Articles & Podcast Episodes
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
We breakdown and discuss a list we found online titled “The 11 worst tourist traps in Florida and where to go instead”, offering our own take and opinions of some of these places that made the list. This show includes: Wallethub’s 2018’s Best Summer Travel Destinations https://wallethub.com/edu/best-summer-travel-destinations/3792 Beer and Wine expands at the Magic … Read more
In our first “Florida Face-off” we compare Florida’s two premiere zoological theme parks; Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom and Busch Gardens Tampa. Which park has the better rides and attractions? Better theming and atmosphere? Better animal exhibits? And which park offers the most value for your money? This battle turned out to be a … Read more
A trip to Walt Disney World is certainly not cheap; admission, hotels, food, drinks, all that stuff can add up to a lot in a hurry! But there are a few ways to help take some of the pressure off your wallet when you visit. As a couple of Florida theme park veterans and annual pass … Read more
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