New Disney Parks Security Changes Are a Hit with Us!

The Disney Parks security changes are really streamlining entry into the Magic Kingdom. The old system in required all guests to pass through security in the same area, which could lead to some delays and bad experiences just before entering the park.

While we think the Disney Security cast members do a great job and are quite friendly, we still see distressed children who don't understand why they've been separated from others in their family.

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REPLAY: Our Top 9 Restaurants in Walt Disney World

Thanks for listening to The Orlando Local Show. Our family enjoyed a nice Easter break, but that put a dent in our podcast production schedule.

So I called an audible and decided to re-broadcast our episode about our top 9 restaurants at Walt Disney World.

You can find the original show notes on that page. There is also a free transcript of the show.

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The Top 6 Orlando Running Races

If you're looking for some races in Orlando, besides the RunDisney races, we have some outstanding picks for you.

These races are all less expensive and less crowded than the RunDisney races. If you want to see Orlando and Central Florida instead of a theme park, we hope you'll enjoy some of these events.

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The Return of Star Wars Celebration Orlando

After wandering the galaxy for five years, Star Wars Celebration is back in Orlando.

Star Wars Celebration Orlando is the ultimate Star Wars fan festival. Filled with passionate fans who dress as their favorite characters and geek out over four days, this conference truly lives up to its name

The Star Wars Celebration Orlando event runs from April 13 - 16 (Thursday through Sunday) at the Orange County Convention Center.

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Disney Springs: Dining, Shopping and Entertainment

Disney Springs is a sprawling complex in Walt Disney World filled with dining, shopping and entertainment. You can get away from the stress of the parks to relax over a meal, see a show or movie, and do a little shopping.

We'll tell you how to get there from the resorts, what to do and what you may want to avoid.

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Craft Beer in Orlando

You can find beer in any bar. However, you don't always find specialty craft beer in every bar. Try something interesting and unique. There is a thriving craft beer and microbrewery scene happening all over Orlando.

For those visiting around International Drive, we mention two of our favorite restaurants that have their own craft beer offerings.

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Daytona Bike Week Overview for the First Time Visitor

Sometimes I wish Daytona Bike Week was a holiday, because it's one of my favorite times of the year. The weather is usually great. People who attend Bike Week are generally happy and friendly.

Bike Week started in 1937 with the Daytona 200 race on the beach and road.

Now it's one of the largest motorcycle gatherings in the world taking over Daytona Beach every Spring. We'll give you a look inside so you know what to expect and how to get around the crowds.

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The Wild Africa Trek Takes You Behind the Scenes at Disney's Animal Kingdom

If you enjoy the Kilimanjaro Safaris and want a more in-depth experience and a chance to see behind the scenes, the Wild Africa Trek at Disney's Animal Kingdom may be for you.

The Wild Africa Trek is a Behind the Scenes tour of Animal Kingdom's wildlife that you see on the Kilimanjaro Safaris. It involves some hiking, some transportation, discussion with the animal caretakers, a bit of food at the end.

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Our Winter Park Wedding Chapel Experience

The Winter Park Wedding Chapel is a non-denominational chapel on Lyman Avenue. It's about a block away from Park Avenue, close to the Winter Park Farmer's Market and the Amtrak Winter Park Station.

It's a simple, yet inviting small building that was perfect for our wedding. The chapel seats about 60 people and holds larger weddings in the courtyard during cooler months.

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Improve Your Orlando Hotel Experience

It's easy to overlook some aspects of your hotel experience, whether in Orlando or anywhere else. Frequent travelers may have already learned these tips, but we wanted to share them for those of us who take occasional trips.

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