Orlando Eye Lights Up For The Holidays

You already can feel that Christmas is all around, in the air above Orlando, is not different, 400 feet (122m) to be exact.  The Orlando Eye is glittered with holiday décor making International Drive even more jolly and bright. From skating to joyous tunes, riding in decorated capsules to flights with Santa. At select times through Dec. 25, guests…

Skyplex Get’s Orange County Approval

The Orange County Commission unanimously voted to approve the $460 million proposed Skyplex development on International Drive. Skyplex developer Joshua Wallack’s proposal includes a plan for the world’s tallest roller coaster at 501 feet, a 450-foot Skyfall drop tower, a surf park, the world’s largest Perkins Restaurant and a 350-room hotel. “What we intend to…

First Look Inside The New Star Wars Launch Bay at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

The Force is strong at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this morning. The theme park introduced Star Wars Launch Bay, which includes artifacts from the film series and character meet-ups. Feel the power of the Force at the Star Wars™ Imperial Meet ‘N’ Greet, offered daily from 11:00am to 4:00pm daily at the Star WarsLaunch Bay in…

Holidays Around the World at Epcot

Ring in the season as World Showcase comes alive with holiday traditions from around the globe. It’s beginning to look and taste a lot like Christmas in Epcot! Holidays Around the World has long reflected the seasonal traditions of countries, but this year, the World Showcase countries will also highlight the tastes of the season…

ICE! featuring ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas

Christmas at Gaylord Palms See Ma in her kerchief, Pa in his cap and more as the classic holiday poem, ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas, is brought to life in TWO MILLION pounds of hand-carved ice sculptures, including two-story tall ice slides. This awe-inspiring experience concludes with the wonder and majesty of a full Nativity…

10 Things You Might Not Know About Orlando

1. Disney World is not actually in Orlando. Although Orlando is most associated with Walt Disney World, the theme park is actually located 15 miles outside the city in Lake Buena Vista.  2. The Orlando Magic was almost the Orlando “Juice.”  In 1987, a contest was held to pick the name of the future Orlando…

7 Things To Do Under $20 In Central Florida

1. The Orlando Eye Take in the views of Orlando and surrounding areas while 400 feet in the air. See all of International Drive in addition to the many local attractions. You may even catch Disney World’s fireworks during a clear night. Make sure to pre-book to save an additional $5. Location: 8401 International Drive…

9 Things Disney Pros Do First In Magic Kingdom

Visiting the Walt Disney World Parks can be very overwhelming. With so much to see and do it can be hard to determine what to do and at what time to make the most out of your trip. If you plan to arrive early, you’re in luck! Here are 9 things Disney pros do first…

Lake Nona To Get An Awesome Waterfront Restaurant

Lake Nona developers announced plans for a waterfront, dinner-only restaurant and a market, both to open in the Laureate Park Village Center in January 2016. Featuring the freshest, local ingredients and innovative food and market options, the soon-to-be-named restaurant will become the latest concept in the award-winning Tavistock Restaurant Collection portfolio. The venue will feature…