Disney World recently announced some changes to the ongoing Fantasyland expansion and update. If you will be visiting the Orlando area from now until 2014, these changes may impact your time in the Magic Kingdom. Expect to see some signs of ongoing construction and for some areas to be closed to guests. The new, revised [...]
Archive for April, 2012
Disney World’s Fantasyland Expansion Update
Monday, April 30th, 2012Star Wars Weekends at Disney World
Monday, April 30th, 2012One of Disney World’ biggest events takes place this month at the Hollywood Studios theme park. Fans of the Star Wars universe from all over the galaxy flock to the park to celebrate with a combination of experiences designed to please. In 2011 guests began lining up the day before opening day, attendance was significantly [...]
3 Things to Do Before you Visit the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Friday, April 27th, 2012The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has quickly become Universal’s most popular destination. Located in the Islands of Adventure theme park, the Wizarding World draws huge crowds each day and offers three rides several shows and plenty of themed photo ops and shopping. There are a few things you should do before you arrive to [...]
May in the Orlando Theme Parks
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012May is an interesting month to visit the Orlando theme parks. You’ll get all the perks of visiting during summer—warm, sunny days, long park hours and plenty of events—without the extreme heat and crowd levels. For many families, May is one of the best times to visit Disney World and Universal Orlando. Crowds: Expect to [...]
Starbucks Coming to the Disney Theme Parks
Wednesday, April 25th, 2012Disney World excels at so many things, but creating a decent cup of coffee is not one of them. The “regular” park blend you’ll find at most restaurants, counter service locations and kiosks is barely tolerable. Thankfully, you can get your coffee fix via Starbucks in the Orlando Disney theme parks later this year. Disney [...]
Summer Concerts in the Orlando Theme Parks
Thursday, April 19th, 2012Sounds Like Summer…at Epcot This annual event features tribute bands performing tunes from some of your favorite groups. While they may not be the original, the sound for most is good and true, and the music can be heard from Japan to Italy, so you don’t have to commit [...]
Wet n Wild Announces New Kid’s Play Zone
Wednesday, April 18th, 2012Wet n Wild has long been a favorite Orlando destination. The park opened in 1977 and is widely regarded as the nation’s first waterpark. Wet n Wild has plenty to offer and is an excellent addition to your Orlando vacation. Beginning this summer, Wet n Wild will offer even more to tempt families traveling with [...]
Disney Announces Star Wars Weekends Appearance Schedule
Monday, April 16th, 2012Star Wars Weekends is offered each May in Disney’s Hollywood Studios theme park. The event features special shows, parades, guests and merchandise designed to tempt Star Wars fans. Look for more info on this event as opening day approaches, but in the meantime, the celebrity appearance schedule has been released and appears below. The event [...]
Avoiding Disney World Scams
Monday, April 16th, 2012It is easy to let your guard down when you visit the happiest place on Earth—but scams and crime can and do happen in Orlando. Be aware of some of the common scams that take place in the area and you will be able to avoid being taken advantage of. Food delivery scams: You can [...]
Spotting Animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park
Friday, April 13th, 2012Spring has arrived in Orlando, and with it come high temperatures. In many cases the temps are high enough to drive the beastly residents of the Animal Kingdom theme park into hiding. Use these animal viewing tips to be sure you actually get to catch a glimpse of animals when you visit the park in [...]
