Posted on Wednesday, 17th February 2010 by Corey Martin

It’s a question that I am sure both Disney and Universal want to know the answer to. Will Disney fans take time away from Mickey to see Harry? There is a great thread on our discussion forums asking this exact question, and I’m not surprised by some of the answers. While it’s full of mixed [...]

Tags: disney fans, disney world, Harry Potter
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Posted on Tuesday, 2nd February 2010 by Corey Martin

During the Saints-Colts Super Bowl game this Sunday, Feb 7, viewers will get a sneak peek at the new 20-acre Harry Potter attraction that’s scheduled to open at Universal Orlando this Spring.
Inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters -  The Wizarding World Of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will provide visitors with [...]

Tags: commercial, Harry Potter, harry potter theme park, Islands Of Adventure, super bowl ad, Universal Orlando
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Posted on Wednesday, 27th January 2010 by Kathy Werling

If you are looking to do something different the next time you visit Disney’s Hollywood Studios I have a suggestion for you. Take some time to enjoy the Magic of Animation and the Animation Academy.

Tags: Animation Academy, Disney's Hollywood Studios, Magic of Animation, Walt Disney World
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Posted on Tuesday, 26th January 2010 by Pete Werner

Walt Disney World has announced that they will be opening a new pizzeria at the Italy pavilion in Epcot later this year.  Operated by the Patina Group, the new pizzeria will seat 300 in a restaurant with “Florentine architecture”.
In fairness, let me say that I think the Patina group generally does a good job and [...]

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Posted on Sunday, 3rd January 2010 by Dave Parfitt

I know, I know, it’s cliche to write the year-end retrospective article around New Year’s.  However, I can’t help it.  It’s my nature as a scientist to analyze, evaluate, and reflect, and it’s amazing to think about all the different experiences I’ve squeezed into 2009.  There were trips to Disneyland, Walt Disney World, SeaWorld, Universal [...]

Tags: Apollo, DIS Unplugged, friends, Give Kids the World, Kennedy Space Center
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Posted on Monday, 7th December 2009 by Kathy Werling

Universal Orlando Resort started their Holiday celebrations December 5, 2009. Both parks have plenty of activities for the family. Our favorite park is Universal Studios so we headed there on Saturday to see the Macy’s Holiday Parade and the Holiday Concert Series.

Tags: Chris Isaak, Islands Of Adventure, Mainheim Steamroller, Natalie Cole, Universal Orlando, Universal Studios
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Posted on Thursday, 3rd December 2009 by Skip Potter

I just got back from an awesome trip to Orlando, and thought I would write about my experience with Amtrak and Mears Transportation. My previous wheelchair was damaged by the airlines, so I have decided not to travel by myself on an airplane until Mobility Air begins flying. My current wheelchair has greatly increased my [...]

Tags: Amtrak, Kissimmee, Mears, Orlando, Shuttle, Taxi, Train, Wheelchair
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