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Podcast Tour: Orlando United - The Red Thread of Resilience

Orlando, USAby Red Thread

  • 2.5 hours
  • Free cancellation
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  • Up to 99 travelers
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

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Overview

Step beyond the headlines and discover the heartbeat of Orlando. This redthread tour does not focus on the darkness of June 12, 2016, but on the blinding light of a community's response. Walk with us through the SoDo neighborhood as we uncover grassroots stories of heroism, spontaneous sanctuaries, and the unbreakable spirit of the LGBTQ+ and Latino communities. This is a journey of memory, healing, and the radical power of love. - A 6.5 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 150 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Social Fabric & Everyday Life - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

What's included

  • Verified facts woven into an engaging story
  • Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
  • Precise navigation between the stops
  • Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals

    Itinerary

    1. 1

      Stop 1

      10 min

      The site where thousands of Orlando residents lined up to donate blood, showcasing the city's immediate, visceral response to help.

    2. 2

      Stop 2

      10 min

      The Level 1 Trauma Center that treated 44 victims, highlighting the medical community's resilience and institutional preparedness.

    3. 3

      Stop 3

      10 min

      A quiet park that transformed into a temporary memorial space with 49 white crosses, allowing the public to collectively mourn.

    4. 4

      Stop 4

      10 min

      The site of the tragedy, currently transitioning from an interim memorial to a permanent sacred space of remembrance.

    5. 5

      Stop 5

      10 min

      A local park where SoDo residents gathered away from the media to process the localized trauma of the tragedy.

    6. 6

      Stop 6

      10 min

      An affirming LGBTQ+ church that provided immediate spiritual support and continues to foster community resilience.

    Meeting and pickup

    From Orlando's main station, take local public transport toward the OneBlood Orlando Main Donor Center on Commodity Circle. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes. Check the current local connection on the day of travel. The tour starts outside the center.

    End point

    The tour ends at Joy Metropolitan Community Church, 2351 South Ferncreek Avenue. From here, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Orlando's main station. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.

    Good to know

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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