Scott Sanfilippo's Blog

There’s definitely no shortage of places to eat and drink at Disney Springs in Orlando.  This large, outdoor entertainment complex boasts dozens of eateries from kiosks serving hot dogs and brats, to quick service counters pumping out burgers and pizza, right down to high-end restaurants offering steak and seafood. On… Read More "The Polite Pig, Orlando (Disney Springs)"

Toy Story Land is now open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando and this playful section of the theme park is a welcome addition.  While it may be new at Walt Disney World, Disneyland Paris, Hong Kong Disneyland and Shanghai Disneyland have had their versions of Toy Story Land before… Read More "A Walk Around Toy Story Land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios – Photos & Video"

If you’ve been thinking about visiting Orlando this summer, SeaWorld has two great offers you may want to check out! As part of their “Christmas in July” sale, you can buy a one-day ticket for SeaWorld Orlando for just $59 – 40% off the regular price. Tickets must be purchased… Read More "$59 SeaWorld Orlando Single Day Tickets & More Christmas in July Deals"

I’m fresh back from Disneyland and the quick trip gave me the opportunity to take a ride on The Incredicoaster – a roller coaster formerly known as California Screamin’ at the resort’s California Adventure park. The park’s Paradise Pier area, modeled after a seaside boardwalk, was recently transformed into Pixar… Read More "The Incredicoaster at Disneyland, CA – Photos & Front Row POV Video"

Enzo’s Hideaway at Disney Springs in Orlando is introducing “Sunday Supper” starting June 17th with a sneak peek on June 10th. The “hidden” speakeasy offers up craft cocktails and Italian food in an “underground” setting that’s part of a larger complex that includes sister restaurants Maria & Enzo’s Ristorante, Pizza Ponte… Read More "Enzo’s Hideaway in Orlando to Launch Sunday Supper"

“Jungle Jack” Hanna is heading to Busch Gardens in Tampa this Memorial Day weekend and you have the opportunity to meet the internationally-known animal expert as well as his animal ambassadors Saturday and Sunday, May 26th and 27th. In addition to meet-and-greet and autograph sessions, Jack will be sharing animal… Read More "Jack Hanna Weekend at Busch Gardens, Tampa – May 26-27, 2018"

Whenever I’m at Disneyland in California, there are two rides I must do right away – Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride and Matterhorn Bobsleds.  Once past the turnstiles and down Main Street U.S.A. it’s a flip of a coin to see which one I’m going to make the first ride of… Read More "Matterhorn Bobsleds at Disneyland, California – Front Row HD POV Video"

It was just a few weeks ago that Busch Gardens in Tampa announced the return of free beer – something that had been a staple of the theme park from when it was owned by beer giant Anheuser-Busch.  The promotion which began May 1st and runs through August 5th offers… Read More "Free Beer All Summer at SeaWorld Orlando"

One of the most anticipated restaurant openings at Disney Springs in Orlando was The Edison, which happens to be a lot more than just a place to grab a burger and beer! The Edison held its grand opening on December 31, 2017, with an over-the-top New Year’s Eve party. Special… Read More "The Edison, Orlando (Disney Springs)"

The Orlando Sentinel called Ocean Prime one of the “Best Steakhouses in the City” and was also voted “Best Bar” by its readers.  With its location on Sand Lake Road, in what’s really Dr. Philips, it’s not far from the big named steakhouses Ruths’ Chris and Mortons and in close… Read More "Ocean Prime, Orlando"