Posted on November 7, 2008 by westgatedestinations
There is always something fun to do with the kids if you just look! No matter where you are, there are activities for kids of all ages. And if it’s FREE it’s even better!
Orlando, FL
Festival of the Masters – November 7 – 9, 2008
Enjoy a brush with greatness as you meet over 150 award-winning national [...]
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Posted on October 29, 2008 by westgatedestinations
It’s that scary time of year again…Or maybe it’s not as scary as you thought. Seems like there is a mixture of innocent trick or treating mixed in with lots of haunts and ghouls this Halloween. Here is a rundown of some Halloween happenings.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
The Trick or Treat Kick Off Karnival will be October 31 [...]
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Posted on October 1, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Sesame Street is coming to Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Elmo, Cookie Monster and the rest of the Sesame Street® crew is coming to Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The theme park recently announced plans to expand its children’s offerings with an all new Sesame Street area slated to open within the England section of the park in 2009.
The Sesame [...]
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Posted on September 15, 2008 by westgatedestinations
When the tourists come to Orlando, Florida they are looking for fun things to do. Usually this includes some sort of theme park, shopping or golf. But to those in the know, i.e. residents, we know there are lots of other great things to do in town. Today the focus is on the other entertaining [...]
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Posted on August 28, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Tunica, MS – Not just a place to gamble
If you happen to be in the area of Tunica, Mississippi this Fall be sure to check out some of the area’s festivities. There are also many different horse shows being held as well.
The Tunica Arena and Expo Center hosts numerous horse shows in the Fall. The [...]
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Posted on August 20, 2008 by westgatedestinations
It’s almost that time of year when the weather begins to shift to cooler temperatures, kids return to school and the landscape changes. In celebration of this time of year many communities hold Fall Festivals or other special events.
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
If you’re coming to the mountains, it only makes sense to stay in the mountains, and [...]
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Posted on July 31, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Christian Music Festivals
It’s summer and that of course means time for music festivals. Orlando, FL isn’t new to them with venues across the county to host the throngs of people that flock to hear the various musical acts. There is one weekend annually that is known for the Christian music festivals, the weekend after Labor [...]
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