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Yuletide at Universal Orlando Resort
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, celebrated the season at Universal Orlando. Here is her report about the Yuletide at Universal Orlando. Universal’s Holiday Parade Featuring Macy’s is no doubt the star of Yuletide festivities at Universal Studios. Held nightly now through January 5th, the parade brings elements…
Foodie Friday: Lunch Review of Croissant Moon Bakery at Islands of Adventure
On a recent visit to Islands of Adventure at the Universal Orlando Resort, we made a stop at the Croissant Moon Bakery. This quick spot, found just at the front of the park is a great spot for those who are looking to grab a sweet bakery treat, but how is it if you’re looking…
Foodie Friday: Review of Croissant Moon Bakery
When you walk into Islands of Adventure, you inevitable walk in hungry, right? You can always go for the Starbucks or the Cinnabon, or you could try the Croissant Moon Bakery, located right on the right hand side as you walk into the park. The Croissant Moon Bakery is kind of unassuming. It’s super easy…
This Year Celebrate the Season at Universal Orlando
The Christmas Season starts November 17th at Universal Orlando, and festivities run through January 6th. Here are the highlights! Christmas at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Hogsmeade, as well as London and Diagon Alley, put on festive decor. Inspired by the stores of the Wizarding World, the decorations…
Marvel Character Dinner—Fun for All Ages
If you ever dreamed of dining with Captain America, then check out Universal Orlando’s Marvel Character Dinner at Cafe 4 at Islands of Adventure. Together with Seth Kubersky, the coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, I recently experienced the dinner and enjoyed the interaction with the Marvel characters even though we had no kids…
Foodie Friday: Review of Cafe 4 at Marvel Super Hero Island
Disneyland may be working on getting a Marvel-themed area currently, but you know, you actually can already see attractions themed around your favorite super heroes and villains in Orlando and that’s by heading over to Universal Orlando‘s Islands of Adventure! At Marvel Super Hero Island, you can jump into the comic inspired world and ride…
Foodie Friday: Sundae On A Stick at Hop on Pop Ice Cream Shop
This weekend, I was in the Orlando area and let me tell you….it was HOT! I was touring around Universal’s Islands of Adventure and going through the whimsical land of Seuss Landing. It’s such a fun land that’s themed around the stories of Dr. Seuss. (I love that it’s so well done, for example, there’s…
Universal Orlando Resort Fun Facts
Liliane Opsomer, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World with Kids, went on a discovery mission and shares with us Universal Orlando Resort fun facts. Film locations, fictional and real, are recognized in the facades in the New York section of the park. Some fictional film locations include Hudson Street Home for Girls (Annie), Embryo…
Off to Hogwarts: A Guide to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter-Hogsmeade at Universal Orlando
Many a muggle has dreamed of heading to Hogwarts and Universal Orlando has made that as close to reality as fans could imagine. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter is one of the most immersive theme park areas ever. Hogsmeade is the older of the two parts and is Universal Islands of Adventure. (For those…
Universal Orlando with Food Allergies or Special Diets: Islands of Adventure
While Disney World is known for its food allergy and dietary restriction accommodations, Universal Orlando is also extremely accessible to those with food Allergies or other special diets. In a previous post, I discussed eating at Universal Studios with food allergies. This post will focus on Islands of Adventure. Islands of Adventure Counter/Quick Service…
Not Just for Kids: A Guide to Seuss Landing at Universal Orlando
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….