Awesome-Con: A Full Weekend of Fandom and Fun in Washington D.C.

Awesome-Con 2024 brought together fans of comics, sci-fi, gaming, and pop culture for a weekend packed with cosplay, collectibles, and immersive experiences at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. From an incredible exhibitor floor and artist alley to roaming droids and a star-studded celebrity guest list, the event was a dream for collectors and creatives alike. If you’re curious about what makes this convention stand out, we’ve got the full breakdown of what to expect!

Why Every Disney World Fan Should Visit Disneyland

Think you’ve experienced all that Disney has to offer just because you’ve been to Walt Disney World? Think again—Disneyland offers a completely different kind of magic, with more unique attractions, a relaxed atmosphere, and spontaneous character interactions that make every visit feel special. From the incredible food scene at Disney California Adventure to the historic charm of Walt’s original park, here’s why every Disney World fan should make the trip to Anaheim at least once.

A Nightmare After Christmas at Laurel’s House of Horror!

For most, the holiday season brings an end to the spooky season…but for Laurel's House of Horror, there’s always a little bit of scary to go hand-in-hand with the merry. This home-grown haunt rang in the holiday season with a traditionally chilling twist, pulling together a spectacular holiday experience with its 2024 “Christmas Nightmare” event…so of course, we had to bring back Tim’s holiday character, Twinkle Coldstone, to mark the occasion!

Holiday Magic at Busch Gardens' Christmas Town

One of our favorite places to celebrate the holiday season is Busch Gardens Williamsburg, and we were thrilled to make our return to this award-winning park for Christmas Town 2024. The park boasts over 10 million twinkling lights on display, nearly a dozen live performances, character meets including the jolly ol’ elf himself, all in addition to world-class rides, coasters and experiences!

Creepy Christmas Returns to Lancaster, PA!

If you're looking for a unique holiday experience that combines festive cheer with spine-chilling thrills, Field of Screams in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, has you covered! 2024’s event introduced the Haunted Slayride which literally shook up the usual lineup of haunted attractions, adding it to indoor attractions like the Den of Darkness and Frightmare Asylum. Creepy Christmas includes all the traditional spooky elements that Field of Screams is known for, but with a holiday twist!

Christmas Candylane 2024 at Hersheypark!

Season’s Greetings from the Sweetest Place on Earth! We’ve taken to formally kicking off our holiday season with a late November visit to Hersheypark for their annual Christmas Candylane event, and we were excited to continue that tradition this year. Normally, we plan a “snack crawl” that takes us all over the park for both sweet and savory seasonal treats. This year, however, the savory offerings seemed to be more limited…so we instead built an itinerary around the events, the characters and the experiences offered throughout the park.

Our Surprise Day at Disney's Hollywood Studios!

When we were planning our itinerary for our summer trip to Orlando, Disney’s Hollywood Studios was not on our radar. Although Disney’s Hollywood Studios isn’t our favorite of the four Walt Disney World parks, it does have some of our favorite attractions - including MuppetVision 3D, Tower of Terror, Rise of the Resistance and more…so we were excited to be able to spend an impromptu day at the park!

Thrills and Chills Return to Hersheypark for Dark Nights 2024!

If you’re a fan of the spooky, the scary or the darkest side of dark chocolate…look no further for your Halloween fix than Hersheypark Dark Nights! This park-hosted scare event delivers a thrilling, immersive experience that has only grown in scale and intensity since its debut. With five haunted houses, including the highly anticipated Estate of Evil, three scare zones and a wide array of seasonal snacks and merchandise, Dark Nights continued to expand and impress in 2024!

We Survived Our First Visit to Pennhurst Asylum!

Long before we became the tried-and-true haunt enthusiasts that we are today, we had heard more than once about the legendary haunt experience at Pennhurst Asylum in Spring City, PA. After finally visiting this property for the first time this past October, we’re giving you a complete rundown of everything that you need to know to prepare for a future visit of your own!

Is Halloween Horror Nights Better in Hollywood?

For nearly three decades, banners saying ‘Halloween Horror Nights’ have been raised at not one but two different theme parks in North America - one in Orlando, FL, and the other in Hollywood, CA. So, which campus puts on the best version of Halloween Horror Nights? To make that determination, let’s take a look at the seven deadly things that make HHN the event that it is on both coasts.

Our First Experience at Discovery Cove!

Directly across the street from Seaworld Orlando lies a tropical hideaway where dozens of aquatic and avian animal species are allowed to run, play and interact with guests under the watchful eyes of the resort staff. We had never been to Discovery Cove, an all-inclusive day resort, until the summer of 2024 - and after visiting for the first time, we couldn’t wait to share our experience!

Our Aqua-mazing Day at Seaworld Orlando!

It’s been some time since our last visit to Seaworld Orlando, and despite the bad weather that was brewing, we were determined to make it out to this aqua-mazing park and claim the two brand-new roller coaster credits that lay waiting for us. If you’ve never been to Seaworld Orlando, we’re here to give you a long list of reasons why you should make it a part of your next Central Florida vacation!

Our Perfect Day at EPCOT!

One does not simply sleep in on the first day of a Walt Disney World vacation; as it happened, we were ready to hit the ground running, and our first gate was the Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow…more conventionally known as EPCOT. Joined by our friend Frances, a fellow creator and Florida local, we took on almost every attraction and a number of first-time experiences at this Disney park in one single, perfect day!