Coffee Locations at Universal Orlando Resort
It hits. That moment when the day’s fast pace has caught up with you and the world has suddenly hit the slow motion button. A … 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
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
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
Vegan and Vegetarian Options at Halloween Horror Nights
We all know that Halloween Horror Nights is full of frights and fun, but it’s also full of food! Whatever your taste, this annual event … 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
Shrek 4D closing in January 2022
Shrek 4D at Universal Studios Florida will close on January 10, 2022 after an 18-year career, during which it welcomed millions of visitors. Shrek’s Ye … 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
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
Top 6 Food and Drinks at Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Over its three decade legacy, Halloween Horror Nights has built a hallowed tradition for seasonal scares sure to give even the bravest of us a … 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
Our Thoughts on HHN, Sultry Sirens, and a Rat Race: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (September 6 – 12)
Here’s the theme park news you need to know for the week of September 6 – 12. 1. Halloween Horror Nights: a Review This week, … Read more
HHN Premier, Universal Beijing, and Disney Annual Passes: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 30 – September 5)
Here’s what you need to know for the week of August 30 – September 5. 1. Halloween Horror Nights Premieres The moment we’ve all been … Read more
REVIEW: Halloween Horror Nights 2021
It’s here: after 30 years and 30 fears, Halloween Horror Nights 2021 delivers for newcomers and die-hards alike. It goes without saying that a lot … Read more
Tribute Store, Jungle Cruise, and New Coasters: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 23 – 29)
Here’s what you need to know for the week of August 23 – 29. 1. Tribute Store, of course The Tribute Store opened on August … Read more
Halloween in Full Swing, Dufftoberfest on Tap, and Genie in Our Phones: Your Weekly Theme-Park Recap (August 16 – 22, 2021)
1. Halloween Horror Nights Keeps Growing I know it’s the top story each week, but we are just so excited for the return of Halloween … Read more
Everything Coming to Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 2021
2020 was always meant to be something of an unusual year for Halloween Horror Nights, given that it marked the hallowed event’s 30th anniversary, but … Read more
The Wicked Growth: Realm of the Pumpkin announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
The latest original haunted house at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights is Wicked Growth, starring the Pumpkin Lord.
Halloween Horror Nights 2021: Live shows REVEALED
In keeping with the rest of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights “announcement season,” Universal has decided to go ahead and pull the trigger on its … Read more
SCarey: Horror in the Heartland announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Welcome to sCarey, Ohio, where the horror in the Heartland resides! It’s the latest original house for HHN 2021.
Case Files Unearthed: Legendary Truth announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
After a lengthy absence, the fan-favorite Legendary Truth is returning to Universal’s premier Halloween event!
Revenge of the Tooth Fairy announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Universal’s twisted Tooth Fairy is coming back to Halloween at Universal Orlando Resort for the second time in a row!
Halloween Horror Nights 2021: Every Scare Zone REVEALED
It’s been an unusual season for Halloween Horror Nights so far this year, to put it mildly, with the continued fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic … Read more
Icons at Horror Nights, Pirates at SeaWorld, and New Merch at Disney: Your weekly theme-park recap (August 2 – 8)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of August 2. 1. HHN Icons: Captured announced for Halloween Horror Nights … Read more
HHN Icons: Captured announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Prepare to relive 30 years of HHN scares and treats! 2021’s anniversary haunted house is packed with tons of nostaglic horror.
Countdown to Halloween Horror Nights, Howl-O-Scream Tampa, and Disney Updates: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 26 – August 1, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 26. 1. 33 days from 30 We are just about … Read more
What You Need to Know About Bringing an Electric Car to Universal Orlando
Electric vehicles are becoming more popular everyday. So what do you do if you drive an electric vehicle and you’re heading to Universal Orlando? Parking … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights Developments, Howl-O-Scream Announcements, and a Hotel Teaser: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 19 – 25, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 19. 1. The countdown to Halloween (and Halloween Horror Nights) … Read more
Universal Orlando’s 5 Best “Bang for Your Buck” Snacks
You may have already come across our article covering Universal Orlando’s best snacks. If you haven’t read it, you absolutely should, as it’s a fine … Read more
Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
The reimagined Monster’s mate is coming back to Halloween at Universal Orlando Resort for the second time in a row!
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
To help celebrate Halloween Horror Nights’s 30th anniversary, the legendary horror classic returns once more to Universal Orlando’s event.
Haunting of Hill House, Flavors of Florida, and SeaWorld’s New Shows: Your weekly theme-park recap (July 5 – 11, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of July 5. 1. Haunting of Hill House announced Finally – another … Read more
The Haunting of Hill House announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
Netflix’s signature horror anthology series is making its debut at Universal Orlando’s signature annual event.
Fireworks, runDisney, Parades, and Holidays Set to Return: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 28-July 4, 2021)
Here’s the Orlando theme park news you need to know for the week of June 28. 1. “Happily Ever After,” after all The long-awaited return … Read more
“Happily Ever After” Returns to Walt Disney World
Last night, in the thick but comforting humid air that exists only in a Florida summer, Walt Disney World Florida returned a fireworks and light … Read more
Nighttime Lights returns to Hogwarts
Announcement! In another sweeping declaration that things are getting back to normal, Universal Studios Florida has announced The Nighttime Lights at Hogwarts Castle will come … Read more
Jack is back at HHN, fireworks are back at Disney, and Universal’s new buns: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 14-20, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Top 5 pressed-penny machines at Universal Orlando
From Marvel superheroes to long-lost Universal rides to a VelociCoaster opening design, here are your best bets for collecting pennies.
Bend the Bao at Universal CityWalk REVEALED
Fusion Bistro Sushi & Sake Bar’s replacement has just been unveiled, and it’s a doozy: bao buns are coming to Universal Orlando!
VelociCoaster’s opening, CityWalk’s new venue, and Universal’s birthday: Your weekly theme-park recap (June 7-13, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Where to camp and find cabins near Disney and Universal
Primitive campsites, tiny homes, RV resorts, even glamping – Orlando has it all, surrounded by Florida’s beautiful nature.
Jurassic World Tribute Store and DreamWorks Destination open, no face masks at Universal, and the Olympics arrive in Orlando: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 24-30, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Inside the Jurassic World Tribute Store
The first-ever summer Tribute Store at Universal Orlando features impressive theming, Easter eggs, and delicious treats.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s hidden Easter eggs
Get to know more about Universal Orlando’s newest roller coaster with our list of Easter eggs found throughout the ride.
Universal’s newest attraction, SeaWorld’s epic summer, and Disney World’s 50th anniversary: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 17-23, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
VelociCoaster day vs. night, changing COVID guidelines, and a Universal hotel reopening: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 10-16, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Vacation home rental: My family’s favorite way to enjoy our visits to Orlando
Why your dream Orlando vacation just may be at a vacation home (or vacation-home resort) as opposed to at a hotel.
VelociCoaster soft-opens, Disney’s new Halloween party, and Universal’s new summer food: Your weekly theme-park recap (May 3-9, 2021)
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