Is the Universal Express Pass Worth It? An Honest Review
“Inherit the Wind” is one of my favorite movies. I especially like a scene in which Spencer Tracey’s Clarence Darrow pontificates about the push and pull of progress. “Mister, you may conquer the air, but the birds will lose their wonder and the clouds will smell of gasoline,” he says. I…
What Are Orlando’s Best Theme Parks for Adults? 11 Parks, Ranked
It may seem obvious, but people should be allowed to chase their joy. However, the internet sometimes disagrees. Every so often, a grouchy keyboard warrior takes to the message board to shame others for the sin of finding their joy. One of the most frequent targets is known as “Disney adults”. In…
Universal Studios vs Islands of Adventure in Orlando, Which Is Better?
We live on the internets. It’s a dog-eat-dog kind of place. Or rather, the kind of place where you’d make a TikTok of a dog looking guilty while pretending he didn’t just act like he was gonna eat that other dog. Whatever it is, this Lord of the Flies digital…
Is Jurassic Park Disney or Universal? Inside the ‘Real’ Theme Park
We theme park enthusiasts occupy a strange place in pop culture. For example, I find myself actively rooting for the new Avatar movies to do well. Why? Do I have a vested interest in the success of noted mini-sub advocate and director of major blockbusters James Cameron? I do not. But I like Pandora,…
Where Can You Buy the EPCOT Cookie Jar? Your Main Options
There’s nothing better than a Walt Disney World Resort souvenir. Wearing my Disney gear or drinking my morning coffee from a mug that reminds me of the parks. I have a favorite Mary Poppins coffee cup purchased from EPCOT back in 2018. My children know to handle it carefully when unloading…
What Not To Do at Disney World, 7 Tips From a Disney Pro
There was a young mom on Main Street in the Magic Kingdom sitting on the curb crying. Her child was in the stroller next to her. Her husband or boyfriend or whoever was upset. Stamping around demonstratively, throwing his arms up and spitting out whatever it was he had to say…
Blue Milk vs Green Milk, Which One Is Better? Is It Actually Milk?
Blue Milk first made its Star Wars universe debut back in 1977 in “Episode IV: A New Hope”. Sheltered from the harsh Tatooine elements in the Lars Homestead, the family drinks the blue-tinged Bantha milk as part of a nutritious breakfast. I’m sure moisture farmers need to hydrate before a…
What To Wear to Harry Potter World: The Best Outfit Ideas for the Park
Ok students, today we’re talking about one of my absolute favorite topics, visiting the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Universal Orlando. Whether it’s Universal Studios or Islands of Adventure, toggling between the two parks via the Hogwarts Express is perhaps my all-time favorite activity. And if you’re like me,…
Is Rise of the Resistance Worth the Wait? Average Wait Time [Photos]
We were deep in our planning for our Walt Disney World trip and the discussion turned to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Galaxy’s Edge and Star Wars Rise of the Resistance. The plan was to go with another family. It was their first time at the Disney parks. We were talking about options…
Do You Need a Child To Go to LEGOLAND Florida? Is There an Age Limit?
It’s a popular question. Do you need a child to go to LEGOLAND? No, you do not need a child to go to LEGOLAND in Florida. LEGO fans of all ages can enter this theme park in Winter Haven (outside Orlando). However, there may be other LEGOLAND attractions in which…