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You may be familiar with the rides and shows at Universal Orlando, but did you know that the resort offers some secret attractions that aren’t listed on any guidemap? We’re going to be taking a look at some of Universal’s hidden gems, starting with one of our favorite free behind-the-scenes experiences in the parks: the Skull Island: Reign of Kong

Walt Disney World and Disneyland had been set to reopen at the beginning of April, but Disney has announced that their resorts will remain closed until further notice due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Bob Sehlinger, author of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World and creator of The Unofficial Guide Series, tells us about how his very first visit to Walt Disney World led him to writing the very first Unofficial Guide.  Currently, all theme parks, cruise lines, and other attractions are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We at The Unofficial Guides hope

We asked Disney cookbook author Pam Brandon to share with us her favorite Disney comfort food recipe, and Tomato Florentine Soup from Boma—Flavors of Africa at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is at the top of her list. We agree with Pam that this recipe is a comfort in these crazy times. We hope that Tomato Florentine Soup takes you to

Did you ever wonder what the Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando theme parks would look like without a single person in them? Although everyone who has visited Central Florida’s attractions during a busy period has probably dreamed of seeing the crowds vanish, I was heartbroken to have that wish come true on March 16, when I joined our friends