Category Archives: Florida Attractions

Twilight Star BooBoo Stewart Gets Up Close And Personal With Whale at SeaWorld

I’m a big fan of the Wild Artic section of both SeaWorld Orlando and San Diego. But I’ve never done the upclose encounter with the beluga whales the park cares for there. Some new photos with Twilight Saga celebrity BooBoo … Continue reading

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J.R. Martinez, Dancing With The Stars Champion, Visits Wizarding World of Harry Potter

Actor and former U.S. army soldier J.R. Martinez was hosted by Universal Orlando Resort today as he vacationed in Orlando. Best known for winning season 13 of ABC’s hit TV series, “Dancing with the Stars,” J.R. enjoyed an exciting performance … Continue reading

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What must SeaWorld Do To Fix Shamu Show, Parks?

Last week a fascinating show was aired on WMFE.org, the Central Florida NPR station, that looked at what SeaWorld needs to do to complete its recovery from the twin blows of a deflated economy and the death of a trainer … Continue reading

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Discovery Cove’s Freshwater Oasis – A Sneak Peek

Opening at Discovery Cove this spring is Freshwater Oasis, an all-new attraction featuring wading adventures and face-to-face encounters with playful otters and curious marmosets. Designed with a rainforest canopy above and sparkling-clear springs below, Freshwater Oasis is a natural fit … Continue reading

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Brazil a replacement for Euro-Tourism?

Anyone else noticing a lot more Brazilian tourists at Walt Disney World these days? We certainly have. There’s a good reason for that, not only has the economy of Brazil stabilized producing more disposable income, but the volume of European … Continue reading

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