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11 years 2 months

Name

Amy Ziese

Location

Indianapolis, IN

Country

United States

Biography

I'm a full time freelance writer and former resident of Orlando, Florida. In the early 2000's I did two stints as a Disney CP, then joined the full-time ranks of Disney Cast Members. During my time at Disney I worked in all four theme parks at least once. Today I enjoy traveling around the country, experiencing and writing about all manner of destinations, both theme parks and beyond.

Articles by Amy Ziese:

5 Awesome Universal Orlando Restaurants that are Easy to Miss

Universal Orlando has a few standout restaurants that everyone knows about, but some of the tastiest spots on property receive little hype.

4 Awesome FREE Activities You Have to Try at Walt Disney World: Interactive Games

If you’re looking for something fun to do at Walt Disney World that won’t drain your wallet, you’ll find a surprising number of options available to you.

8 Things to Know About Disney’s Rider Switch vs. Universal’s Child Swap

If you’re travelling to Walt Disney World or the Universal Orlando Resort with a small child, you’ll inevitably come across the question of what to do when the child is too small for an attraction but the rest of your party wants to ride.

The 8 Best "Comfort Food" Meals Money Can Buy at Walt Disney World

If you’re at Walt Disney World craving something warm, hearty, and a little sinful, you’ll find plenty of options that fit the bill. The next time you’re craving comfort food for dinner, try these options.

Beyond Disney: 4 Great Things to Do at WonderWorks in Orlando

If you're tired of limiting yourself to Walt Disney World, take a look at some of Orlando's other quirky attractions.

8 Lesser-Known Character Spots to Discover at Walt Disney World

If you know where to look, you’ll find character meet and greets all over Walt Disney World. Many of these have little to no wait so you can fill your autograph book in record time. Check out these easily overlooked highlights.

8 Hidden Secrets You Probably Missed at Universal's Islands of Adventure: Seuss Landing

If you look carefully, you’ll see that every last detail of Islands of Adventure's Seuss Landing is themed around a character from a real story.

8 Character Experiences You Have to Check Out at the Universal Orlando Resort

Fill out your autograph collection and get some unforgettable photos by scoping out these fantastic character spots in Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.

5 Walt Disney World Resorts that Transport You Far From Florida

Thanks to these richly themed resorts, you can head to Walt Disney World but experience a vacation that often feels as though you’re somewhere else entirely.

5 Inconvenient Things Disney Cast Members Deal With That You’ll Never See

Life as a Disney Cast Member has plenty of perks, from free admission to the theme parks to access to Cast Member-only stores. As with any job, however, there are the occasional drawbacks as well.

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