Jon Self

The Muppet Show Returns with Sabrina Carpenter — Disney+ & ABC Event in 2026

Get the latest on The Muppet Show special starring Sabrina Carpenter — find out when it airs in 2026, where to watch and why theme park fans are excited.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 17, 2025

News

Dive into the Magic: Top Reasons to Visit the SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration

Dive into the magic! Discover the top reasons to visit SeaWorld Orlando Christmas Celebration, featuring millions of lights, new shows, and festive dining.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 16, 2025

Legoland Florida

Kids Build LEGO Spacecraft as Legoland Florida Hunts for Junior Galaxy Explorers

Junior Galaxy Explorers is LEGOLAND Florida Resort’s nationwide search inviting kids ages 6–12 to design LEGO spacecraft for a chance to be among the first riders of the new Galacticoaster opening February 27, 2026.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 16, 2025

CityWalk

Foodie Alert! Universal Orlando Annual Passholder Bonus Benefits Bring Exclusive Eats for January 2026

UOAP Dining January 2026 is here. See the complete list of exclusive dishes, including Cacio e Pepe, DanDan Noodles, and the NSFD Doughnut. Available Jan 5–31.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 16, 2025

Food

Review: Slow Roasted Pork Shines at Waterway Grill SeaWorld Orlando

Our Waterway Grill SeaWorld Orlando review covers the surprisingly excellent Slow-Roasted Pork entrée we tried with the All-Day Dining Plan.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 11, 2025

Bars

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto Quietly Expands Hours With a New 11 a.m. Opening Time

Trader Sam’s Grog Grotto is now showing an 11:00 a.m. opening time on the official Walt Disney World website, a major shift from its traditional afternoon start and one that appears to be permanent based on current calendar listings.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 16, 2025

Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World Brings Back the Water Park Seasonal Pass for 2025–2026

The Disney Water Park Pass is back at Walt Disney World, offering unlimited water park visits through May 2026, affordable pricing, bonus mini golf, and seasonal park rotations.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 16, 2025

Disney Company

Villain Takes the Spotlight: Disney’s Gaston Film in Works

Disney is developing a live-action Gaston movie Disney spinoff, giving the iconic Beauty and the Beast villain his own story.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 15, 2025

Deluxe Resorts

Disney’s Beach Club Has a New Game Day Home—And It’s Martha’s Vineyard

Martha’s Vineyard menu updates bring hearty new appetizers and shareable favorites to Disney’s Beach Club Resort, making this cozy lounge a new home base for game day.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 15, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

REVIEW: Penne Pasta Bowl at Dragon Fire Grill Leaves Us… Pretty Sauced? | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Our Dragon Fire Grill pasta review covers the blackened chicken penne bowl, portion size, flavor, and seating issues at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay.

By Jon Self, 10 months ago December 5, 2025

Jon Self is an avid theme park fan. You can follow him at @pastorjonself on X/ Twitter or Jon.Self.37 at Instagram. He has been writing and editing in the theme park media world for over a decade. He also writes for several "foodie" sites as well as in the faith-based world.