Flight cancellations causing holiday travel nightmares
For air travelers, the new year picked up where the old one left off – with lots of frustration, prompted by thousands of canceled flights.
World's tallest slingshot, drop tower rides opens at ICON Park in Orlando
The ICON Park Slingshot and the ICON Park Drop Tower opened Tuesday in Orlando. Both are described as "world-record setting" attractions.
Holidays at Walt Disney World: Food and drinks you can’t miss
Holiday festivities begin at Walt Disney World on Nov. 12., coinciding with the resort’s 50th anniversary, dubbed ‘The World’s Most Magical Celebration.’
'Space 220' restaurant opens at Epcot: Prices, menu, and more
Described by Disney as an “out-of-this-world dining experience,” the space-themed restaurant takes fine dining to a whole new level.
New 'Disney KiteTails' show debuts at Animal Kingdom
Disney said that the show, ‘Disney KiteTails,’ will start at the Discovery River Amphitheater near DinoLand U.S.A. on October 1st.
Tourism numbers detail latest economic blow to Orlando
The latest projections from the American Hotel and Lodging Association shows that the pandemic continues to ravage business travel with Florida projected to be down five billion dollars in revenue this year compared to 2019.
Disney World History: The opening and evolution of the iconic ‘Space Mountain’ attraction
The attraction has provided park guests with an out-of-this-world experience as they strap into a rocket, drop into darkness, and fly through space.
'Dark Arts at Hogwarts Castle' to return to Universal Orlando Resort
The nighttime show lights up Hogwarts Castle inside the ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter — Hogsmeade’ with state-of-the-art technology.
Walt Disney World annual passes go on sale Wednesday: What to know
The theme park company announced on their website that annual passes will go back on sale starting September 8th.
Behind-the-screams: Inside Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights
Halloween Horror Nights runs through October 31.
SeaWorld Orlando: Buy a 2022 fun card, get the rest of 2021 for free
The Fun Card gives parkgoers unlimited admission through December 31, 2022.
New details on Disney's upcoming 'Princess and the Frog' attraction revealed
The ‘Splash Mountain’ attraction at Walt Disney World and Disneyland is being re-themed to ‘The Princess and the Frog.'
Spooky events to enjoy at Central Florida's theme parks this year
All three major theme parks in Central Florida – Walt Disney World., Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando – have events for spooky season.
Another event cancels at Orange County Convention Center
Just as Central Florida's tourism industry was getting back on its feet, the COVID-19 delta variant is knocking it back down. A second event has been canceled at the Orange County Convention Center in as many weeks, the county says.
Melbourne airport expanding terminals
Melbourne Orlando International Airport is growing. Paving crews and heavy equipment are breaking ground on the apron area and taxiway at the airport.
Orlando Portillo's location to officially open on Tuesday
The chain is known for signature items like Chicago-style hot dogs, famous Italian beef sandwiches, char-grilled burgers, and famous chocolate cake.
Disney prepares for Epcot International Food and Wine Festival
Last year, the pandemic forced the annual event to be called the ‘Taste of Epcot’ because guests could only get a taste of normal Epcot offerings.
Norwegian Cruise Line announces 2021 return to Florida voyages
The cruise line said that they plan to set sail this summer with voyages from New York, Los Angeles, Port Canaveral, and Miami.
Mediation fails between Florida, CDC over cruise line lawsuit
Governor DeSantis signed a law that imposes a fine of $5,000 for each customer asked to provide proof of vaccination.
Bringing tourists back to Orlando
Travelers' confidence is growing and experts are hoping people across the country are itching to take a trip. For Visit Orlando, this summer is all about the bottom line and, of course, safety. That is why the tourism team is doing everything it can to show off Orlando and get people back in town.