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Why Universal Studios is better than Walt Disney World

This week we focus on Universal Studios in Orlando to list, discuss (and argue!) about some of the things that we think Universal Studios does better than Walt Disney World.  What do you think?  Let us know! This show includes: What does Universal Studios do better than Walt Disney World discussion. Contact us! Website: www.SunshineStatePodcast.com Twitter: @FloridaPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/floridapodcast … Read more

How to celebrate Shark Week in Florida

It’s that time of year again…Shark Week!  In this episode we share some recent sharky news from our shark surrounded state, and then list off some great places around Florida to experience sharks; either through glass, on a boat, in the water, or just with a cocktail in your hand on the beach. This show … Read more

See planes, Sea World, and Undersea Art

This week we visited John’s Pass in Madiera Beach, and stopped in to review the Florida Air Museum in Lakeland, one of those “brown sign on the interstate attractions” that you might have driven past a hundred times.  We also discuss a bunch of water themed news, from a new underwater art museum in the Panhandle to … Read more

Taking flight on the Orlando Starflyer

We talk about how we spent Fourth of July this year and give our thoughts on Walt Disney Worlds new Florida resident annual pass option. Then we checked the box on one of our Summer Bucket List items this weekend by taking a ride on the Orlando Starflyer, and give our full review on this massive … Read more

Florida Summertime State Parks

 The brand new Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has finally opened this week, and then we discuss some of Florida’s State Parks to visit during the hot Florida summer. This show includes: New Toy Story Land finally opens up Walt Disney World’s Hollywood Studios An overnight visit to Wakulla Springs State Park and the … Read more

Florida Face-Off: Blizzard Beach vs. Typhoon Lagoon

It’s already deep into June and the weather here is heating up!  So we think it’s time for a Disney World waterpark war!  It’s another Florida Face-Off between both of the Walt Disney World waterparks, Blizzard Beach vs. Typhoon Lagoon.  We compare both parks based on water rides, lazy rivers, wave pools, and overall atmosphere. This … Read more

Jellyfish & Fireworks: Fourth of July in Florida

A jellyfish invasion hits Florida’s East Coast beaches, new details are coming out on the upcoming Harry Potter roller coaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure, our favorite 4th of July destination and where else to find Florida fun this 4th of July. This show includes: Over 1,200 people stung as jellyfish bloom invades Florida’s East Coast … Read more

Topgolf review, beach bars, and a crazy new cruise ship.

This week we visited and review Topgolf Tampa, with locations all over Florida, it’s a lot more than just a driving range.  We also discuss some great Florida beach bars, a new attraction at ZooTampa, and an incredible new cruise ship will soon be sailing out of Miami. This show includes: Sharky’s at the Pier in … Read more

Coming soon? Universal Orlando’s new theme park

This week we visited Adventure Island waterpark in Tampa, then talk about some lesser known beaches on Florida’s Gulf Coast. More speculation and details emerged this week about the rumored third major theme park from Universal Orlando, and we discuss some of our own ideas we’d like to see in the new park. This show … Read more

Is everything awesome? We review Legoland Florida.

We learned that one of the things on our “Summer of 2018 Florida Bucket List” has hit a little snag, talk about Disney food, then get into a detailed review of Legoland Florida.  We discuss the rides, the atmosphere, the water park, and if it’s worth the price of a ticket. This show includes: Opening for massive … Read more