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Your Ultimate Guide on Getting to Epic Universe: What You Need to Know
Universal's Epic Universe is here, promising unforgettable experiences unlike anything you've seen before! But with a brand-new park...

Melissa Lenox
Jun 135 min read


Family with Small Children? No Need for Missing Out - Child Swap at Universal Parks
How do you ride the big rides when you’ve got littles that aren’t tall enough? Who has major FOMO when it comes to this sort of thing? I...
mlenox0
Feb 2, 20234 min read


2022- What an Amazing Year of Travel!
by Lynne Macolini As we start a new year with, what I expect, will be plenty of unknown adventures, I am reflecting on all of the amazing...

Coasters & Castles Travel
Jan 10, 20232 min read


Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando
Want a family friendly way to celebrate Mardi Gras? Then head to Universal Orlando this February thru April. On select nights from...
mlenox0
Dec 27, 20222 min read


Holidays at Universal Orlando
The holidays have begun at Universal Orlando resort! You can celebrate in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, watch the Who-liday...
mlenox0
Nov 18, 20223 min read


Table Service Dining Options at Universal Orlando
There are many differences between Universal Orlando Resort and Walt Disney World. And I don't mean that in a bad way! They both have so...
mlenox0
Nov 5, 20225 min read


Halloween in Hogsmeade
Are you headed to Universal Orlando this month but are not feeling up for Halloween Horror Nights? Then you need to visit Hogsmeade in...
mlenox0
Oct 2, 20222 min read


Prepare to be Scared at Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios
It's 3 months to Halloween and for many when August hits, it's spooky season! Looking for a real scare this Halloween? Then you need to...
mlenox0
Jul 31, 20223 min read


What's in my park bag?
What do you need with you for a day in a theme park? There is no right or wrong answer but I have my list of must or like to have’s when...
mlenox0
Jul 6, 20223 min read


Special Tips for Beating the Lines at Universal Orlando Resort
Universal Orlando is the thrill riders dream. From Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket to the Hulk, to Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike...

Coasters & Castles Travel
Jun 27, 20212 min read


Travel News of the Week
Theme Park News Universal Orlando Resort Work is resuming on Universal Orlando Resort’s Epic Universe – the widely anticipated theme park...
April Botta
Mar 8, 202112 min read


Travel News of the Week
In the World News The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Jan. 12 said all international airline passengers headed...
April Botta
Jan 18, 20217 min read


Travel News of the Week
In the World News AMResorts has announced that reopening of Dreams Playa Bonita in Panama has been pushed to March 10, 2021. AmaWaterways...
April Botta
Dec 21, 20204 min read


Travel News of the Week
Cruise Line News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) lifted their No Sail Order and issued a Framework for Conditional...
April Botta
Nov 9, 20203 min read


All About the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
There is so much to see and do in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. Even if you’ve never seen the movies...
abotta6
Oct 18, 20202 min read


Travel News of the Week
Walt Disney World: Winter Summerland Miniature Golf will be opening for a limited time. Disney will be adjusting their miniature golf...
April Botta
Oct 10, 20202 min read


Travel News of the Week
Walt Disney World: Disney's Hollywood Studios has announced the return of two popular shows. "For the First Time in Forever: A Frozen...
April Botta
Oct 3, 20205 min read


Travel News of the Week
Walt Disney World The holidays will be coming to Walt Disney World beginning November 6th to December 30th. Enjoy festive décor, themed...
April Botta
Sep 25, 20204 min read
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