Make sure you ask before getting on the ride if you can keep your crossbody bag. Me and my family…read morewaited in the queue for an hour and a half in the penguin trek ride, right when we got to our turn a worker comes up to us and kicks us off the ride because we are not allowed to put our CROSSBODY BAGS in the cubbies. After countless of workers nobody stops us to inform us that we can't have our crossbody bags. -ruined our day

SeaWorld Orlando is an awesome park that doesn't get as much attention as some of the other theme…read moreparks in the area, but it definitely deserves a visit! One of the best things about SeaWorld is their annual passes, they're a great deal, especially when compared to other parks. The passes come with tons of free perks, like complimentary gifts, food trays for animal feedings, guest tickets, $10 to spend in gift shops, and even free sample food items throughout the year. We love Seaworld's Seven Seas Food Festival, there are so many tasty options to try. If you love food and drinks, this festival alone makes the annual pass worth it (and makes it so you get 18 items for the price of the $15-item lanyard). Going here with a bunch of friends and trying out all the different food options is honestly one of my favorite things to do. The wait times for rides are way better than at other Orlando parks. You can usually hop on multiple coasters without spending hours in line, which makes the experience way more enjoyable. I hate going to a park and having to spend most of my day just waiting in a line.. SeaWorld also has a lot more thrill rides than you might expect! They currently have 8 coasters and some are pretty unique. If you like coasters, I'd recommend trying Manta and Pipeline during your visit for the unique experience they offer (not your conventional sit-down coasters). The only thing that gives me conflicting feelings are the animal shows.. On one hand, it's an incredible experience to see these intelligent creatures up close, but on the other, it's hard not to feel a little guilty about them being kept in captivity and performing daily. I will also note that SeaWorld has made efforts toward conservation too... lots of mixed feelings. Overall, SeaWorld Orlando offers a fantastic mix of thrills, entertainment, and unique experiences, especially if you take advantage of their annual pass perks. If you haven't been in a while, it's definitely worth checking out!

Take note! This is how you do a flume ride!…read more This is one of the most fun flume rides/ log drops I've ever been on! It's not a soaker, but it's nice for a hot summer day! Beautiful scenery and a pretty nice gift shop and fish viewing area!

This was a fun log flume/coaster hybrid ride. You don't get too wet, so no worries about being…read moresoaked! The coaster provides just the right amount of thrills and excitement being that it's also a water ride. There's some twists and turns that were just enough to provide a fun and exhilarating experience without being overwhelming. I enjoyed!

Hubby and I had so much fun here...and yes, we went alone! We weren't the only ones either…read more Imagine an all-inclusive beach resort with cool animal excursions, food and drink, snorkeling, and so much more. The check-in process was a little slow-going, but the staff were friendly and professional and got us taken care of as soon as possible. On the website and in emails, they tell you what you need to bring and what they provide. DON'T FORGET YOUR WATERPROOF PHONE CASES! They don't include that on the list, but they sell them for $40. Bring your GoPro too, if you have one. For some of the special experiences, like the SeaVenture, they will offer to let you use one and then they will charge you for the videos and images. I was kicking myself because I forgot to bring either. Our interactions with the gift store staff were probably the least enjoyable. They seemed uninterested in assisting us and would rather count down their drawers or take inventory than ring us out. One lady told us that the other would assist us but eventually saw that the extensive wait time was unreasonable, especially in an otherwise empty store. Our most enjoyable interactions were with the marine life! I was not a fan of the full-body wetsuit that I was told was required for the SeaVenture. Sizing was eye-balled and inaccurate! I also got a pretty nasty rash after wearing it. I have extremely sensitive skin that did not agree with that material or the fact that it is shared and I'm not sure how they are cleaned/sanitized. When we arrived to the SeaVenture, almost every other participant was wearing the short-sleeved, shorts version of the wetsuit. I wish I had been given the option to choose. The dolphins were absolutely adorable and so entertaining. The aviary was fun and interesting, and the birds ate ALL DAY, despite what I'd read and heard through videos about needing to get there first thing in the morning. The current in the lazy river was the only thing lazy about the river. You do have to work to move around in there. I spent the majority of my time in the grand reef. Snorkeling for the first time in an atmosphere like this was 10 out of 10 highly recommended! If we come back again in the future, we'll skip the Day Bed rental, as we didn't utilize it at all. I got it just in case it started raining. I wanted us to have shelter. It did rain while we were there and I just stayed in the Grand Reef until it stopped! We had fun during our "under the sea" adventure (SeaVenture), but I could skip that next time. I would've opted for a dolphin encounter instead. The food was just okay. It's hard to mess up breakfast, so it was good, but lunch was meh. I had some very basic salmon and some creamy, but unseasoned, macaroni and cheese. We also had the drink package and tried to get our money's worth, but it isn't very wise to get tipsy and go snorkeling, so opted to focus on the snorkeling.

Discovery Cove was absolutely amazing! One of the best parts is that so much is included with your…read moreadmission. Between the food, drinks, snacks, beautiful beaches, lazy river, snorkeling, and relaxing atmosphere, there is plenty to enjoy without adding a single extra upgrade. We chose to do the dolphin encounter, and it was 100% worth it. It was a memorable experience and definitely a highlight of our visit. That said, even without the dolphin encounter, we would have had an incredible day. Everything felt well organized, clean, and relaxing. If you're looking for a unique Orlando experience where you can truly slow down and enjoy yourself, Discovery Cove is worth every penny. We had a fabulous time and would gladly return!

Fun for the Family. Me and my family went to Fun Spot on a Friday. It was a little wet and cloudy…read morebut we made the most of it. Once the weather cleared up, we got on a few rides and did Go-Karts. I didn't know Fun Spot would be that fun. Enjoyed every minutes of it. We even were able to get a box of NY pizza. Grade: A

Fun Spot is really fun if you go without any expectations. It has a decent variety of rides, and…read moreit's not as tiring as spending a full day at a larger theme park. They have a lot to do in a relatively small space, including roller coasters, a racetrack, Ferris wheel, kids rides, splash pad, arcade games, alligators, and more. We have an annual pass for the kids, and we usually get the chaperone band since a few rides require an adult to ride with the child. There is no admission ticket required to enter the park, which I really like. You can either buy tickets for individual rides or get a pass if you plan to visit more often. The ride attendants follow the height requirements pretty strictly, which is good to see. There is also a large cafeteria, and the food is okay, not anything special, but convenient when you're there with kids. The annual pass is definitely worth it for us. It's a fun place to spend a few hours with little kids without feeling overwhelmed or exhausted, and older kids can enjoy it just as much.

This was my very first time visiting Icon Park, and I have to admit, I was pleasantly surprised…read more The first thing I appreciated was the parking. They have a convenient parking garage where the first three floors are paid parking, while the fourth floor and above are free. That was a nice bonus and made getting there easy. I was actually on my way to a restaurant, so exploring the park wasn't part of the plan. But once I walked inside, I couldn't help but look around. There were restaurants, food vendors, candy shops, drink stands, and so much more. The atmosphere was lively, fun, and full of energy. It looked like the perfect place for families, couples, or anyone just looking to spend a few hours enjoying themselves. This is a short review because I didn't get the chance to experience everything Icon Park has to offer. However, based on my first impression alone, I can definitely say I'll be back. It was filled with excitement for both children and adults, and I'm looking forward to exploring it even more on my next visit.

Overall, I think this is a great place to check out if you are in Orlando…read more We came here because we have Legoland gold passes which means we get free admission to sea life, Madame Tussaud's, and the Orlando Eye. All three of these together took up about two hours and then we were able to go to Cafe tu tu tango to get a bite to eat. This was a great half day experience while we were visiting Orlando. There was a parking garage and parking was super easy. By that time we left around 8:30 PM there were so many cars, but when we first got there at about 5 PM there were tons of spots. They do have parking spots you can pay for in the lower levels so it seems like if you're willing to pay there will always be parking. If you want free parking, you need to go earlier because this seems to be popular for nightlife. I always appreciate when there's so many attractions together that you can walk to. This place has quite a few restaurants, some shops and the attractions all in a contained area. It was very clean and when we came, there was a huge police presence, because apparently a couple weeks before there was hundreds of teenagers that descended to the area and fought. So the place was doing a really good job making sure that everything was safe. This is a place for both families and non-families alike.

We purchased a package to visit Universal Studios with our family, and overall, we had a great…read moretime! One thing I wasn't prepared for was the parking cost. When you drive into the parking area, be prepared to pay around $40 each time you visit. My recommendation to anyone planning multiple days at Universal is to look into a parking package because it can save you money. A few tips for visitors: wear comfortable sneakers because you'll be doing a LOT of walking, and bring a raincoat or poncho. Florida weather can change quickly, and it does rain at times. Other than the parking expense, we really enjoyed our family experience at Universal Studios! ‍‍‍

Halloween horror nights at universal was a complete and utter blast!!…read more Be prepared for long lines... some times over 2 hours... wear your most comfortable shoes. We were there from open 6:30pm to close 2am and we hobbled out at the end of the night. If you can afford the lightning pass that is the way to go!!! Ride options are limited but a good break in between and what they have open is good. Food and drink options are many. My sons and I had a very memorable time! And are already planning for next year!!!

It's magically overwhelming in Super Nintentdo World, and I don't mind it. If you are an adult, I…read morehighly recommend having an adult beverage before entering as it will really make you lean into it all :) Incredibly immersive, I have really lucked out by going at times where it wasn't overwhelming busy--clutch. I do want to go back and focus on mini-games one time as last time I felt a bit rushed.

A very interactive and immersive world in Epic Universe, Super Nintendo World mostly lived up to…read morethe hype for me. I was blown away with the level of detail inside of Bowser's Castle and almost wished I had more time just to look around it before getting on the ride. The Yoshi Ride was underwhelming, however, and I feel like there was more that could have been done with it, even if that meant building an additional structure. I did not participate in using the Power Up bands, but noticed several children that were loving it. It would have been so amazing to experience this world back in the N64 days!

I LOVE coming to WonderWorks! I've easily been here five or six different times, usually bringing…read morenew people because it's such a cool and unique place. Clearly, I keep coming back for a reason! The best way I can describe it is as an amusement center with 100+ hands-on interactive exhibits, plus laser tag, an arcade, a ropes course, 6D motion rides, and optional dinner and a comedy magic show. Depending on the ticket you purchase, you can add on some of the extras, such as dinner and the show, ropes course, arcade, or laser tag, while the main ticket includes the majority of the interactive exhibits. Of course, the first thing that always catches my attention is the iconic upside-down, crooked building. I mean, who wouldn't want to go inside and see what's happening?! Once inside, there are three floors packed with interactive exhibits. Some of my favorites include the hurricane wind simulator, cold plunge, bubble room, bed of nails, and giant Lite-Brite, just to name a few. We love some of those classics, but I was also excited to see that they had removed some older interactions and added new ones since our last visit two years ago. One of the new exhibits was especially cool, although I unfortunately can't remember the name! It was a huge video wall with a bunch of small plastic balls. You choose an arcade-style game, such as a zombie apocalypse, and throw the balls at the screen to take out the zombies. Because the screen is so large, up to six people can play at once, and it was SO much fun! They also had a variety of other simulations, including one where you're catching flamingos on the beach. This place is VERY hands-on, so we did bring hand sanitizer and reapplied it at various points throughout our visit. The arcade area is fun, and the ropes course looks awesome, although I'm afraid of heights, so we did not partake in that one! They also had the motion rides available. If you get dizzy or nauseous easily, I would absolutely avoid these. Even though the rides only last about 60 seconds, that is apparently more than enough time to make you queasy. Unfortunately, a friend in our group found that out the hard way! I also recommend checking out the comedy magic show and dinner at some point if you have the opportunity. We've done it on a previous visit, and while the dinner itself is pretty simple, with salad, pizza, soda, and wine, the comedy magic show was really fun. Overall, we absolutely love our visits to WonderWorks. Otherwise, we wouldn't keep coming back! It was especially nice to see that there were new activities since our last visit two years ago, so even returning visitors can find something different to enjoy. One final tip: definitely check online before purchasing your tickets. They are usually running a better deal online, so it's worth looking first! If you're looking for something fun, interactive, and different, WonderWorks is definitely worth checking out!

I really enjoyed this show and wonderworks as a whole. I've been to it twice now and saw two…read moredifferent performances with two different magicians. Its family friendly but it does have some fun for the adults as well. I loved the unlimited beer, wine and soda. The Pizza left a little to be desired. Especially the first time that we went. I went with my girlfriend in2cruising, Sudllyn Fernandez and we had to ask for another pizza to be made as the first had clearly been sitting there for about 30 minutes before we got served. I highly enjoyed wonderworks as well Regardless, I can highly recommend this experience. Check out my full review on Youtube Just search MrBucketlist Outta Control Magic Comedy Show at wonderworks.

Epic Universe was a good time and a long day. Plan accordingly for long lines with patience and…read moregood shoes. We went on a Sunday around 11a. Looks with small lines for parking was deceiving because attraction lines were heavy. longest waits were for Mario World and Harry Potter at about 50 min to 1 hr. The logistics to accommodate people through the lines into the rides was very creative with several rooms to traverse with lots of interesting things to see while you wait. Park was set up very well, made sense and was very accurate to themes of the different worlds. I didnt understand the Harry Potter French world theme, but then again I am not a fan. That ride was my least favorite due to nauseating simulation. How To Train Your Dragon and Mario World were so accurate and my faves. Brought such joy and nostalgia. Food was a challenge. I suggest getting food close to front of the park otherwise all there is is small kioks for snacks. Very disappointing. And the Coke Freestyle machines were cool for free water and ice, if there was ice. We brought our reusable cups to fill. Hydration game one. Plus finding real ice cream (not popscicles) was a scavenger hunt. We brought a few snacks in a back pack, but still bought a few snacks. Spent like $40 thr whole day on 2 people. Not bad. There are several sit down reataurants. I think signage in park needs to be better. There is an emphasis on using the app to navigate and little signage. Some rides you had no idea what it was because signs are small. So download the app. Overall, a great time. Go early and get your money's worth.

The facial recognition system made it easy to enjoy the park without having to be on my phone all…read morethe time. For anyone debating on getting Express: IT IS ABSOLUTELY WORTH THE MONEY. While the queues for the rides had impressive visuals, we saved so much time skipping through the lines with Express (which ultimately helped when battling the Summer humidity). Universal outdid themselves with the interactive theming for each portal and advanced animatronics. There was honestly so much to do in each portals. We were easily impressed with how realistic everything looked, especially Isle of Berk, where we spent majority of our time exploring every detail. The entertainment is unmatched compared to other parks, and the roaming characters truly make the portals feel alive. With the advanced technology, there were occasional issues with the locker system. However, park attendants were conveniently located at each end to help. Similarly to what others have mentioned, the open layout provided plenty of space but it felt like a concrete battle with the Summer heat. Would definitely look forward to how they improve the park for future visits!

My husband is the car buff in our family. When we were visiting Orlando, we were looking for…read moresomething to do in the daytime while waiting for our grandchildren to finish summer camp for the day. Dezerland kept us busy for a few hours and inside during a very hot day. Besides the Auto Museum, Dezerland also features an arcade, escape room, bowling alley, bumper cars, lazer tag maze, ax throwing, and pool tables. Being of a certain age, we chose to visit just the Auto Museum. There are a variety of attraction packages available if you want to use one or several of the attractions. Everyone entering must fill out a waiver, even if you're visiting just the Auto Museum. The waivers are available online as well as advance ticket purchases. There is also a food court and several shops within the Dezerland complex. I'm not into cars myself but the Auto Museum was impressive. My husband especially loved seeing the vintage cars from the 1940s through the 1970s, although some of the cars shown preceded the 1940s. The displays include vehicles used in movies and popular culture. My favorites were the Mystery Machine and Herbie the Love Bug as I saw the movie Love Bug as a child. Besides cars, the museum also features vintage motorcycles, scooters, bicycles, fire trucks, police vehicles, post office delivery vehicles, subway cars, and buses. The backdrops, movies posters, pictures, and cardboard cut outs of the movie 'stars' and historical figures greatly enhance the experience. I can't imagine the time and energy it must have taken to amass this collection of vintage vehicles. We spent about two hours browsing the huge collection of cars but easily could have spent another hour or two here admiring the old time motor vehicles.

I remember when this used to be festival Bay mall. And then,…read moreafter that, it was already on marketplace. Both were really cool concepts and a fun way to spend a sunny afternoon outside of the heat. Now it's become a year-round indoor car show, and I really don't care for it . Most of the shops they used to be here are gone. The only thing that really remained are the theater and the putt putt golf. It's cool if you're into vintage cars and a car museum for props that were used in movies and TV, but other than that, there's not much else to do