Tag: Wizarding World of Harry Potter

  • Bungling a Trip to Walt Disney World

    Like most of you, I’m contemplating another vacation to Walt Disney World.  As I think about the usual planning topics (hotel, transportation, dining and so forth), I’m also reflecting on past trips.  And frankly, I came away from our last trip, in December 2011, a little frustrated.  It’s taken me a while to understand why,…

  • Going to See Blue Man Group at Universal Orlando? Become a VIP!

    Blue Man Group, the hit, high-tech comical show that incorporates lights, sound effects, stunning visuals, and technology has brought their show experience to a new level at the Universal Orlando Resort.  A new VIP experience has been added for guests to enjoy.  So, not only can you catch the recently updated show, but now you…

  • 2011 Theme Park Attendance Report

    Every year the TEA (Themed Entertainment Association) publishes a report on attendance at theme parks worldwide. This year the report is published in conjunction with AECOM. The report for 2011 came out recently. Here is a link to the full 2011 report.

  • Universal Orlando Update

    As Universal Orlando continues their ‘Year to be Here’ campaign, new attractions, shows, and announcements continue to roll out to the public.  Keep reading through the page break and let’s take a look at what guests and visitors have to look forward to this summer.

  • Universal Orlando Dining Tips and Recommendations

    Attention Marvel super heroes, students of Hogwarts, and citizens of Duloc; it’s true, you get hungry too.  If you plan on visiting the Universal Orlando resort in the near future you’ll certainly want to know the best places to dine and understand how the resort handles its dining logistics.  Like any other theme park resort…

  • Orlando Theme Parks: An Amazing but Silent Period of Growth

    Hey!  <Shake…shake…shake> wake up!   <Tap…tap…tap> come over here, there’s something we need to talk about.  I’m not sure everyone is aware of what’s going on, but we need to get something out on the table.  Sometimes things can happen under the radar and we aren’t even aware of it, but that’s not going to happen…

  • A Weekend of Wizardry and Magic with the DIS Unplugged

    Wands, wizards, and muggles were abundant this past Saturday night, Dec 10th inside Islands of Adventure’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter.  The DIS and Dreams Unlimited Travel threw a party for its customers, forum visitors, and fans of the vacation planning website.  To learn more about the amazing weekend events and activities, continue through the…