Opportunities Reprised
The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
It’s been over 15 years since my last visit to Walt Disney World in Orlando, so this weekend’s trip looks to be both a fun family vacation as well as a chance to make up for lost time. The Magic Kingdom is always enjoyable, but because many of the attractions are the same as at Disneyland in Anaheim, I’ll probably get a Park Hopper ticket to also check out Epcot and the Hollywood Studios. Without a doubt, the one ride I am looking forward to experiencing is The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror. It opened in 1994 and as a longtime fan of the TV series, I’ve been waiting patiently for my chance to ride the ghastly elevator inside the haunted hotel. The nearby Universal Orlando Resort has an all-new The Simpsons Ride inside Universal Studios Florida but also Spider-Man and Jurassic Park attractions inside their Islands of Adventure, so a multi-park pass is pretty much mandatory here also.
One event I’m a little sad to be missing while I’m away is the 6th annual Joshua Tree Music Festival. Held in Joshua Tree National Park 130 miles east of Los Angeles, this musical convergence features performances from artists such as Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk, Ghostland Observatory, JJ Grey & Mofro, Zilla, Dubconscious, and Eric McFadden Trio with Bernie Worrell over its three day span. I’ve yet to attend, and this year continues that unfortunate trend, but I’ve heard nothing but good things from those who have gone in the past. Surrounded by Earth’s natural beauty, it looks like an excellent location to camp out with friends and soak in the diverse selection of bands. If you’re in Southern California and looking for something to do, my first recommendation would be a road trip to Joshua Tree. Thanks for stopping by at My Wear & Tear; be sure to come back and refresh with us next week!
The rugged scenery of Joshua Tree National Park
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