Life in the
Single Rider Lane

Place Cachee Statue, Epic Universe, Wizarding World

A Year of Firsts, and the Things We Almost Missed

Unicorn poop and Merlin’s beard! Where did 2025 go? I blinked, and it’s over already! The first anniversary of this blog came and went,[…]

The fire-breathing dragon at Diagon Alley, Universal Studios Orlando, Florida

Creating Christmas Magic: A Holiday Guide for Couples, Solos, and Families

There’s something about theme parks during the holidays that feels a little softer, a little sweeter—like the whole world takes a deep breath and[…]

Scream Smarter: How to Conquer Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando

It’s that gloriously gory time of year again. On the heels of summer, Halloween Horror Nights season is creeping closer, and if you’re planning[…]

Image of Diagon Alley Dragon

Single Rider Secrets: Top 5 Magical Secrets You Didn’t Know About Diagon Alley

Recently, a bestie asked me to divulge all of my favorite theme park secrets. I have so many secrets I’m eager to share, so[…]

IOA Lagoon as viewed from the Jurassic Park Bridge

Single Rider Essentials for a Fun (and Comfortable) Day at the Parks

Visiting a theme park is a thrilling adventure, but it can also be challenging if you’re not prepared. Packing the right essentials can make[…]

London Park, Universal Studios Orlando, Florida

New Year Reflections on Love, Loss, and Hope

This blog is going to have a different tone compared to the others you will find here. Why? Because the topic is of a[…]

The wave pool at the base of the volcano at Volcano Bay.

A Solo Day at Volcano Bay

The last time I visited a water park, the year began with 19. I was in middle school, and we visited Wild Waters Waterpark[…]

Model of Epic Universe at the Preview Center in Citywalk.

Get ready for something… Epic!

Epic Universe! – Universal’s highly-anticipated fourth park in Orlando, Florida – is expected to open in the summer of 2025, and this author couldn’t[…]

The Single Rider entrance to the Mummy ride.

What is a Single Rider?

In the simplest terms, a single rider is an individual who fills an empty seat on an amusement ride. On many rides, the single[…]