Where is Starbucks at Animal Kingdom? Finding Starbucks Inside Disney
For me, nothing completes a Disney trip like a steaming cup of coffee in the morning. I always want coffee. The time of day is irrelevant. Although if it’s a super-hot afternoon, I may opt for an iced or frozen coffee. The point is, when I want to indulge, I want…
7 Best Universal Orlando Hotels Ranked, Pros and Cons for Each
I’d bet that there are few people who, like myself, have had the pleasure of staying at all seven Universal Orlando Resorts. That’s right – I’ve spent at least one night at all of them. And I have to say, each has pros and cons. However, you might be relieved to…
29 Best Snacks at Hollywood Studios, Ranked by a Park Blogger
Is Goofy a dog? Could Babe Ruth succeed in today’s game? Are hot dogs sandwiches? Yes, yes and no. But there are bigger questions that we are intimidated to tackle. Why am I here? What’s the meaning of life? Which brings us to – does a Ronto Wrap at Hollywood Studios qualify as a…
18 Best Desserts To Try in Hollywood Studios, Ranked
The concept of a diet doesn’t exist at Walt Disney World. Orlando is steaming hot most of the time. You’re walking miles every day. As a result, you can afford a chocolate treat or some sugary snacks. But you don’t just want to throw your hard-earned calorie exemption at the first peanut butter cookie that crosses your path, do…
11 Best Desserts in Magic Kingdom From a Disney Pro
Walt Disney World is known for its spectacular and iconic desserts. Guests can find staples like the Mickey Ice Cream Bar throughout the theme parks on their Disney World vacation – which you can visit as part of an Orlando CityPass! When we visit, my kids love to pick out…
What’s the Best Time To Go to Universal? The Best (and Worst) Months
Is there ever a bad time to go to Universal Studios and/or Universal’s Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Florida? The answer, my friend, is no. But are some months of the year better than others? Yeah. Probably. It depends on what you want. The optimum experience – I would think – would be…
This Is the Best Age for Disney World, Tips From a Dad of Three
A child of Generation X, I was raised in a wave of Boomer nostalgia. The televisions, radios and movies were inundated with the culture of previous generations. I absorbed it all, and it influenced me in ways that I couldn’t understand. It has also made me painfully aware of the swift…
22 Best Restaurants in Universal Orlando, Ranked by a Blogger
When it comes to theme park dining, I think Disney World – on the strength of EPCOT – comes up first in many people’s minds. However, I think despite some odd chain choices, Universal Studios Florida’s cuisine can stand on its own. There are some legitimately great dining choices at CityWalk…
Is a Disney World Annual Pass Worth It? Tips From a Disney Pro
Disney passes are expensive. But are they worth it? Well, as a newly reinstated annual passholder, I’m going to say yes! My family and I have been passholders off and on over the years. When Disney announced sales were resuming, we again snapped up passes. However, I do recognize that…
24 Best Restaurants in Magic Kingdom Ranked by a Disney Pro
There are touchstones to a Disney vacation in our family that go beyond traditions. For example, we always start our first day in the Magic Kingdom with rope drop, entering Fantasyland through Cinderella Castle, with no shortcuts. Along the way, we make jokes about how all the other princesses got castles or…