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5 Reasons why Disney is better with Older Children

June 4, 2016 by Tonya DenmarkLeave a Comment

Don't get me wrong, there really is something magical about taking the little ones to the Disney Parks. They marvel at the castle being larger than life, their favorite characters in person and the sheer joy of a Mickey bar. Visiting Disney with little ones creates a lifetime of memories. But ... I have had a ton more fun visiting Disney with my older, pre-teen children. Let me step back a moment. We live in the Orlando area and while we … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Britain, Bus Travel, Canada, Castle, Culture, Drinking, England, Food and Wine, France, Germany, Japan, Journey, Norway, Orlando, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

Universal Studios Hollywood and TripAdvisor to Send One Lucky Winner and Guests on the Ultimate Harry Potter Trip Around the World

February 14, 2016 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood and TripAdvisor to Send One Lucky Winner and Guests on the Ultimate Harry Potter Trip Around the World to Experience “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” at Theme Parks in Hollywood, Orlando and Japan and “The Making of Harry Potter” at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London Sweepstakes Winners Begin Once-in-a-Lifetime Adventure at the Highly-Anticipated Grand Opening of “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” at Universal … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Beijing, California, Castle, England, Film, Florida, Food and Wine, Hollywood, Japan, Journey, London, Music, Orlando, Resort, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Singapore, Technology

Christopher Elliot Consumer Advocate and Journalist

January 26, 2016 by Dave1 Comment

Christopher Elliott is a strong advocate for consumers (and not just travel related cases). So serious and passionate about his job fighting for consumer rights - he says he sleeps with his phone! In addition to his consumer advocacy work, he is also a very accomplished journalist. We have followed his career since the late 1990's (he has been online since the early 1990's). Recently we reached out to him with some questions - with an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: Airline, Bermuda, Business Travel, Cruising, Film, Internet, Journey, Orlando, Pennsylvania, Volunteer

The Allure of Disney World in Orlando

February 13, 2015 by DaveLeave a Comment

Having made multiple trips to Florida over the years (the first one was in the middle of the summer in the Everglades - think heat, high humidity and a serious mosquito problem, you would have thought that trip would have turned me off of the sunshine state forever). Fortunately that was not the case and I've been able to spend some time exploring Miami and the Keys on several occasions. I have always wanted to visit Walt Disney World located … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Animal Rescue, California, Disneyland, Florida, Hollywood, Mountain Climbing, Orlando, Resort, San Francisco, Trekking

“Dracula Untold” Maze at Universal Studios Halloween HorrorNights

September 15, 2014 by DaveLeave a Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort Sink Their Teeth into “Dracula Untold,” a Terrifying New “Halloween Horror Nights” Maze Inspired By Universal Pictures’ Upcoming Epic Action-Adventure ORLANDO, Fla., UNIVERSAL CITY, Ca., (Sept 20, 2014) — Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando Resort breathe new life into history’s most notorious vampire, Vlad Tepes, the real life 13th century ruler and inspiration for Bram … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Art, Drinking, Film, History, Hollywood, Music, Orlando, Resort, Shopping Mall, Universal Studios, Walking tour

Other Attractions To Visit In Your Orlando Family Vacation

July 11, 2014 by DaveLeave a Comment

Orlando, Florida is one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the United States due to the prevalence of world-class theme parks like the Disney World. Because of this, it is flocked by families who want to have a blast during their holiday break. Bear in mind, however, that there are a myriad of other fun and exciting places to visit in Orlando other than Disney World. Like this award-winning theme park, the said attractions can … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: America, Florida, Orlando, Wildlife

11-year-old activist Hannah Alper joins Natalie Portman, Magic Johnson, Seth Rogen for We Day California March 26

March 17, 2014 by DaveLeave a Comment

Natalie Portman and Magic Johnson bring largest youth empowerment event to California featuring Selena Gomez, Seth Rogen and Orlando Bloom – First-ever We Day California will bring together 16,000 students and teachers on March 26 – San Francisco, CA – International charity and educational partner Free The Children announced that its stadium-sized youth empowerment event, We Day, is coming to California for the first time on March 26, 2014 … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Art, Britain, California, Canada, England, North America, Oakland, Orlando, San Francisco, Sports, Volunteer

The Best of Hidden Orlando

February 11, 2014 by Anna MLeave a Comment

When most people think of Orlando, Florida, they probably see images from long-dead advertising campaigns for the likes of Disney World, Universal Studios and more than a few images of the beach, wild parties and rampant excess. But there is a much quieter, much quirkier side to the Sunshine State’s biggest tourist destination. When you check into your hotel in Orlando, you can be sure you’ll be looked after and enjoy a fine accommodation … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Beach, Festival, Florida, Garden, Ireland, Orlando, Restaurants, Traffic, Universal Studios

Emirates and Virgin America Launch Frequent Flyer Partnership

October 22, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

International “Airline of the Year” & “Best U.S. Airline” Together Offer Frequent Flyers New Global Reward Opportunities, Award-Winning Guest Service San Francisco – October 21, 2013 – Emirates and Virgin America today announce a frequent flyer partnership that allows members of both airlines’ frequent flyer programs to earn and redeem* points or miles for travel across the networks of two airlines respectively recognized as best-in-class for … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Airline, Airport, America, Australia, Boston, California, Chicago, Culinary travel, Dallas, Desert, Dolphin, Dubai, Food and Wine, Houston, Lifestyle, Los Angeles, Music, New York City, North America, Orlando

Orlando: from National Parks to Entertainment Parks

July 8, 2013 by Rinaldo RobbiatiLeave a Comment

Orlando: From National Parks to Entertainment Parks Each year, more than 50 million people visit Orlando, Florida, to experience some of the most well-known and popular tourist attractions in the world. If you’re planning to become one of the 50 million, you might want to explore some of these popular sites while you’re there. The Magic Kingdom Naturally, you should start with Orlando’s most famous attraction, which is part of the Walt … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Castle, Culture, Film, Fishing, Florida, Food and Wine, Golf, Japan, Mexico, Norway, Orlando, Paradise, Resort, Seafood, Universal Studios, Volcano, Wildlife

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