Welcome to the beginning of our new weekly article series! Each week we will ask you to vote for your favorite food, place, ride or activities at theme parks across the globe. This week we start at the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. [Read more…]
Help Fun Spot pick a commercial to air locally during Super Bowl XLVIII
With the commercials just as big a part of the Super Bowl as the game itself, Fun Spot will debut their own Super Bowl commercial during the big game on Feb. 2 on Fox 35 in the Orlando area. [Read more…]
Theme Park Foodie: Counting down my top 5 theme park restaurants
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 theme parks by guests, but Orlando’s parks are taking steps to improve their culinary offerings and bring dining into the spotlight. As a result, many parks are moving away from the “burgers and fries” model and are offering higher quality menu options at every price level.
The Theme Park Foodie blog was created to share information on these changes and improvements in the Central Florida area. Like the blog, this new regular column will cover theme park food news, dining and reservations tips, top (and bottom) fives, reviews and more. [Read more…]
Dark ride fans pick their favorites in Orlando – Magic Kingdom named best dark ride park
To amusement park lovers, Orlando may be the mecca for dark attractions. In a recent survey of the Darkride and Funhouse Enthusiasts (DAFE) (Yes, there’s a club just for fans of indoor attractions), members chose Magic Kingdom as their “Favorite Dark Attraction Park”. Members were also asked for their favorite dark attractions in the Orlando area. [Read more…]