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2023 Epcot Food and Wine Festival at Disney Odyssey Cider Flight with Parmesan and Peanut Butter and Jelly Chicken Wings

Absolute BEST Food at Epcot Food and Wine Festival Now AND Through the Years!

What do you call an experience of globetrotting the world and eating the best food in one day? I call it Tasting Your Way Around the World through the Epcot Food and Wine Festival menu!

The past years of this Disney festival have been really peaceful and enjoyable especially when doing it with great friends.

It is because of this that I have been able to taste most of the new (and old) Epcot Food and Wine Festival dishes and cocktails just for you.

Not only will I go over the best food for this year, I will also go down memory lane on some of the food I’ve truly loved in the past.

So, let’s get started!

Disney Magic Kingdom Rear view of Cinderella Castle next to Sir Mickey Store

2025 Guide to the Disney MagicBand Plus: What is it and How to Use it for Your Next Trip

You may be asking yourself, what are the Disney MagicBand and Disney MagicBand+ and how do I use them?

If you haven’t been to the Walt Disney World Resort in a few years you’re probably wondering what MagicBands are and do I even need to use one.

Well, a MagicBand is basically a wristband that is your theme park ticket, credit card, room key, PhotoPass, and more all rolled into one!

Today, I will be going over the newest version of Disney MagicBand, the Disney MagicBand+ how it compares, and everything in between that comes with it

This includes how to use it, how to purchase it, what’s included, and much more.

SMACKDOWN: 10 Best Halloween Horror Nights Icons EVER!!!

The time of year that most of us has anticipated is upon us. Halloween Season. And nothing’s more important than the Halloween Horror Nights Icons.

With the arrival of this most coveted season that ushers in the brisk weather and rosy red and golden leaves, brings us Halloween Horror Nights (HHN) at Universal Orlando Resort.

Originally beginning as Fright Nights in 1991, with only 1 house and running for 2 nights in October to quickly growing into a two-month long event with 10 houses, 5 scare zones and fabulous entertainment, food and merchandise.

What really sets Halloween Horror Nights apart from the rest is its ability to create fantastical stories that strike fear into the hearts of its guests.

Not only the creativity, but its ability to weave these tales together along with the talented hands of the Universal Creative Team.

In honor of HHN 33, I thought it would be a fun idea to give you the top 10 HHN Icons.

These characters were chosen for their story, significance in the event’s history and votes from the readers! Let’s see if your favorites made the cut!

And if I were you, I wouldn’t read this list in the dark or alone, so maybe share with a friend…

Epcot Festival of the Arts Disney World Rainbow Cake. Guide to the best and worst restaurants at Disney World and best snacks at Epcot.

5 Very BEST (and Very Worst) Disney World Restaurants You MUST KNOW!

So, you wanna know the best Disney World restaurants are for your trip?

I don’t blame you!

Because let’s be honest, a full theme park day isn’t complete without a satisfied stomach!

So today, in typical ThemeParkHipster fashion I’m going to give you a comprehensive guide of the DOs and DON’Ts of Disney Dining…

…aka the 5 Best Disney World Restaurants, and of course, the 5 WORST Disney World Restaurants!

Are you ready? I thought so!

Let’s get started!

Velvet Sessions at Universal Hard Rock Hotel

Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando: Your Ultimate Guide to VIP Entertainment!

Are you wondering if Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando is worth the ticket?

Well, if you are looking for a one-of-a-kind legendary event then the answer is absolutely YES!

The Hard Rock Hotel is known for their old-school rock and roll vibes and good times so it’s no wonder they have put together the ultimate of VIP entertainment.

Nothing beats a good old-fashioned rock concert!

So, if you’re looking to add a touch of rock ‘n’ roll to your life keep reading to find out everything you need to know about Velvet Sessions at Universal Orlando.

2023 Disney World Halloween Merchandise Loungefly Bag

7 BEST Disney Halloween Loungefly Bags for Your Spooky Look!

It’s the most wonderful time of year and if you’re looking for the BEST Disney Halloween Loungefly bags, then I got you!

Disney Parks gets into the Halloween spirit very early. It seems to be earlier and earlier every year.

Halloween at Disney World usually starts in August while at Disneyland, it starts on September 1st.

This may seem ridiculously early to some, for Disney fans and Halloween lovers!

However, it gives us a chance to celebrate for a longer period and get in our Halloween shopping for the awesome merchandise sooner!

Loungefly and Disney have had a very successful and creative partnership for years now.

Their holiday drops tend to be one of the most anticipated of the year and their Halloween drop has arrived!

Today, we will be taking a look at the 7 best Disney Halloween Loungefly bags for your upcoming trips.

REVIEW: Melia Orlando Celebration Suite Hotel (A Hidden Gem in Orlando)

ThemeParkHipster Review: Melia Orlando Celebration Hotel

You know what you need?

A getaway– somewhere where times slows down, Pina Coladas keep coming and you can adventure in different lands every day.

You need a magical vacation and Orlando is just the place for you.

More specifically, Melia Orlando Suite Hotel At Celebration, Orlando is just the place for you.

It has lush greenery, serene pools, stylish (and very comfy) rooms– all a stone’s throw away from Walt Disney’s magical kingdom.

Whether you want to do a solo ‘relaxventure’ (yes, I made that word up) or a couple’s retreat, it’s perfect for you!

With all the hard work and stress you have been dealing with, being treated like a Disney princess is exactly what you deserve.

So, pack your bags and listen up!

We are going to do Disney in style.

Disney Magic Kingdom Winnie the Pooh and Piglet Statue overlooking water

How Big Is Disney World, Actually? 10 Unbelievable Fun Facts You NEVER Knew!

Have you ever thought about how big Disney World, the Most Magical Place On Earth, really is?

Whether you’ve been there before or not, you probably always thought the answer to this question was, “Pretty big…”

But the answers we give you today might really shock you!

At approximately 27,000, or 43 square miles, Disney World in Orlando, FL DEFINITELY holds its own, and if we could vacation there year-round to experience everything all that land has to offer, we certainly would!

But since most people can’t, and since all that land is A LOT to fathom – we thought we’d make these BIG numbers into something a little bit easier to understand.

So, if you want to uncover some of the magic behind every square inch that is Walt Disney World, keep reading below!

2023 Halloween Horror Nights HHN 32 Secrets at Universal Studios Orlando Dark Zodiac Scare Zone (6)

44 Weird (but true) Halloween Horror Nights Rumors, Secrets and Fun Facts

With the haunt season in full effect, I thought it’d be great to give you some of the best Halloween Horror Nights secrets, rumors, and fun facts to get you excited for the event.

It’s one of my favorite times of the year at Universal Studios Florida!

Halloween Horrors Nights (HHN), created by Julie Zimmerman and John Paul Geurts, began as Fright Nights over in Hollywood, California and was brought to Florida in 1991 for three nights.

Because of the incredible visionaries who first brought this event to life, over the past 32 years HHN has become the premier Halloween spectacular in the world!

Walt Disney World Epcot World Showcase with NikkyJ on a solo theme park trip.

How to Pack Light for Your Solo Theme Park Trip (Vacation Packing Checklist)

Are you an amusement park packing pro or do you need help creating the perfect checklist for your solo theme park vacation?

Don’t worry, today I’ll go through how to pack for your solo theme park trip and ways to keep your bag as light as possible.

So, if you don’t know where to start, then this guide is just for you.