The Florida Buzz
Florida news, planning tools, and original guides
Timely Sunshine State updates plus practical Disney tools, planning guides, the Buzz Board, and Geno’s Florida Buzz: Disney podcast.
In-depth Florida planning pages researched and bylined by Gene Zentko.
Big Cypress ORV Permit: Inspection, Rules & Trail Access
What every ATV, UTV, 4x4, swamp buggy and airboat operator needs before entering Big Cypress backcountry trails.
Wakulla Springs Boat Tour: Tickets, Times & Wildlife
How to reserve the river cruise, what it costs, and how to give yourself the best chance of memorable wildlife sightings.
Disney World Single Rider 2026: Every Ride & When It Helps
A practical guide to Disney World’s five current Single Rider options, when the shortcut is worthwhile and why your group will split up.
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Florida Buzz: Disney
Florida Buzz: Disney is your place for real conversations about Walt Disney World. Hosted by Geno, a lifelong Disney World visitor who first experienced Magic Kingdom at 18 months old, the show brings decades of park perspective to today’s news — new attractions, announcements, prices, restaurants, resorts, and the little things longtime fans notice. Pull up a chair and join the conversation. Presented by TheFloridaBuzz.com.
Latest episode
Magic Kingdom’s New Charmed Pieces — Should Haunted Mansion Get a Nightmare Overlay?
Recent episodes
- Magic Kingdom’s New Charmed Pieces — Should Haunted Mansion Get a Nightmare Overlay?
- Is Jollywood Nights’ Food Worth the Price? Plus Disney World Late Nights
- What Are Disney World Guests Still Packing Wrong—And What’s New at EPCOT?
- Is Magic Kingdom’s $499 Premier Pass Pushing Lightning Lane Too Far?
- Disney World’s Lightning Lane Price Hike — Worth Paying for a Headliner?
Short, timely updates — each one should point you back to our guides and tools when you need the deeper plan.
7 Disney Cruise Line Policy Changes to Know for 2026
Carry-on alcohol, Palo dining and stateroom-door rules are among the updates affecting Disney Cruise Line guests.
Domu Marks 10 Years at East End Market With Wing Collaboration
Domu and Winter Park Biscuit Co. will serve a one-night menu at East End Market on Nov. 4.
MOSH Raises $100M for Planned Downtown Jacksonville Museum
The Museum of Science & History says it has reached two-thirds of its $150 million campaign goal, with groundbreaking expected in early 2027.
Monstropolis Restroom Sign Replaces Gonzo’s Royal Flush
A former Muppets Courtyard restroom facade now carries a Monsters, Inc.-style joke as Monstropolis construction continues.
Guests Report Missing Effects on Epic Universe’s Monsters Unchained
A social-media video and guest reports describe several reportedly inactive effects on Universal’s Dark Universe ride.
Astro Orbiter to Close Briefly in January 2027
Magic Kingdom’s Astro Orbiter is scheduled to close Jan. 5-7, 2027, with a reopening expected Jan. 8.
Taylor Swift Instrumental Joins Alien Swirling Saucers
An instrumental version of “I Knew It, I Knew You” is now part of the Toy Story Land ride’s music rotation.
Artemis III Core Stage Joins Boosters at Kennedy
NASA has completed the Artemis III rocket’s short-stack configuration inside Kennedy Space Center’s Vehicle Assembly Building.
NASA Reveals 20-Foot Sunshade for NEO Surveyor
The 20-foot structure will cool NASA’s infrared asteroid-hunting telescope while supplying spacecraft power.
SpaceX Pauses Florida Launches for Starship Preparations
SpaceX says its next Florida Falcon 9 launch is at least six weeks away as Starship preparations advance at Kennedy Space Center.
Disney Settles, Drops Resort Tax Cases in Orange County
Settlements set revised just values for Disney’s Grand Floridian and Polynesian resorts, while five other cases were dismissed.
Six Florida Getaways a Travel Writer Returns To
From Anna Maria Island seafood to Orlando parks, these are six Florida stops highlighted by a longtime visitor.
Allegiant, Sun Country Check-In Details at Orlando Airport
Allegiant and Sun Country passengers should use Terminal A counters at Orlando International Airport.
Dangerous Surf, Rip Currents Persist Along Florida’s East Coast
High waves, life-threatening rip currents and coastal flooding are expected to continue through the weekend.
King Tides and Winds Reshape Brevard County Beaches
Strong winds and king tides have brought high surf and significant erosion to Brevard County beaches.
Dangerous Florida East Coast Surf Expected Through Weekend
Rough surf, rip currents, coastal flooding and erosion are forecast to continue along Florida’s Atlantic beaches through the weekend.
Magic Kingdom Reveals 2026 Christmas Party Food Menu
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party begins Nov. 8, with exclusive snacks, meals and drinks at Magic Kingdom.
Six Ravens’ Redrum Coffyn Coming to Disney Springs for Two Days
The limited-edition smoked pork bao will be sold at Disney Springs on Halloween and Nov. 1 only.
7 Burgers to Find Along Disney World’s Skyliner
From Pop Century to Riviera Resort, several Skyliner stops serve distinctive burgers and loaded fries.
Fall Is a Legal Window for Bat Exclusions in Southwest Florida
Wildlife officials say fall is outside maternity season, allowing trained professionals to remove attic bats through exclusions.
FWC TrophyCatch Hall of Fame Ceremony Set for Gainesville
FWC will recognize eight top bass catches from the past season on Nov. 7 at Bass Pro Shops in Gainesville.
Red Tide Bloom Detected in St. Joseph Bay
FWC reported the season’s first bloom-level samples in Gulf County, along with fish kills and respiratory irritation reports.
Disney World Teacher Sweepstakes Offers 2027 Trip for 15 Winners
Eligible U.S. teachers can enter through Jan. 17, 2027, for a Walt Disney World trip scheduled for late April.
Disney Cruise Line Lists New December 2026 VGT Fares
Three discounted Disney Cruise Line verandah-guarantee sailings include departures from Fort Lauderdale and Galveston.
Florida National Parks to Offer Free Entry Tuesday
Florida’s national parks will waive admission fees Tuesday, Oct. 27, for Theodore Roosevelt’s birthday.
Bluey, Monsters Inc. Join Disney Springs Tree Stroll
Disney Springs' 2026 Christmas Tree Stroll runs Nov. 11 through Jan. 3 with new Bluey and Monsters, Inc. trees.
Orlando Farm-to-Table Panel Set for Nov. 11
Farmers and chefs will discuss local food systems at the Emeril Lagasse Foundation Kitchen House in College Park.
Disney Jollywood Nights Sets 2026 Fireworks and Sing-Along Times
Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ separately ticketed holiday event has set times for its fireworks and sing-along.
Disney Fantasy Halloween Cruise Sails From Port Canaveral
The five-night Halloween on the High Seas sailing visited Castaway Cay and Cozumel before returning to sea.
Rough Seas Delay and Reroute Cruises at Florida Ports
Gale-force winds and high swells disrupted calls and embarkation plans at several Florida cruise ports.
Rough Seas Delay Florida Cruise Ships and Change Itineraries
Gale-force winds and high swells have delayed ships at Florida ports and forced changes to several Bahamas itineraries.