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The Bellhop Bar at Universal Orlando

UPDATED: Universal Orlando’s limited-time pop-up bar for holidays 2018

November 14, 2018November 13, 2018 by Marc N. Kleinhenz

Loews Hotels, the company that manages all of Universal Orlando Resort’s various on-site hotels, started to experiment just a few years ago with two items … Read more

Cinematic Spectacular Dining Experience: VIP treatment for Universal’s evening lagoon show

July 26, 2018May 28, 2014 by Casie Shimansky

In all my years visiting Universal Studios Florida, I have never eaten at Lombard’s Seafood Grille in the San Francisco backlot of the park. We’ve … Read more

Cabana Bay Beach Resort: The thrills of staying at Universal’s newest on-site hotel

May 21, 2014 by Casie Shimansky

For over a year, I drove by Cabana Bay Beach Resort’s construction site, eagerly noting how much I couldn’t wait to experience it. Just based … Read more

Fogo de Chao on I-Drive: We sample the sizzling new bar menu & handcrafted cocktails

May 12, 2014 by Casie Shimansky

Fogo de Chao is best know for their continuous tableside service that includes 16 cuts of incredible meats in the main dining area. Guests control … Read more

Rocky Horror Picture Show at Universal CityWalk: Giving in to absolute pleasure and a great night out

April 29, 2014 by Casie Shimansky

My love affair with The Rocky Horror Picture Show came late in life, and by late I mean that I only just discovered it in … Read more

Epcot’s Candlelight Processional: An enchanting holiday event that fills our spirit with classic Christmas cheer

January 1, 2016December 9, 2013 by Casie Shimansky

I admit, I’m one of those potentially annoying people who loves Christmas. This isn’t to say that I don’t eagerly await July 4th or St. … Read more

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Marc N. Kleinhenz’s first dream in life was to be an astronaut. His second was an Imagineer. While neither completely worked out, he now is the editor of Orlando Informer, along with being its main writer and podcast co-host. He’s also written for 32 other sites (including Screen Rant, IGN, The Escapist, and California Informer), has had his fiction featured in several publications, and has even taught English in Japan. Imagineering school won’t be too far behind.

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