Dinner and a movie at AMC Dine-In Theaters
A meal and a movie is a near-perfect combination. It’s an easy option for a couple on a date, an outing with friends and family, … Read more
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Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party: Everything new for 2019
At 7:00 pm tonight, on August 16, Disney officially kicked off the Halloween season in Central Florida by starting its Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, located … Read more
House of 1,000 Corpses announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2019
It’s the homecoming that we never thought we’d see: Rob Zombie is returning to Halloween Horror Nights, along with his signature creation, House of a … Read more
Halloween Horror Nights 2019: Every scare zone REVEALED
Universal told us right from the very beginning of Halloween Horror Nights 2019’s announcement cycle that we would be getting a grand total of five … Read more
Complete Guide to Universal’s Epic Universe
Welcome to Orlando Informer’s coverage of Universal’s Epic Universe, the new theme park under construction at Universal Orlando Resort. We’ll be expanding and updating this page … Read more
Star Wars: Dok-Ondar’s story REVEALED
Yes, we’ve already received the novel Thrawn: Alliances, which saw Grand Admiral Thrawn and Darth Vader be dispatched to the remote world of Batuu on … Read more
Stranger Things 3 scenes we would like to see at Halloween Horror Nights
We know that Universal opted to kick off this year’s Halloween Horror Nights announcement season with the little nugget that Stranger Things would be returning … Read more
Epic Universe: Universal announces brand-new theme park
The future of Universal Orlando Resort has never looked brighter: Universal has today revealed that it will be building a third theme park, called Epic … Read more
Universal Orlando: Ranking the annual events
Universal throws several big parties over the course of the year at its Orlando resort, and these special celebrations are some of the most fun … Read more
Killer Klowns from Outer Space house announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2019
Attendees of the ‘80s-themed Halloween Horror Nights last year got an unexpected treat: a scare zone based off of the 1988 cult classic Killer Klowns … Read more
Ghostbusters announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2019
Who you gonna call? If you’re Universal and you’re looking to fill up the roster of this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, the answer, of course, … Read more
Healthy eating at Universal Orlando
While most of the crowds at Universal Orlando Resort are treating themselves to all of the sweets, fried foods, and large portions they can get … Read more
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites: Public Spaces
What are the public spaces at Endless Summer Resort – Surfside Inn and Suites? Because Endless Summer is the single most inexpensive resort at Universal, … Read more
Orlando Informer – Social Media Opening
Orlando Informer is offering the opportunity to be part of a team of smart, creative people who are bringing unique experiences and lifetime memories to … Read more
Treat yourselves to Copper Canyon Grill Orlando
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
20 changes across Islands of Adventure’s 20 years
Although CityWalk – that giant collection of restaurants, night clubs, stores, and entertainment options – might have arrived first, it’s actually with Islands of Adventure … Read more
Depths of Fear announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2019
Are you ready to plumb the depths of your fear? Universal has announced its next original haunted house for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, and … Read more
FIRST LOOK: our tour of Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure
Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! Orlando Informer got the chance to check out Hagrid’s Magical … Read more
An award-winning night at Cooper’s Hawk
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
Orlando Informer Vacation-Planning Writer (Freelance)
Orlando Informer is offering the opportunity to be part of a team of smart, creative people who are bringing unique experiences and lifetime memories to … Read more
Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios
Skip to: Overview | Who is Dok-Ondar? | Theming | Merchandise | Prices Location Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Two-sentence insider summary Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge‘s … Read more
Droid Depot in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios
Skip to: Overview | Who is Mubo? | How old do I have to be? | Reservations | Before you enter | What droids can you build? … Read more
Nintendo and Minions coming in first-ever expansion to Universal Studios Singapore
There are four Universal theme-park locations around the world (for now, at least – an absolutely-mammoth Beijing resort is currently being built, with it already … Read more
Stranger Things returning for Halloween Horror Nights 2019!
When it was originally announced that Netflix’s Stranger Things would be making its way to last year’s Halloween Horror Nights, we found the little nugget … Read more
Sesame Street is the most detailed area of SeaWorld
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
The Best Orlando Theme Parks by Age Group
There may be no greater mecca for traveling as a family than Orlando, Florida. Whether you’re coming or going from Orlando International Airport, you’re bound … Read more
7 things to do at Universal Orlando that aren’t rides
Why would anyone go to Universal Orlando Resort and not do the rides? It’s a fair question, but, truth be told, this is how my husband … Read more
Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge at Disney World’s Hollywood Studios
Skip to: Overview | Opening crowds | Backstory | Queue | Ride | Post-ride | Fear factor | Fun fact Location Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge … Read more
Hagrid roller coaster’s story REVEALED
Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! First, Universal unveiled Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure’s setting. Then … Read more
New Harry Potter projection show coming to Orlando
Be the first to know about when the Dark Arts show opens in Orlando by signing up for email updates! Inserting a projection-mapping show in The … Read more
TODAY Cafe (quick-service) at Universal Studios Florida
Skip to: Overview | Location | Hours | Theming | Menu | Guest reviews What is TODAY Cafe? Located in the Hollywood section of Universal Studios Florida, TODAY Cafe makes you feel like you’re on the … Read more
Today Cafe coming to Universal Studios Florida
One of the new imperatives that Comcast installed when it became the owner of NBCUniversal in 2011 is rather well known: open at least one … Read more
Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal Islands of Adventure
Skip to: Overview | Location | Restrictions | Setting | Main character | Queue | Ride experience | Magical creatures | Virtual Line | Fear … Read more
New Harry Potter coaster REVEALED
Be the first to know about any future announcements by signing up for email updates! For Harry Potter (and Universal Orlando Resort) fans, July 24, 2017 is … Read more
Drinking around the World: Disney’s BoardWalk edition
It’s a Walt Disney World Resort cult tradition to “drink around the world” at Epcot. While this remains tried and true, it’s typically a dedicated … Read more
Adventures in pool-hopping at Universal Orlando
One of the many perks of staying at a Universal Orlando hotel is the chance to enjoy the amenities at its first six resorts, no … Read more
Does Universal Studios Florida have a studio tour like Hollywood?
One of the age-old questions for theme parkers who are familiar with both coasts (or multiple global locations) is, “Does this park have what that park also has?” … Read more
Star Wars: The Millennium Falcon ride’s story REVEALED
UPDATE: Disney and Lucasfilm snuck in a quick follow-up to the book Pirate’s Price, adding one more (brief) chapter to Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run’s backstory, which … Read more
How to Save on Flights to Orlando
While certain aspects of your Orlando vacation are set in their costs, such as tickets and hotel room rates, airfare is constantly changing. After monitoring … Read more
Universal Orlando: Year in review 2018
When you’re a (relatively) big, thriving theme-park resort like Universal Orlando is, one that receives hundreds of millions of dollars each and every year in … Read more
8 rainy-day tips at Universal Orlando
It’s happened to the best of us. We plan a trip to the theme parks, take to counting down to the big day, and as … Read more
Review: WonderWorks Orlando
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
Harry Potter: Japan’s new mysterious projection-mapping show
This time last year, Universal Japan made waves when it announced that its new 2018 attraction would not only be state-of-the-art, but also Harry Potter-infused: … Read more
3 ways The Crimes of Grindelwald could be turned into an attraction
Two years ago, upon the release of Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them – the first of the new Harry Potter prequel/spin-off film series – we sketched … Read more
7 need-to-know tips for first-time Orlando visitors
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
Review: Dave & Buster’s Orlando
Dave & Buster’s, located on Orlando’s bustling International Drive, is a great destination for tourists and locals alike. Orlando’s first installment of this popular adult-oriented … Read more
7 mistakes to avoid when visiting Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando is a thrilling themed destination, comprised of three wonderful parks that are filled with attractions and entertainment for people of all ages. With … Read more
8 Magic Kingdom-resort-area secrets locals love
There are certain perks that come with being an Orlando local. For starters, Cinderella Castle and the Haunted Mansion have become our version of the … Read more
8 ways to propose at Universal Orlando
Known for its thrills and adventure, Universal Orlando Resort is the perfect place to start the greatest adventure of your life! Whether you love to … Read more
3 reasons why The Haunting of Hill House is perfect for HHN
If you’re a fan of Halloween Horror Nights and you aren’t watching Netflix’s new horror show, The Haunting of Hill House, you should be. Not only … Read more