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It's All Over For The HogettesWritten by Lillian Tram on January 28th, 2013
When it comes to famous mascots and amazing crowd support and fandom, few sports can match the intensity of the National Football League. After all, you had Barrel Man in Denver, the famous firefighter who rooted on the New York Jets loyally, and countless other supporters and fans across the country pushing their teams to victory week in, and week out.
But few fans really came up with as original and, ahem, as unforgettable work in their support as those of the Washington Redskins. I'm of course talking about The Hogettes, a group of middle-aged men who liked to dress up as women, in flowery, colorful dresses, with pig snouts on their noses. They loyally cheered at each and every Redskins home game, and even their fair share of road games over time on their way to being, well, unforgettable in the minds of most Redskins fans.
Make Room For The Most Recent Therapy…Pig?Written by Lillian Tram on January 23rd, 2013
We know therapy dogs work in a variety of situations. You saw them in Newtown after the tragic shooting last month, helping victims and families cope and get through the emotional toil with a new furry, four-legged friend.
You see therapy dogs with soldiers, working to promote their mental and physical health as they get back from Afghanistan or Iraq, and work to improve their lives as they re-acclimate to civilian society.
Spotted Pig GateWritten by Lillian Tram on January 18th, 2013
Gordon Ramsay is at it again, and this time, he is feuding (again) with Mario Batali and his business partner April Bloomfield. Back in 2004, Batali and Bloomfield opened up a restaurant called the Spotted Pig in New York's West Village, and ever since then it has been an extremely solid and high quality restaurant and New York eatery.
With stars in the Michelin guide, stars dining in the restaurant, and great food and dishes prepared by world-class chefs, it's one of the more famous restaurants in New York, and certainly one that every other celebrity chef would know about.
Guess Who Has The Most Pigs In The United States??Written by Lillian Tram on January 15th, 2013
Well, it's official. In case you had ever wondered (and you KNOW I did!), Iowa has the largest pig and hog inventory in the United States. According to the US Department of Agriculture, Iowa has a whopping 20.6 million pigs and hogs on farms this year, as of December 1st.
And the population is rising! That's a three percent increase in pigs and hogs relative to last year. Believe it or not, our nearby neighbors to the north of me in Georgia have the second most pigs: North Carolina comes in with more than nine million pigs and hogs of their own, though that's less than half of the number one state in Iowa.
Super Pig To The Rescue!Written by Lillian Tram on January 12th, 2013
There's a cool YouTube video out right now with a pig saving a baby goat from drowning, believe it or not. In the video, the pig saves a goat whose foot had become stuck at this underwater petting zoo.
I didn't know underwater petting zoos exist, of course, but I guess pretty much everything exists nowadays, so I don't know why I should be surprised…
Anyways, a YouTube user uploaded the video in September, and immediately it got a lot of play because, well, it's just amazing. When you watch the video, I've got to say I am really impressed with how it all worked out and what came from it – it is definitely cool and touching to see that little pig swim over and save the goat from maybe drowning or at least being stuck for quite some time.
Pig's Head Left Outside Facility Used By MuslimsWritten by Lillian Tram on January 8th, 2013
In a weird and unfortunate story last week from the United Kingdom, three people have been arrested for what police say is leaving a pig's head outside a center used by Muslims in Leicester. Sadly, this sort of thing for attention (or to intimidate the group in question) is really nothing new, both in England and the United States.
The pig, of course, is offensive to Muslims since in their religion they consider it unclean, and they are not allowed to eat pork. So, naturally, finding a pig head is a pretty clear symbol and sign of offense, disrespect, and hate.
The Muslim center in that area is apparently considering a move into a new neighborhood, but there have unfortunately been a great deal of protests in the English neighborhood, and by the British National Party against the move and against opening a new center in general.
Who You Callin Pigs, Anyways?Written by Lillian Tram on December 23rd, 2012
Here's a cool music video we found about pigs, and their treatment, called Who Ya Callin Pigs? It's kind of a cool and funny video where pigs are "protesting" their treatment and name, and it's all about getting people to love pigs a little more.
The video and lyrics have a more serious side, though, too; they are a call to attention on pigs and their treatment when used for food in things like bacon and pork by the major food production industries, and by restaurants and corporations around the country.
Down Home With The Neelys And Pig BarbecuesWritten by Lillian Tram on December 18th, 2012
I'm not sure if you guys remember Down Home With The Neelys, which was this show on the Food Network; if you're like me, you have to watch the Food Network to keep up with the blog, after all! 😉
But for those who don't watch it quite as religiously as I do, the Neely's are a husband and wife team who cook a ton of yummy foods, and kind of focus on southern cuisine, and really rich, down-home cooking of various meals.
They come from that Paula Deen vein of really rich, tasty, and decadent foods that are total comfort cuisines. Plus, they've got some southern barbecue flavor and flare to them, so you know that they know how to grill a good piggy!
A Russian Pig In Space?Written by Lillian Tram on December 4th, 2012
Ok, so I found one of the coolest images on the planet (at least, for me!) the other day. It turns out that in the 1930s, the Russians got a pig drunk and sent him into space!
No, seriously. It was in 1938 or so, and they were experimenting with aircrafts and space travel, and they decided to send a pig into space before sending any human into space. (You history buffs will remember that the Russians would later send Yuri Gagarin out by the stars, becoming the first man ever to go into space!)
McDonald's Phasing Out Tiny Cages For PigsWritten by Lillian Tram on November 27th, 2012
Here's some really, really good news for the pork, ham and bacon industries from a few months ago on CNN – McDonald's is now phasing out tiny cages for the pigs they grow and use for food! Great!!
McDonald's announced in February that they are requiring their pork suppliers to cut out the small, immobilizing cages that had previously been used for pregnant pigs, and instead focus on more humane conditions and welfare for the pigs and sows as they are being bred and used.
The Humane Society is on record that they love the new alternative from McDonald's, and I do too. Obviously, it'd be naive to suggest that everyone just stop eating pigs as food – it isn't gonna happen, plus, pork and bacon are delicious!
Video of My Pig Me Up's 1yr Anniversary Event!Written by Lillian Tram on November 15th, 2012
The video of My Pig Me Up's One-Year Anniversary Event is up and ready to view. We finished the video off with some Gangnum Style dancing. Check it out!
Pig Thanks to Allen Hu for making the video.
Voting Time!Written by Lillian Tram on November 6th, 2012
How I met Your Mother Teacup PigWritten by Lillian Tram on September 13th, 2012
I'm a huge fan of the show How I Met Your Mother. In the sixteenth episode of season five, entitled "Hooked", Barney uses a teacup pig as bait to attract girls and his ploy works well compared to his other silly methods such as the trampoline or the slot machine. The girl Ted is after in the show, who happens to be played by Carrie Underwood, takes a liking to the tiny cute pig. Marshall also uses the teacup pig to help Lily confront her admirer. I mean, who could resist the power of the cute teacup pig? His fuzzy little snout and baby oinks are just soooo cute!
Waking up to Kevin Bacon images…great way to start the day!Written by Lillian Tram on July 13th, 2012
The week has flown by so quickly and I'm glad the weekend is near. Woke up this morning and saw a post of Kevin Bacon. Such a great start to my day. I used to associate Friday the 13th with Freddie Kruger but I much rather have the image of Mr. Bacon. 2012 has three Friday the 13ths. Every 400 years the cycle repeats. Thank goodness it's Friday, TGIF!
Geico's Pig Street LugesWritten by Lillian Tram on April 30th, 2012
Maxwell the pig has gotten enough fans that Geico has starred him in yet another commerical. This time he gets his thrills racing on a street luge. Could Maxwell be giving the Geico gecko a run for his money? Only time will tell. Weeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
Big Pig AppWritten by Lillian Tram on April 23rd, 2012
This Big Pig app is oh soooo addicting. A fun little physics game, the goal is to stack objects up to form a steady structure that can support a big pig that drops from the sky. If you don't stack carefully, the big pig will tumble over! Remember to make the dreams of pigs come true and make them bigger!
Piglets…in disguise?Written by Lillian Tram on March 28th, 2012
These cute piglets snuggling on a mommy tiger have made the rounds on the internet. I know I've seen it on reddit before. I remember the caption for these pics, which described a tiger who lost her own cubs and became depressed, so zookeepers suggested dressing piglets in tiger costumes to keep the tiger company. The piglets snuggle with the tiger, mommy tiger yawns and smiles, and all is well. The result is a perfectly upbeat story to perk up a Monday morning.
Unfortunately, it turns out that the story was a hoax. The pictures are from a zoo in Thailand called Sriracha Tiger Zoo. This zoo has more than 400 tigers and other exotic animals. However, the zoo is unique in that adult and young animals of different species are kept in the same enclosure as visual entertainment for its visitors. The pictures appear pleasant and innocent, but since the purpose of the interaction is entertainment rather than companionship, questions about the safety of the young animals present themselves. Hopefully, the zookeepers are keeping the piglets and tigers safe.
Using Pig As A Tax DeductionWritten by Lillian Tram on March 18th, 2012
It's tax season. A guy was bold enough to want to use his pet pig as a tax deduction. He walked into Lupo & Associates and wanted to claim $7,000 in expenses for his pig's medical bills and food. And if he were approved, he would deduce his taxes by $4,000. Imagine, you being able expense your pets? That would be a huge write off every year. It's like having a child. Unfortunately, in the world we live in even though these pets are like family but you can't claim them as a dependent.
Two-Snouted Cyclops PigWritten by Lillian Tram on February 21st, 2012
This little pig was born with two snouts and one eye. He was the fifth of his litter and it's a miracle that he survived. The image is startling but reminded me that we should appreciate what was given to us. I might not be the tallest, prettiest, or brightest lady but I'm healthy and fortunate, so remember: don't sweat the small stuff.
Check out the full article on Huffington Post!
Happy Valentine's Day Pig Lovers (Hog Wild Valentine Dance)Written by Lillian Tram on February 14th, 2012
Wishing everyone a Happy Valentine's Day. May you be filled with love and happiness. Enjoy this Hog Wild Valentine Dance!
First Female Presidential Candidate in Taiwan Likes PigsWritten by Lillian Tram on February 2nd, 2012
Dr. Tsai Ying-wen was Taiwan's first female presidential candidate. She used pigs as a mascot for her campaign, encouraging her supporters to be "little pigs" to fight against the "big bad wolf," referring to the incumbent government. She handed out little piggy banks to her supporters, which they filled with money to support her campaign. Ms. Tsai generated impressive support with this, raising £4.3 million ($6.8 million) with the piggy banks alone. Dr. Tsai's intellect, pragmatism, and groundedness provided confidence to her supporters. The pigs symbolized the people's support for her and that she is the underpig who will keep fighting the big bad wolf.
Geico Commercial of a Pig Ziplining!Written by Lillian Tram on January 18th, 2012
Yet another awesome commercial made by Geico. And the pig goes weeeeeeeeeeeeeeee weeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
Zooey Deschanel Holding Pig SoapWritten by Lillian Tram on January 9th, 2012
Zooey Deschanel is one of my favorite actresses. I love her show, New Girl. She plays this quirky lady who is irresistible and funny. My friends say that her mannerisms in the show remind them of me. I am pretty goofy, but I don't know if I'm that goofy lol. I found a pic of Zooey on Instagram, a site where people share photos with their friends. She's holding some soap shaped like a pig. It's a little quirky but it makes her a little more awesome in my book.
The Peppermint Pig and Marzipan Pig…Holiday Traditions!Written by Lillian Tram on December 27th, 2011
The Peppermint Pig has its roots in Victorian holiday tradition, for which pigs were symbolic of good health, happiness, and prosperity. Peppermint Pigs were made as a tasty treat to bring good luck for the new year. The tradition is to smash the pig, pass around the plate, eat a piece for good luck and share a story about a happy experience during the past year. Saratoga Sweets specializes in making Peppermint Pigs, which are sent with a nickel-plated hammer. Over 120,000 Peppermint Pigs were sold last year. They have been featured on the Food Network, the Today Show, Live with Regis and Kelly, CNN, CNBC, CBS News and countless magazines and newspapers across the country.
The Marzipan Pig is a custom to wish for a happy and prosperous new year that is celebrated in Germany, Norway, and Denmark. Marzipan is a mixture of almonds and sugar that can be sculpted into shapes like pigs. In Germany, Marzipan Pigs are given as gifts or stocking stuffers between Christmas and New Year's Day to bestow happiness and good fortune to friends and family. In Norway and Denmark, one tradition involves sharing a rice pudding or porridge with a whole almond baked inside. The person who finds the almond in their dish receives a prize, usually a lucky Marzipan Pig. Edible pigs to celebrate the new year are also made from chocolate, peppermint, and cake as well.
Nakh-Nakh the PigWritten by Lillian Tram on December 11th, 2011
Nakh-Nakh the Pig is a symbol for a political movement against Vladimir Putin's incumbent party in Russia. One of the founders of Nakh-Nakh is Boris Nemtsov, a former deputy prime minister and now co-leader of the People's Freedom Party. The People's Freedom Party was refused registration by Russia's Justice Ministry earlier this year. As a response to this and other measures restricting opposing parties from representing themselves, the Nakh-Nakh movement was created. Nakh-Nakh, whose name means "Go away!" in Russian, sends his message through animated clips and on armbands and ribbons. Nakh-Nakh has become a symbol for liberty and the right to vote. He also gives hope to people disheartened by the current election process that you can stand up and fight for what you believe in.
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Price comparison of Orlando's water parks
Summer is coming and this year will be unlike any previous year in Orlando because Universal Orlando's Volcano Bay erupts onto the scene. It's hard not to call Volcano Bay a water park, because well, that's what it is, but it is indeed so much more. It is said to have technology and features unlike anything we've seen before, especially in Orlando. Still, chances are as you think about planning your Orlando vacation, you're thinking about Volcano Bay as if it is a water park. Most likely you are trying to decide how to spend the time you've allocated for a water park and debating between Volcano Bay, Disney's water parks, Aquatica, or even Discovery Cove.
Price comparison of Orlando's water parks
Without diving too deep into the strenuous detail between all of Orlando's water parks, let's take a look at this price comparison.
Prices below do not include tax, prices are as of 2/17/2017
|Ticket type
|Volcano Bay
|Disney Water Parks
|Single day
|Single day tickets are not officially available as of yet, but can be purchased only as part of a vacation package through select travel booking services. Several sources indicate $124 as the price per person.
$62.00 adult
$56.00 child
Multi day regular theme parks plus water parks
(park to park / park hopper)
3 days
$314.99 adult
($105 per day)
$304.99 child
($102 per day)
$364 adult
($121.33 per day)
$346 child
($115.33 per day)
Multi day regular theme parks plus water park
(park to park / park hopper)
4 days
$324.99 adult
($81.24 per day)
$314.99 child
($78.75 per day)
$440 adult
($110 per day)
$420 child
($105 per day)
Multi day regular theme parks plus water parks
(one park per day)
3 days
$259.99 adult
($86.66 per day)
$249.99 child
($83.33 per day)
|water parks are not available without Park Hopper option
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Dani's Best Week Ever February 16, 2017: Universal Mardi Gras and a pinch of Disney
The Big Easy has arrived in Orlando. Universal Mardi Gras 2017 is now in full swing, through March 25, 2017. This year marks the first time that Mardi Gras fills the streets of Universal Studios Florida every single night. It's nice to know more guests are able to enjoy this lively celebration no matter the day of the week. I paid a visit to Universal Orlando to get some Mardi Gras flavor in my life, and I even managed to make it over to Walt Disney World and visit two parks in two hours!
Universal Mardi Gras 2017
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A Guide to Universal Mardi Gras 2017
Thousands of plastic beads patiently wait to be tossed into the hands of eager park guests. Spicy Cajun food will soon be devoured. Parade performers practice endlessly, waiting for their time in the spotlight. Universal Mardi Gras 2017 is about to begin!
With more consecutive nights than ever before, Universal Mardi Gras 2017 looks to be a bit different than years past. There's lots to see and deux so check out this guide to make sure you don't miss a beat!
This year Universal Orlando's Mardi Gras is a little shorter than before, February 4 to March 24, 2017. However, this year is different because the parade, special food, and other festivities will bring the best of the Big Easy every single night through March 24, 2017.
French Quarter Courtyard – Food and live bands
One the best features of Universal Mardi Gras are the bands brought in from New Orleans itself that perform in the French Quarter Courtyard (in the New York area of the park near Revenge of the Mummy and across from the soon-to-open Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon). Many people aren't aware that these authentic bands perform in the French Quarter Courtyard, but they are a real treat and straight from the land of the Big Easy, so check them out.
Here's the line up:
- February 4–14: Young Pinstripe Brass Band
- February 15–21: New Breed Brass Band
- February 22–March 5: Free Agents Brass Band
- March 6–15: Naughty Professor Brass Band
- March 16–25: Dirty Bourbon River Show
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SATURDAY SIX: Six Reasons We'll Never Forget 2016 (No Matter How Hard We Try)
This week's SATURDAY SIX takes a look at Six Reasons We'll Never Forget 2016 (No Matter How Hard We Try). With the new year upon us, it is time for another SATURDAY SIX annual tradition of looking back at some of the most "memorable moments" of the previous year. Now we already covered some of the great things that happened during the past 365 days, and some of the worst as well, so today let's look at six theme park stories that fall into a different area. Events that are almost hard to believe actually happened, but we promise they did, and we're here with the proof. So let's kick it off with…
# 6 – Disney Puts a Paper Bag Over the Tower of Terror
Disney has some truly incredible projects opening over the next couple years including Pandora: The World of Avatar in Florida and a huge Star Wars Land on both coasts. These projects look to give guests the same level of immersion – if not more – than the critically acclaimed Cars Land and Diagon Alley. For their first ever Marvel attraction in America, Disney went in a different direction. In a shocking announcement at last year's San Diego Comic Con, it was revealed that the Hollywood Tower of Terror in DCA would be converted over to Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT! While Pandora will have guests dropping their jaws while looking up at the "flying mountains" and Star Wars Land will fulfill many a fanboy dream of walking onto the Millenium Falcon, the Marvel attraction is going to look just like the iconic Hollywood Tower of Terror with a bunch of pipes on it.
Here's the thing: say what you will about California's Tower of Terror versus Florida's version (it stinks), the ride still has the memorable Tower of Terror hotel facade. This is one of the all time most iconic ride facades in Disney history. In fact, with the Sorcerer's Hat now gone from DHS, it has become one of the four WDW park icons along with Spaceship Earth, the Tree of Life, and Cinderella Castle. Disney has owned Marvel now for almost a decade, and as they saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a first impression. No matter how good the actual Guardians of the Galaxy ride is or isn't, being shoehorned into one of the most recognizable facades in any theme park is going to make the attraction look and feel out of place.
The most unbelievable part of this entire story is the fact that Disney started converting the Tower of Terror over to Mission: BREAKOUT! while guests were still enjoying the Terror of Terror. Large parts of the Tower were covered, and the attraction started to look like a sports fan wearing a paper bag over their head because they were ashamed of their team.
Despite the Tower of Terror not being in anyone's top ten ride list in DCA, the reaction to the hotel being changed was not received well on social media (to be fair, not much is anyway). Even crazier, DCA is just coming off a Billion dollar makeover that included making a large part of the park themed to early 20th century California, the exact same theme which Tower of Terror already had. Many have voiced their displeasure, but a few have also had a little fun with the idea of the hotel soon to be under new management….
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Best Week Ever 2017: Our 2017 Theme Park Resolutions
It's that time of year again! My Best Week Ever sisters and I are kicking off a hopeful new year by making promises for what we're going to do with it. Of course, since you've come here for some Orlando based fun we're going to be covering our New Year's Theme Park Resolutions. Even better, you'll be able to follow along with Best Week Ever during 2017 and see if we keep our resolutions this year. Keep us honest, folks! 😀 But don't let the fun end with us. Let us know what your New Year's Resolutions are in the comments below.
Dani's Plan for 2017
Many people know that 2016 marked a year of dipping my toe in the treacherous waters of thrill rides. Well, what I define to be thrill rides are probably considered mild by most. Universal Orlando has been the site of most of my thrill seeking, but this year it's Disney's turn. I will conquer Magic Kingdom's mountain range, though with one modification. There is absolutely no way I am going on Space Mountain (do not try to convince). I will replace Space Mountain with Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, which I've never been on. And I haven't ridden Splash Mountain and Big Thunder Mountain since my long ago preteen years.
- Being a Florida Native, I love the water, be it a pool, the ocean, refreshing spring water, or a water ride. I want to spend more time flipping my fins, after all it's better down where it's wetter. I resolve to spend more time in all kinds of water including going to the beach more, going to Florida state parks and springs more, but also in the world of theme parks I will go on more water rides and will plan one or two weekend getaways at area hotels which will include some pool time of course. Oh! And I want to rent a pontoon boat on Bay Lake and maybe a Sea Racer too!
- Finally, I want to be more social. Because my time in the theme parks often involves researching a specific topic and sharing my adventures in the parks live on social media channels I often visit the parks solo. I do value my alone time, but I want more time in the parks with family and friends. Visiting the theme parks solo is fun and it does gives me a different perspective, but so does spending time with friends, family, and making new friends.
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SATURDAY SIX: Six Things We Can't Wait To See in 2017
This week's SATURDAY SIX takes a look at Six Things We Can't Wait To See In 2017! 2016 was another unbelievable year in the theme park world, containing a wide mix of The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. 2017 is already shaping up to be even more amazing. We have a new immersive land that promises to eclipse what Disneyland has done with Cars Land and Universal with Diagon Alley, a new President being added to the Hall of Presidents, and the first of its kind "water theme park." If that doesn't get your blood pumping about the next 12 months you may actually be a Host from Westworld, but for the rest of you, here's some of the things we can't wait to see, starting with…
# 6 – Pandora: The World of Avatar (Animal Kingdom)
Our long national nightmare is almost over. First announced on September 20, 2011, Pandora: The World of Avatar is nearing completion. Disney is saying "Summer 2017" for this new land, and is going on record saying it is the most immersive area in any theme park. Just from what we can see from what rises over the construction walls and the Blogger-In-The-Sky helicopter camera shots, the land does look STUNNING. The info we've been given on the bioluminescent plants in the area along with the experience in the Na'vi River Journey make both seem like "wow" moments. Last year, this fine blog did question what Pandora will be doing in the areas of food and merchandise, two extremely important factors a theme park land needs to deliver on to satisfy its Return On Investment (ROI). These are also two areas that Disney has not released much info on for Pandora. We all know that Avatar the movie – by far and away the most financially successful film in the history of cinema – never really figured out a way to get its fans to buy merchandise the way that Star Wars, Marvel, Harry Potter, and even Star Trek have.
One of the most exciting things about Pandora is that it appears the land will be using projection mapping on its incredible rock work. This is something that has never been mentioned by Disney over the course of the Pandora project, but Johnny-on-the-spot bloggers have seen this technology being tested. Your Humble Author thinks projection mapping is one of the areas that Disney is heads and tails above anyone else in the industry right now. Whether on the castle in the Magic Kingdom, the Great Movie Ride facade in DHS, or the jaw dropping Tree of Life Awakens shows at Animal Kingdom, Disney's use of projection mapping in the parks is amazing.
# 5 – Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon (Universal Studios Florida)
Last year Universal fans lost Twister…Ride It Out! along with its Bill Paxton performance that was so mailed in he should have put a stamp on it. In Twister's place will be the upcoming Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon. One of the most underrated aspects of this change, is that the attraction takes place in the New York area of Universal Studios Florida, so it is a perfect fit. There are many who do not like Fallon's broad sense of humor, but his Late Night TV dominance shows there is most likely a much larger group of people who love what he brings to the table (Your Humble Author included). While there have been some debates on how the "flying theater" ride mechanics will actually work, one thing we do know is that Universal is trying something truly different with how people experience the attraction's queue.
Much like how Dumbo at the Magic Kingdom allows kids to play in a themed area until it is time to ride, Race Through New York looks to have things for adults to do while waiting. There will be a woman's quartet singing songs, a chance to check out classic bits from from Fallon's Tonight Show run (including Lip Sync Battle), write your own "Thank You Notes" at an interactive desk, and even get a meet and greet with the Tonight Show's mascot, Hashtag the Panda.
Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon is designed to get guests to laugh, and comedy is one thing Universal is very good at delivering on. From the criminally underrated Horror Make-Up Show to the non-stop gags in Springfield USA, be prepared to bring your smile when stepping into Universal Studios Florida.
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Lessons Learned at Universal Orlando on Christmas Day
When most people think of visiting a theme park in Orlando on Christmas Day, Magic Kingdom is top of mind. However, Universal Orlando presents a great alternative on this festive day. This year marks my second time visiting Universal Orlando on Christmas Day, and although I visited by myself, I had a great time. Here's how I accomplished having an enjoyable visit and what I learned on this, one of the busiest days of the year in Orlando's theme parks. Last week in this Touring Plans blog post about Visiting Universal Orlando during the busiest weeks of the year I shared some tips that definitely came in handy.
I had Christmas Day to myself and had set the day aside to visit Universal Orlando. Now, it should be noted that the manner in which I visited Universal's Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida this day is a bit different than how the average guests would do. I was on my own. It didn't matter to me if I rode anything. My purpose was to be in the atmosphere I love and be able to report on the crowd levels, wait times, and the overall experience of being inside Universal Orlando on Christmas Day.
The arrival experience at Universal Orlando on Christmas Day
Arriving at any theme park sets the tone for the whole day. When visiting during a busy day like Christmas it is important to not let the long lines and crowds that you will surely encounter dampen your mood. I arrived around 11:00 AM. The parking toll was not backed up as I expected, but still very busy; I headed toward the left hand lanes which are typically shorter.
The security checkpoint at Universal Orlando can get very congested first thing in the morning and on busy days. Such was the case around 11:00 AM on Christmas Day morning. The real backup and congestion came not from waiting to go through the x-ray machines, but rather after passing through and waiting for your belongings to be handed off to you after they go through the machines. Family members wait in clusters making it difficult to exit this area.
The third and final hurdle came when trying to get into Islands of Adventure. Lines everywhere! Lines for the ticket windows. Lines for purchasing Express Pass in order to avoid other lines. Lines at Guests Services. And of course lines to get through the turnstiles themselves. I'm just going to say it: Universal Orlando's ticket taking system is so slow. Word on the street is an upgrade to this system is coming soon; I sure hope so!
Extra tip: There is a "Side entrance" at Universal Studios Florida that can save you time and frustration when the regular entrance is congested. It is the pathway in between Hard Rock Cafe and the regular park entrance, it leads up to the Blue Man Group Theater. As you walk along the Blue Man Group pathway this side entrance to the park will be to the right of the Blue Man Theater.
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The Best of the Best Week Ever 2016
It seems 2016 is an unforgettable year. Events and memories that happened this year are unlike previous years. Yet each week, we the Best Week Ever team found ways to make the most of it. Each week we aim to share with you the moments that make being in the theme parks so enjoyable and wonderful. Perhaps this year, more than ever, it became increasingly important to make our visits the best week ever. We are grateful for the time we spent in the parks this year and we want to share with you our favorite moments of Best Week Ever 2016. You'll hear from all three of us as we each select three of our favorite Best Week Ever posts from this year.
Dani's favorite Best Week Ever posts
This year I focused on growth and dealing with fear. Theme parks offer us entertainment and escapism, but they can also offer teaching moments. My desire to deal with and overcome fear started as a spark at the end of 2015, but grew into a warm, bright flame in 2016. By pushing myself to go on rides and try experiences I'd otherwise avoid, I've learned that fear never actually goes away. Instead we can accept it, acknowledge it, and ultimately realize most things are never as bad as we imagine them to be. And by opening myself up to new experiences I gained a new level of appreciation for my hometown, Orlando, and all that the theme parks offer.
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Visiting Universal Orlando during the busiest weeks of the year
There's no place like home for the holidays, but it's difficult to beat Orlando during this festive time of the year. Perhaps you've decided to visit Orlando during the final two weeks of the year. Being in the theme parks at Christmas time is magical, but takes some planning. You'll need to be prepared. In this post I'll share some planning tips for visiting Universal Orlando during these last two weeks of the year, which are some of the busiest days in Orlando's theme parks.
The Basics
With all the hustle and bustle of the holidays it is easy to forget the basics of theme park survival. So here's a little refresher.
- Dress comfortably, especially with regard to your footwear
- Plan for changes in the weather, this means pack a mix of both warm and cold weather clothing, because here in Florida we experience both warm and cold weather in Winter, often from one day to the next
- Stay hydrated with water (as opposed to soda, adult beverages, etc)
- Use sunscreen, after all we are actually closer to the sun during Winter
- Take breaks and rest throughout the day
The great news is Universal Orlando's longest operating hours of the year are taking place right now through New Year's Eve.
Coming up with a plan
Plans are what we're all about here at Touring Plans, and this time of the year is one of the most important to have a good solid plan. The most effective way to do so is creating a custom touring plan through our site. All you have to do when creating your customized Touring Plan is to select which parks you're visiting, your arrival time to the park, and plug in the rides and shows you want to make sure you experience. Then the service will calculate the best touring plan including exactly which order to visit the attractions and when in order to maximize your time (and sanity). This plan is based on a huge collection of data that will ensure you spend the least amount of time as possible in the standby wait lines.
If you'd prefer to create a plan yourself, make sure you've really determined what rides and shows you absolutely must do. Without the advantage of the Touring Plans data you'll need to review the park maps and strategize your plan based on the location of the attractions you want to experience. You may want to also consider visiting some of the lesser known attractions at Universal, which typically will have somewhat reasonable wait times on busy days.
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Gifts for a Theme Park Vacationer
If you're searching for a last-minute holiday gift or a little something special to add to your own holiday wish list, TouringPlans is here to help! I compiled a list of what I think are some of the best gifts for those planning to visit the parks soon. And while holidays present the perfect gifting opportunity, most of these will work year-round for other celebrations like birthdays or anniversaries too.
Wearable Gifts – For a truly impressive gift, put your knowledge of their favorite character, attraction, or movie to good use. From custom t-shirts and mouse ears to lanyards and pins, there is an endless supply of fun things they can wear to the parks. Even better, there is an endless supply of online or local stores that sell these too, so finding something perfect while staying on budget shouldn't be too hard.
Gear – There are certain items that almost every theme park vacationer likes to pack: poncho, day bag for the park, refillable water bottle, portable phone charger, hand sanitizer, and so on. Other items, like a toiletries bag, suitcase, or travel friendly snacks, are great ideas for travelers in general. Depending on the budget, you could pick just one item or put them together into a gift basket that will please any theme park vacationer.
Photo Package – Both Disney and Universal offer photo packages to capture those special vacation memories. Plenty of vacationers on tight budgets question whether the package is worth it, but receiving it as a gift can alleviate those worries. The price is discounted when purchased in advance, and they receive photo memories to cherish for years to come. It's a definite win-win.
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Cytochrome P450 (CYP) is a family of enzymes that are involved in metabolism – including drug metabolism. Two of the more common enzymes are cytochrome P450 2D6 (CYP2D6) and cytochrome P450 2C19 (CYP2C19). DNA variations in the genes that code for these enzymes affect the rate and extent of drug metabolism.
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Genetic variations in a patient's CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 genes can help explain unusual results observed:
Some prescription medications are converted /metabolized to a more active form. If the patient is a poor metabolizer, he/she may not experience adequate pain relief.
- If drug is detected and there is no metabolite detected, the genetic test may help determine if the patient is not taking the analgesic or is a poor metabolizer.
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Other drugs and some foods can affect analgesic metabolism. If a drug or food stops the CYP2D6 enzyme from normal metabolism of the analgesic, the patient may not experience expected outcomes for pain relief.
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Drugs are often metabolized by more than one enzyme. The only tests we currently provide for enzymes related to analgesic metabolism are the CYP2D6 and CYP2C19 genotype tests. We are in the process of developing tests and interpretation for other CYP genes.
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I thought I had made up my mind! I booked a room in the Hilton Inn Chelsea hotel (fully cancellable), but now I've seen that the Affinia Manhattan is offering a studio suite for $80 more (which is less than $10 a day). The Affinia has a full kitchenette, while the Hilton inn only has a microwave and fridge, and apart from that they seem similar; they both offer free wifi, and seem to be in the same general area. What do you think? Can you recommend one over the other? Should I changthe reservation, or do I keep it?
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Hilton Inn Chelsea or Affinia Manhattan?
I thought I had made up my mind! I booked a room in the Hilton Inn Chelsea hotel (fully cancellable), but now I've seen that the Affinia Manhattan is offering a studio suite for $80 more (which is less than $10 a day). The Affinia has a full kitchenette, while the Hilton inn only has a microwave and fridge, and apart from that they seem similar; they both offer free wifi, and seem to be in the same general area. What do you think? Can you recommend one over the other? Should I changthe reservation, or do I keep it?
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How much are you really going to use the kitchen?
IMHO I don;t really like the location of Affinia Manhattan - too close to Penn Station and the daily hordes surging back and forth
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If you think you are going to make some simple meals from time to time, then the small upgrade for the full kitchenette is a good deal, and these are pretty good rooms. I'm also not crazy about the location, but it is definitely convenient to everything (more convenient than the Hilton Garden Inn, I would argue).
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nytraveler and Doug_Stallings:
Thanks for your answers. I've seen in Google Maps that the Affinia is very close to the station, so maybe not a beautiful area, and probably very busy. But, on the other hand, the Hilton inn is placed in a similar area, among florist shops, so I can image it also has lots of noise from lorries in the early hours. When you say you don't like the location, do you mean it's not beautiful, and it's very busy, or it's unsafe, unpleasant?
Regarding the kitchenette, I'm a solo traveller and, after a long, exhausting day out and about, I like to be able to just have a shower, and eat something in my bedroom instead of going out again looking for a restaurant. Not everyday, but some days, depending on what I've done. (I know I can also use take-away, but the kitchenette seems appealing).
Also, I think the Affinia is better connected, but the hilton inn is just a pair of streets away, so I could just walk this distance).
Please, keep opinions coming - I'll keep thinking about it.
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It's not about safety but more about aesthetics. Unless you've got a special offer, none of the Affinias include free wifi. It's something like $10-15/day. I don't love the location of either of your options, esp. since e areadoesn't have a lot of close, decent dining and wonder why you don't consider something in more of a neighborhood?
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PS you got loads of great options in your pevious thread, most of which IMO would be better than these 2. You are looking WAAAAAY too early for next Aug. imo. If you want to book something cancelable, fine. But I sure wouldnt prepay now for next Aug. and be tied into a noncancelable booking.
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mclaurie: thanks for answering!
Of course I'm looking for something cancelable, I'm not going to pay now for next August! I do know it's very, very early days, but things (both professional and personal) have added up, and I'm going to have a very hectic time from early November till mid-June. That's why I want to organise this as soon as possible, so that it's one less thing to worry about. Dining is not a priority for me, that's why I'm looking for something with a kitchenette where I can prepare something quick. And of course I'd like to be in a more beautiful area, but I'm on a restricted budget, and these two options are the ones that best meet my requirements and my budget so far.
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mclaurie: I forgot to add, I got an offer for free wi-fi in the affinia manhattan.
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How does milburnhotel.com compare?
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mclaurie: The Milburn hotel still doesn´t have its rates for August
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Affinia Manhattan location is safe (every tourist area of Manhattan is safe) but unpleasant.
McLaurie is more expert hotels and I would follow her advice.
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The one advantage to the Hilton Garden Inn is a proximity to Whole Foods, which has nice prepared foods (both hot and cold) that would not require any real prep and would be great for a quick dinner in the room. There is an Asian food market near the Affinia Manhattan (on 32nd Street) and some places that sell "salad bar" items (hot and cold foods sold by the pound, which tend to be less good but more expensive than those at Whole Foods. There's no fast food near the Affinia Manhattan.
Neither area is very scenic, and both have their pros and cons.
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Thanks for your help. I understand these areas are not scenic, and had not thought about food stores... But, our or personal reasons, I'd like to leave this matter solved (although with a cancelable reservation which can be changed if something better arises) I'll keep thinking about it.
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On other forums, I've read countless people really liking the Affinia Manhattan. I think it's fine to just book it, be done with it, then check again much closer to travel time to see if there is a summer sale on a property you like more.
I like having a kitchen too. The Hilton Garden Inn Chelsea just has a tiny little fridge in a cabinet with the microwave.
Yes, the area just outside your hotel is busy, while the HGI is on a side street, but that's not such a huge deal. Neither location is a particular charming neighborhood, but it's fine.
BTW, both hotels are roughly the same walking distance to Whole Foods.
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Six Weeks of Craziness | Oscar & Pixie
How excited I was – my first summer holiday (as a parent) – memories of long, hot, water-fight-filled days and barbies a-plenty, mosquitoes and citronella candles…or not! Actually, so far, so accurate but I am just one small fact from the truth and that is that I have two bored children and I'm one busy mamma! Now I know why parents dread these six week so.
My daily routine broken into percentages goes something like… Clipping back Pixie's hair 5%; Begging Oscar to CALM DOWN 10%; Trying to avoid making lunch 5%; Making lunch 10%; Trying to avoid entertaining O&P 5%; Entertaiing O&P 10%; Working 50%; combining work and 'pleasure' (snapping the kids) 5%. And I know what you're thinking "that's five percent less of 100" but that's because it's the end of the day and my brain is fried.


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A very rare opportunity to purchase a plot of land in the old town of Pollença! It is located at the end of a quiet little street.
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There's a delightful simplicity that embraces the listener when pressing play to hear "Bright Beginnings," the first track off of Joe Pug's forthcoming album, Windfall (due out March 10, 2015). The Austin-based singer/songwriter starts "Bright Beginnings" with a guitar riff that continuously repeats for the entire song and as the seconds roll by more instruments join in.
Listening to Pug's soft, sincere, emotionally driven vocals are like a baby listening to a lullaby that gently rocks it to sleep. Pug relaxes the listener and the piano brings a sense of hope and positivity throughout "Bright Beginnings." The lyrics are also hopeful, with Pug singing, "Bright beginnings often fade, precious few can keep the flame." The sounds of an upright bass add a gentleness to the song as it pops in and out bringing an extra element of joy to "Bright Beginnings."
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On the eve of her 25th birthday, Catherine, who spent years caring for her brilliant but unstable father, a famous mathematician, must deal with her own volatile emotions, the arrival of her estranged sister, Claire, and the attentions of Hal, a former student of her father's who hopes to find valuable work in the 103 notebooks that her father left behind. Over the long weekend that follows, a burgeoning romance and the discovery of a mysterious notebook draw Catherine into the most difficult problem of all: how much of her father's madness or genius will she inherit? Winner of the 2001 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award, the play is both compassionate and funny.
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DRMAA comprises of major hardware and software players, such as Intel, Sun Microsystems and IBM, and grid computing specialist Platform Computing.
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UAB's Gabe Kennedy and Kansas' Jeff Graves go up for the tip to start an NCAA regional semifinal game in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
The Jayhawks had a relatively easy time keeping pace early with the "fastest 40 minutes in basketball." Less than six minutes into the game the Jayhawks went on a 10 point unanswered run, taking an 18-6 lead.
Kansas coach Bill Self yells to his team during the first half. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
Kansas' Wayne Simien and UAB's Donnell Taylor dive for a loose ball. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)
Midway into the first half Simien was benched briefly with fouls. Ultimately Simien scored 30 points, grabbed nine rebounds, and dished nine dimes.
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Genre: YA Fantasy
I was worried when I first picked up this book that it wouldn't be as good as the first book in the series, Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children, so I left it to sit on my bookshelf to collect dust so as not to ruin the peculiar world that Ransom Riggs' words formed in my mind. I received Library of Souls (book #3) for Christmas so I thought I best get to reading them before the movie comes out this year and really ruins the peculiar world in my mind. Well let's just say I truly regret not starting this book sooner. I have wondered and wondered what became of Miss Peregrine's children, particularly Jacob and Emma! And of course starting this book sooner would have alleviated that wonder that we all feel with a book series that one question of, "What is going to happen next?"! Truly as imaginative as the first, Hollow City did not disappoint! Running for their lives all the peculiar children find danger and adventure around every corner and I felt my heart seize up every time they encountered a hollowgast, a truly horrifying monster with a black tongue, yuck, and of course those murderous and sadistic wights looking to eat the souls of peculiars everywhere. There were some parts of the story that just were not for me and that is why I gave it a four instead of a five, but if you loved book #1 in the series then you just have got to read Hollow City!
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Day 1 Harbin
Transfer via: your own arranged flight/train
Meals: D
Sites visited: St. Sofia Church, Central Street, Flood Control Monument, Ice Lantern Art Show
After you arrive in Harbin your tour guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to your hotel for a short rest. The first site you will visit is the Harbin St Sophia Cathedral church. With Byzantine style and meaning of 'God's wisdom' for name, the church looks so beautiful as if it had been made by God's hands. It was first built in 1907 and rebuilt into brick and wood structure in 1912. It is the largest Orthodox Church in the Far East.
The Central Street, also known the Zhongyang Street. The Central Street is considered as the architectural art galley: Baroque and byzantine lining both sides, including Russian bakeries, French fashion houses and Japanese restaurants and so on. It's a good place to see architectural styles as well as for shopping and taste different Cuisine.
The Flood Control Monument, built in 1958, commemorates the thousands of people who died in years past when the river overflowed its banks. It's more than a monument and the story behind it will impressive you.
In the evening, you will visit the Ice Lantern Fair in Zhaolin Park. Ice Lantern Fair, also named the Ice Lantern Show, it is hold every year from 5th January to the end of February in Zhaolin Park. The park located in the downtown, it is a small and peaceful place. Still you can see pretty ice sculptures without many crowded. Especially at night when the ice sculptures are lit then which looks like a magical world.
Day 2 Harbin/Mudanjiang
Meals: B, L, D
Sites visited: China's Snow Town
After Breakfast, you will drive 5-6 hours to China's Snow Town in Mudanjiang city. China's Snow Town (local name: Zhong Guo Xue Xiang) is actually the nickname of the Shuangfeng Wood Farm in Hailin City. It is about 280 kilometers away from Harbin. China's Snow Town is regarded as a dreamlike paradise in winter. Its high mountains, local traditional wooden houses, villages, animals, trees and the sunrise are all greatly different from those in the other world's snowy areas. It is a very famous eco-tourist winter attraction connected to the Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival.
Day 3 Mudanjiang/Harbin
Meals: B, L
Sites visited: Yangcaoshan Mountain
After breakfast in your hotel your tour guide will meet you. Today you will take a mini bus to visit the Yangcaoshan Mountain. Yangcaoshan Mountain is a beautiful and peaceful place covered by thick snow where you will enjoy the beautiful sunrise and snowscape. Also, you can enjoy a snowmobile ride (pay the expense by yourselves) around the mountain. After visit the mountain you will take a mini bus back to the Snow Town (Xue Xiang). In the afternoon you tour guide will escort you back to Harbin.
Day 4 Harbin
Meals: B, L, D
Sites visited: Sun Island Snow Sculpture Art Expo, Siberian Tiger Park, Ice and Snow World
The Sun Island Scenic Area (Tai Yang Dao). It's a great place for escaping the hot summer with cool weather and nice scenery, flowers, lakes and cute animals in the forest. When it comes to winter the island will be covered by thick snow and there will be a world-famous snow sculpture show: International Snow Sculpture Art Expo. There are various of massive, huge snow sculptures which is so impressive and amazing.
Then you will make an safari-style adventure in the Siberian Tiger Park. Siberian Tiger Park located on the north bank of the Songhua River. It is the largest natural park for wild Siberian tigers of China, even in the world. There are over 500 Siberian tigers this park. Here you can see wild tigers closely and take some fantastic photos.
In the evening you will go to visit the Ice and Snow World. Located on the north bank of the Songhua River, the Ice and Snow Amusement World is a major attraction of Harbin Interactional Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival dunging the winter. There are full of awesome ice and snow sculptures created by artists from all around world. Kind note that please wear enough layers of proper clothes and warm shoes to keep you away form the freeze especially when you want to stay there longer to enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Day 5 Harbin/Departure
Meals: B
Sites visited: Transfer to the airport
After breakfast, you will free to enjoy your leisure time to explore this city until the time your tour guide meet you and escort you the airport for you flight home or next destination.


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