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Indiana Jones, Zootopia, and all the biggest Disney World announcements from Orlando's Destination D23

Perhaps the most controversial announcements at D23 were related to the future of Animal Kingdom.

By Chelsea Zukowski

Sep 14, 2023

There’s a lot of new stuff coming soon to Disney World — all of it announced during a packed presentation this weekend at Destination D23 in Orlando. Destination D23, similar to D23 Expo, is Disney’s version of a fan convention...

Rendering for possible “Encanto” (upper left) and Indiana Jones (upper right) concepts for Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Busch Gardens Tampa closes early Tuesday, ahead of Hurricane Idalia landfall

As of now, the park plans to reopen Thursday.

By Colin Wolf
Aug 29, 2023
New Busch Gardens ticket policy allows guests to reschedule if it's too hot

Specifically if the heat index reaches 110 degrees Fahrenheit.

By Colin Wolf
Aug 22, 2023
Busch Gardens Tampa announces new Howl-O-Scream haunted houses, scare zones and shows

Spooky season is here.

By Colin Wolf
Aug 17, 2023
Every major Florida theme park saw drops in attendance last quarter. Why?

Pinpointing the reasons for a slower busy season at the theme parks isn’t an exact science.

By Chelsea Zukowski
Aug 16, 2023
Celebrity Cruises now offering more trips out of Port Tampa Bay

Guest can book 6-to 7-night cruises aboard the Constellation beginning August 22.

By Colin Wolf
Aug 15, 2023
Universal Orlando will debut new Dreamworks Land in 2024

Expect beloved characters from Trolls, Shrek, Kung Fu Panda and Gabby's Dollhouse.

By Sarah Castillo
Jul 21, 2023
An official Tampa version of the 'Monopoly' board game is in the works

The company is asking for help picking locations.

By Gracey Davis
Jul 7, 2023
After man jumped into alligator enclosure, Busch Gardens Tampa installs new influencer-proof fence

Thanks, buddy.

By Colin Wolf
Jul 5, 2023
Seven Tampa Bay tours rank among TripAdvisor's 2023 best 'Things to Do' list

Swimming with the manatees at Crystal River scored the highest out of TB winners.

By Gracey Davis
Jun 20, 2023
Busch Gardens Tampa will permanently close SandSerpent, the park's most painful rollercoaster

The 5-story coaster is correctly billed as a kiddie-ride, because anyone over 5-feet tall typically exits the thing feeling like they just got their ass kicked.

By Colin Wolf
Jun 15, 2023
Canadians are coming to Florida in near pre-pandemic numbers

Visit Florida said an estimated 1.44 million Canadians traveled here during the first quarter of 2023.

By Jim Turner
Jun 7, 2023
Nine LGBTQ-friendly hotels and resorts in the St. Pete area

St. Pete Pride Guide 2023.

By Rachel Covello
Jun 2, 2023
From the bay to the beach, here are four of St. Pete’s best 'gayborhoods'

St. Pete Pride Guide 2023.

By Rachel Covello
Jun 2, 2023
Tampa's 'Big John' triceratops fossil opens to the public on Friday

It's new home is at Glazer Children's Museum.

By Ray Roa
May 24, 2023
So long, Galactic Starcruiser, Disney World's wonderful, and incredibly expensive hotel

‘Disney does not do “boutique” experiences, especially with Bob Iger at the helm.’

By Chelsea Zukowski
May 23, 2023
The summer garden walk series continues Saturday at USF Botanical Garden

The hour-long walk is included with general admission.

By Ray Roa
May 19, 2023
Free Comic Book Day, Tropical Heatwave returns, and more of May’s best events around Tampa Bay

Plus, Cinco de Mayo events, theme park updates and more.

By Chelsea Zukowski
May 3, 2023
Fairgrounds St. Pete debuts new 'Shrimpfinity' installation next weekend

Who's ready for a 6-foot-long shrimp?

By Tyana Rodgers
Apr 20, 2023
Falcon’s Fury drop tower reopens at Busch Gardens Tampa

Falcon’s Fury debuted in 2014 and is a 335-foot-tall ride that plunges riders 60 mph to the ground face first.

By Tyana Rodgers
Apr 13, 2023
Easter at the theme parks, Sugar Sand Festival, and more of April's best events around Tampa Bay

Plus, Record Store Day, Gasparilla Music Festival, and more.

By Chelsea Zukowski
Apr 7, 2023

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Tampa Bay pumpkin patches, corn mazes and other family-friendly fall events

From pumpkin patches and hayrides to trunk-or-treating and corn shucking contests, there are plenty of great options for family-friendly "falltivities" in the…

By Jennifer Ring

Sep 22, 2023