Fans of the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise will be excited to hear what Walt Disney Studios chairman Dick Cook revealed about 2011. Cook stood before a crowd of about 5,000 Disney fanatics and announced he had a special treat for them. In 2011 Disney will release the next installment of Pirates of the Caribbean, the popular franchise that stars Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom and Keira Knightley in a series of swashbuckling adventures with Depp’s character Captain Jack Sparrow.

Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides will be the title of the new movie. At D23, however, it wasn’t only Cook that announced the awesome news, but Captain Jack Sparrow himself! As smoke filled the stage and the familiar theme song from the Pirates movie played, a pirate ship glided onto the stage commandeered by none other than Johnny Depp dressed in full Captain Jack regalia. The crowd went crazy for Depp who remained in character the entire time while he was on stage. We’re sure for many of the kids in the audience it was just like seeing their hero right before their eyes.

Up until now the Pirates films have been directed by Gore Verbinski, but he recently left the franchise to pursue other projects. While the newest film now has a title and Johnny Depp will be back as Captain Jack, the rumor mill is still buzzing about who will be the next director. Jerry Bruckheimer supposedly has his eye on Rob Marshal, director of movies like Chicago, Nine and Memoirs of a Geisha, to direct the new pirate flick, but we’ll just have to wait and see until further details come out. If you can’t wait for the new movie why not have a watch party marathon and check out Pirates of the Caribbean, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest and Pirates of the Caribbean: At World’s End.

The best way to get in the pirates mood is head down to Walt Disney World Resort and check out the attraction that inspired the movies over at the Magic Kingdom: Pirates of the Caribbean. While you’re there check out the Pirate’s League where you get to dress up like your favorite Pirates of the Caribbean character as well!

Occasionally, Florida’s green and sunshine-lit landscape does turn murky, and those bright skies turn a bleak gray. Sometimes, as it happens every so often in Florida, you might even find that it rains while the sun is high in the sky. Regardless, when the weather isn’t ideal for romping around Orlando theme parks, that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Rainy days are perfect for catching a different kind of popular attraction, the dinner show. And with three incredible Orlando shows to choose from in particular, you’ll discover that there’s no such thing as melancholy weather in this city.

First up is the Pirate Dinner Adventure, which will take you out of the rain outside and into a watery adventure on the high seas. From the moment they enter the lagoon and climb on a pirate ship, guests are literally part of the show as they interact with the crew in pirate games, songs, and challenges. One of the most unique dinner shows in Orlando, Pirate Dinner Adventure dazzles nightly with swordplay, aerial artists, and acrobatics, as well as a colorful swashbuckling tale. And after partying with the pirates, you’ll wine and dine on a hearty meal served by the Pirate’s accommodating wait staff.

Or for something more traditional, experience a tried and true classic with the Medieval Times dinner show. Celebrating its 25th year in the US, Medieval brings the past to life every night with a merry show of medieval revelry, tradition, and competitions. Audience members will feel like royalty as they watch jousts on horseback from the comfort of stadium seating. You’ll be caught up in the excitement as you root for your favorite knight while he attempts to win the heart of the princess. And as you take in all the pageantry, you’ll enjoy a feast fit for kings including roast chicken, spare ribs, and more.

Finally, you can’t go wrong with Orlando’s #1 dinner show, Arabian Nights, which delights audiences with a one-of-a-kind show filled with fantasy, romance, and adventure, not to mention some of the most magnificent horses you’ll ever see. Taking place in a 140,000 square-foot equestrian arena – climate controlled, we might add – you’ll be amazed as expert riders perform incredible feats and tell a story of epic proportions.

Arabian Nights tells the story of Princess Scheherazade, who is celebrating her birthday. However, the plot thickens when an unexpected party guest arrives. Love will battle to overcome evil in this classic tale featuring plenty of magic, stunning sets and costumes, and the mysterious Black Stallion. While all the action is happening on the arena floor, you’ll also dine on an excellent three-course feast.

So when the weather outside gets frightful, don’t hole up in your hotel room; instead, enjoy the indoor delights of one of the Orlando dinner shows. They’ll far surpass anything you would have watched on TV. And remember to save on your Arabian, pirate, or medieval merriments with discount dinner show tickets at DWTickets.com.