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The Holy Land Experience is one of my favorite places to go in Orlando. I've been going there since it first opened.
I recently wrote a candid review of the Holy Land Experience for http://www.tripadvisor.com It went something like this...
Our first visit to The Holy Land Experience was not long after it opened and we continued to visit the park every time we came to Florida. Now, we live near Orlando and visit even more often. Obviously, there is much we like about spending our time and money there.
We were not at first pleased with the changes TBN made after they bought the park in 2007. We had loved the "authentic" feel of the pre-TBN park and were somewhat put off by the "show biz" atmosphere they brought in.
On the other hand, they also poured millions into upgrading and promoting the park and the performances and attendance has gone up. Still, we have never had to fight the crowds, even though seating is at a premium for the shows. I often have to stand or sit on the ground.
We are warming up to TBN's changes and actually beginning to applaud them. The dancing water is lovely and the landscaping is restored. There are more attractions, shows and people to help you with anything from prayer to finding what you want to eat.
The main cafe is quite small, but the line moves quickly, the food is good and the portions large. We have not eaten at any of the stands, but have enjoyed drinks and fantastic desserts at the coffee shop.
Plan to arrive early to take in the morning performances, and be sure to find a seat over by the Garden Tomb well in advance of the Crucifixion/Resurrection because that is always the highlight of the day and draws a crowd.
All in all, we feel the Holy Land Experience is worth your time and money, is educational, inspirational and entertaining. Now that we're locals, we bring visiting friends and relatives to the park as well as Disney, considering these our favorite Orlando attractions. Don't miss either of them!!
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There was a tendency for Christian reviewers to extoll the park without reservation, but I prefer to give an unbiased report as I felt about it. Of course, the evangelistic outreach is the best part of it all.
I recently wrote a candid review of the Holy Land Experience for http://www.tripadvisor.com It went something like this...
Our first visit to The Holy Land Experience was not long after it opened and we continued to visit the park every time we came to Florida. Now, we live near Orlando and visit even more often. Obviously, there is much we like about spending our time and money there.
We were not at first pleased with the changes TBN made after they bought the park in 2007. We had loved the "authentic" feel of the pre-TBN park and were somewhat put off by the "show biz" atmosphere they brought in.
On the other hand, they also poured millions into upgrading and promoting the park and the performances and attendance has gone up. Still, we have never had to fight the crowds, even though seating is at a premium for the shows. I often have to stand or sit on the ground.
We are warming up to TBN's changes and actually beginning to applaud them. The dancing water is lovely and the landscaping is restored. There are more attractions, shows and people to help you with anything from prayer to finding what you want to eat.
The main cafe is quite small, but the line moves quickly, the food is good and the portions large. We have not eaten at any of the stands, but have enjoyed drinks and fantastic desserts at the coffee shop.
Plan to arrive early to take in the morning performances, and be sure to find a seat over by the Garden Tomb well in advance of the Crucifixion/Resurrection because that is always the highlight of the day and draws a crowd.
All in all, we feel the Holy Land Experience is worth your time and money, is educational, inspirational and entertaining. Now that we're locals, we bring visiting friends and relatives to the park as well as Disney, considering these our favorite Orlando attractions. Don't miss either of them!!
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There was a tendency for Christian reviewers to extoll the park without reservation, but I prefer to give an unbiased report as I felt about it. Of course, the evangelistic outreach is the best part of it all.
© 2006 by Iona Hoeppner
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