One of the many joys of visiting theme parks is indulging in sweet treats you might otherwise resist. There are lots of yummy desserts to enjoy through Universal Orlando Resort. In my latest contribution to OrlandoInformer, I take your sweet tooth on a journey through Universal Orlando’s top five desserts. And please note: for this… Continue reading Universal Orlando’s top five desserts worth the indulgence
This weekend Downtown Orlando will be a flurry full of foodies and whinos. The Downtown Orlando Food and Wine Festival brings together some of Orlando's finest restaurants and renowned wineries from around the world. As if sampling food and wine wasn't enough, there's live music too! A few streets near beautiful Lake Eola become lined… Continue reading Tips for Enjoying Downtown Orlando’s Food and Wine Festival
It beckons. With rich earth tones, exotic plants and fabrics, whimsical architecture, and an enchanting melody, Port of Entry at Islands of Adventure is an imaginative destination. Enter the large, curving metal gates and explore one of the most unique and creative theme park entrances in the world. The entrance area is a crucial piece… Continue reading Explore the stunning details of Universal’s Islands of Adventure: The Adventure Begins at Port of Entry
Winter is almost over, though in most of the country it seems to be getting worse before it gets better. Florida, however, is starting to blossom. This is actually one of my favorite times of year. Just when you have had enough of Winter and are starting to wonder if Spring will ever come, things… Continue reading Florida is Beginning to Bloom: Enjoy the beauty that the end of Winter offers
Perhaps you've heard of the Monorail Pub Crawl, or perhaps the title of this post made you think, "ooooh that sounds fun!" Indeed to hop aboard a monorail, stopping at each resort's lounge for an adult beverage is a fun endeavor, but there are some downsides of which to take note. The Pros Convenient and… Continue reading The Pros and Cons of the Monorail Pub Crawl
The Crossroad Shopping Plaza in Lake Buena Vista, near Walt Disney World, is a popular place to find affordable, quality dining. Over the years many enhancements and new businesses have come to this shopping plaza while one staple has remained strong for many years: Chevy’s Fresh Mex. Now the time has come for Chevy’s to… Continue reading Chevy’s Fresh Mex Gets a Complete Refresh in Orlando
Many Floridians are getting psyched about bikes, specifically a potential cross-state biking trail stretching from coast to coast. Florida is magnificent in that you can very easily watch the sunrise on the East Coast and make it on over to the West Coast for the sunset in a matter of a few, very short hours.… Continue reading Getting Psyched about Bikes: Would you bike from one side of the state to the other?
At first glance, World Expo may seem to be one of the few areas inside Universal Studios Florida without the heightened level of detailed theming featured in other areas of the park. While it certainly is true that the amount of little details and theming is stronger in the Hollywood and New York backlots, there… Continue reading From MEN IN BLACK to Springfield USA: The Details of World Expo at Universal Studios Florida
What phrase do you immediately hear after the Super Bowl has just completed? Why, “I’m going to Disney World” of course! On special occasions, a triumphant athlete, sports team, or celebrity is often invited to parade through Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. This past weekend it was finally time for Orlando’s hometown heroes, the University… Continue reading UCF Knights march into Magic Kingdom: Complete coverage & priceless parade viewing tips
I heard it on the news a few mornings ago and it is now pretty much confirmed. Florida's population is on the verge of overtaking New York state's population. This is no surprise to me. I see it all the time. People from all over the country, and around the world, are flocking to the… Continue reading Florida’s Population is Getting Bigger Than New York!
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