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A central Floridian city, famed for its theme parks, including a renowned castle-filled magical kingdom and studios celebrating movies and science.

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Foodies can enjoy a tour de feast at the annual EPCOT International Food and Wine Festival July 14-November 19, 2022. Park-goers can stroll through six continents at EPCOT and enjoy an eat-a-thon with global eats, fine wine, and craft beer. From indulging in warm raclette cheese to flaky spanakopita to sweet Belgian waffles, this top-tier food and wine festival is a feast for the senses. The festival also includes nightly concerts with artists like Joey Fatone & Friends, Hanson, and Boyz II Men.

laurenmack 2 years ago

The Central Florida city famed for its theme parks is also where the most successful boy bands of all time were created in abundance in the 1990s. The Backstreet Boys, NSYNC, and O-Town all came from Orlando, the home of the late music producer Lou Pearlman, and the pop world has never been the same since.

laurenmack 2 years ago

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  • The Best Places to Celebrate Halloween Worldwide

    Darkness falls across the world on October 31st, ushering in a night of Halloween thrills and chills. The pagan festival of Halloween was first celebrated in Ireland 3,000 years ago. Today, the Gaelic festival is celebrated with freaky fun that includes wild halloween events, carved pumpkins, trick-or-treating, ghost tours, parades, and more. While there are […]

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  • The Ultimate Guide to Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2022

    Most people run from things that go bump in the night, but Halloween Horror Nights (HNN) at Universal Orlando Resort’s Universal Studios Florida park invites guests to run straight toward them. On select nights in September and October each year, the Orlando, FL theme park transforms from a family-friendly vacation spot into a playground for […]

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  • 17 of the Most Haunted Places in America

    Mysterious and spooky, ghosts have captivated the world for centuries. From ghost stories and seances to haunted tours of the most mysterious places on earth, the fascination with spirits and connecting with the departed skyrockets during autumn with cooler weather, long nights, and, of course, Halloween. The most haunted places in the U.S. are not […]

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  • 9 of America’s Top Dinosaur Museums & Attractions

    Did you grow up lecturing classmates on the difference between a Brontosaurus and a Brachiosaurus? Did you spend sleepless nights watching Jurassic Park over and over (and over) again? While we can’t hook you up with a time machine, we can point you toward nine dinosaur museums and dinosaur attractions across the US where you […]

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  • 9 of the Most Outrageous Theme Parks Treats in the US

    Theme parks know how to do treats. Everywhere you look there are ice cream cones, cotton candy, pretzels, and popcorn. While those are all perfectly acceptable snacks, they aren’t quite the drool-worthy treats you dream about at night, ya know? This list of over-the-top treats will have you saying things like, “I can’t believe those […]

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  • 23 Unique Things to Do in Orlando

    When you think about Orlando, the first thing that comes to mind is probably the world famous theme park that calls this city home (hey, Disney). Don’t get us wrong: the parks are definitely fun and worth a visit. But there are also a host of local, hidden experiences just steps away from rollercoasters and […]

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  • The Ultimate Guide to Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando 2023

    Universal Orlando Resort has been celebrating Mardi Gras for 26 years, and with a few health and safety modifications, this year is no exception. Like New Orleans, there are bedazzled floats, jazz music, and a lively atmosphere that you wouldn’t expect to see outside of Bourbon Street. To ensure the safety of guests and employees, […]

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  • 10 Theme Park Celebrations For a Holly, Jolly Holiday

    We know 2020 has been a real Scrooge, but even with modified offerings and health measures in place, theme parks around the world are bringing major Christmas cheer this holiday season. From festive decor to live entertainment and over-the-top holiday treats, even that mean old Scrooge might get a smile on his face. There’s snow […]

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  • 10 of the Best Theme Park Bars in the World

    Amusement parks aren’t always known as the best place to saddle up to the bar for a frosty beer or fancy cocktail, but most have a hidden gem or two that can hold their own against your favorite local haunt. From hand-crafted mixed drinks to cozy couches and gorgeous scenery, these watering holes will blow […]

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  • The Best Theme Parks Halloween Events for 2023

    Theme parks around the world have devised some positively devilish ways to keep the Halloween spirit alive— or in this case, undead—in 2023. This year, look forward to haunted houses, nighttime coaster rides, pumpkin-spiced treats, and sprawling scare zones with creepy creatures lurking behind every dark corner. Don’t be a jerk-o-lantern: grab a friend and […]

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  • 9 of the Best Theme Park Food & Wine Festivals 2023

    If you’ve been avoiding theme park vacations because you aren’t into princesses or tripping over toddlers all day, these theme park food and wine festivals might be enough to change your mind. Offering unexpected and unquestionably more grown-up menus, these festivals bring upscale dishes and swanky libations into the world of corn dogs and soft […]

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