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If you’re thinking of making a return visit to Florida’s Walt Disney World in the new year, there are plenty of attractions that have opened in late 2007 or are ready to open soon. Choose from the following to add to your must see list in 2008:

• High School Musical 2: School’s Out: This attraction opened in October 2007 and features a song and dance show with a family sing-a-long; you can hear songs like “What Time Is It?” “I Don’t Dance” and “All for One.”
• Toy Story Mania: A 3D ride through all kinds of games - you can launch virtual darts, flying rings and eggs at the characters throughout the journey.
• Jedi Training Academy: Take your kids to the Star Wars show and they might be picked from the audience for training on using a light saber and other secret Jedi techniques.
• 2008 Block Party Bash: From Spring 2008, the street parade to be known as the Block Party Bash is touted as the most interactive parade Disney’s ever had, and will feature more than 20 famous characters.
• Playhouse Disney Live on Stage: If you’re visiting Disney World with younger children, then this show includes favorite characters from the Disney Channel programs like Mickey Mouse Clubhouse and Handy Manny.

Tucked into the base of the Great Smokey Mountains is Ghost Town in the Sky, one of North Carolina’s most popular tourist attractions.

The brainchild of R.B. Coburn, The Ghost Town in the Sky, opened to the public on May 1, 1961 and instantly became a million dollar idea. During its heyday a multitude of stars made appearances, but as the western slid out of favor so did the theme park. By the early 2000s the park was falling into disrepair and closed due to safety concerns. Luckily, it was purchased in 2006, millions were pumped into its refurbishing and The Ghost Town in the Sky is once again open to the public.

This family fun park is designed to appeal to every age group and features staged gun fights, live music and shows, thrilling rides and attractions. Once in the authentic western town you can visit the two saloons, schoolhouse, jail, or church. Dance hall girls perform for guests while gun fights blaze outside. And, if you’re lucky, you’ll catch a glimpse of the authentic Cherokee Indian dancers and musicians.

The newest addition to the park is Heritage Town Square where you can take a tour through 40 years of Ghost Town memorabilia, examine craftsman handiwork, and even try your hand at gold mining.

Santa Monica is a part of Los Angeles, but it’s distinctly different from the rest of the city. The real heart of Santa Monica lies in the sense of community amongst the people who live there. This creates not only a great place to live, but also a great place for visitors because of the number of community events which are put on that invite visitors to mingle with residents.

For example, throughout the summer, a free concert series is held at Santa Monica Pier. The Santa Monica Pier is traditionally a tourist area and you’ll find a lot to do there. You can fish in the Pacific Ocean, enjoy arcades and a few carnival rides, go shopping at the nearby Third Street Promenade, and support local artisans, musicians and street performers. But you can also go here to enjoy community events such as those free concerts.

The other great event that you won’t want to miss in Santa Monica is the Farmer’s Market. People come from the surrounding L.A. areas to support the local farmers who sell their food at this event. It happens on Wednesdays and Sundays as well as in two different locations on Saturdays. It’s a great place to meet the people of Santa Monica who make this lively urban area seem like a small hometown. And the flowers, produce and food available have to be experienced to be believed.

Photos via flickr cc: 1. Santa Monica Farmers’ Market., 2. Flowers., 3. Santa Monica Farmers’ Market., 4. Rainbow of tomatoes, 5. Bundles of vitamin A, 6. Berries, 7. Artichoke, 8. Fresh from the oven!, 9. Peppers on a stick, 10. Santa Monica Farmers’ Market, 11. Purple carrots. 12. EGGPLANT!, 13. Potato assortment

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