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![]() Compliments of Gaylord Palms Resort Suggested ReadingElsewhere on the WebGaylord Palms' ICE!Best of Florida Christmas is a Winter WonderlandICE! will return to the Gaylord Palms Resort again this year to chill and thrill guests as part of the resort's "Best of Florida Christmas" celebration. The holiday attraction is hand-carved from nearly two million pounds of ice that creates a winter experience like no other in Florida. The popular family experience gives guests a chance to visit a whimisical winter wonderland of interactive environments and larger-than-life, three-dimensional ice monuments and sculptures. The enormous structure used to house ICE! dubbed "The Florida Fridge" is cooled to a chilly nine degrees making it necessary for the resort to provide oversized winter coats for visitors to wear. The unique attraction has garnered national recognition from USA Today, The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Southern Living magazine, and Travel + Leisure magazine. "Not only is the artistry amazing to enjoy, but the brisk environment inside the attraction creates a winter holiday experience like no other in the Sunshine State rosy cheeks and all!" said John Caparella, general manager of Gaylord Palms. "Visitors to ICE! find that they 'connect' on an emotional level as well."
ICE! DetailsIn its fifth year, ICE! will feature several new or revised scenes, including a walk-through igloo and a towering gingerbread candy house, meticulously hand-carved from enormous blocks of colored ice. Some elements will return for an encore, including the signature scene, a life-size Nativity carved completely of crystal-clear ice. It is undoubtedly one of the most breathtaking depictions of the birth of Christ.In addition, this year's Best of Florida Christmas program will include several new or revised activities:
ICE! Skating
"A Winter's Night" Christmas Show
Hidden Holiday Gnome Hunt, featuring The Roaming Gnome
Visit Santa
Christmas in Florida: The County Wreath Collection
Brunch with Mrs. Claus
Pumpkin Space and Everthing Nice After freezing your "noses and toeses," you'll be ready to enjoy a cup of hot cocoa in the ICE! Cavern, a pre- and post-show area, where the ICE! experience continues. Here additional "Best of Florida Christmas" activities, such as family shows, atmosphere entertainment, special meals and visits with Santa take place. This is one special holiday event you won't want to miss!
Special PackagesMost activities are intended for both day guests and hotel guests, but this year's celebration will include some special experiences exclusively for guests who purchase the Best of Florida overnight package. Included will be:
Ticket InformationICE! will be open daily during the holiday season from November 19, 2007 through January 3, 2008. ICE! tickets begin at $9.99 plus tax for adults and run through $24.99 plus tax, depending on the type of ticket and the day of the week. Discounted tickets may be purchased online in advance at www.gaylordpalms.com/ice.Further information regarding tickets, special holiday packages or reservations is available online at www.gaylordpalms.com or by calling 407-586-4-ICE.
DirectionsThe Gaylord Palms Resort is located at 6000 W. Osceola Parkway in Kissimmee. >Driving DirectionsSuggested ReadingElsewhere on the Web |
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