Disney Villains in Hollywood Studios
Disney Villains: Unfairly Ever After may be the best theme park show in Orlando While theme park fans remain focused on the opening of Epic Universe and the future Villains Land at Magic Kingdom, Disney’s latest stage production — along with The Little Mermaid – A Musical Adventure — could…
Grifters, click baiters and opportunists, oh my
The art of making money off Disney outrage “Disney World fans heartbroken as longstanding landmark of over 35 years is demolished OVERNIGHT” screamed the headline served up to me on one algorithm or another. As a Disney fan, I get served these things all the time. Our computer overlords know…
Star Spangled Disney preps for America’s 250th birthday
A new version of Soarin’ and another day of patriotic fireworks are planned for summer 2026 It’s a semiquincentennial y’all and the Fourth of July at Disney is going to be ready to party. It might seem odd that Disney would announce plans for the Fourth of July 2026 before…
Epic Universe is open… what next?
After years of anticipation, Orlando’s newest major theme park is open but Universal has plenty of work left to be done We are in the midst of a theme park arms race in Orlando. Disney and Universal go back and forth, providing the Yen to the other’s Yang. Providing the…
Disney World about to get Nuts!
Long Beach Coconuts to bring Banana Ball to Disney World Baseball. America’s pastoral pastime. It brings to mind lazy summer days of hot dogs and Coca-Colas, and men in straw hats keeping score while the boys of summer try to hit the ball and touch ’em all. Insert the sound…
Best way to spend a day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
The pursuit of perfection at Disney’s most challenging park When I was a kid, I liked to read the choose-your-own-adventure books. Every couple of pages, the book would give a choice. If you pick A, go to this page. If you choose B, go to another page. And I would…
Ready to ride? Stardust Racers has reopened in Epic Universe
Weeks after a fatal incident, Stardust Racers is running again – but is it safe to ride? It wasn’t supposed to be this way. Stardust Racers was supposed to be an intense but glittering jewel in the crown of Universal’s multi-billion-dollar Epic Universe investment. The dual-launch coaster with intertwined tracks…
Amazon Prime Day must-haves for Disney & Universal
Stay comfortable, happy, and ready for adventure: our favorite Amason Prime Day theme park essentials Amazon Prime Day is here! Do you have a trip to Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, or any of the many central Florida theme parks soon? Between the long days, and unpredictable Florida weather, it…
The best Disney World moderate resorts: which one’s right for you?
Tips and insights for booking your trip at the best Disney World moderate resorts Choosing your resort at Disney World is a multi-faceted game. You’ve got to factor in that Disney experience, transportation options and price. But you’ve also got to do a little calculus on just how long you…
Disney World Parade Tips: Maximize Your Experience
Disney parades are a terrific way to create lasting memories, if you’re willing to do more than just watch. I was a Disney guy before we ever took our kids – or in the case of this story – kid into the park. Disney had me at hiya pal, if…