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SeaWorld Brings Sesame Street® To Life!

By eleanor.c 27 Mar 2019

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Imagine walking through a New York style neighbourhood, where lovable monsters greet you with a big hug, a gigantic yellow bird tells stories, and there’s a parade every day. Imagine no more, because Sesame Street, based on the groundbreaking children’s show, has opened in SeaWorld.

Sample Your Way Around SeaWorld’s Seven Seas!

By eleanor.c 11 Mar 2019

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

It’s food festival season in Orlando, and that means scrummy nibbles and boozy beverages abound, including at SeaWorld during its annual Seven Seas Food Festival. Live concerts and SeaWorld’s exceptional attractions are part of the experience, but today the spotlight is on the eats!

Brave The Rapids On Infinity Falls

By eleanor.c 05 Oct 2018

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

The steaming heat and the torrential flow of a long-forgotten river are your constant companions as you journey through the rainforest. And then you hear it: the sound of a raging waterfall, and you’re heading right for it! What will happen when your raft topples over the top? Find out on SeaWorld’s brand-new Infinity Falls.

You Haven’t Done Orlando Until You’ve Done These Nine Things

By eleanor.c 28 Sep 2018

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Walt Disney World is like a second home to you. Finding your way through Diagon Alley’s nooks and crannies? Childs-play. Think you really know Orlando? If you haven’t done these nine things, think again.

Aquatica’s New Ride Is A Real Rush!

By eleanor.c 18 May 2018

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Aquatica’s skyline takes on a new shape with the debut of its brand new Ray Rush water ride. That’s “Ray” as in, manta ray, and “Rush” as in, the feeling you get as you skim through the water like the slide’s namesake sea creature. Hold on tight: it boasts three new elements the park has never seen before!

Cowboy-Up, Partner, The Show Is About To Start!

By eleanor.c 30 Apr 2018

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

When you think of Florida, you think of blue skies, palm trees, frolicking dolphins and sweat trickling down your back while you’re hanging out with Mickey and Friends. From now on, you’ll think of cowboys and bucking broncos, too.

8 Reasons To Say “YES!” to Clearwater Beach

By eleanor.c 16 Mar 2018

By Attraction Tickets' Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Whether you’re new to Orlando holidays or a seasoned pro, a day spent beachside is the perfect way to slow down and say, “Ahhhhhh!” And it gives you a taste of “the other things” Florida is known for: sun, sand and surf.

An Evening In Paradise

By eleanor.c 05 Feb 2018

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Tiki torches flicker in the darkness, lighting the pathway through lush landscaping. A steel drum band plays in the distance, and the sound of gentle waves becomes evident as the wonderful aroma of Island-style food wafts by on the breeze. A tropical paradise? Almost. Welcome to Discovery Cove’s Paradise Nights!

Goin’ Cattywampus on Gatorland’s Stompin’ Gator!

By eleanor.c 15 Dec 2017

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

Meet Cannibal Jake, Swamp Ghost and Bonecrusher. They’re big, they’re bad, and they’re tearing up a broad swathe through Gatorland’s 110 acres. Do you have what it takes to tangle with these angry beasts?

Ten Strategies To Get The Most Out Of Volcano Bay

By eleanor.c 23 Jun 2017

By ATD’s Florida Experts, Susan and Simon Veness

When Volcano Bay opened at Universal Orlando, the creative team insisted it’s not just another water park, and in many ways that’s true. Because it’s something different, you need a different strategy. And we’re here to help.

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