Jon Self

Sea Life Florida Welcomes First Animals Ahead of Legoland Florida Grand Opening

Meet reef sharks, clownfish & stingrays at Sea Life Florida—LEGOLAND’s new ocean-themed experience, opening June 6, 2025.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 12, 2025

Magic Kingdom

Disney Trash Can Candy Containers Make a Sweet Collectible

Disney World launches trash can candy containers—get yours at Magic Kingdom and beyond. They’re a sweet collectible treat!

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 9, 2025

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

Tot Topia Busch Gardens Tampa: Are the Loaded Tater Tots Worth It?

Tot Topia Busch Gardens Tampa Bay offers guests huge portions of covered tater tots. We reviewed the brisket version and compared it to Disney and Universal.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago June 9, 2025

Disney Springs

Disney Springs Dining Update: Mother’s Day Weekend Edition

Discover the new Mediterranean Salad at The Polite Pig and the limited-time Mother’s Day donut at Everglazed Donuts, both at Disney Springs.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 8, 2025

Epic Universe

Hunter’s Garlic Stake at Epic Universe: Burning Blade Tavern Snack Review

Sink your teeth into the Hunter’s Garlic Stake at Epic Universe. Discover the themed snack’s flavor, price, and whether to try it at the Burning Blade Tavern.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 7, 2025

Epic Universe

Toothless Popcorn Bucket & More: Must-Have Collectibles for “How to Train Your Dragon” Fans

Don’t miss the exclusive Toothless popcorn bucket, early fan events, and themed snacks as theaters gear up for “How to Train Your Dragon” on June 13, 2025.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 7, 2025

CityWalk

Butterbeer at Citywalk: Super Nintendo and Harry Potter Expansion at Universal CityWalk Orlando

Butterbeer at CityWalk! Universal Orlando expands its Studios Store with Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter merchandise and treats.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 8, 2025

Disney Company

Disney Yas Island Theme Park Resort Announced: A Grand Celebration

Disney Yas Island theme park resort marks a historic milestone in Abu Dhabi, blending storytelling with Arabian culture. This called for a celebration.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 8, 2025

Disney Company

Stitch Popcorn Bucket at Regal Cinemas is the Must-Have Collectible for “Lilo & Stitch” Fans

Celebrate the live-action “Lilo & Stitch” film with Regal’s exclusive Stitch bucket, drinkware, and tropical treats—perfect for every Disney collector.

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 7, 2025

Epic Universe

Epic Universe Preview Troubles: May 7 Recap and Ride Closures

Universal’s newest theme park is in preview mode—but with major ride closures and technical issues, is Epic Universe ready for prime time?

By Jon Self, 1 year ago May 7, 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.