June 30, 2020
The current situation has put the breaks on some highly anticipated new Florida attractions. This week we take a look at where we are now, and when we might expect to see all these new projects finally open.
In this Episode:
- 2020 Florida attractions status & discussion; Busch Gardens, Sea World, Walt Disney World, and Universal Studios
- Island's of Adventure "Velocicoaster" virtual ride
- Listener Purchase of the Week: HURR-PRO Universal Hurricane Window Clips
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June 17, 2020
This weekend we visited Repticon, the Reptile Convention at the Florida State Fairgrounds and even brought home a new family member! Then we headed over to Tarpon Springs to check out a local brewery.
In this Episode:
- We visit Repticon and bring home a new family member.
- Five Branches Brewery in Tarpon Springs
- Listener Purchase of the Week: Batman Cuff Links!
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June 9, 2020
We are back from a little bit of a hiatus, and just spent a weeklong getaway in what may be one of our new favorite places in Florida; Anna Maria Island. This week we share what we did and what we ate on this underrated little gem of a place on Florida's Gulf Coast.
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April 28, 2020
Another week of lockdown has us looking forward to the days when things start returning to "normal". This week we run down and talk about some of the things we can't wait to do again once this is all over.
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April 14, 2020
We've been binge-watching Netflix just like the rest of the world these days and finally got around to watching Tiger King. This week we give our reaction to this wild ride that puts a big focus on one popular Florida animal attraction; Big Cat Rescue in Tampa. We also watched The Big Show Show, a family-friendly sitcom about a retired wrestler and his family life in Florida.
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March 31, 2020
Yeah, everything is still closed and will be for the foreseeable future. So this week we put together a list of good news from around Florida and a few things to look forward to once the world goes back to normal.
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March 24, 2020
Everything is shut down, and we're all stuck inside while our favorite Florida places are shut down. It's a bummer. So let's take a virtual visit around Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom to play some trivia while learning a few cool things about the iconic theme park.
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March 17, 2020
A lot has happened in the world since last week, and not much of it has been good news. The coronavirus pandemic has all but brought activity in Florida, and around the world, to a halt. This week we talk about the impact COVID-19 has had on Florida tourism since so many of the things we love in this state have been temporarily shut down.
In this Episode:
- Coronavirus brings Florida theme parks, attractions, and events to a complete standstill.
- Florida attractions that are closed, what's still open, and what to do now
- Listener Purchase of the Week: Clue Board Game
- Shannon's Recommendation: Alton Brown's Handwashing Tutorial
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March 10, 2020
Spring is around the corner, and beach season will soon be here. But which coast has the better beaches? Is the West Coast the best coast? Or is the Atlantic Ocean the place to be? This week we put the Gulf Coast up against the Atlantic Coast in six key categories.
In this Episode:
- Only one Florida city ranks as one of the best cities to celebrate St. Patricks Day
- Busch Gardens puts finishing touches on Iron Gwazi
- The Magic Kingdom hit with a series of technical issues in the last week
- Florida Face-off: Gulf coast vs. Atlantic coast beaches
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March 3, 2020
This weekend we had a great time at "Up Up & Away", Florida's largest hot air balloon festival in Lakeland.
Also, one new ride is opening at Disney World while one classic attraction is getting ready to close.
In this Episode:
- Mickey & Minnies Runaway Railway opens this week at Hollywood Studios.
- Spaceship Earth at Epcot is closing for a multi-year reimagining.
- Trip Advisor lists their best beaches in the world, and some Florida beaches made the cut.
- We talk about and review our day at "Up Up & Away Florida".
- Photos: Up Up & Away Florida balloon festival
- Listener Purchase of the Week: 5.11 Tactical EMS Pants
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