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After paring back its seasonal celebrations during the pandemic, Walt Disney World reignited its full slate of offerings at the 2021 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays, and today we’re closing out the year with a look at some of our favorite live performances that have returned to the park.

Universal Orlando’s annual seasonal celebrations have returned with all the trimmings, and this year the signature Seuss stage show has a colorful new home. Today we’re taking you inside the former Blue Man Group theater to see how the 2021 Grinchmas Who-liday Spectacular has settled into its new digs.

Disney Springs is all spruced up for the holiday season, and the shopping, dining, and entertainment complex has much to offer. With more than 100 retail locations, there are plenty of opportunities to find the perfect gift. My favorite is Basin, a store that offers inexpensive yet great holiday gifts. Their line of Christmas-themed soaps and bath bombs is sure

The holiday season is in full swing at Central Florida’s theme parks, and today we’re taking a very merry look at the food and festivities at SeaWorld Orlando’s 2021 Christmas Celebration.

Renee Sklarew, author of The Unofficial Guide to Washington, D.C., shares with us the holiday happenings in our Nation’s Capital. There is so much to do during the holiday season, whether it’s a Christmas tree lighting, an outdoor market, a holiday performance, or a spin around an outdoor ice rink. Here are just a few ideas for your next visit