Florida sets new tourism record: 2024 marks highest annual visitation in state history, DeSantis says
New data confirms that Florida set a new all-time annual record in 2024 with 143 million visitors — an increase of 1.7% over the previous record set in 2023, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says.
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.
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.
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.


















