As a child of the 80’s who grew up playing Nintendo I am excited to tell you the amazing news! Nintendo and Universal Parks & Resorts announced today their plans to bring the world of Nintendo to life at Universal theme parks. Crazy, I know!!! Can you imagine what spectacular
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Opening Summer 2016-Universal’s Islands of Adventure – “Skull Island: Reign of Kong”
KING KONG IS BACK!! On May 6th Universal Orlando officially announced that Skull Island: Reign of Kong will open in the summer of 2016 at the Islands of Adventure theme park. Construction is already in full motion adjacent to the Jurassic Park area of the park. Over the last 25
Universal Orlando set to Increase Hourly Wages in June
For employees of Universal Orlando life just got a little bit sweeter with the announcement of a pay raise to happen in June! On Wednesday Universal announced the increase in the hourly wage as they are starting to fill summer and permanent positions. The rate increase goes up to $9.50
Universal Follows Disney and Raises Ticket Prices
After Disney raises their prices we all know what is going to happen. The “other” theme parks follow. Universal has raised their one day adult admission to $102.00. That is not including tax of course. Child’s admission is now $97.00. A 1 day park to park ticket will set you
Fall into the Magic of Magical Mondays
Due to the overwhelming response to our Magical Monday event, we would like to extend to all our Disney Addict’s the opportunity to transfer your Disney vacation packages to World of Magic Travel and receive a $25.00 gift card to enjoy. You can apply it to your reservation or use it
Disney World is Heading Toward $10 an Hour Starting Pay
Many big companies are slowly moving toward raising their starting pay, Disney World has joined them! This is huge, it will improve the lives of so many Cast Members who work very hard in the parks to make our vacations magical. Disney also has a huge influence in the business
Universal Follows Disney and Raises Parking Prices
Recently Disney, very quietly, raised the price to park there to $17.00. So of course the other parks follow in their foot steps. Universal also raised their parking fees to $17.00. Fees for preferred and valet will stay the same. Here is the breakdown: Regular Parking $17.00 Preferred Parking $22 RV/Bus
Check out these Spring time Orlando Discounts and More
Walt Disney World lets you “Choose Your Discount”, but what can you do with all that savings? There are so many things outside Walt Disney World that are just a short drive (or shuttle ride) away. Here is the weekly round-up of deals to help you experience more than what
Universal to Follow in Disney’s Footsteps and Raise Prices
I am sure we knew this was coming. Isn’t this how it usually goes, one park raises prices and than they all follow. Now Universal Studios Florida has raised some of their ticket prices, just like Disney did not that long ago. Here is what you can expect to spend: A
News & Events from around Walt Disney World & Disneyland for the week of Feb 24th
There are new things popping up every day at the Walt Disney World Resort, Disneyland Resort and Universal Orlando Resort. Join us every week to read about “What’s New” in Disney News and at Universal Orlando! Up this week is runDisney, new refillable mugs at the resorts and upcoming performances
‘Universal” Wants Disney’s Top Spot
The top suit at Comcast Corp. has said that Universal will “Compete Aggressively” with Disney World. I am sure my fellow Disney Addicts will agree that there is no competition. Disney will always be #1. “We’re doubling down on theme parks,” Comcast Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Brian Roberts told
Photo Tour from the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo
I was fortunate enough to be able to attend the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando this year. IAAPA which stands for the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions holds it Expo every year at the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive. This amazing event brings over 25,000
Orlando Theme Parks Mull Over Health Insurance for Part Timers
The Orlando areas big theme parks depend, for the most part, on part-time and seasonal workers. They are struggling with a decision as to whether or not to provide health insurance for those workers, with the upcoming to changes to the healthcare market. Sea World is the latest major employer
Orlando Discounts & Savings for September 2nd, 2013 and beyond
Here is this weeks Discounts & Savings for Disney World, Universal, Sea World and more. We will be releasing this Disney & Orlando Digest weekly so you can keep up with all the best deals and offers from our good friends at Destinations in Florida. Disney Discounts Walt Disney World®
