Who would wait 10 hours in a line to ride something? The Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure opened to the public for the first time today. Potter fans and coaster enthusiasts are waiting up to 10 hours to experience the thrill ride. Follow IDrive Orlando for up to date information on everything happening on or around...
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A lot of people don't know that Universal Studios Orlando has a side gate entrance located by the Blue Man Group stadium and behind Hard Rock Cafe in Citywalk. Pictured here you can see it is located right below the Hollywood Rip Ride Rocket. This entrance and exit is a great way to hit Islands of Adventure, Hard Rock, Toothsome or Blue Man Group. I don't care for the Hogwarts Express, so I...
Here are some ideas of Loyalty reward restaurants. Sometimes you get extra for your Birthday. bi
- Bar Louie: Join Louie's Crew, and you'll get emailed a coupon for a free appetizer, no purchase necessary.
- Black Angus Steakhouse...
Icon Park located in the heart of I-Drive is the walkable entertainment and dining destination and is celebrating this year’s Fourth of July with an all-new event.
The debut event, Icon Park Lights Up I-Drive Orlando, will invite guests to celebrate the holiday with a two-day Fourth of July celebration.
The skies will be lit both nights with...
Universal Orlando is opening their first hotel on I-Drive Orlando this month with the Surfside Inn and Suites. The new Surfside Inn is located where the old Wet n wild waterpark use to be, and the parking lot of the old water park is making way for Dockside Inn that will open in 2020. These hotels are budget-friendly hotels to bring in families that can'...
Orlando is expensive, and that little mouse over there keeps raising the price each year on single day tickets. Reminds me of the Seinfeld episode when George father said: "you can drop a grand in Disneyworld like that."
If You Plan to head over to Islands of Aventure opening day of the new Hagrid's Motorbike Adventure on June 13 here is a tip to help you beat the line. It's expected the wait opening day will be around six hours. So, on that day Universal’s Islands of Adventure will probably open earlier than scheduled so that you can begin queueing for the new experience. They also plan on opening a Virtual...
We get a lot of questions about breakfast options on I-Drive and Universal. Universal has some great options, but they charge an arm and a leg. The new Surfside Inn is opening on IDrive Orlando this month and directly across the street is this Black Angus Steakhouse, and they have a breakfast buffet for 7.99. Now don't get me wrong this isn't the greatest food you will eat, but the value is...
One of the best Orlando Networking events is Red Carpet Monday. Red Carpet Monday has been going on for years now and is always a great place to meet local professionals and network. This month Red Carpet Monday is coming to I-Drive Orlando. Mark your calendars June 17 from 6 pm - 9 pm and come out and enjoy one of the best Networking events with great food, drink, and entertainment.
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The free brews will be available at the park starting Saturday, May 25 through September 2, 2019 from 10:30 a.m. to one hour before park close. Complimentary beer will be available to guests 21 years of age and older. Guests can visit The Patio Bar next to Mama’s Pretzel Kitchen and receive one complimentary 14-ounce domestic beer per day.
If you are like me and love playing games at Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure here is a tip that you will love. You can take your stuffed animals into any gift shop register and ask them to hold them for you. This way you can go about your day at Universal and not carry them in lines and on rides. The gift shop will valet the animals to the front of the park, and you can pick them up...
We noticed business come and go in the Pointe Orlando area of I-Drive. The outside mall itself is usually a ghost town for shopping compared to the other options in Orlando. The Pointe Orlando shopping consists of Tommy Hilfiger outlet to a signature candle shop. Not a lot of tourists are headed to Pointe Orlando to walk around and shop, and...
Give Your Father’s Day Celebration Some Serious Game
Dads receive $10 play card at Arcade City Orlando or free admission to 7D Dark Ride Adventure*
WHO: Arcade City Orlando and 7D Dark Ride Adventure, part of the growing collection of fun family entertainment centers, arcades and attractions by FACE Amusement
WHAT: Step up your Father’s Day game by taking dad on a fun-...
Dads may not be into all of the attention and compliments that come with celebrating Father's Day, but they all want to be appreciated for everything they do. So, give that special guy a day - or a weekend - to remember by treating him to a stay and a dad-style meal at one of Rosen Hotels & Resorts' stellar properties in Orlando.
Whether he's a new dad, a veteran dad or has been...
Check out this drone footage of the final stages of the new Surfside inn opening on idrive. The location is where the old Wet and Wild used to be. The Surfside inn and suites will be part of the endless summer resort. This open June 2019 Just in time for the new harry potter ride.
Get Two Tickets to Madame Tussauds or Sea Life Orlando for $25.
Both attractions are located inside the Wheelhouse at Icon Park. Two for $25 deal Must be picked up at All Guest Concierge inside the Embassy Suites on I-Drive From 7AM - 7PM!
This offer runs through July 31st - The Embassy Suites is located at ...
Check out this great map of attractions created by Vessel
...Universal Orlando Resort has created its most life-like animated figure for the most highly themed, immersive coaster experience yet, Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure – opening June 13. And it’s none other than Hogwarts gamekeeper and Care of Magical Creatures professor himself – Hagrid.
Guests will come face-to-face with Hagrid during their journey as his hyper-realistic...
Rosen Hotels & Resorts has consolidated two of its adjoining hotels in Orlando's famed International Drive ("I-Drive") convention and tourist district, expanding amenities for guests and elevating the combined property with Rosen's award-winning service, the privately-owned hospitality company announced today. The 134-room Midpointe Hotel has become a...
Andy's Frozen Custard took a shot at International Drive Orlando and failed. We have seen Dinosaur attraction go extinct and even winghouse with hot girls serving beer couldn't survive certain areas of I-Drive Orlando. However, other places of I-Drive business thrive. You can't discriminate with housing to...
Finally was able to try Hi 5 Poke and Sushi that opened up on I-Drive Orlando and it did not disappoint. Everyone has raved about the chicken wings, and they were spectacular. They have a secret recipe that somehow makes them crunchy and savory. The bowls are made to your liking at a salad bar type setting. I've never had poke before, but it is good. If you like ahi tuna, you'll love this poke...
If you remember the old Don Pablos located at 8717 International Drive Orlando, FL 32819 - it was a high brick building sharing the same parking lot as Boston Lobster Feast. The building has been transformed into the new Mia's Kitchen Italian Restaurant concept. Mia's is now open on IDrive Orlando, and...
The Brickhouse located at 8440 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819 has now been converted by Landry's to a Saltgrass Steakhouse. They have another location in Orlando on Vineland Road, but this is the first one on IDRIVE, and the first time I have tried it. The place is terrific being located directly across from the wheel (formerly Orlando...
Universal opened the new Hagrids Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure on Thursday, June 13. The Hagrids ride is one of the most anticipated ride openings for Universal in a long time. The last ride opening was Fast and Furious, and that ride is awful, so maybe they are due for a good trip. The old Dueling Dragons roller coaster area in Islands of Adventure has been transformed into this...
Contrary to popular belief, Orlando is not just for kids. Although the theme park hotspot is primarily known as the home to Disney World, SeaWorld, and Universal Studios, Orlando is a playground for adults as well. From dazzling dinner shows to a vibrant nightlife scene to a wide array of world-class restaurants, there is something for every personal taste and preference in this vacation hot...