Universal Studios’ Classic Monsters Cafe Has Closed
It’s aliiiiiiive no more! Another beloved classic in Production Central at Universal Studios Florida is closing its doors. This time, it’s not an attraction. Universal … Read more
Salt & Straw Opens, Guardians Mixtape Revealed, and Return of the Yeti: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (April 18 – 24, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for April 18, 2022. 1. Salt & Straw Opened Salt & Straw’s newest location is right … Read more
Fast Forward to Guardians of the Galaxy Opening, Vegan Witches Rejoice, and SeaWorld’s Seven Seas: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (April 11 – 17, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for April 11, 2022. 1. Guardians of the Galaxy Launching May 27 Disney has announced new … Read more
Staff Picks: All-time Best Houses at Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights 2022 is just around the corner, with tickets already on sale and dates listed for fall. This season, guests can enjoy this … Read more
Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind to Launch on May 27
The long-awaited official launch date for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind has finally been revealed. Mark your calendars for May 27. It’s been almost … Read more
Hugs for Mickey Mouse, EPCOT Announcements, and Curtain Call for Mardi Gras: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 28 – April 3, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of March 28: 1. Disney Hugs are Back After more than two full … Read more
Why Character Meet & Greets Returning Are a Huge Deal
Meet and greets are officially coming back – for real – beginning April 18. This afternoon, Walt Disney World Resort announced that they will be reintroducing … Read more
Menu Revealed: Connections Cafe to Feature Global Favorites
Over the past few weeks, more and more signage has gone up around Connections Cafe, the soon-to-be newest eatery at EPCOT. While it was recently … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights Confirmed, Guardians Closer to Opening, and Perfect Date Nights: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 20 – 27, 2022)
1. Halloween Horror Nights Confirmed for 2022 Mark your calendars! Halloween Horror Nights 2022 will return on September 2 and run select nights through October 31. … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury Open, TRON on Track, and Wild Festivals: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 13 – 20, 2022)
1. Universal Orlando Resort Opens First Official Quiet Room This week, Universal Orlando Resort officially opened their first quiet room. This updated space is available … Read more
First Look: New Quiet Room at Universal Studios Florida
Today, Universal Orlando Resort opened their first designated Quiet Room, a space where guests can enjoy a “safe, quiet, low-stimulation” environment to take a sensory … Read more
Poseidon’s Fury NOW OPEN at Universal’s Islands of Adventure
After nearly two years since it closed its doors, Poseidon’s Fury has reopened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Nestled between Seuss Landing and Hogsmeade, the … Read more
Iron Gwazi Launches, TRON Ready to Test, and Super Nintendo World Coming to America: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (March 6 – 13, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of March 6. 1. Iron Gwazi Launches Iron Gwazi opened at Busch … Read more
The Ultimate Advice for a Successful runDisney Race Day
You’ve undoubtedly heard of the Disney runs and seen pictures of fanatics at start lines early in the morning. But what’s all the fuss about? … Read more
Flower & Garden Festival, Guardians of the Galaxy, and Hagrid’s Return to Early Park Admission: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (February 27 – March 5, 2022)
1. EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival EPCOT’s International Flower & Garden Festival kicks off springtime in Orlando. From now through July 4, guests can … Read more
Star Wars Hotel, Festival of Fantasy, and Seven Seas Food Festival: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (February 20 – 27, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need for the week of February 20. 1. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser The star of the show this week … Read more
Mask Mandate Updates, Ice Breaker Opens, and Disney’s Designing Neighborhoods: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (Feb 13 – 19, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of February 13. 1. Mask Mandates Changing With all the recent changes in … Read more
Keys to the Kingdom, Mardi Gras Kickoff, and Seven Seas Food Festival: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 30 – February 6, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of January 30. 1. Key Experiences Return to Disney World After nearly two … Read more
A First Look Inside the 2022 Mardi Gras Tribute Store
The 2022 Mardi Gras Tribute Store is the third iteration of its kind at Universal Orlando Resort, but this themed, immersive shop has become a … Read more
ALL THINGS NEW! Disney Entertainment Revealed, Toothsome Grand Opening, and Monsters Tribute Store Shocks: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 24 – 30, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for January 24, 2022 1. Seven Seas Food Festival Menus and Concert Lineup Revealed SeaWorld Orlando … Read more
We’re Flying 1,000 Miles For…A Milkshake We Could Get in Orlando?
Philadelphia is known for having one of the richest histories in the United States, and it recently became richer in another sense with the opening … Read more
NEW Tribute Store Revealed! Universal Monsters: A Tribute to the Creatures of the Night at Universal Studios Florida
Another Tribute Store has officially opened at Universal Studios Florida. While the Mardi Gras Tribute Store doesn’t open to the public until next Friday, guests … Read more
New Walt Disney World Entertainment Announced: Parades, New Cavalcades, and Stage Show Revealed Today!
In keeping with the spirit of 50th anniversary celebrations, Walt Disney World made some exciting announcements early this afternoon regarding cavalcades and parades coming this … Read more
A New Tribute Store, Mardi Gras Updates, and Iron Gwazi Officially Opening: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 17 – 23, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of January 17 – 23. 1. A New Tribute Store…of Sorts Construction walls … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Announces Iron Gwazi Opening Date
In September of 2019 (ah, remember then?) SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment announced that Busch Gardens Tampa Bay would be opening an all-new, one-of-a-kind coaster the … Read more
Mardi Gras Concerts, EPCOT’s Festivals, and a Minion Takeover: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 10 – 16, 2022)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for January 10 – 16. 1. Universal Orlando Resort Mardi Gras 2022 Concert Lineup Announced This … Read more
Everything Coming to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando in 2022 and Beyond
2021 is so last year, and I think I can speak for many of us when I say I’m looking forward to 2022 and all … Read more
The Best and Worst Times to go to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando in 2022 and 2023
There’s nothing worse than meticulously planning out a family vacation and allowing the excitement and anticipation to build only to arrive at your destination and … Read more
New Coasters, Ride Closures, and Festival Food Revealed: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (January 1 – 9)
1. The Ice Has Broken After delays, SeaWorld Orlando officially announced that their newest roller coaster, Ice Breaker, will open on February 18, 2022. Located … Read more
2022 EPCOT International Festival of the Arts Food and Beverage Menus REVEALED
Next week marks the kick-off of the EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, an event that celebrates the visual, performing, and culinary arts across the … Read more
The NEWEST Roller Coaster in Orlando Announces Opening Date
In 2019, SeaWorld Orlando announced that their newest roller coaster would launch in 2020. In 2020, the launch date was pushed back to Spring 2021, … Read more
New Year Updates: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap
HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE! We hope you all had a wonderful and restorative holiday season full of good food, family visits, and plenty of fun! … Read more
End of the Year Updates: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap
The Orlando Informer family extends sincere and warm holiday wishes to you all. As 2021 comes to a close, we reflect on the value of … Read more
A Tribute to Earl the Squirrel, Celebrities Coming to EPCOT, and SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (November 8 – 14)
1. A Tribute to Earl the Squirrel The star of the show this week was the opening of the 2021 Holiday Tribute Store in Universal … Read more
Holiday Announcements at Universal, SeaWorld Celebrates Christmas, and Disney’s Latest Merch: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (November 1 – 7)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for November 1 – 7. 1. Mannheim Steamroller Rolls Back into the Holidays Universal Orlando Resort … Read more
Mannheim Steamroller Concerts, Holiday Food, and More Announced for 2021 at Universal Orlando Resort
Halloween is officially behind us, and now all eyes are laser-focused on the winter holidays just around the corner. Universal Orlando Resort made some major … Read more
Holidays in Hogsmeade, runDisney Returns, and Sightings at SeaWorld: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 25 – 31)
1. Holidays in Hogsmeade As Halloween is on its way out, the Holidays at Hogwarts are back in Hogsmeade. Lights, ornaments, and garlands can be … Read more
Walt Disney World Holiday Food Menus REVEALED
‘Tis the season! This week, Walt Disney World Resort released what official holiday food items would be available across the parks and at the on-site … Read more
REVIEW: Harbor Nights at Loews Portofino Bay 2021
A cool waterfront breeze. Savory ciabatta sandwiches. Live opera. A wide assortment of wines. Sound like an evening on the Italian riviera? Close. It’s an … Read more
HHN Curtain Call, Disney Genie Debut, and Holidays on Deck: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 18 – 14)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of October 18 – 24. 1. It’s Not Goodbye, It’s See You Later … Read more
Songs, Slides, and Spirits: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 11 – 17)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of October 11 – 17. 1. We’re Dreaming of a White Christmas … Read more
Holiday Headlines at Walt Disney World Resort
How do you make the 50th anniversary celebration even more magical? Easy – you add a slew of holiday events and entertainment to bring season’s … Read more
Our Top Ten Tips for Visiting SeaWorld Orlando
It takes a lot to plan a family trip of any kind, much less one to one of the most popular theme parks in America. … Read more
Shrek Sadness, Holiday Happiness, and Meeting the Mouse: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (October 4 – 10)
1. Who’s cutting onions? Two beloved attractions will close in January 2022 — one permanently, and one for maintenance. Shrek 4D will close its doors … Read more
Live Entertainment and Character Meet and Greets Return to Walt Disney World
It wouldn’t be the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World without full celebrations. While full-scale parades have yet to return, Disney announced this afternoon that … Read more
Disney Domination: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 27 – October 3)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of September 27– October 3. 1. The Most Magical Place on Earth The … Read more
RECAP: Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary Opening Day
You know it already, but we’ll say it again — yesterday, October 1, marked 50 years since Walt Disney World Resort opened its doors in … Read more
Frankenstein Foods, Space Selections, and a Plethora of Pageantries: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 20 – 26)
Here’s the Orlando theme-park news you need to know for the week of September 20 – 26. 1. Eat, Drink, and Be Scary Now that … Read more
Review: EPCOT’s Space 220 Restaurant
It takes a space shuttle around eight minutes to break the earth’s atmosphere. Yesterday, it took us nearly six hours. Despite the delays, our team … Read more
Velvet Sessions, Howl-O-Scream, and Finding Nemo: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 13 – 19)
Here’s the theme park news you need to know for the week of September 13 – 19. 1. Great Fall Date Nights at Universal Orlando … Read more
