'Sup! Welcome to Tad's toadally awesome list of what's new at Disney World and Universal in 2017 and Beyond! As the Frog Family’s resident thrill seeker, tech junkie and head Frog Videographer—thank you very much—I’ve been keeping score on all the attractions and experiences headed to the Orlando theme parks...

It's that time of year again. The tadpoles have started their wish lists for Santa Frog. Rather than the same old requests (endless Minefrog games), they've put "VACATION TO DISNEYLAND" on their wish list. We can't blame them. Falling right on the heels of Halloween Time, Disneyland Resort transforms from...

As theme park master planners, we never really stop thinking about the holidays. It's one of the most popular times to visit, and we get questions about it all year. This year especially, we've been hopping with excitement over holidays at Universal Orlando Resort. Ever since the resort unveiled plans...

It has scared Southern Californians long before Universal Studios Halloween Horror Nights. Its Orange County counterpart — Disneyland — has only recently started the much gentler Mickey’s Halloween Party and Halloween Time at Disneyland. Knott’s Berry Farm put on the world’s first theme park Halloween Haunt event in 1973. Its...

For us and many others, Halloween is one of the best times of the year to visit Disneyland. We love that Disneyland Park is outfitted with pumpkins, golden banners and other treats. For the first time ever in 2017, happy haunts are a-howlin' over at Disney California Adventure too. Disneyland...

As you know, Tad is the frog family videographer. While he enjoys making all our videos, he has set his sights on becoming the next Spielberg. Movie terms make their way into everyday conversations. Homework concludes with "That's a wrap people." He will "give me notes" on my driving. For...

When it comes to putting on spectacular events, the Universal Orlando Resort doesn't hold back. The resort is home to one of the nation's premier events with Halloween Horror Nights. But don't fear if you're not into fear (like Lily). Year-round, you'll find family-friendly Universal Orlando events from Mardi Gras...

There are only a few more months left on my 2017 wall calendar (yes, I'm old school). I'm sure it's no surprise that most of the dates have been filled in with Disneyland events in 2017. While the year is winding down, Disneyland is about to kick into high gear...

Festivals. Concerts. Food. Events are some of the biggest reasons to visit the Walt Disney World Resort. While Disney World's special events traditionally have been held during off-peak times in spring and fall, many of them have become very popular. Disney World events in 2017 are a reason to visit...

It's been fun spending summer time with the tadpoles, but I'm glad the calendar is flipping toward fall. Why? First, the Lily and Tad are back in school. YAY. Second, this seasonal change brings one of my favorite Disney World events—the Epcot International Food and Wine Festival! With new flavors...