Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando on the same trip… Is it possible?

Have you always wanted to visit Universal Studios Orlando, but not spend a full weeks vacation there?  Do the kids see a commercial for the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and scream they want to go there? Now you can! Did you know that you can get a 1 day park to

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Royal Caribbean and Universal Parks team up!

Two Amazing Vacations in One Incredible Journey! Universal Parks and Royal Caribbean have teamed up to bring you an amazing vacation experience. You can now take a Land and Sea Vacation with Universal Orlando. You will cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Enchantment of the Seas for the length of time you

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Universal Announces New Dining Plan at Resort and FREE DINING

Universal Orlando has unveiled a new dining plan!  The new Universal Dining Plan is available to add to any vacation package with on-site hotel or off-site hotel stay!  The cost of the Universal Dining Plan is $45.99 +tax for adults and $17.99 +tax for children (age 3-9) – gratuities not included.  This new

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Halloween Horror Nights are coming to Universal Studios Florida

Your worst nightmares will soon be taking shape in the shadowy darkness of Halloween Horror Nights, winner of Amusement Today’s “Best Halloween Event” Golden Ticket award. On select nights Sept 20 – Nov 2, Universal Studios Florida is transformed into a nightmarish labyrinth of terrifying haunted houses, outrageous live shows, and electrifying

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Mama Della’s Dining Review Loews Portofino Bay at Universal Orlando

If you are looking for a hearty Italian meal with great ambiance then head to Mama Della’s Ristorante located in the Loews Portofino Bay Resort at Universal Orlando.  I dined here in February and would  most definitely consider it a “must-do” dining experience when vacationing at Universal Orlando. When you

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Express Pass at Universal Orlando

Universal Express Passes allow you to skip the regular standby line  and use a special Express Pass line at most of Universal Orlando’s attractions. With the Express Pass you show your pass and get in the special express pass marked line, no need to return at a certain time for the

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New Cabana Bay Beach Resort coming to Universal Orlando in 2014

Concept Art for Cabana Bay Beach Resort at Universal Orlando Cabana Bay Beach Resort will be opening in Early 2014. This will be a “value” priced hotel and will still offer all of the great perks and amenities you get when staying on-site at Universal Resorts. If you love the

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Exclusive Early Entry Transformers The Ride 3-D

Beginning June 20,  Autobots and Decepticons will be going to war at Universal Studios Orlando on the new Transformers The Ride 3-D.  This will be the do not miss ride of the summer in Orlando, it’s a high speed, 3-d motion simulator ride. For guests staying at one of the

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Enter to win a trip to London for the Making of Harry Potter Studio Tour

You could win a family trip for 4 to discover the movie making secrets behind the most successful film series of all time. See authentic sets, costumes and props, and experience first hand the talent, innovation and artistry of the Harry Potter™ film series, at the Studios where it was filmed.

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Take a ride on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey

No visit to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando’s Islands of Adventure is complete without a ride on the Forbidden Journey.   Hogwarts is the center of all that encompasses Harry Potter. I imagine that all Harry Potter fans who enter these walls are filled with a joy

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One Of The Top 25 Most Dangerous Cities In America Is Orlando???

A sobering statistic to report from the Happiest Place On Earth (or at least where it resides)…violent crime in Orlando has placed the city on the “Top 25 Most Dangerous Cities In America” list.  Orlando ranks 24th among the top 25 most dangerous cities according to Business Insider’s analysis of

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Intrepid Traveler authors at March 13 Ormond Beach bookfair

Five authors from The Intrepid Traveler, including a Disney Legend, will take part in a “Meet The Authors Bookfair & Festival” on Sunday, March 13, noon to 3 p.m. at the grounds and plaza in and around the Ormond Beach Library, 30 South Beach St., Ormond Beach. The event is

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