Blogs from Orlando, Florida, United States, North America - page 7

Geo: 28.5377, -81.3774Universal....where do I start?It was awesome and the rides are the most amazing.We head in and go straight to Hogsmeade, Harry Potter World as that is our mission today. Through the wonderful land of Dr Seuss and after the wow factor has worn off, we head to the Flight of the Hippogriff which was a family friendly roller coaster which didn't last long enough in Ella's opinion. But with no queue, we were keen to go again, but discover The Forbidden Journey. Now we think the ride is too extreme for us, but have been told its worth the walk through.25 minute wait, so we're off but the lady on the gate clarifies that its not a roller coaster, its a 3D simulated ride. Ok, why not. WOW the queue went too quick as ... read more

Geo: 28.5377, -81.3774This is the one we've all been waiting for!Crowds are much bigger than Thursday's.Main Street was themed with pumpkins and orange orange, red foliage, and yes, the castle, magnificent First up we did the Pirates of the Carribean ride which was really awesome. Its themed all the way through, nothing scary.Did the Haunted Mansion ride - without Kirsten. Excellent again and quite funny in parts.Its a Small World ride - very cute :)Buzz Lightyear - great fun, but the Toy Story shooting one was better. Graham won the challenge for this one.Splash Mountain is out of action for maybe half a day :( but we have a fast pass for tomorrow)Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade - just gorgeous. Glad we set up early for a good spot.During lunch we managed to see part of ... read more

Geo: 28.5377, -81.3774Supposed to be at Animal Kingdon today, but its not open due to Hurricane Matthew. Everything is closed. Schools, public transport, all shops, outlet shops, delis, everything.They say that there was millions of dollars damage along the coast, but there wasn't much on the news that showed any significant devastation. We had rain and wind, but we didn't notice anything in the hotel. Have since seen some reports of lost homes and roads washed away but it turns out the eye of the hurricane didn't make land, so it wasn't as bad as expected. Done nothing. Hotel is full of people that have been evacuated due to the Hurricane. As there is no food available the hotel has been very good and they put breakfast on again for lunch and again for dinner. We ... read more

Geo: 28.5377, -81.3774Again, an easy day with the plane departing at 8am and arriving in hot sticky Orlando, Florida by 10.30am.Its so hot. Just explored the hotel and the streets nearby. Hotel didn't have our booking, but its not busy, so all okay. Prepared for Disney tomorrow. Going to try hotel shuttle bus tomorrow and see how long it takes.WOW....do many people checking in this afternoon. Turns out they have been evacuated from the coast, so hotel is filling up fast.Hurricane due to pass through but Disney still open, so we're continuing on as planned.... read more

Today is the 2nd trip to Universal Studios where we are headed to the Islands of Adventure. This is Elijah's big day! He is going to meet SPIDERMAN!!! We were not disappointed. his enthusiasm is very infectious. Spiderman took the time to talk with him and autograph Elijah's book and T shirt. We visited EVERY gift shop and attempted to get Elijah on every ride. Yes it is still screaming hot & humid. I have learned that when we show up at the park I have to get the cameras into the heat as quick as possible to get rid of condensation on the lenses.We attempted to go on the newest ride Skull Island but it was shut down after 55 minutes in line....nice...... read more