Remy's Hide & Squeak Returns to EPCOT Food & Wine 2026
The beloved $11.99 scavenger hunt kicks off August 27 and runs all festival season through November 21.

Roman Space Telescope Launches from Kennedy Space Center Aug. 30
NASA's next-generation observatory lifts off on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy from Kennedy Space Center early Sunday morning.

Magic Kingdom's Frontier Trading Post Closed After Overnight Flooding
Several inches of water forced the Frontierland shop offline, and no reopening date has been set.

Disney Plans Dock Expansion at Bay Lake Service Marina
A new permit reveals Disney is adding floating docks that would grow the North Service Area Marina by roughly 1,400 square feet.
Real-time ride waits for all 7 major Orlando parks, updated every few minutes.

Miami's Sargassum Surge Could Become Fish Food and Fertilizer
University of Miami researchers are exploring whether black soldier fly larvae can turn beach sargassum into useful products.

Clearwater Beach Cracks Tripadvisor's 2026 Global Top 20
The Gulf Coast gem landed 17th worldwide and is the only Florida beach on this year's global list.

Sanibel Island Ranks 3rd Safest Beach in the U.S.
A new study of 500 U.S. beaches put four Florida destinations on the safest list — with Sanibel leading the pack.

Indian River County: Florida's Low-Key Retirement Gem
Tucked between Orlando and West Palm Beach, Indian River County offers uncrowded beaches, fresh seafood, and wide-open parks at a gentler pace.

Wakulla Springs: Old Florida's Best-Kept Natural Secret
Just south of Tallahassee, one of the world's deepest freshwater springs offers manatees, gator sightings, and riverboat rides for about $8.

3 Locals Picks for an Alcohol-Free Day in Miami
A vintage shop owner on Bird Road mapped out a perfect sober day — from Coral Gables to Key Biscayne.

SpaceX Launch Could Paint a 'Space Jellyfish' Over Florida
A predawn Starlink mission from Cape Canaveral could treat early risers to a rare glowing jellyfish effect in the sky.

SpaceX Falcon Booster Eyes Record 37th Flight From Cape Canaveral
Booster B1067 is set to fly for the 37th time, adding 29 more Starlink satellites to an already massive constellation.

SpaceX Sends 29 Starlink Satellites Aloft from Cape Canaveral
A Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Complex 40 at 11:14 a.m. on August 21, 2026.

Fright Flight: Disney Springs' Spooky Drink Flight Reviewed
Splitsville's Bamboo Bar is pouring a four-cocktail Halloween flight for $29 through the end of October.

Disney's Contemporary Resort Has a Halloween Cupcake Worth the Trip
The Spiced Pumpkin Cupcake at Contempo Cafe is a $6.79 Halloween treat that delivers on both flavor and fun.

Ravenclaw Blueberry Linzer Cookie Lands at Leaky Cauldron
The fourth and final Hogwarts house cookie has arrived at Diagon Alley — here's how it stacks up.

Sebring Soda Festival Earns Six SUNsational Awards
The Greater Sebring Chamber of Commerce took home six awards at the Florida Festivals & Events Association's 32nd annual conference.

Orlando Health's 'Sip & Screen' Events Make Mammograms Easy This Fall
Three Central Florida hospitals are hosting mammogram events with mocktails and snacks through October.

What to Do This Week in Miami (August 24-30)
From sober day trips to Rick Ross and wellness festivals, Miami has something for everyone right now.

When to Check the Royal Caribbean App Before You Sail
A cruise veteran's timeline for using the Royal Caribbean app to score better prices, earlier boarding, and must-have reservations.

Which Cruise Line Has the Best Water Coaster at Sea?
Four high-seas thrill rides compared — here's how the numbers stack up before you book.

Disney Cruise Line Deals: Save Up to $1,500 This Fall
Book by August 30 and save up to $500 per guest on select Disney Cruise Line sailings.

Creek Ranch Is Now a Wild, Fishable Slice of Central Florida
A $36.1 million state purchase turned a former cattle ranch into 1,342 acres of connected habitat and year-round fishing.

Giant Hammerhead Shark Hunts Ray at Panama City Beach
Video from July 30 shows a great hammerhead corralling a spotted eagle ray just yards from shore.

This Former Ranch Between Orlando and Fort Myers Is Now Public Wilderness
Creek Ranch WMA near Lake Hatchineha offers fishing, hiking, and wildlife spotting on 1,300+ acres of protected Central Florida land.

SeaWorld Preschool Card 2026: Free Admission Guide for Florida Families
Florida kids 5 and under can score unlimited free admission to four theme parks — here's exactly how the program works.

Disney World Military Discount 2026: Armed Forces Salute Guide
Everything U.S. military families need to know about 2026 Disney World ticket options, eligibility, blockout dates, hotel savings, and whether the new year-long pass beats a regular Annual Pass.

5 Family Hotels in Orlando Worth Booking Right Now
From Westgate's pirate water parks to Disney's Skyliner hub, here's where Orlando families actually want to sleep.

Orange Bird Swarovski Figure Lands at Magic Kingdom for $8,900
The crystal-encrusted collectible took more than 60 hours to make and is limited to just 250 pieces worldwide.

Monstropolis Show to Replace Muppet Vision 3D in 2027
Disney has revealed concept art and details for 'Welcome to Monstropolis,' the new live show replacing Muppet Vision 3D.

18 Walt Disney World Spots Currently Closed — What to Know
From permanent land removals to resort construction, here's what guests won't find open on their next WDW visit.