Nothing goes better with the music and fun of Universal Orlando’s Mardi Gras than great food and drink. And this year, the food is back and spicier than ever with favorites from previous years as well as all-new dishes, available for purchase. Daytime or nighttime, the aromas of amazing culinary creations fill the air. New Orleans specialties include a tasty Crawfish Boil, melt-in-your-mouth Beignets and more. From Southeast Asia there’s Coconut Shrimp Laksa (a sweet and spicy noodle soup). Treat yourself to Vegan Samosa with Spicy Green Chutney from India. You can enjoy Salchipapas, a popular street food from Central America made with sausage and potatoes, or any of the many other delights inspired by tastes and flavors from around the world. Plus, you’ll find a variety of Mardi Gras-inspired taste sensations available at Universal CityWalk and at Universal’s hotels. If you’ve got an appetite for fantastic food and drink, Mardi Gras is back at Universal Orlando Resort, Feb. 5 – April 24.
Hosts Mike and Dylan, the Ride Guys, take you on a tour of Universal Parks & Resorts’ most exciting and immersive attractions. This is your place to explore all the excitement Universal Orlando Resort has to offer. Immerse yourself in one of our three amazing theme parks, scope out the best eats and entertainment, and discover theme park benefits, hotel offerings, and travel tips to make your vacation a ride to remember. A world of epic YouTube content awaits…and you get free admission.
A voyage worlds away from ordinary, get ready for the hemisphere hopping expedition of a lifetime with Royal Caribbean’s first ever Ultimate World Cruise, debuting December 2023. It’s seven continents, more than 60 countries, 11 World Wonders, and endless adventures —all on one voyage. Fleet favorite Serenade of the Seas is your home for 274 globe-trekking nights. You’ll delve deep into each World Wonder, including the Great Wall of China, the Great Barrier Reef in Australia, and the Great Pyramid of Giza. Discover diverse cultures and spectacular shores in every corner of the globe as you explore over 150 destinations, from Asia to Antarctica and beyond on the longest world cruise ever. This is the world cruise of world cruises —only on Royal Caribbean.
We are proud to introduce the AMR™ Collection. Inspired by guests throughout its successful 20-year track record, AMR™ Collection brings together six resort brands, each designed for every lifestyle and stage of life, under one trusted name. Life is a series of moments, and it’s what we do with each one that matters. #CelebrateEveryMoment
We’re just a little more than two months from the next major milestone in the transformation of EPCOT, the debut of “Harmonious,” the new nighttime spectacular that is one of the largest ever created for a Disney park and unlike anything that’s been seen before. Here’s a first look at how this stunning spectacle is coming together, as teams from Disney Live Entertainment and Walt Disney Imagineering continue working to get “Harmonious” ready for opening night.
At the all-inclusive Sandals Grenada, the good life comes with a splash of the unexpected, whether you’re enjoying a 6-Star Luxury Included® Vacation or celebrating the honeymoon of a lifetime. An exotic, unspoiled hideaway along Pink Gin Beach, Sandals Grenada is the pinnacle of tropical island luxury, defying every convention of traditional design with breathtaking innovations like pools suspended in the sky, and a living room found in a pool. And with thrilling land and water sport diversions, unlimited gourmet cuisine at 10 unique restaurants, and premium drinks that flow as freely as the conversation, every day becomes even more extraordinary. #SandalsGrenada#AllInclusiveResorts
Prepare yourself for the freedom of knowing the very best of everything is always at your fingertips and it’s all included all the time. That’s because Sandals has truly perfected the luxury all-inclusive experience and is the leading all-inclusive resorts in the Caribbean with more quality inclusions than any other resorts on the planet. Choose from the Caribbean’s best endless white-sand beaches, 5-Star Global Gourmet™ dining, luxury accommodations, unlimited premium liquors, world-class golf, the world’s most comprehensive scuba program, exciting water sports, and much more. Or don’t choose because you can do it all!
Feel the rush of the hunt as you race through the jungle alongside Velociraptors. It’s the Jurassic World VelociCoaster, the apex predator of roller coasters. Opening June 10 at Universal Orlando Resort.
From Feb. 6 to Apr. 11, experience an international food fest with cuisine and entertainment inspired by international Carnaval celebrations at Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval at Universal Orlando Resort. Sample the flavors of Puerto Rico, Trinidad and Tobago, Germany, Spain, and other regions including, of course, New Orleans. Plus enjoy spectacular floats on display, street entertainment, music, beads, and more throughout the theme park.
The best honeymoon destinations are found in the Caribbean … and it’s no wonder the top honeymoon suites in the Caribbean are found at Sandals® Resorts, the world’s leading all-inclusive resorts. These suites are so exotic, so romantic, and so luxurious, they could only be called Love Nest Butler Suites®. Whether high on a clifftop overlooking the sea, ensconced at the edge of a flowing pool, or directly over the ocean, Love Nest Butler Suites® offer unimaginable luxury, from outdoor Tranquility Soaking Tubs for two and private plunge pools, to 24-hour room service and the discreet services of a personal butler to cater to your every whim.
Here are the Top 5 Honeymoon Suites at Sandals: 1. Swim-up Butler Suites – Found at Sandals Montego Bay, Sandals Negril, Sandals Royal Caribbean, Sandals Royal Bahamian, Sandals Grenada, Sandals Barbados, and Sandals Royal Barbados 2. SkyPool Butler Suite – Found at Sandals Grenada and Sandals Royal Barbados 3. Rondoval Butler Suite – Sandals Grande St. Lucian, Sandals Grande Antigua, Sandals Grenada, and Sandals Royal Barbados 4. Millionaire Villa – Available at Sandals Regency La Toc 5. Over-the-Water Butler Villa – Available at Sandals Royal Caribbean
Just announced – some exciting enhancements are coming to the Jungle Cruise in Disneyland Park at Disneyland Resort and Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort later this year! Here’s a first look from Walt Disney Imagineering at some of the “gnu” magic being added to the attraction.
Experience the exhilaration of state-of-the-art roller coasters, fascinating attractions and memorable animal encounters at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in Florida.
Teeming with activities for visitors of all ages and interests, the islands of the Florida Keys make for a classic Florida vacation. The destinations Key Largo, Islamorada and, of course, Key West. Plus dozens of Keys in between. Your time in the Florida Keys can be as action-packed or as relaxed as you desire. Adventure-seekers can test their skills on a fishing charter. Get up close and personal with tropical fish on a snorkel trip, or dive to explore a famous Florida Keys shipwreck. Featured in this video: Hawks Kay Resort, History of Diving Museum, Dolphin Research Center
Check out this brand new video of Disney Cruise Line’s next ship, the Disney Wish! This new clip showcases new details of the dazzling Grand Hall and a first look at the stunning character statue at the base of the grand staircase.
This all-new, extra-affordable hotel has a chill vibe & comes with all the fun & convenience of staying with Universal—including awesome theme park benefits. With plenty of standard rooms and spacious, 2-bedroom suites that sleep six, it’s a great spot for families of any size to base their Universal vacation.
(You must be 21+ to enjoy this recipe.) Here’s a drink that makes everyone hum. The Hummingbird is one of our most popular drinks at Sandals, and it’s one of the recipes you wanted the most. You asked and we listened, and to help put you into a #SandalsStateOfMind, Rajiv is here to show you how to make a Hummingbird at home. Here’s how you make it: Ingredients 1.5 oz. Appleton Special 1.5 oz. rum cream 0.5 oz Crème de Cacao dark 0.5 oz. grenadine 1 banana Put all the ingredients into a blender along with ice, and blend until smooth. Pour it all into a tall glass, garnish it with a cherry … and enjoy! Please drink responsibly. Even at home. And don’t forget to post a picture of your homemade Hummingbird on Facebook or Instagram and tag us at #SandalsAtHome to be featured in our stories. #Sandals Resorts #SandalsStateOfMind#SandalsAtHome
Push your limits when you experience Daredevil’s Tower at Perfect Day at CocoCay in 360.° Take on seven exhilarating slides as you brave the coils of the Green Mamba, go for a zero-gravity rush on The Slingshot and take on the 135-foot tall Daredevil’s Peak — the tallest waterslide in North America. The higher you climb, the bigger the rush.
Oscar’s Wacky Taxi Roller Coaster™ opened May 26 at Sesame Place®! Oscar’s Wacky Taxi is a one of a kind wooden-steel hybrid roller coaster with a bright yellow, taxi cab inspired train with everyone’s favorite grouch at the helm.
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