I’m not a big road-tripper. I prefer to get to my destination and enjoy all it has to offer. Give me an airplane and I’m good to go. Whoever said “It’s more about the journey than the destination” (or however that quote goes) is a bit off in my book. That being said, we decided […]
Universal’s Endless Summer Resort: All-New Value Category Comes to Universal Orlando Resort
02/12/2019 by
I love a luxury hotel as much as the next person. But I also love saving money (unfortunately, those two concepts don’t always go together). When I travel, I typically go for a budget hotel so that I can splurge more on experiences and dining (oh, and shopping). As much as I would love to […]
Black Friday 2018: ‘Blue Friday’ Deals at SeaWorld Orlando
11/16/2018 by
Note: For SeaWorld’s 2019 Black Friday deals, please click here. Black Friday has just gone blue with SeaWorld’s annual Blue Friday sale. And they’ve started earlier than ever so you won’t even have to miss that Thanksgiving turkey. Beginning now, you can save up to 50% on various tickets and experiences at SeaWorld Parks, including […]
Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Pandora – World of Avatar and Flight of Passage
10/22/2018 by
While Pandora – World of Avatar opened more than a year ago, I’ve only recently had the chance to experience the out-of-this-world attraction at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Knowing Disney, I expected it to be spectacular as far as details and theming. But I really had no concept of just how great the main ride – […]
Waterpark Recap: Top Five Faves at Universal’s Volcano Bay
01/29/2018 by
We’ve all grown accustomed to the castles, towers, and colossal coasters dotting the greater Orlando skyline. A new icon has come to town, in the form of an impressive ancient volcano, and it’s bursting with family fun, relaxation, and Polynesian panache. This is one volcano where you can get up close and personal without […]
Black Friday 2017: ‘Blue Friday’ and Cyber Monday at SeaWorld Orlando
11/03/2017 by
Update: Please click here to check out SeaWorld’s 2018 Blue Friday deals. Black Friday, that perennial day of deals and shopping right after Thanksgiving, has become known as Blue Friday at SeaWorld Parks. This year, the deals start on Thanksgiving Day, November 23, 2017. And you don’t even have to leave your house. Beginning at 6 […]
SeaWorld and Sesame Workshop announce extended partnership and new Sesame Place theme park
05/23/2017 by
Friendly faces, furry hugs and lots of counting fun … it’s time to take a magical carpet ride to where the air is sweet. There’s only one street where we could be going, and Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and the rest of the gang are ready and waiting. SeaWorld Entertainment and Sesame Workshop, the […]
Sail to Cuba with Royal Caribbean International and the Empress of the Seas
01/11/2017 by
Royal Caribbean is fueling my desire to explore Cuba with its latest itinerary news (well, it’s been a month, but I’ve been a bit preoccupied with planning imaginary trips to post about it). So, here’s the scoop. After undergoing a $50 million revitalization, Royal Caribbean’s Empress of the Seas will make history for the cruise […]
Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi offers Holiday Lights Tour for 2016 Christmas season
12/09/2016 by
The Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi will once again be offering its Holiday Lights Tour. This unique and popular holiday attraction is a great way to see the elaborately decorated homes along the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW). Along the route, guests will be able to take part in Christmas carol sing-alongs, sip holiday drinks (adult and kid-friendly […]
Black Friday 2016: SeaWorld Orlando’s ‘Blue Friday’ and Cyber Monday online deals
11/17/2016 by
Update (November 2017): Please visit here for SeaWorld’s 2017 Black Friday/Blue Friday deals. The day after Thanksgiving, often called Black Friday, is known as Blue Friday at SeaWorld Parks. Beginning on Friday, November 25, 2016, the park will be offering a variety of BOGO and Buy One Get One 50% off deals for its theme […]
Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 2016
11/15/2016 by
I’m a little late to the table with this haunted attraction review, but I have a really good excuse. This was a last minute, spur-of-the-moment trip to Orlando. The tween had a ½ day of school on Friday, and then no school on Monday or Tuesday (thank you Election Day, end of the semester, and […]
