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LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. – A man was arrested at Disney’s Magic Kingdom this week after a witness said they heard the man slamming a child in a bathroom stall. Justin Taylor, 38, was arrested on Monday by Orange County deputies. According to an arrest affidavit, the witness...

A 46-year-old Orlando man is facing a felony charge after investigators say he fled on foot from a crash on Clarcona Road that left a 37-year-old man dead. Jason Salustro was arrested Tuesday night after Orange County Sheriff's deputies and state troopers found him about a mile from the crash scene near the intersectio

The secret’s out! Orlando Weekly’s hungriest readers have cast their votes in the annual Best of Orlando® Readers Poll to decide which eateries around town take the cake. Here are your and your neighbors’ favorite restaurants to chow down on all the flavors the city has to offer. The post Orlando’s best restaurants of

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Red Lobster has brought back its endless shrimp promotion. And it's going on now, for a limited time. The seafood restaurant, headquartered in Orlando, closed restaurants around the country in 2024, including 17 in Florida. Order Red Lobster using DoorDash As of Aug. 19, there are 34 Red Lobsters in Florida, and all ar

There’s something thrilling about feeling the wind in your hair while skimming across glassy water, not quite knowing what’s around the bend. Maybe it’s the splash of something scaly in the reeds or the rustle of wings overhead—but every second out here feels alive. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to explore Florida the wild way, this place has your name written all over it.

Tucked away in the lush heart of Apopka, Florida, there’s a place where glassy spring water winds through ancient cypress trees and wild Florida feels close enough to touch. Welcome to King’s Landing, a hidden gem that’s quickly become a must-do for paddlers, photographers, and nature lovers who want an easy escape into Florida’s wilder side.

Tucked just north of Tampa, there’s a spot where turquoise waters shimmer like the Caribbean and beach chairs are calling your name—even if you never left Pasco County. Welcome to Epperson Lagoon, the first-of-its-kind man-made crystal lagoon in the U.S., and quite possibly the most unexpected beach day you’ll have inland.

Looking for a day out that feels equal parts adventure, relaxation, and surprise? Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens is a not-so-hidden gem where you can wander among towering giraffes, watch playful otters splash around, and stroll through vibrant botanical gardens—all in one sun-soaked visit. It’s a place where nature and imagination intertwine, inviting you to experience wildlife up close while soaking in the beauty of Florida’s landscapes.

There’s a gas station in North Florida where folks line up not for fuel, but for fudge. A place where clean bathrooms are talked about with near-religious reverence. If you're driving along US Highway 129 in Live Oak and spot the bright yellow signs of Busy Bee, do yourself a favor—pull over and explore one of the quirkiest, most lovable roadside stops in the South.