On face value, Seuss Landing is the kiddie section of Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure. But if you ever dreamed of saving the Truffula trees or seeing Mulberry Street, then this is your chance. It’s a place for the young and the young at heart. Seuss Landing Rides There are 4 rides in Seuss Landing….
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A Guide to Springfield (“Simpsons”-land) at Universal Orlando
Springfield is Universal Orlando’s Simpsons themed area. And whether you are a fan of the long running show or not, the level of detail is sure to impress you. While I don’t claim to be a Simpsons expert, this area is one of my favorites for it’s level of detail and dedication to the…
Universal Packing Necessities: 4 Things You Need to Pack for Your Universal Orlando Day That You Might Not For Your Disney World Trip
Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando vacations can seem very similar. After all with both being in the greater Orlando area, you can expect a general packing list for your Florida vacation. Still there are some things you might not think of for a typical vacation that will be extra helpful for a Universal Orlando…
Walt Disney World For The Aspiring Astronaut
Do you have an aspiring astronaut in your family? Are you an aspiring astronaut yourself? For those of us who grew up dreaming of being in the astronaut corps, the answer to every career day question was an easy one. Who doesn’t want to be strapped into a rocket and shot into space at 22,500…
Volcano Bay Raises the Bar for Water Theme Parks
Beautifully themed and landscaped Volcano Bay offers thrill rides, a wave pool, a lazy river, and great food steps away from the Cabana Bay Resort. Brand-new technology is being introduced to allow for virtual reservation in the form of the TapuTapu wristbands. Guests can tap the band against a totem outside a ride, and the…
Planning a Universal Orlando Trip for the Disney World Planner: 4 Differences
Planning a trip to Walt Disney World is a series of schedules and timelines that either excite or annoy the person planning the trip. Universal Orlando on the other hand can be much more go with the flow. There are some key difference in the planning stages that may make quite a difference. Difference 1:…
Margaritaville a Classic CityWalk Eatery in Orlando
After a busy day at Universal’s theme parks, eating at the beach sounds like fun. While the beach isn’t exactly right around the corner, there is a beach-themed restaurant—with tropical sounds—outside Islands of Adventure! At Margaritaville, one can relax with a drink, listen to Jimmy Buffett covers, and enjoy great fare that combines the flavors of Key West and the…
Discovery Cove: A Very Different Orlando Attraction
There is no doubt that the highlight of a visit to Discovery Cove is the opportunity to swim with an Atlantic bottlenose dolphin, but there is so much more to this beautifully landscaped place. There are waterfalls, winding rivers, white-sand beaches, and exotic birds, to name a few. The day at Discovery Cove starts early…
The Cabana Dining Experience at Universal Orlando Resort’s Volcano Bay
Memorial Day weekend was a crazy weekend for those who visited Orlando. Not only was it the official opening day for Pandora – The World of Avatar, but it was also the grand opening of Universal Orlando Resort’s new water theme park, Volcano Bay! Volcano Bay takes the water park experience and kicks…
Learn Do’s and Dont’s of Universal Express Pass
The Express Pass is Universal’s front-of-the-line access to its two theme parks in Orlando. Unlike Disney’s FastPass, which comes free with admission, you’ll have to pay (in some fashion) for Express Pass. While only you can calculate whether this perk is worth it to you, we’ll help you understand some of the do’s and dont’s of…
Diagon Alley Must-Do’s at Universal Studios Florida
If you’re visiting Universal Orlando Resort, you’ll want to check out Diagon Alley, the newest Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Diagon Alley won’t take long to cover if you’re only venturing in to “ride something” — its only moving attractions are Escape From Gringotts and the Hogwarts Express train that runs to Hogsmeade in Islands of Adventure. But the…
Check Out the New Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon
Did you hear about the new Jimmy Fallon ride at Universal Orlando? We did and couldn’t wait to try it out! New Virtual Line at Universal If you are heading out to Universal Orlando, a new must see ride is Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon. As frequent park visitors, we…