Visitors to Universal Orlando Resort can save hundreds on even a short vacation with just one thing: a Universal Orlando annual pass. Even for a two-day trip it might pay for you to purchase a pass. Annual passholders receive discounts on hotels, additional park tickets, and more – all of which can add up to…
The Fujifilm XP90 Camera I have a confession to make. On my last trip to Bonaire I fell in love. With my camera. I didn’t expect it to happen. I just wanted to take some pictures underwater. But after a few days I knew we had something special. That this camera is destined to preserve…
Nail Your Orlando Vacation Plan With These Top Recommended Resources Planning for a trip to Orlando’s theme parks can seem overwhelming, but fortunately there are lots of resources to help you get ready for your big adventure. From books to websites and podcasts, here are my top recommended Orlando theme park travel information sources. …
Here’s a very quick look at what you’ll find at Walt Disney World’s four separate theme parks, even dining tips! You can listen to free audio tours of each park on the Go Informed podcast! Find it on your favorite podcast app or click below to listen: Magic Kingdom Audio Tour Epcot Audio Tour Hollywood…
Hold and Feed Seahorses Visitors to the Big Island of Hawaii should not miss the chance to visit the Ocean Rider Seahorse Farm. Located just south of Kona’s airport, this unusual aqua farm houses thousands of raised-in-captivity seahorses. With daily tours available, you’ll have the chance to feed and even hold seahorses and learn about…
Disney World Nitty-Gritty Basics This is the first of my Nitty-Gritty Basics infographics, designed to give an at-a-glance understanding of some of the core facets of Disney World. These are things that will become apparent once you get there, but I want you in the know while you’re still in the planning stage of your…
Epcot Cronuts Are Gone! Sad to report that with all the changes going on at Epcot there are currently no croissant doughnuts in the park. Watch this space for updates. For more info about the changes at Epcot, check out Go Informed Podcast episode 49 here. Get Your Cronut at Epcot in Disney World Behold…
Karel’s Beach Bar in Kralendijk If we only had a few hours to spend in Bonaire’s town of Kralendijk, Karel’s Beach Bar is where we’d go. Situated on one of the town piers, this bar and full-service restaurant boasts an unmatched view of the harbor, sea, and town. Order a bucket of Heinekens and watch…
Gio’s Gelateria in Kralendijk On the island of Bonaire, our favorite ice cream shop is Gio’s Gelateria. Located right on Kralendijk’s main drag, this cute euro-style cafe features two dozen flavors of delicious fresh-made gelato. If you’d like a special treat, order a cup of coffee here. Even if you just order a $2.75 shot…
Spotlight on the Magic Kingdom’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train One of the hottest tickets at Disney World right now is a FastPass+ for Seven Dwarfs Mine Train. This new addition to the Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland is a beautiful mash-up of dark ride and mellow coaster. The good news: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train is a ride…
