Starbucks Is Making Butterbeer

Years before Universal’s first Wizarding World of Harry Potter opened in Orlando, fans were hard at work brewing concoctions to replicate Butterbeer, a now-legendary drink that fans can enjoy — with or without an added dash of booze. Now, two new additions to the Starbucks secret menu highlight what we love most about Butterbeer, but…

Five Things SeaWorld Will Probably Announce

On Nov. 9, SeaWorld is planning a webcast featuring CEO Joel Manby along with other senior management. The invitation-only webcast will include details of the third-quarter results and it will give new details on a company-wide strategy going forward. SeaWorld has suffered a number of disappointing quarters recently with declining revenue and attendance at their…

Mickey Mouse’s Trip Around The World

Have you seen Mickey’s around the world album? It’s pictures of Mickey. Captain Mickey to be precise, in front of important monuments and buildings across Europe. It’s adorable. Pantheon Mickey snapped a selfie in the Pantheon, one of Rome’s oldest ancient buildings. Mickey just outside the gorgeous, ancient Pantheon, chilling at a fountain. The Colosseum Mickey…

Grand opening of Race Through New York Staring Jimmy Fallon at Universal Orlando

 During The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, it was announced that a Tonight Show attraction is making its way to Universal Orlando in 2017. “Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon” will be a 3D ride where, according to the Universal Orlando Blog, “you will get the full Tonight Show experience as you make…

SunRail Will Link To Orlando International Airport

SunRail won the approval of the Federal Transit Administration to link the train to the Orlando International Airport, the Orlando Business Journal reports. The estimated cost is as much as $225 million. According to a release from Mica’s office, the Federal Transit Administration could make as much as $75 million available in grant money, with…

Orlando Eye Is Spinning Again!!!

The Orlando Eye has returned to its regular rotation after more than a week out of operation. The observation wheel, which opened this spring, started up again at 4 p.m. The International Drive attraction had been closed for regular maintenance, operators said. Normally, Orlando Eye is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and…

UFC on Fox 17 – Dos Anjos vs. Cerrone

A pair of fighters familiar to Orlando fans, and to each other, will compete in the main event of the UFC show at Amway Center on Dec. 19. Lightweight champion Rafael dos Anjos will make his first 155-pound title defense when he rematches Donald Cerrone at the UFC on FOX 17 mixed martial arts (MMA)….

27 Hot Spots For Brunch In Orlando

Brunch is many things to many people. It can be a sloppy affair, bolted in hopes of forestalling a hangover; it can be a lovely, proper Mother’s Day meal. It can be a chance to fill in the squad on last night’s exploits, or to rehash them if you were all out together. It’s a…

Tampa Premium Outlets Is Opening This Week

Even before opening day, the 441,000-square-foot mall is making waves throughout the Tampa Bay area. While outlet malls might not have the same appeal as an adventure park or aquarium, Wiatrowski said they constitute tourist attractions. Shopping is something people tend to do on vacation, and outlet shopping is extremely popular; its a big part…

Club 33 – Disneyland’s Super Exclusive Private Club

Named after its location at 33 Royal Street in Disneyland’s New Orleans Square, Club 33 serves a five-course tasting menu of French/New American food and is decorated with antiques chosen by Walt Disney and his wife. It’s also the only Disneyland restaurant to serve alcohol. Club 33, which officially opened in May 1967, was dreamed…