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Scott fanned the flames against Disney's opposition to anti-LGBTQ+ laws, stating he would not visit the park with his grandkids 'anytime soon.'

Calle Ocho is synonymous with Cuban pastries like pastelitos and croquetas. I recommend stopping at Versailles to place your order at la ventanita, or the 'little window.'

So many people have asked me where it's at or how to find it, but I've kept it to myself mostly because I want the next person in the studio to stumble upon it just like I did. It's a part of the experience!

Originally called Treasure Island, it opened on April 8, 1974, three years after Walt Disney World first welcomed visitors. The theme was based on the 1950 Disney pirate adventure film "Treasure Island," with a wrecked ship visible on the shore. Its name was changed to Discovery Island in the late 1970s, and the 11.5-acre nature preserve-accessible by boat-operated until April 8, 1999.

Located within Walt Disney World, this shopping, dining, and entertainment district is worth checking out during your next trip to the resort. Even though it's on Disney property, Disney Springs is one of several attractions that don't require park tickets and self-parking is complimentary. With around 100 shops, 80 eateries, and 20 other attractions, there's so much to see here.

Creating a Disney World packing list can feel daunting. You want outfits that are both cute and comfortable enough for long days on your feet while still feeling photo-ready for castle pictures. Add temperature swings to the equation, and packing suddenly becomes even more challenging. While many travelers associate Florida parks with nonstop heat, the reality is that cold fronts during the winter and spring shoulder season can bring surprisingly chilly mornings, making outfit planning trickier than you might expect.

Debuted this week, the company's new 10-coach Freedom Express train celebrates the country from the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing, according to Brightline. The design was created in partnership with America250, the bipartisan organization established by Congress to lead the nation's 250th anniversary of the 1776 signing of the Declaration of Independence.

After spending $500,000 to renovate an Orlando mansion for the DIY Network show "Hit Properties With Nathan Morris," the Boyz II Men singer has listed the property for sale at $4.9 million. The four-episode arc documenting the makeover finds the R&B artist adding square footage and updating style, mixing in dark hardwood floors and turning a former kitchen into an office space and man cave.

The city of Orlando happens to have the most green space per resident than any other major city, according to a new analysis from travel platform BookRetreats. The city, known as The City Beautiful, offers roughly 2,777 square feet of greenery per person. That translates to more than 148 parks, gardens, and recreation areas, according to the study, with plenty of lakes, trails, and botanical gardens to explore.

As Visit Florida compiles 2025 tourism figures, the agency's President and CEO Bryan Griffin and Carol Dover, the president and CEO of the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, are setting up a meeting with Canadian officials. "We had this opportunity land in our lap, so we're both going to have a meeting ... and see what we can do," Dover said during a Jan. 26 Visit Florida Executive Committee meeting. Dover is also a member of the Visit Florida Board of Directors.

U-Haul ranked Florida as the No. 2 growth state for 2025, second only to Texas, according to its proprietary growth index that analyzed one-way customer moves from the past calendar year. The company said Florida climbed two spots from No. 4 in 2024. It was ranked No. 2 from 2021-23 and was the leading growth state in 2019. The year 2025 marked "11 consecutive years that Florida has been among the top four U-Haul growth states," the company said in a statement.

In the months when avoiding heat and crowds is a priority, it's best to arrive early, stay late, and avoid being outdoors during the hottest hours of the day. When it's cold, it's kind of the opposite. We focused on the indoor attractions and spots with indoor queues in the morning. At 11 a.m., we searched for opportunities to be in the brisk afternoon air and lovely sunshine.

Because it's so immersive and theatrical, it's ideal for keeping kids entertained without requiring parents to plan every second of the day (which, frankly, already makes it feel like a win). This is not a cruise where you sit by the pool while your kids complain they are bored. It is a cruise where they disappear into kids' clubs, beg to stay up late for shows, and talk about the Hydra puppets and Cruella de Vil long after you are home.