By Ashley Nichols It began at Universal Studios, and then spread to Downtown Disney. Unexpectedly, they appeared at SeaWorld Orlando at the end of March. Coke Freestyle machines have arrived, and they may have the potential to change Central Florida’s theme parks forever. Coca-Cola Freestyle, a drink machine rolled out by the Coca-Cola Company in [...]

By Ashley Nichols Mid-January is that wonderful time of the year when people begin to reevaluate their New Year’s Resolutions and either commit to them, or scrap them all together. I know that you were probably thinking about your personal resolution (losing weight, saving money, quitting smoking, etc.) around New Year’s Day, but now that [...]

By Ashley Nichols There has been much fanfare and excitement around Walt Disney World’s New Fantasyland expansion, which most notably features the Beauty and the Beast inspired restaurant, Be Our Guest. To the dismay of many, when information on the Be Our Guest restaurant was released in 2012, it did not in any way mention [...]

By Ashley Nichols 

I know, I know. Halloween has just ended. 

Nonetheless, the holiday season is quickly approaching and as much as I dislike “Christmas creep”, now is the time to start thinking seriously about your vacation dining plans. 

Although dining at Central Florida’s theme parks is a quick-service breeze, the finer dining options may [...]

By Ashley Nichols On Sept. 7, SeaWorld Orlando announced a new offer for its recently reopened Dine with Shamu experience. “Kids Eat Free at Dine with Shamu” runs now through Dec. 25. The promotion offers a free children’s meal (ages 3-9) for every full-priced adult reservation purchased. This is a great time for families to [...]

By Ashley Nichols For many, the words “theme park” brings thoughts of thrill rides, costumed characters, awe-inspiring shows and memorable moments. But thoughts of theme park food often include carnival-style favorites including burgers and fries, funnel cakes and snow cones. Dining is one of the most frequently overlooked details of a trip to Central Florida’s [...]