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Epic Universe expected to bring big bucks for Orange County. How the new park could boost the economy
Read full article: Epic Universe expected to bring big bucks for Orange County. How the new park could boost the economyFrom tourist tax dollars to a hiring spree, Epic Universe is expected to be an economic boon when it opens next year. Here's what Orange County can expect.
Thanksgiving travel: 1.9M expected to pass through Orlando, MCO ready for rush
Read full article: Thanksgiving travel: 1.9M expected to pass through Orlando, MCO ready for rushThe Orlando International Airport is gearing up for a busy Thanksgiving travel season, with changes made to make passengers’ experience easier now in full swing.
What Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy means for holiday travelers
Read full article: What Spirit Airlines' bankruptcy means for holiday travelersKnown for its low fares and minimalist approach, Spirit’s financial turmoil now raises questions for passengers with upcoming travel plans. Despite the filing, the carrier’s leadership says it plans to continue operations while reorganizing. The timing has raised many questions among industry watchers.
Gronk at the Great Wolf Lodge. Indoor water park has grand opening in Florida
Read full article: Gronk at the Great Wolf Lodge. Indoor water park has grand opening in FloridaThe Great Wolf Lodge had its grand opening on Thursday and a special guest was on hand, someone who has experience with grand celebrations.
Merlin Entertainments announces ticket sale for Legoland Florida
Read full article: Merlin Entertainments announces ticket sale for Legoland FloridaThe kickoff to the Christmas shopping season is a week away, but before Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Floridians can take advantage of more theme park ticket deals.
New homes announced for Monsters Inc. and Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Read full article: New homes announced for Monsters Inc. and Muppets at Disney’s Hollywood StudiosMuppet fans have been bracing for news that Monstropolis could be taking over the beloved Muppets Courtyard. Walt Disney World has now confirmed it to be true.
How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las Vegas
Read full article: How exactly to plan the ultimate girls trip to Las VegasLas Vegas is a classic U.S. travel destination. It’s vibrant, usually packed with people, larger than life, and there’s likely something to do for ANY personality type -- even if you’re not all that into gambling or drinking.
Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy City
Read full article: Chicago with the kids: 5 ways to make it a perfect trip to the Windy CityWhether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.
There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problems
Read full article: There’s a cool cave in Croatia where you can sip wine and forget about your problemsWhen life gets too stressful, imaging that you're on vacation at an exotic remote location while drinking copious amounts of wine can be the best medicine for getting through a rough day.
You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right now
Read full article: You can book a stay at Tony Stark’s cabin right nowAs we continue to mourn Iron Man (we’ll never really stop, will we?), there’s some good news for die-hard fans of “Avengers: Endgame”: The last place Tony Stark called home, and his funeral site (RIP Tony!) is up for grabs on Airbnb.
5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read this
Read full article: 5 places that aren’t on your California bucket list, but they will be after you read thisRaise your hand if you’re excited for a trip this year, or you’re planning on taking a vacation in the near future.
5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next trip
Read full article: 5 convincing reasons why you should visit Colorado for your next tripThere seems to be a buzz in the air -- on social media and in person, more and more people are chatting about the places they’ll go, now that the COVID-19 vaccine is readily available and the world of travel is reopening to the masses.
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‘A love of exploration:’ Disney Treasure makes magical arrival at Port Canaveral
Read full article: ‘A love of exploration:’ Disney Treasure makes magical arrival at Port CanaveralAfter a transatlantic journey and a little detour, Disney's newest cruise ship is expected to arrive at its new home port.
FIRST LOOK: Frankenstein, Wolfman animated figures revealed at new Epic Universe attraction
Read full article: FIRST LOOK: Frankenstein, Wolfman animated figures revealed at new Epic Universe attractionUniversal Orlando revealed new images of some of the animated figures that make up Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment.
Do the airlines have enough competition? Biden administration investigating, seeking public input
Read full article: Do the airlines have enough competition? Biden administration investigating, seeking public inputThe Biden administration is seeking information about the state of competition in air travel.
Universal’s new Epic Universe hotels announce names and opening dates
Read full article: Universal’s new Epic Universe hotels announce names and opening datesLoews Hotels is ready to take hospitality out of this world with its newest resort hotels coming to Universal Orlando Resort’s newest theme park, Epic Universe.
Greenwood Cemetery is the eternal home of Orlando’s history makers. This tour shows you the haunted side
Read full article: Greenwood Cemetery is the eternal home of Orlando’s history makers. This tour shows you the haunted sideGreenwood Cemetery is Orlando’s oldest, established in 1880 by eight men with last names folks who have driven around Orlando will recognize, like Boone, Livingston, Delaney and Robinson.
Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe tickets
Read full article: Passholders face epic wait times for Universal Epic Universe ticketsUniversal Orlando Resort annual passholders got the chance Thursday to purchase one-day tickets to the new Epic Universe theme park, due to open in May next year. But what many encountered was an epic wait.
Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to know
Read full article: Disney World raises annual pass prices across the board. What you need to knowNew prices for annual passes were unveiled Wednesday on the Walt Disney World website, with costs going up between $30 and $100, depending on the pass.
US fines American Airlines $50 million over mishandling of disabled passengers and wheelchairs
Read full article: US fines American Airlines $50 million over mishandling of disabled passengers and wheelchairsThe U.S. government is fining American Airlines $50 million for failing to provide wheelchair assistance to passengers with disabilities and damaging thousands of wheelchairs over a five-year period.
Can’t wait for The Canopy in Orlando? Here are 3 underpass parks around the US to check out
Read full article: Can’t wait for The Canopy in Orlando? Here are 3 underpass parks around the US to check outOne of Orlando’s busiest highways will soon double as a vibrant oasis for residents to gather. The city of Orlando released a first look at The Canopy, a project to develop the vacant space under Interstate 4. As you wait in anticipation of The Canopy’s opening day, take a look at these three similar underpass parks to make the time pass a little easier.
Airlines say they're capping fares in the hurricane's path as Biden warns against price gouging
Read full article: Airlines say they're capping fares in the hurricane's path as Biden warns against price gougingPresident Joe Biden is warning airlines and other companies not to overcharge people who are trying to get out of the path of Hurricane Milton.
‘400 years of life:’ Que Throm and Cicero Greathouse defined querencia
Read full article: ‘400 years of life:’ Que Throm and Cicero Greathouse defined querencia"Querencia" is a Spanish concept with meanings as vague as a place of belonging to as specific as the spot in an arena where a wounded bull rests. Read about how the relationship and adventure shared by artists Que Throm and Cicero Greathouse impacted Orlando and why their life together can be described by no better word.
Plan for glamping at an Osceola County park goes too far, Sierra Club says
Read full article: Plan for glamping at an Osceola County park goes too far, Sierra Club saysA proposal to add $19.5 million in“glamping” amenities like cabins, pools and more to South Park in Osceola County in side of Lake Toho is facing backlash from environmental advocates.