Posted on October 20, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Gatlinburg to Host Film Festival
Gatlinburg’s 1st film festival, Gatlinburg ScreenFest, will feature the work of area filmmakers, and be held March 13-15, 2008 at the River Terrace Resort and Convention Center. Festival Director Jessee Black came up with the idea of having a film festival in the resort town while working at the River Terrace [...]
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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 19, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Orlando is making waves for all the new services and experiences that are being offered.
From new areas of the country that Orlando will be serving to new experiences and the end of an era at Walt Disney World to annual scary events, there is a lot going on in Orlando despite the travel trends. [...]
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Posted on September 12, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Contact:
Mark Waltrip, Chief Operating Officer
Mark_waltrip@wgresorts.com
(407) 351-3351 ext.121
www.wgparkcity.com
Park City, UT September 12, 2008– America’s premier destination mountain resort, Westgate Park City Resort & Spa, has opened the doors to a highly anticipated expansion that includes the all-new Bison Lodge and Moose Lodge. Completion of this project brings the number of keys at Westgate Park City Resort & [...]
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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 August 14, 2008 by westgatedestinations
First Lets Do Some Speculating: Rumors
What’s Next for SeaWorld?
It has been reported that the co-owner of Universal Orlando is considering buying Orlando-based Busch Entertainment Corp., SeaWorld.
U.K. newspaper, The Telegraph, reported that Blackstone, a U.S. private equity firm that owns a 50 percent stake in the world’s second-largest themed attractions operator, is a suitor to buy [...]
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Posted on June 26, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Be sure to check out the first part of the July 4th celebrations going on across the U.S. Here are some other locations with events this upcoming holiday weekend.
Myrtle Beach, SC 4th of July Celebration
Myrtle Beach is holding its 16th Annual July 4th Fireworks Display from 9:30 PM until 10:30 PM at 3500 N Ocean [...]
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Posted on June 25, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Naturally the 4th of July is a time for celebration. Here are some ideas if you are trying to find a quick getaway or even something that is local to you.
Mesa, Arizona 4th of July Celebration
Held at Mesa Community College Riggs Stadium, only 15 miles from Westgate Painted Mountain Country Club, on July 4th. Gates open [...]
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Posted on June 19, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Fourth of July in Orlando
Beautiful Cranes Roost Park lights up with an immensely popular festival and fireworks display that includes live music from nationally and international known entertainers, as well as an awesome fireworks display and food/beverage booths. Sponsored by the City of Altamonte Springs and XL 106.7 FM, Red Hot & Boom! is the largest [...]
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Posted on May 20, 2008 by westgatedestinations
Hard Rock Park is Now Open
The world’s first rock’ n ’roll theme park is in Myrtle Beach and opened this month and is the first major new attraction to be built in the U.S. in nearly a decade. As the largest single tourism investment in South Carolina history, Hard Rock Park will celebrate the spirit [...]
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