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The Secret History of Disney Rides: "it's a small world"

by Tad on July 15, 2025

"It's a world of laughter A world of tears It's a world of hopes And a world of fears There's so much that we share That it's time we're aware It's a small world after all ..." Ready to get a song stuck in your head? I guarantee you'll be...

Get to Know Jurassic World VelociCoaster: A New Species of Coaster 

by Tad on June 24, 2025

Hey, guys — it's Tad here. Today, I want to talk about all things VelociCoaster! Located in Universal Islands of Adventure, Jurassic World VelociCoaster is one of the most thrilling roller coasters in the park … and maybe ever! It has it all: speed, excitement and oh yeah, RAPTORS. What...

Where Movie Magic Comes to Life: Your Hoppin' Guide to Disney Hollywood Studios Rides

by Tad on June 23, 2025

'Sup, guys — Tad here, bringing you all the deets about Disney Hollywood Studios rides. This park is my favorite. I mean, roller coasters that go upside down and spooky elevators that drop 13 stories? Count this frog IN! Hollywood Studios has the most rides for thrill seekers among all...

The Secret History of Disney Rides: Pirates of the Caribbean

by Tad on June 5, 2025

Gather ‘round, me hearties, and prepare to set sail on a voyage through time. Before Jack Sparrow ever swaggered onto the big screen there was a little boat ride in a New Orleans–inspired corner of Disneyland that changed theme park history forever. This is the story of Pirates of the...

∼Toadally∼ Cool Wizarding World of Harry Potter Spells at Universal Studios Hollywood

by Tad on June 1, 2025

So you think you can do magic? After reading the Harry Potter books and seeing the movies, I could not wait to get my own wand and do some magic at Universal Studios Hollywood. In Harry Potter’s world, there are magical folk — who use wands to cast spells —...

All About Super Nintendo World Power-Up Bands at Epic Universe

by Tad on May 20, 2025

'Sup, Tad here — your resident gamer! Did you think Wizarding wands are the only accessory you'll want to have on you when you pass through Chronos and enter Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando Resort? Think again. Just beyond the green warp pipe portal lies Super Nintendo World, a...

Our Spellbinding Guide to the New Wands at Universal Orlando

by Tad on May 15, 2025

'Sup! Tad here. An enchanting new collection of wands has apparated to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando Resort. With these new Universal Orlando wands came mind-blowing new spell locations, bewitching updates to old spell locations and a magical new world of wizardry to explore on the...

Learn All About Universal Orlando's Bag Policy and Locker System

by Tad on May 9, 2025

We frogs like to travel light whenever we go to Universal Orlando Resort, but for some rides, locker usage is unavoidable — even if you're just carrying your phone and wallet. Unlike at Walt Disney World, where you can take your bags on almost all rides, Universal requires you to...

Your ~Toadally~ Spellbinding Guide to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando

by Tad on May 5, 2025

'Sup! Tad here. As a huge "Harry Potter" nerd and a proud Ravenclaw, it's practically my duty to share all my knowledge about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando. With not just one but THREE immersive lands —including the all-new Ministry of Magic inside Epic Universe— we...

Your House-by-House Guide to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter

by Tad on May 4, 2025

  'Sup! It's Tad, your resident Ravenclaw here. Like many of you, I'm still waiting on my letter to Hogwarts. However, that doesn't mean that I haven't done extensive research on all the hoppin' houses at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry (in true Ravenclaw fashion, of course). Don't let...

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