The ultimate guide to International Drive
International Drive has served as a major corridor for Orlando visitors since 1972. It was originally conceived by a lawyer and real estate developer, Finley … Read more
International Drive has served as a major corridor for Orlando visitors since 1972. It was originally conceived by a lawyer and real estate developer, Finley … Read more
Orlando is famous for its theme parks and tourist destinations. When friends and family hear you’re heading for the City Beautiful, they often assume you’re … Read more
Orlando’s world-class attractions make it the number-one tourist area in the world, but what if vacationers aren’t the only beings this destination attracts? Consider this: … Read more
Welcome to Pointe Orlando, a playground for adults in the heart of Orlando’s International Drive. As a large, single-site complex, Pointe Orlando is one of the … Read more
In 1991, the first BB King’s Blues Club opened on the infamous Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. But, fortunately, you don’t have to go all … Read more
When I first moved to Orlando in 2012, it was common knowledge that The Florida Mall was the less-desirable shopping destination among our local options. … Read more
“Live as the locals do.” It’s a common tourism mantra that entices travelers to experience some of the less-frequent parts of any destination. In my … Read more
When someone mentions Orlando, the first things to come to mind are our world-class theme parks and wonderfully warm climate, but there’s so much more … Read more
Just in case this morning’s big SeaWorld Orlando news – revolving around the family-friendly Ice Breaker roller coaster – wasn’t enough for you, the company … Read more
When traveling, it’s always a good decision to research a few things prior to departure. What’s the weather like? What’s some native wildlife you might … Read more
Being born and raised in New Jersey gives you a few inalienable rights. For me, those were the New York Yankees, wanting to grow up … Read more
UPDATE (06.21.19): It breaks my heart to have to update my review this way. Recently, Copper Canyon has closed the doors of its International Drive location. … Read more
When you think of Florida, you likely think of summer – palm trees, a scorching sun, and a life spent by the water with fun frozen … Read more
Cooper’s Hawk is an award-winning restaurant and winery located at the intersection of International Drive and Sand Lake Road – the head of Restaurant Row. … Read more
I’m just going to come right out and say it: Yellow Dog Eats should be at the very top of your list of restaurants to visit … Read more
Looking for some indoor fun on a rainy day (or just any day, really) in Orlando? You can’t go wrong with Putting Edge’s glow-in-the-dark mini-golf. Located … Read more
Here you are! After saving your hard-earned money, booking your flight and hotel, and purchasing your Universal Orlando Resort tickets, you’re finally in Orlando, Florida! … Read more
On the one hand, the new Sesame Street land at SeaWorld Orlando is a pretty standard children’s area of a theme park; with its bright … Read more
After months of wild speculation, rumors, and anticipation, Busch Gardens today announced what is going to replace Busch Gardens Tampa’s long-suffering (and -shuttered) Gwazi wooden … Read more
After paying for admission to SeaWorld Orlando, then handing over $20 or more for parking, the last thing you want to do is spend a … Read more
Here’s a perfect quick-and-healthy restaurant idea: put out dozens of fresh-from-the-farm salad ingredients and toppings as a buffet, toss together a few handmade options for … Read more
When one thinks about Orlando, thoughts of theme parks and world-class attractions are often the first to come to mind; a record 68 million people … Read more
A trip to the movie theater can be just as much of a getaway from a holiday vacation as it is from everyday life, and, … Read more
WonderWorks is possibly the strangest and most intriguing attraction on International Drive. The look of the building itself is enough to draw anyone’s curiosity, as, … Read more
If you’re planning your first visit to Orlando, you want to make sure you’re as prepared as possible! If you’re responsible for creating the perfect … Read more
Mini golf is a great go-to for a wide variety of reasons – family bonding, a simple date night, or just an easy, non-theme park … Read more
With spring in full swing, some of us are focused on getting our swimsuits ready for summer vacation. If you’re planning a trip to Orlando, … Read more
Sponsored Post: our friends at The Escape Game asked us to write this. Prior to any communication, we were big fans and had already completed … Read more
2017, it’s safe to say, was an absolutely mammoth year for Orlando. From Volcano Bay to Pandora: The World of Avatar, Kraken Unleashed to Lego … Read more
Let’s be blunt: SeaWorld Entertainment isn’t doing very well right now. In late August, it was announced that its former CEO, Jim Atchison, is under … Read more
When it comes to roller coasters, a lot of people sometimes say bigger isn’t better, yet the theme parks, year after year, continue to push … Read more
April is National Autism Awareness Month and LEGOLAND Florida Resort is doing their part by announcing the addition of ‘Quiet Rooms,’ No-Wait Passes and Employee Training … Read more
One of the biggest problems facing tourists when they arrive in Central Florida is transportation; the last thing a number of visitors want to do … Read more
One of the most perennial, most fundamental questions to tackle during vacation planning has always been: do I take my children out of school for … Read more
LEGOLAND Florida Resort has officially opened its latest expansion at its resort in the shape of 83 colorful bungalows. Each bungalow features 166 separate rooms … Read more
If you’re a fan of the new LEGO Batman Movie, which has already grossed over $136 million at the box office since its February 10th … Read more
One of the biggest frustrations of a road trip is trying to entertain the kids so you and your kids don’t go crazy. LEGOLAND Florida … Read more
Skyplex on International Drive, the massive thrill ride tower complex that is scheduled to start construction later this year, just announced yet another thrill ride … Read more
We’re right in the middle of Orlando’s Magical Dining Month and if you’re visiting the Orlando area before October 3, you should consider indulging. What … Read more
When planned correctly, wearing a cute dress on your vacation to the Orlando theme parks can be another memorable and fun aspect of your vacation. … Read more
Note from the Editor: This is by far the hardest article I’ve ever had to publish on our site. However, when Dani pitched the idea, … Read more
Orlando’s tallest, fastest, and longest coaster is now open at SeaWorld. This week, Orlando Informer took on Mako and filmed the result. However, we weren’t interested … Read more
So you had enough of the theme parks. Or to begin with, you were never a fan of the parks. Or maybe you just want … Read more
Everyone knows that Universal Orlando Resort, at “just” 840 acres, is rather limited on real-estate. Yes, there’s the 50-acre Wet ‘n Wild property, which is … Read more
All US Universal, Disney, and SeaWorld parks have added additional security measures for the holiday season, in what appears to be a coordinated decision. The security … Read more
Today during a Orange County Board of County Commissioners public hearing, the request to rezone SkyPlex’s development plot to allow for it to be the … Read more
Security at Universal Orlando’s main entrance. Today is the 14th anniversary of September 11, 2001, a day that many of us remember with great sadness. … Read more
Ever wonder if you’re the only one upset by the rude behaviors of others when you visit a theme park? It seems “Zombie Chris” thought … Read more
It goes without saying that the most critical aspect of a theme park ride is the ride itself. But there are, of course, other elements … Read more
When it comes to visiting Florida from another country, the two most popular airports tourists will arrive at will be Orlando International (MCO) or Sanford … Read more