Rosen Shingle Creek Resort And Hotel Orlando, FL Review!

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The Rosen Shingle Creek Resort and Hotel in Orlando, FL is what I would call a luxury conference hotel. First of all it is huge, if my kids went on a treasure hunt it could have lasted the entire trip. Simply exploring the resort and grounds was entertaining because Harris Rosen, founder and President of [...]

Universal Studios Mardi Gras 2013!

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Early springtime in Central Florida has proven to be the absolute best time to celebrate Mardi Gras.  Wait, what??  Central Florida?  Yes, people! Universal Orlando has been hosting their very own Mardi Gras celebration for many years now, including all the festivities you would see down on Bourbon St.  Universal doesn’t skimp on the rich [...]

Dreamworks Animation’s The Croods Movie Is About Family!

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There are many animated movies on the market that revolve around families, however very few really revolve around family. Dreamworks Animation’s The Croods is about a real family. Maybe they are living in the dark ages, but they are a lot like us. The teenage daughter Eep wants her freedom and the strong father figure [...]

Epcot Presents Family Treasures from the Kinsey Collection!

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Last Friday I was treated to a cultural experience at the American Pavilion in Walt Disney World’s Epcot. The Kinsey Collection is an art exhibit featuring over 400 years of African American achievement and contribution. During this run at the American Pavilion about 40 pieces will be shown at a time, but they will be [...]

SeaWorld Orlando’s Bands Brew And BBQ 2013 Festival Review!

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SeaWorld Orlando is currently hosting their sizzling Bands, Brew & BBQ festival.  During this festival, they showcase amazing local BBQ restaurants, top notch concerts featuring the best in classic rock and country music and of course, a wide variety of ice cold brews to sample.  The dates for this festival are every Saturday and Sunday, [...]

This Valentine’s Day Visit Splitsville Luxury Lanes Downtown Disney West Side!

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Valentine’s Day is for lovers and many will stress over the perfect date night for this special Holiday. For so many it’s their one night away from the children and they want to make it perfect. Dinner and a movie is great, but what if you want to interact and talk to your partner? I [...]

Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway!

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Right now until December 31st the Richard Petty Driving Experience at Walt Disney World Speedway is offering $59 Ride Along Experience specials. I can’t think of a much better gift to get for the man in your life whether that be a Father, Husband, Grandfather, Uncle or whoever else. Yesterday Meredith and I headed out [...]

Holidays At Universal Orlando Resort 2012!

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This year Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure rolled out the red carpet once again so that the local bloggers and media could experience Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort 2012. The festivities are always in full swing come December 1st  with the Green Meanie (and I don’t mean the Incredible Hulk) acting as Emcee. We [...]

Walt Disney World New FantasyLand Event Day One!

There are honestly no questions that have come before this day and no questions that will ever come after as important as the one created at the opening of the New FantasyLand at Walt Disney World in Central Florida. That question is, “Have you seen the dragon?” The fire breathing dragon flies over the new [...]

Yamashiro Restaurant Hollywood With Chef Brock Kleweno Review!

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I’m opening with “I’m not a Foodie” so that you understand that this review isn’t going to be a technical analysis of all the amazing dishes at Yamashiro Hollywood. Instead, it will be about my experience at this amazing Asian inspired Mountain Palace above Hollywood. One that I won’t soon forget since Chef Brock Kleweno [...]

SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration 2012! Where The Season Meets The Sea!

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SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration is each year one of my favorite events. Their glorious Sea of Trees brings tears to my eyes time and time again. Yes, I admit I’m a total sap but I just can’t hold back the crying when these beautiful Christmas trees, lit up on full display in the middle of the [...]

Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2012!

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This year my husband and I decided to enjoy Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2012 as adults without children. We invited our cousins Vince and Kelly and took our time really taking in the shows and attractions that are usually passed up due to the kids wanting to do rides and characters. Even on a [...]

Interview With Darren Ross Manager Of The Magic Castle Hotel In Hollywood, CA!

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You all know I visit The Magic Castle Hotel all the time. There is no place I’d rather stay while out in Los Angeles. It’s located smack in the middle of Hollywood right off the Hollywood Blvd so you aren’t in the middle of the crazy. But it only takes 3 minutes to walk to [...]

Care To Hear About My Star Studded Hollywood Trip?

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Last Thursday I was flown out to Hollywood for a star studded long weekend of events sure to go down in my blogging history book. As you all know it’s where my heart lives and I am lucky enough to have some wonderful friends and contacts out there to ensure my time spent is never [...]

Ocean Spray Cranberry Bog At Epcot Food And Wine Festival!

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I’ve always had this love affair with cranberries. Those tart and darling pebbles of deliciousness are miraculous in that they are both adorable AND good for us. But, of course, you knew that right? I had the opportunity to attend a media event sponsored by Ocean Spray. Each year Ocean Spray showcases their enormous bog [...]