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Epic Universe Projected To Generate Over $2 Billion for Florida

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It feels like the whole Orlando area (and quite possibly the whole world) is excited for Epic Universe to open May 22nd at Universal Orlando. The project was announced in 2019 and would be the first theme park to open in Orlando in over 25 years.

Epic Universe

Epic Universe is a massive project in the area, covering about 750 acres, five differently themed lands, and three brand-new hotels. Not only will this give guests an incredible theme park experience, but it will also significantly boost the Orlando economy.

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The Orlando Airport Brightline Train Is Offering TONS of Deals Next Week!

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If you’re planning on traveling around the Florida area soon, don’t miss this upcoming deal!

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Brightline is an intracity train service that runs between Miami and Orlando and is the ONLY privately owned and operated intercity passenger railroad in the U.S. The service has gained in popularity to the point of a planned expansion throughout the rest of Florida that’ll include new stops, trains, and more. Part of the company’s success has been its partnership with the Orlando International Airport (which helps folks get to Disney World conveniently), and, of course, its many deals. In fact, we’re happy to announce that Brightline is yet again offering another deal that will feature a week of discounts!

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NEWS: A Popular Orlando Dining Experience Is RETURNING for Its 19th Year

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Calling all foodies! A popular dining event is coming back to Orlando this year!

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Between the festivals at EPCOT to the culinary demonstrations in the area, Orlando is consistently blessed with fantastic foodie events year-round. Well, the fun isn’t slowing down any time soon with news of the return of a super popular dining event in Orlando!

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This Week Is Going to Be ROUGH at Disney World — Here’s Why

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Summer is nearly here and although summers at Disney World are a blast, there are still some downsides you need to be warned about.

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Between large crowds and hurricane season, Disney World can be tricky to navigate during the summer months. However, one of the most glaring issues is the heat — and Disney World guests will be feeling it in spades this week!

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NEWS: Governor Ron DeSantis BANS Lab-Grown Meat in Florida

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has targeted a new industry. 

Good Meat lab-grown chicken.

You might be familiar with DeSantis and his policies through his appointed board that oversees Disney World and the surrounding areas: the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board. Now, though, DeSantis is targeting a new industry outside of the theme parks: food.  

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Tickets Are on Sale NOW for the Taste! Central Florida Charity Event

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Here at DisneyFoodBlog, it’s no secret that we love food.

We love food

We’ve eaten at tons of restaurants around Disney World and have endless recommendations for dining and snacking while you’re on your trip, so anything that involves food? We’re in! If you’re in the Orlando area in late August and you love food too, don’t miss this event.

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You’ll Be Shocked by Where Orlando Falls on This List of “Most Googled Travel Destinations of 2023”!

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When it comes to pretty much any question we have for anything, including our vacation and Disney World plans, Google is our go-to. 

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Yep, when traveling pretty much anywhere, we’re just like you all and consult Google for airfare, hotels, and even general knowledge about the area. We have a pretty good guess that you guys are the same! Not only do we like to search on Google, we also love to see what OTHERS are searching on Google. We got curious — what are the MOST Googled vacation destinations? And where does Orlando fall on that list?

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Look INSIDE a $30 Million Mansion That’s Now For Sale Near Disney World

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If you’ve ever dreamt of living near Disney World, now could be your time to shine. 

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Actually, scratch that. If you’ve ever dreamt of living in a MANSION near Disney World, now could be your time to shine. Yessiree, if you’ve got some change burning a hole in your pocket and are hoping to set up shop just a few miles outside of Disney World, this is the post for you. (Or if you’re like us and love to daydream, this could be a great post for you as well.)

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ALERT! The McRib Is RETURNING to McDonald’s Soon!

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If you enjoy the controversial McRib at McDonald’s, you’re going to want to keep reading. (We also have a few questions. The first one: Why?)

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Anyway, McDonald’s fans and sandwich connoisseurs everywhere mourned last fall as the polarizing McRib went on a “Farewell Tour.” (We didn’t get a One Direction farewell tour but we got one for the MCRIB? Hello?) The sandwich used to return to McDonald’s menus each November, but last year, the restaurant chain told us that November 2022 would be the FINAL November for the McRib. Well, McDonald’s was apparently just joshing. The sandwich is back. Kind of. Let’s talk about it!

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CONFIRMED: New START DATE Announced for Brightline Train Service to Orlando Airport

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In this day and age, most of us are probably looking for convenience.

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This is especially true when traveling on vacation — it’s a time to relax for many people, and that means not having to lift a finger. Transportation can be a fickle thing on the road, but the Brightline Orlando Train is looking to change that — and we officially know when!

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