If you have a dinosaur fan between the ages of 3 and 12, they can get FREE admission to Dinosaur World on their birthday. Simply provide proof of their birthday at the gate. Click here for more free and special admission information.

Want to know more? Take a photo tour of Dinosaur World.

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Everyone should see Cirque du Soleil's La Nouba at least once in their lifetime; and, if you live in Florida, now is your chance to see this most amazing show. Florida residents are invited to "live it up" and experience Orlando's resident Cirque du Soleil show, La Nouba at Downtown Disney's West Side for 25% off the regular price of Category 2 seats.

La Nouba, by Cirque du Soleil, is presented exclusively at Walt Disney World Resort. The title of the show originates from the French phrase "faire la Nouba," which means "to party, to live it up." The spectacular performance features over 60 artists and a live orchestra in a mix of theatrical and circus arts that has been seen by more than eight million guests. La Nouba, which is presented twice nightly Tuesday through Saturday at Downtown Disney's West Side, first opened in December 1998 and has been a hit with tourists.

Floridians have also supported the show, so the cast is thanking Florida residents for their loyalty by offering the discount on select seats. Performances are Tuesdays through Saturdays at 6:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Discounted tickets are $66.75 (plus tax) for adults and $54.00 (plus tax) for children available at the box office or by calling 407-WDW-SEAT. The special tickets are available for performances Tuesdays through Fridays, January 31 through March 30, 2012.

• Discount applies to Category 2 ticket only (regularly $89-$72).
• Proof of Florida residency required.
• Tickets are subject to availability and restrictions apply.
• Cirque du Soleil dark days (no shows): Sundays, Mondays and select times throughout the year.

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Deciding whether it is cheaper to drive or fly to your vacation destination is getting more difficult. Gasoline prices and airline tickets fluctuate and often rise during the summer or near the holidays when most of us take our vacations. Check out these links to help you decide which is cheaper... or at least which is the best choice for you and your family.

• Is It Cheaper to Drive or Fly?
• If you have already decided to fly to Florida, check out my Florida Air Travel Guide
• If you have already decided to drive to Florida, check out my Florida Driving Guide

Guests will be shouting "throw me some beads" when Universal's Mardi Gras kicks off more than 15 years of beads, bands and good times, Saturday, February 11, with colorful parade floats and the B-52s in concert! Also performing during Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras will be The Grammy Award-winner Kelly Clarkson, Boyz II Men, Diana Ross and others. The popular event continues select nights through April 14, 2012.

Universal's Mardi Gras is more than just a parade and concerts. It is said to be the biggest and most authentic Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans. Guests enjoy the aromas and taste of authentic Cajun cuisine, hundreds of costumed characters and stilt walkers dancing in the streets; and, of course, party-goers will also enjoy Universal Studios' most popular attractions.

Plan your trip to Universal Orlando:

• Universal Orlando
• Universal Orlando Hotels

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