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Make Way for Mako
Though it’s primarily known for its wide
array of marine life, SeaWorld Orlando is
no stranger to thrill rides. Next summer,
the theme park will step up its game with
the opening of Mako, the tallest and
fastest roller coaster in Orlando.
Reaching a top speed of 73 miles per
hour, the shark-themed coaster will peak
at a chilling 200 feet and run in a loop
adjacent to the Shark Encounter attrac-
tion, alongside the park’s central lake.
While guests will never be upside-down,
the ride’s developers promise nine
instances of “air time” (weightlessness)
during the 3-minute ride.
News & Notes
18 INTERVAL WORLD ■ Fall 2015 IntervalWorld.com
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Downtown: Things Will Be Great
Historic Downtown Kissimmee is seeing a resurgence in
popularity as of late, and there’s no question why: from dining
to shopping to leisurely strolling, it’s the perfect blend of old-
time appeal and thoroughly modern attractions. Start out at
its heart, Dakin Avenue, where you’ll find a number of restau-
rants and bars such as Savion’s Place, which serves
Caribbean fare with an American twist. Shopping abounds in
this area, but you’d be remiss to pass up Lanier’s Historic
Downtown Marketplace, an 18,000-square-foot mall fully
stocked with antiques and collectibles. For a tranquil respite,
head to Kissimmee Lakefront Park, nestled along the bank of
Lake Tohopekaliga; don’t miss the 50-foot-tall sculpture con-
structed of artifacts (think stones, fossils, and pieces of
buildings) from around the world.
spotlight
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