Disney’s Star Wars hotel is closing after opening less than two years ago

Galaxy’s Edge (Star Wars area), Hollywood Studios – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by GuilhermeZangiacomi Walt Disney Co. will close its immersive Star Wars-themed luxury hotel in Orlando in September, less than two years after it launched, as the media conglomerate reduces costs across its entertainment and parks operations. On Thursday, Disney announced the closure of

Florida restaurant advances the use of QR codes with video presentations

QR Codes Used in Restaurant for Ordering – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Fevziie QR codes aren’t new technology. Invented in 1994, quick-response barcodes were created to track automobile parts. In today’s day in age, certain digital-friendly restaurant establishments began using the codes as a way to allow customers to skim through menus, order, and

Florida expects millions of spring breakers while facing major staff shortages

Spring Breakers Enjoy the Beach — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Jillian Cain Photography While Florida saw a bleak 1,500 people a day in 2020 and about 65,000 Spring Breakers in 2021, it is estimated that 570,000 students will be on holiday in the Sunshine State this year.  The University of South Florida and the majority of

How to make the most of a South Florida vacation this winter season

Carbone — Traditional Italian Fare South Florida Restaurant — Photos by Giovanny Gutierrez/Chat Chow TV South Florida is loved for many reasons, beginning with the fact that vacationing here can be as toes-in-the-sand or sophisticated as you’d like. From Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale to Miami and the Florida Keys, we have all that’s new

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa has been named the No. 1 resort in Florida for the third consecutive year

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa – Courtesy: Image by JW Marriott Website Miami-Dade County is known for having some of the best luxury resorts in Florida, and now, it’s officially home to the very best. Condé Nast Traveler has recently released the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, and for the third

South Florida celebrates National Dog Day 2021: ‘Yappy’ hour events & paw-fect treats

National Dog Day — Dogs Playing with Ball – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Stanimir G.Stoev While there are several unofficial national holidays to celebrate every day, this holiday is im-paw-ssible to miss! Thursday, Aug.26, is National Dog Day. National Dog Day is dedicated to your favorite companion, best friend, and loyal fur baby.  It

All eyes on Miss Universe in South Florida’s Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood this weekend

Courtesy: Seminole Hard Rock Hotel Hollywood website For the first time since 2015, the world-renowned Miss Universe pageant will be making its return to Florida as the stage gets set for this weekend’s crowning. The eyes of the world will all be on the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hollywood, as 74 participants

Florida: Home to some of the most self-pampering citizens in the U.S.

Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by  Oksana Shufrych The Sunshine State has approached new levels of topping “best of” and similar rankings in 2021—some good and some bad. So far, Florida has managed to clinch top spots in:  U.S. News & World Report Best States in 2021 #10 Quietest National Parks #13, #15, #30  Deadliest National

Universal Orlando will resume Epic Universe park construction following eight-month hiatus

Rendering of Universal Orland Epic Universe Park – Courtesy: Universal Orlando Florida will soon be getting another theme park on Universal Orlando Resort property. Epic Universe will join Islands of Adventure, Universal Studios, and Volcano Bay as the fourth member of the theme park family. Work is slated to begin ramping up in the coming

Florida lands multiple 4 and 5-star rated properties in 2021 Forbes Travel Guide Star Awards

The Breakers Palm Beach, Palm Beach’s storied luxury resort – Courtesy: Forbes Travel Guide Despite declining travel figures in the year 2020, Florida has managed to remain a top travel destination in the world thanks to its wide selection of resorts, restaurants, destinations, entertainment, and more.  Helping Florida maintain its status as a top travel