What an incredible first full day we have had in Orlando already...and we're not even finished yet! We got up BRIGHT and EARLY this morning and met the bus at 5:15am to head out to Wallaby Ranch www.wallaby.com. The Wallaby Ranch offers year-round tandem hang gliding flights and hang gliding instruction, and is located just outside of Orlando. Trust us, it is well worth the trip! They use aerotowing techniques to pull the hang gliders up into the air and then disconnect to allow for that peaceful and incredible float to the ground. What an experience! We were expecting something wild that would be sure to get our adrenaline pumping, and instead discovered one very breathtaking and relaxing experience.
We were welcomed by a BEAUTIFUL sunrise!
I got to go FIRST!
Tyler landing from his great ride!
The Wallaby Ranch was the PERFECT backdrop for our first adventure in Orlando and in addition to hang gliding, it offers a wonderful camping community with great ammenities and beautiful scenery. It would be a great stop on any traveler's vacation!
After leaving the ranch, we headed to Skyventure Orlando for a little Indoor Skydiving. Our two morning activities could not have been more different, and yet we are in no way able to pick a favorite! The facilities at Skyventure are top notch and the staff was incredibly helpful and even more friendly. Now this activity, it definitely got our adrenaline pumping! The feeling of the wind hitting your face as you slowly fall into the tunnel is completely amazing and invigorating. Each person was in the tunnel for a minute and a half per turn and had the help of an instructor at all times. The instructors were a lot of fun and very patient! They used hand motions to help you get into the best position and did all they could to make sure you had a great time. We each got 2 turns in the tunnel and enjoyed watching everyone in the group have a go. You can only imagine the great faces people can make when their smiles are in the wind :)
The outside of Skyventure Orlando
Practicing our skills :)
Joey Fatone helps the Keys UNLOCK ORLANDO
Skyventure provides fun for EVERYONE! It is safe for children as young as 3 and if you are up for an adventure, it is a stop you will surely want to make.
And if we thought our day couldn't get any more action packed before noon, it was actually time to eat lunch at Taverna Opa http://www.opaorlando.com/home.php. This is a fabulous Greek Restaurant on International Drive with mouth wattering food and a lively atmosphere. The food never stopped coming and dish after dish was absolutely delicious. After we had finished indulging in the food, our waiter got us up and led us in a Greek dance around the restaurant. They turned the music up and, as we all danced together holding hands, they threw white napkins into the air, by the hundred, to help create an unforgettable dining experience. We're glad we didn't have to stay to clean up, but we sure did enjoy our time there!
Now, after a short break back at the houses, we are heading out for a themed dinner at Pirates Dinner Adventure www.piratesdinneradventure.com, which promises to be a great show! We are looking forward to dining with pirates and then heading out for a night on the town. Check back in the morning for pictures from the second half of what might be one of the most memorable days we have ever shared.
All Smiles,
Tyler and Lindsay
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