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Ramp Closures, Detours for I-4 Construction This Week
The Florida Department of Transportation will implement nightly interstate exit ramp closures along I-4 beginning Thursday, March 24, from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m., weather permitting.
Closures will occur at the following locations in Pinellas and Hillsborough counties:
I-4 Eastbound at Columbus Drive (Exit 3)Interstate Ramp Closure: Thursday, March 24 from 11:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. Friday, March 25
I-4 Westbound at North 50th Street (Exit 3)Interstate Ramp Closure: Thursday, March 24 read more…
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Two New I-4 Interchanges in Orlando Work in Harmony
The Florida Department of Transportation reports that the I-4 Ultimate Improvement Project enhancements at Michigan Street and Kaley Avenue allow the two interchanges to work together to provide better access to and from the interstate while mitigating congestion.
The interchanges are now combined with braided ramps, frontage roads, and free-flowing Texas U-turns to reduce weaving in the area. The Texas U-turns allow drivers traveling on a one-way frontage road to make a U-turn onto a read more…
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Top 5 Spring Break Destinations for 2022
Where are we going on Spring Break in 2022?
After a long winter, Spring Break couldn’t come soon enough for many of us. Google has determined the top Spring Break destinations based on searches related to Spring Break travel. Here are the top 5 destinations where US travelers may be read more…
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I-4 Express Officially Open to Central Florida Drivers
The managed lanes on Interstate 4 (I-4), known locally as I-4 Express, are now open.
On the morning of Saturday, February 26, Central Florida motorists gained access to the new lanes. The I-4 Express lanes, two in each direction of Interstate 4 (I-4), begin just west of Kirkman Road (State Road (S.R.) 435) and continue 21 miles to east of S.R. 434.
The Florida Department of Transportation appreciates your patience with additional congestion on the roadway while drivers adjust to new read more…
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I-4 Projects Well Underway to Alleviate Bottlenecks in the ChampionsGate Area
The Florida Department of Transportation reports that work on the I-4 and C.R. 532 interchange near ChampionsGate well underway. Construction of a new, innovative diverging diamond interchange will improve traffic flow through the area. Bike lanes and sidewalks along C.R. 532 will also improve cyclist and pedestrian connectivity and safety at the interchange. The work is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2022.
In conjunction with the work on C.R. 532, construction on I-4 began in read more…
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SeaWorld Orlando Announces New Coaster, Ice Breaker, to Open February 2022
SeaWorld Orlando, voted the best amusement park in the country by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice poll is announcing that its coolest new coaster, Ice Breaker is opening in February of 2022. Named after the icy Arctic summits, Ice Breaker will feature four launches, both backwards and forwards, culminating in a reverse launch into the steepest beyond vertical drop in Florida — a 93-foot-tall spike with 100-degree angle. With its 48-inch height requirement, adventure seekers of all ages will e read more…
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Looking For an Alternate Route Around Orlando’s I-4 Construction?
The ongoing construction of Interstate 4 through the heart of Orlando can be a headache for daily travelers and a real vacation killer for travelers heading through the area. Thankfully, there is an alternate route around the entire project area.
If you don’t mind paying a toll (who wouldn’t after sitting in stopped traffic for hours), Florida’s Route 417 can be liberating.
Approaching Orlando from the east (I-95, Daytona) FL 417 begins it’s journey at I-4, exit 101 in Sanford and winds read more…
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Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild at the Central Florida Zoo Thru January 16
The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens transforms at night into the Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild!
The Asian Lantern Festival: Into the Wild is the only event in Central Florida celebrating the culture, art, and beauty of traditional lantern festivals celebrated throughout Asia for centuries. This inaugural event was created in partnership with Tianyu Arts & Culture, Inc., an international event design and manufacturing company headquartered in Zigong, Sichuan, read more…
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Ramp, Lane Closures, Traffic Delays for I-4 Work in Orlando Thru January 1, 2022
The Florida Department of Transportation reports the following traffic impacts associated with the construction of I-4 in the Orlando metro area through January 1, 2022.
Intermittent nightly ramp closure on Westbound I-4 to John Young Parkway Thru December 1610:00 PM – 5:00 AM
Intermittent nightly lane closure on Eastbound I-4 Ramp from John Young Parkway: 1 right lane closed.Thru December 1510:00 PM – 5:00 AM
Intermittent daily lane clo read more…
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Stetson Mansion ‘Christmas Spectacular’ Holiday Home Tour Thru January 22, 2022
Stetson Mansion is honored to have been named as one of the top Historic Holiday Homes Tours for two reader’s choice awards. Stetson Mansion was chosen as Florida’s winner in the USA TODAY 10 Best Readers Choice travel award contest for Best Historic Holiday Home Tour–placing third on the national list. Florida’s Most Historic Home was also named as the second-place winner in Fodor’s Travel Guide to Southern Holiday Homes and is the top tour in the state. They hope to earn those pre-pandemic h read more…
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Universal Orlando Brings Back the Military Freedom Pass Through December 2022
Universal Orlando Resort is thrilled to honor active duty and retired military members for their incredible service to our country with the 2022 Military Freedom Pass and additional special offers.
Introduced last year, this offer gives military personnel and their families a chance to visit the award-winning theme park destination every day from November 11, 2021 through December 31, 2022 with no block out dates.
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Orlando Unwraps Festive Holiday Cheer with More Than 20 Sparkling Events to Celebrate the Season
With an incredible lineup of more than 20 holiday celebrations to enjoy festive cheer, it’s no wonder Orlando is the most booked for the 2021 holiday season. Exciting theme park happenings include the new Disney Very Merriest After Hours at Magic Kingdom Park and fan favorites at Universal Orlando Resort including Grinchmas and Christmas in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Beyond the parks, visitors c read more…
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Closures, Detours, Delays for Continuing I-4 Construction in Orlando
The Florida Department of Transportation announces the following traffic impacts associated with I-4 construction activities in the Orlando metro area, through December 1, 2021.
Area 1 – Kirkman Rd to John Young Parkway
Intermittent nightly lane closure on WB I-4 from SR-50/Colonial Dr. to Sand Lake Rd: 1 right lane closed.Nov 01 – Dec 01: Everyday 8:30 PM – 6 AM
Intermittent nightly lane closure on EB I-4 from Sand Lake Rd. to SR-50/Colonial Dr: 1 right lane read more…
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Family Fun Activities in Daytona Beach, Florida
Daytona Beach, “the world’s most famous beach,” is 23 miles of stunning Atlantic shoreline on Florida’s east coast. It is a favorite for families, as its appeal and amazing line up of activities go well beyond the beach. There is fun any time of year, on the water and off, from a racetrack straightaway or the lighthouse lookout, immersed on a nature trail or amazed by an art exhibit. Located just an hour’s drive from Orlando, St. Augustine and the Kennedy Space Center, Daytona Beach is an easy read more…
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