With the increase in the popularity of Universal Orlando and the Orlando area theme parks as a whole, it is getting more and more difficult to enjoy a stress-free theme park vacation. Due to consistently high crowd levels during the majority of the year as well as the high cost of theme park tickets and travel expenses,…
Formerly known as Disney-MGM Studios, Disney’s Hollywood Studios was the third theme park to open at The Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Originally inspired by Disney movies, the park combines a nostalgic “old school” feel with the latest in high-tech rides and attractions. Opened in May 1989, Disney’s Hollywood Studios has recently undergone…
Opened in 1998, Animal Kingdom is the largest of all four Disney parks in the Orlando area and at 580 acres, the largest theme park in the world. This park welcomes millions of guests every year and features Asian jungles and African savannas to go along with rainforests and animal encounters. There are more than 250 different…
Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) is the preeminent annual Halloween event across the entire state of Florida. If you are a fan of Halloween or just love to be scared, this is the place for you to be every fall. Typically held on select dates from late September until early November of every year, this separately ticketed…
The highlight of the EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is undoubtedly the Candlelight Processional. This captivating show brings the story of Christmas to life through the narration of a celebrity guest, accompanied by the enchanting sounds of holiday music performed by a 50-piece orchestra. Enhancing the experience further is a full choir, often featuring…
Located on-site at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disney’s Art of Animation Resort is one of Disney’s “Value” category resort hotels, providing an array of amenities at a fairly affordable price. The resort originally opened in May 2012 and features 984 rooms and 1,120 family suites. The resort is grouped into four individual sections themed with popular Disney…
EPCOT at the Walt Disney World Resort differs from the other theme parks at the Resort due to its compliment of both rides, attractions, experiences and annual events like the countries in the World Showcase, the International Food & Wine Festival, and Epcot’s Flower and Garden Festival. While these rides, attractions and events are suitable…
Most visitors to Walt Disney World are aware of the outstanding restaurant in the theme parks as well as the resort hotels. Some of these amazing eateries including Victoria & Albert’s Restaurant (in Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort), Be Our Guest Restaurant (within the Magic Kingdom), STK Orlando (Disney Springs) and Le Cellier Steakhouse (Canada Pavilion within EPCOT). For those staying…
Nestled within the World Showcase of Epcot at Walt Disney World in Florida, the Norway Pavilion offers visitors an immersive cultural experience inspired by the charm and history of Norway. This meticulously designed area encapsulates the essence of a Norwegian village with its detailed architectural facades and enchanting ambiance. The pavilion is part of Epcot’s…
Nestled between France and Canada within Epcot’s World Showcase at Walt Disney World is the United Kingdom Pavilion, a celebration of British culture and history designed to emulate a quintessential British village. It captures the essence of the four constituent countries of the United Kingdom: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland. Visitors are transported to the cobblestoned…