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    First Look at Universal Studios Florida’s New Today Cafe

    The all-new Today Cafe is opening on May 16 at Universal Studios Florida, and we’ve already got a first look for you inside the restaurant inspired by NBC’s long-running morning show. Today Cafe is located just inside the entrance of Universal Studios Florida at Universal Orlando. It replaces the former Beverly Hills Boulangerie, making it your new best bet for

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    Returning Festival Favorites and New Culinary Delights Will Wow Food & Wine Classic Fans

    You don’t want to miss the 10th Annual Food & Wine Classic held at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin on Friday, November 8th, and Saturday, November 9th, from 5:30 to 9 p.m. The culinary event offers guests unlimited tastings at more than 90 stations, featuring selections from the hotel’s award-winning restaurants and wine from more than 60 wineries,

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    What Orlando Theme Parks Offer to Guests with Autism

    Maureen Deal, the founder of Autism At The Parks shares with us a summary of accommodations at Orlando’s theme parks for guests with autism. Maureen and her husband visit all Orlando theme parks often with their son, and they know first hand how crucial it is to be prepared when visiting with a guest with autism. Visiting Orlando’s theme parks

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    Avengers: Endgame Review

    Do you love all things Marvel? Here is Seth Kubersky’s review of Avengers: Endgame, plus tips on where to immerse yourselves into the Marvel world when visiting the theme parks. After 11 years, 21 films, and more than $7 billion at the box office, the Marvel Cinematic Universe as we know it comes to an explosively satisfying conclusion in Avengers: Endgame,

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    Meeting Your Favorite Characters at Universal Orlando

    Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure offer plenty of opportunities to meet characters. Some meet-and-greets are scheduled and more structured, while others are impromptu, such as when characters interact with visitors as they walk down Hollywood Boulevard.  When you enter the park, arm yourselves with a map and check out the times of specific character meetings. Also be on the