Water from Disney's Defunct Splash Mountain Ride Selling for Thousands on Bidding Site
Disney World's controversial Magic Kingdom ride, Splash Mountain, was officially closed for good this week and consequently, it seems as though fans and collectors alike have been buying (or selling) whatever souvenirs they can get their hands on to commemorate the attraction--including water supposedly taken directly from the ride.
Read full storyBeloved Toucan Reportedly Stolen From Florida Animal Sanctuary Last Night
A Tampa, Florida animal sanctuary reported that one of their popular resident animals has been taken. "It is with broken hearts that we announce that someone entered our farm overnight and stole our precious Maggie (toucan)," a Facebook post made three hours ago from HorsePower for Kids & Animal Sanctuary reads in part.
Read full storyUnique Dental Office in Tampa Features Animal Fostering Discounts, Massage Chairs, Whitening Lounge & More
It's not every day that you end up at a dental office with brightly-colored graffiti walls, neon signs, a whitening lounge that you can invite your BFFs to and White Claws stocked in the waiting room refrigerator--that is, unless you're Dr. Dannica Brennan, the owner and dentist at Flossologie.
Read full storyTop 10 Florida Beaches for Spring Breakers
Affiliate links are in this article. Clickherefor more details. Miami Music Week is coming up in only a few short months and the locals know all too well what comes with it--college-aged mischief. However, Miamians are not the only residents living in a spring break hotspot! As a whole, Florida is a welcoming state featuring plenty of attractions and budget-friendly deals to match--quite an attractive pairing for any poor college student, so it's no wonder why Florida is often on the spring break itineraries. Whether you are looking to join in on the fun or avoid the massive crowds of young'uns like the plague, we rounded up the top ten beaches in Florida that are consistently popular for spring break.
Read full storyLooking for Something? Florida's Monkey Island Monkeys Still 'On Vacation' Until Further Notice
Monkey Island, December 26, 2022Photo byUncovering Florida. Tourists hoping to catch a glimpse of the playful monkeys at Homosassa's "Monkey Island", one of the area's most popular roadside attractions, may be surprised to learn that the mischievous little critters are currently still "on vacation" and will be until further notice.
Read full story7 Things Florida is Best Known For
Rivaling historic European capitals, clear-blue oases in the Caribbean and the bustling streets of Hong Kong--to name a few locations--Florida has a lot of competition to live up to yet it often ranks as one of the United State's top vacation destinations. That said, there's a lot more to this peninsula than just being part of an itinerary! Check out this list below to find out some of the things Florida is best known for and why it attracts so many tourists.
Read full storyHere's Where It Might Snow in Florida this Holiday Week
Could it be a Christmas miracle? With nightly temperatures dipping down into the 30s and 40s, it is certainly already beginning to feel a lot like Christmas for many Floridians--but according to the AccuWeather seven day forecast, some areas of the state could potentially be lucky enough to experience a flurry or two just in time for the holiday weekend.
Read full storyThese 11 Disney-Themed Christmas Treats Are Almost Too Cute To Eat: Here's Where To Go In Orlando To Try 'Em All
Interior of Jock Lindsey's Hangar Bar decked out for the Holiday Season beside a Christmas-themed Minnie Mouse treat.Photo byDisney Springs | Instagram. With the holidays in full swing at Disney World Orlando, there's no shortage of cheer to get you in the ho-ho-holiday spirit. From over-the-top décor and lights strung up nearly everywhere you look, to special Christmas shows and events, the park has been known to go all out. Even the restaurants at the nearby Disney Springs takes the season seriously, because what could be more adorable than a Mickey-themed treat? A CHRISTMAS-themed Mickey treat, that's what!
Read full story10 Fun Things to Do in Florida When You're All Out of Ideas
Train ride at Busch Gardens Tampa | Rainbow RiverPhoto byUncovering Florida. Florida is one of the world's top travel destinations and it's no wonder why! With clear blue springs, ocean oases and theme parks galore, there are many activities to uncover in Florida. While the list of fun things to do in Florida is nearly endless, we wanted to create a shortlist for your viewing and planning pleasure. If you'd like to learn more about any one particular topic, be sure to click the links in each point to discover more ideas for that particular topic!
Read full storyWeekend Temperatures Promise Great Manatee Spotting Opportunities in Florida
Manatees huddle around the opening of Three Sisters Spring in Crystal RiverPhoto byUncovering Florida. If you are waiting for the "right time" to take a trip to see Florida's elusive manatees in the flesh, this weekend may offer the perfect opportunity--as long as the predicted weather forecast holds.
Read full storyTop 5 Family-Friendly Holiday Activities in the Tampa Bay Area
Calling all Tampa Bay residents! If you are looking for holiday cheer be sure to check out our list below detailing the top family-friendly Tampa Bay holiday events happening now.
Read full storyBlue Man Group To Tour North America With All New Show In 2023: Here's When & Where To Catch Them In Florida
What's tall, messy, and blue all-over? The Blue Man Group, that's who — an eclectic line-up of dark blue quirky comedy dudes who're known for their absurd and colorfully creative shows featuring signature drums, paint, and other make-shift percussion instruments. While the men are still blue, their 2023 show is completely new, and their North American Tour will have stops in multiple different Florida cities!
Read full storyGo Walking With Florida's Dinosaurs & Get A Discounted Stay At New Port Richey's Pink Hotel
Exterior shot of The Hacienda Hotel in New Port RicheyPhoto byThe Hacienda | Website. Traveling to Florida soon, but haven't hammered down where you want to stay yet...or simply looking for something to inspire a switch up to your usual Sunshine State vacay plans? Well, if you're looking for things to do on your Florida vacation, a new experience that popped up in New Port Richey recently has an idea for you — and will even hook you up with a discount on your stay at a nearby hotel with the purchase of your ticket!
Read full storyA Life-Sized Jurassic Adventure Has Officially Come To New Port Richey
If you've ever wished you could walk with the dinosaurs, a new exhibit that just opened in Pasco County has granted that wish; at least until February of 2023, that is!. The new Dinos & Dragons Exhibit officially opened its doors on December 9 with a ribbon cutting in New Port Richey. A video shared by Pasco News on Facebook captured the moment, accompanied by dinosaur puppets (some even donning cute Christmas hats) and the cheers of grand opening attendees.
Read full storyYou Can Get The Cutest Christmas-Themed Flight At An Adorable Florida Coffee Shop Right Now
While the Average Joe will pick up their joe at a grab-em-and-go chain like Starbucks or Dunkin' Donuts, Florida locals and the most needy of caffeine fiends seem to have an affinity for the hidden-gem and hole-in-the-wall bean roasteries.
Read full storyA Massive 100-Boat Winterfest Parade Will Be A Sea of Neon Floating Through Florida This Weekend
Boat floats captured during the 2021 iteration of Fort Lauderdale's Winterfest Boat ParadePhoto byWinterfest Boat Parade | Facebook. A bunch of local boaters and private yacht owners floatin' down the waterways of Fort Lauderdale, stringing up their ships to the nine with holiday lights and over-the-top decorations...while ALSO blasting toe-tappin-tunes on a Saturday night in December? Among all the Christmas events in Florida, this one is probably as "A Very Floridian Christmas" as you could possibly get!
Read full storyYou Can Get The Rest Of 2022 Free & Up To 40% Off Tickets To Busch Gardens Tampa Right Now
An aerial view of Busch Gardens Tampa illuminated during their annual Christmas Town event.Photo byBusch Gardens | Instagram. There's nothing quite like saving a little money on a visit to your favorite theme-parks...even better when the discounts happen to fall around the holidays when they go all-out with the décor, treats, and Christmas-themed activities. Because who doesn't want to walk in a winter wonderland without ever leaving the Sunshine State? With their Christmas Town event in town, it seems a holiday sale also hopped onto the Holly Jolly Express and rode straight into Tampa with it — and you can snag a handful of different deals on tickets to Busch Gardens right now.
Read full story11 Christmas-y Florida Day Trips That Won't Leave You Saying Ba-Hum-Bug This Holiday Season
Old Town Trolley's Nights of Lights Christmas Tour — St. Augustine, Florida.Photo byOld Town Trolley | Facebook. Been bitten by the ba-hum-bug this Christmas season? Trust us, you're not alone there. Nor can we say we blame you. Something about the last couple of years has had us at Uncovering Florida wallowing in the severe lack of holiday cheer over our mugs of expired eggnog.
Read full storyDisney World's Splash Mountain Is Closing Soon: Here's A New Sneak Peek at the Ride Replacing It
Artist renditioning of the new ridePhoto byDisney Parks Blog. Amid concerns surrounding the ride's roots, a 2020 announcement by Disney Parks Blog stated that their classic log ride, Splash Mountain, would be getting the faith, trust, and pixie dust treatment—by bringing the bayous of Louisiana to their Florida and California locations with an all-new The Princess and the Frog theme. While little has been known about what guests can expect to see at the upcoming Disney World and Disneyland attractions thus-far, Disney's official park blog has finally pulled back the curtain to give a sneak peek into some of the plans that ride Imagineers have in store for future park-goers.
Read full storyFlorida's Most Haunted Doll Gets His Very Own Line of Booze
Robert the Doll & Robert's line of rumPhoto byDavid Sloan. Looking for a spirit to pair with your order of honey that comes from the tombs of New Orleans spookiest cemeteries? Look no further because the newest supernatural-inspired delight from the south, developed by Key West residents David Sloan and Paul Menta and dubbed Robert the Doll Rum, is officially back in stock and available to be ordered online soon.
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