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District Eat and Play is the place to play in Central Florida! Located on the east wing of the Oviedo Mall, District Eat and Play is the first entertainment venue to offer escape rooms in addition to an arcade, bar and restaurant and bowling! We recently spent a day eating and playing at the brand new venue and here’s why we recommend planning a visit!
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Enjoy 66 acres of family fun at Disney’s Blizzard Beach Water Park! It’s the best way to play during Florida’s summer days. We planned a visit to the Orlando water park for some fun in the sun. We’re sharing all our favorites in the post below – including foodie finds!
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Who else struggles with mom guilt? I know I’m not alone in this! The final week of summer snuck up on us and I’m feeling the guilt. Did we do enough this summer? What else can we do to make this summer special? While we did a few staycations and a quick road trip to Atlanta, I wanted to plan a final week of summer fun. Sooo the kids and I came up with a plan to do a mini foodie tour of Orlando.
Did you know Tropical Smoothie Cafe offers more than just smoothies? Surprisingly many people don’t realize that there’s much more to the Tropical Smoothie Cafe menu. So, we started off our foodie tour at TSC on Sunday for lunch. Their fun tropical decor always puts me in a zen vibe. I’m still obsessing over their pendant lights – I must find out where they found those! Anyway, back to the food. 😉
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An all-new Monster Jam Triple Threat Series is coming to Orlando! The new season will bring motorsport fans to the edge of their seats with adrenaline-charged, high-flying, four-wheel excitement that is fun for the entire family and is unlike anything ever seen at the stadium-style events. The Triple Threat Arena Tour debuts in Orlando for the first time, so you won’t want to miss this exciting opportunity!
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You may have caught my mouthwatering photos on Instagram or Facebook from a recent visit to Marlow’s Tavern. I spent the afternoon with fellow bloggers taste-testing Marlow’s Tavern summer menu and left full and satisfied. Their handcrafted dishes are so delicious, you’ll definitely want to make a visit to a location near you soon!
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Join Buzz, Woody and the rest of the Toy Story gang as you play in Andy’s backyard! You’ll shrink to a toy size as you walk through the larger than life Toy Story Land at Disney World! Enjoy three attractions, character encounters, foodie finds, and more in this brand new area of play. Read on for everything you need to know about Toy Story Land including a video!
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Discover what happens after dark at Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon with their brand new H2O Glow Nights event! “Toy Story” stars Rex, Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Jessie transform Typhoon Lagoon into a nighttime glow party in the surf pool, at the beach, and throughout other areas of the park. This special summer event is not to be missed! Check out our exclusive coverage below on Disney’s H2O Glow Nights including a video of the park’s activities.
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If you’ve ever visited the Orlando airport, you’ve most likely spotted the Orlando Watersports Complex off the highway. One of the most popular cable wakeboard parks in the entire U.S., OWC recently expanded their waterpark to include a brand new Aquapark! This huge obstacle course offers endless fun for adults and kids alike! We recently visited the watersports complex for a day of fun including a ride on the cables. Check out the full aquapark video below!
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As a born and raised Floridian, who’s lived in Central Florida for 30 years, I’ve had the luxury of frequenting a variety of Orlando Florida hotels. My boys and I know the term “staycation” very well as a majority of our summer is spent traveling throughout Florida. We’ve collected some of our favorite spots including water park hotels and theme park resorts in this Best Orlando Hotels round-up! If you’re visiting the Orlando area, you’ll definitely want to check out these preferred resorts.
Did you know Orlando gets nearly 3 times as many visitors as Las Vegas? It’s true, according to VisitOrlando, an official travel source. As Orlando continues to grow in visitor volume, the hotels in the area have to keep up with demand. There are a variety of hotels and resorts to choose from, but these 10 are the best of the best in our personal opinion. Read on for details!
SeaWorld Summer Nights is here! Take your family to the most spectacular summer festival. Enjoy new foods, happy hour drinks, new shows, and amazing fireworks and fountains after hours at SeaWorld Orlando! Check out this recap video below on what to see and do at SeaWorld this summer.
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It’s time to celebrate! Main Event is your graduation party venue destination! It’s perfect for kids (and adults) of all ages. If you’re looking for the best place to host friends and family for your child’s special occasion, Main Event Entertainment has you covered with everything from delicious food to family fun. We recently hosted our fifth-grade graduation party at the Orlando location and couldn’t be happier with the turnout. Not in Orlando? No worries – Main Event has several other locations. Read on for more details on why this is the perfect grad party venue.
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Star Wars fans can now celebrate the saga at Legoland Star Wars Days! Visit the outdoor LEGO display area to see the LEGO® Star Wars™: The Force Awakens MINILAND Model Display, meet and greet with Star Wars characters, and much more, all while enjoying the LEGOLAND theme park!
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The DoubleTree Hilton Orlando is just steps from the SeaWorld theme parks. Spanning 28 acres, this resort is located in the heart of I-Drive – Orlando’s main tourist destination! We visited the DoubleTree Hilton Orlando SeaWorld to explore the recent renovations of their meeting space with a state-of-the-art venue space and over 1000 refreshed guestrooms. In addition to visiting the resort, our family also explored SeaWorld and Discovery Cove parks. Check out the Discovery Cove video tour below!
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Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen will satisfy your cravings for a homemade meal. Using quality ingredients, Cheddar’s dishes are prepared on site, not outsourced. You’ll find all your favorites made-from-scratch like bourbon glazed pork chops, hand-breaded chicken tenders, hand-cut grilled salmon, and much more. With considerable portions and affordable prices, you’ll leave satisfied every time!
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Do you have the itch to take a much-needed vacation? I have the perfect recommendation for your getaway, the Hilton Orlando Florida Resort! The property is centrally located in the heart of Orlando’s attraction area, and offers world-class amenities including a lazy river and abundance of private pool cabanas! This weekend our family enjoyed a staycation at the Hilton Orlando to experience all this amazing resort has to offer. Read on for details on why you should book your stay here too!
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The Color Run Hero Tour is making a stop in Orlando on April 14th! This year’s tour features an all-new Color Runner kit, epic course elements, and a super-charged Finish Festival! You won’t want to miss this fun event that’s perfect for the whole family. Join us for the Orlando Color Run aka the #Happiest5k on the planet!
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Waitress the musical with original music and lyrics by 5-time Grammy® nominee Sara Bareilles is now playing at the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts! Check out this Waitress musical review, then grab your tickets before it’s gone!
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“Jenna, you can tell the whole story with a taste.”
-It Only Takes a Taste – Waitress
You may have seen on my Insta feed that I recently went to a tasting at Habit Burger Grill. Wowza do they have some tasty food! I am pretty picky about my burgers…actually I’m pretty picky about most of my food. So, I was pleasantly surprised to learn that all of Habit Burger’s food is made fresh to order, and their entire menu is inexpensive too! Quality and affordable – what a deal. I hope you guys are hungry because once I’m through sharing my tasting experience, you guys will want to #MakeItAHabit. 😉
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The world’s number one musical is now playing at Dr. Phillips Center! The Lion King Orlando Broadway performance is returning to Central Florida for the next four weeks, Feb. 14 – March 11. My husband and I had the opportunity to attend a live performance of the musical and were completely blown away! The amount of work and intricate detail that went into every ounce of this show has made it a sensational hit. From the beautifully detailed costumes to the outstanding performers, The Lion King Broadway Musical is a must-see!
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Discover globally inspired food at the SeaWorld Seven Seas Food Festival! Beginning weekends Feb. 17-April 15, guests can sip and sample delicious foods while enjoying world-class entertainment at SeaWorld Orlando. Guest writer, BobbiJo taste-tested a variety of foods appearing at this year’s event, including grilled lamb chop, sea scallops Provencal, Bingsu vanilla ice cream, and dark chocolate Guinness mousse parfait – to name a few. She had an absolute blast and thoroughly enjoyed the food festival experience.
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Get ready to rock with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s School of Rock Musical! If you’ve seen the hit movie starring Jack Black, you’ll love this live performance. The cast and music is entertaining from beginning to end! Join Dewey Finn in his quest to be a rock legend in the School of Rock Musical, now playing!
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Marvel fans – get ready for a live, legendary battle with all of your favorite superheroes! Marvel Universe LIVE! Age of Heroes 2018 tour kicks off in Tampa, Florida followed by several other city stops throughout the year. Check out this video sneak peek of the show, plus details on getting your Marvel Universe Live tickets.
Build life-long memories at Gaylord Palms Orlando. Every winter Gaylord Palms becomes the attraction for family fun with ICE!, snow tubing, breakfast with Charlie Brown, and so much more! I’m giving you an overview of this unforgettable experience, and why you should book a stay at Gaylord Palms Orlando now!
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Love Never Dies: The Phantom Returns is an amazing musical and must-see! The love story continues 10 years later when The Phantom and musical protégée, Christine Daaé, cross paths. Christine is now married and has a son, but The Phantom just can’t resist luring her back in. The cast and set are simply stunning. I highly recommend getting your tickets for this beautiful show!
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Grab your most comfy walking shoes and make your way to Disney Springs stores for all the best Disney gear! If you and your little ones are Disney fans, Disney Springs is the place to shop for back to school! The recent updates to the Disney Springs area have made it the destination for everything Disney. They have everything from stores to food to entertainment. It’s one of our favorite places to visit in our city! Read on for more details about our #ShopDisneySprings experience below.
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Want to cool off from Florida’s heat? Head to SeaWorld’s Aquatica Water Park! You can purchase tickets online for as low as $39.99 for single-day admission – that’s $20 off! There’s so much to see and do at Aquatica, including 42 slides, rivers and lagoons! See our fun-filled day at the water park below.
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Disney On Ice is returning to Orlando for a limited time! See the fantastic Disney On Ice Dare To Dream performance September 8-10 at the Orlando Amway Center. We’ve been lucky enough to attend multiple shows over the last few years and look forward to seeing this new performance! Read on for more details about the Disney On Ice Orlando show and how to save on tickets, plus a reader giveaway!
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