Top 5 animal encounters at Busch Gardens Tampa
Busch Gardens Tampa is known for its amazing thrill rides, including the Falcon’s Fury drop tower that delivers a one-of-a-kind ride experience. But the park … Read more
Disney’s best dining? Not in the parks
“So, where’s the best place to eat while I’m at Disney?” It’s a favorite question on forums across the internet, partially because the dining options … Read more
Riding Busch Garden’s Falcon’s Fury for the first time
After months of delays at Busch Gardens Tampa, Falcon’s Fury was opened to the public at noon on Tuesday, September 2. Three days later, it … Read more
6 Things You Need to Know about The Orlando Eye
Orlando is chock full of big amusements; towering icons, colossal entertainment, and ginormous thrills are just a few of the reasons tourists and locals alike … Read more
What’s New at Busch Gardens Tampa (February 2015)
My husband and I ended up with the same weekday off of work, so we used this rare opportunity to visit Busch Gardens Tampa without … Read more
Pantopia at Busch Gardens Tampa: Tour the park’s newest land and learn its secrets
By now, almost everyone has heard of the new ride “opening soon” at Busch Gardens Tampa, Falcon’s Fury. This 335-foot-tall drop tower, with a 90-degree … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa trip report – July 2014 (Summer Nights extravaganza, Rhino Rally reopens, Falcon’s Fury more beautiful than ever)
I’d heard so many great things about Summer Nights at Busch Gardens from last year that, this year, I jumped at the chance to go. … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando Summer Nights 2014: New shows and experiences keep the energy up after dark
With the arrival of summer comes the exciting addition of SeaWorld Orlando’s new summertime shows as part of Summer Nights 2014, running June 21 through … Read more
Duplo Valley: Making LEGOLAND Florida the very first theme park for the entire family
With so many theme parks to choose from in Central Florida, how do you choose which one to take your family to? Well, if you’ve … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – May 2014 (a new way to experience Antarctica, Shamu Stadium reopens, and more 50th anniversary celebrations)
This Mother’s Day, my family decided to spend time together at SeaWorld. It was hot and humid, but the crowds didn’t seem that bad at … Read more
Ihu’s Breakaway Falls at Aquatica: So exhilarating, it’s a rollercoaster with water
Ihu’s Breakaway Falls officially opens at Aquatica today, May 9. This is the tallest, steepest, and only multi-drop tower slide of its kind in Orlando. … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa trip report – April 2014 (Falcon’s Fury test runs, Pantopia progress, “Iceploration” & the new Refresh Market)
When we asked my daughter whether she wanted a party for her birthday or to bring a friend with her to Busch Gardens, she only … Read more
Delving into the Sea of Surprises: Celebrating SeaWorld’s 50th anniversary with unexpected fun & style
The lighthouse has been repainted and the Sky Tower has been redecorated for SeaWorld’s Sea of Surprises celebration of its 50th birthday. Terry Prather, president … Read more
SeaWorld trip report – March 2014 (Sea of Surprises construction, Pets Ahoy, restaurant reviews, Ihu’s Breakaway Falls & Just for Kids Festival)
As we arrived at SeaWorld this past weekend, we could tell they had done a lot of renovations for the 50th anniversary celebration that starts … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – February 2014 (Bands, Brew & BBQ, Larry the Cable Guy, Shamu Up Close)
When SeaWorld announced that Larry the Cable Guy would be the headline event at Bands, Brew & BBQ this past Sunday, we knew we had … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa trip report – February 2014 (Bands, Brew & BBQ, Falcon’s Fury construction & Rhino Rally reopening)
This past weekend was the start of Bands, Brew & BBQ at Busch Gardens. With the chance to drink unlimited beer, I grabbed my husband … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – January 2014 (dolphin encounters, Wild Days Sea Rescue & Shamu Up Close)
Even with temperatures below what any Floridian would call comfortable, we couldn’t miss the Wild Days Sea Rescue at SeaWorld last weekend. As we arrived, … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa trip report – January 2014 (hungry birds at Lory Landing, Falcon’s Fury construction, first ride on SheiKra)
January is Pass Holder appreciation month at Busch Gardens – each annual pass can get a guest in for free this month! That news sent … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – December 2013 (penguin & dolphin encounters, Christmas shows, Groupon deal) [UPDATED]
Arriving out SeaWorld last Sunday for my monthly trip report, I saw that the morning rain and resulting chill must have chased off the majority … Read more
Busch Gardens Tampa trip report – December 2013 (Christmas Town special event, Falcon’s Fury update)
Amidst all the shopping and preparing for Christmas, I chose to add a new tradition to the mix this year: Busch Gardens Christmas Town. Since … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – November 2013 (the holidays are here as SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration begins)
Last Saturday, after a day of running errands, finding Thanksgiving recipes, and last minute grocery shopping, we couldn’t wait to get down to SeaWorld for … Read more
Busch Garden Tampa trip report – November 2013 (hands-on at the Animal Care Center, Falcon’s Fury construction & more)
Editor’s note: I want to let our readers know that, with the addition of Salina as a contributor to our blog, Orlando Informer is now … Read more
SeaWorld Orlando trip report – October 2013 (our first in a new series)
Last Saturday my family and I set off to see the Spooktacular happenings at SeaWorld Orlando. Little did we know everyone else apparently had the … Read more