NikkyJ

JOIN NIKKYJ ON THIS SOLO THEME PARK JOURNEY NikkyJ is the author of The Solo Theme Park Traveler's Guide who loves ALL things amusement park related. She was born and raised in Florida which attributed to her passion for theme parks. Instead of rushing over to the thrill rides, like she used to, you may find her in the Italy Pavilion at Epcot enjoying a nice glass of Pinot Noir and a delightful book! NikkyJ enjoys traveling solo to theme parks and wants to show you how you can overcome any of your fears and TAKE THE SOLO THEME PARK CHALLENGE!

Why You’ll Love American Idol Experience at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Have you ever done the American Idol Experience at Disney? If not, you’re in for a treat.

Today I’ll take through one of my latest adventures at this popular Hollywood Studios attraction at Walt Disney World.

Mickey Mouse Topiary from Fantasia Film at Disney

Save Me! I’m a Theme Park Map Hoarder

Who loves collecting theme park maps?

Me, Me, Me!

Over here!

Halloween Horror Nights 22 – The Ultimate Review

Halloween Horror Nights 2012 Review

My trip to Orlando last weekend was filled with exciting events. One of the events that I had the pleasure of attending was Halloween Horror Nights 22 over at Universal Studios.

With my nerves on ten I kept playing scenarios of possible chilling scenes that were on the way.

Once finally able to push them aside, I entered the crowded gates of HHN for a somewhat spine-tingling evening.

Magic Kingdom Secrets at Walt Disney World with Minnie Mouse atop parade float on Main Street USA

The Best Walt Disney Quote About Growing Up

The Walt Disney quotes are timeless and prove to be much more valuable as life goes on. I particularly love this Disney quote about growing up.

Or perhaps…

…not growing up.

It’s not to be in the same line of not maturing for what’s needed to be a productive citizen of the world, but more like looking at life with childlike wander.

Ultimate Busch Garden’s Tampa Howl-O-Scream 2012 Review

HIPSTER Review: Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream 2012

This past weekend I made my way over to Busch Gardens for their annual Howl-O-Scream 2012 event.

To my surprise I had a great time!

Getting there early really helped me optimize my time and I was able to go through five of the six houses.

I skipped the shows this year to focus on the haunted attractions.

Halloween Horror Nights 2012 Survival Guide

Halloween Horror Nights 2012 Survival Guide and Tips

I am such a scaredy-cat that I wonder why I place myself in paid situations to be frightened.

I started going to Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) back in 2005 and I became addicted to the fun, excitement, and detail that Universal puts into this event.

Keeping the Magic until the End

Welcome to ThemeParkHipster!

This blog is for the young at heart who love the non-traditional way of park hopping.

We have grown up with the love of the whimsical magic that the theme parks here in central Florida have come to display; however, as adulthood sneaks upon us we are expected to “put away” childish things and to live in a constant reality.