We Address Some Orlando Myths and Misconceptions Is IHOP really the best place for breakfast? Should you spend part of your vacation in Orlando shopping at Walmart? Are there secret police waiting to arrest jaywalkers on International Drive? While my answer would be “No” to all of these questions, I discovered that a large number […]
Sweet by Holly Review: Which Cupcake Flavor are You? It may sounds predictable, but I’m a Red Velvet. There are many flavors to love at Sweet by Holly, but I always have to get the Red Velvet cupcake on every visit. It’s a delicious classic. We love walking inside and seeing rows and rows of […]
New Disney Parks Security Changes Are a Hit with Us! The Disney Parks security changes are really streamlining entry into the Magic Kingdom. The old system in required all guests to pass through security in the same area, which could lead to some delays and bad experiences just before entering the park. While we think […]
Our Top 9 Restaurants in Walt Disney World – Rebroadcast Thanks for listening to The Orlando Local Show. Our family enjoyed a nice Easter break, but that put a dent in our podcast production schedule. So I called an audible and decided to re-broadcast our episode about our top 9 restaurants at Walt Disney World. You […]
The Top 6 Orlando Running Races If you’re looking for some races in Orlando, besides the RunDisney races, we have some outstanding picks for you. These races are all less expensive and less crowded than the RunDisney races. If you want to see Orlando and Central Florida instead of a theme park, we hope you’ll […]
The Return of Star Wars Celebration Orlando After wandering the galaxy for five years, Star Wars Celebration is back in Orlando. Star Wars Celebration Orlando is the ultimate Star Wars fan festival. Filled with passionate fans who dress as their favorite characters and geek out over four days, this conference truly lives up to its […]
Disney Springs: Dining, Shopping and Entertainment Disney Springs is a sprawling complex in Walt Disney World filled with dining, shopping and entertainment. You can get away from the stress of the parks to relax over a meal, see a show or movie, and do a little shopping. Getting to Disney Springs For resort guests staying […]
Craft Beer in Orlando It’s ubiquitous. You can find beer in any bar. However, you don’t always find specialty craft beer in every bar. Try something interesting and unique. There is a thriving craft beer and microbrewery scene happening all over Orlando. For those visiting around International Drive, we mention two of our favorite restaurants that have […]
Daytona Bike Week Overview for the First Time Visitor Sometimes I wish Daytona Bike Week was a holiday, because it’s one of my favorite times of the year. The weather is usually great. People who attend Bike Week are generally happy and friendly. Bike Week started in 1937 with the Daytona 200 race on the […]
The Wild Africa Trek Takes You Behind the Scenes at Disney’s Animal Kingdom If you enjoy the Kilimanjaro Safaris and want a more in-depth experience and a chance to see behind the scenes, the Wild Africa Trek at Disney’s Animal Kingdom may be for you. The Wild Africa Trek is a Behind the Scenes tour of […]