Ben F. Silverio
Expertise
Disney Parks, Roadtrips, Offbeat Attractions
- Thanks to family members formerly in the airline industry, Ben has been lucky enough to be traveling around America since he was very young. He was one of those kids escorted on and off the plane by flight attendants.
- Ben traveled to a number of European countries to learn about different cultures as a teenager thanks to the People 2 People Student Ambassador Program. He returned to the continent in college to study abroad in London, England and explore even more European cities.
- Back in America, Ben has driven from Philadelphia, PA to Los Angeles, CA (with a six-year break in Chicago, IL), as well as up and down both coasts. As a result, he has seen some of the most interesting roadside attractions, local landmarks, and pop culture locations that this country has to offer.
Experience
Ben F. Silverio is a pop culture enthusiast originally from Philadelphia, PA that loves storytelling in all forms. In his decade-plus career, he has used his skills all over the internet as a journalist, critic, editor, and social media ninja to craft nearly 4,000 news articles and editorials for the likes of /Film, Wrestling Inc, ScienceFiction.com, the Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival, and GeekAnything.com. In addition to film and television, Ben is a fan of professional wrestling, superhero comic books, Disney theme parks, and being an advocate for representation in media.
Education
Ben attended Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA to learn the ins and outs of filmmaking both in front of the camera and behind the scenes. After completing an internship with Rain Management Group, he graduated in 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Screenwriting and Playwriting with a minor in Television Production.
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Stories By Ben F. Silverio
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Older generations will typically say that you should just go out and strike up a conversation with someone. It's what's known as the "old-fashioned way" now.
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While it's easy to get drawn in by Disney's fireworks display, there are some key advantages to skipping the show during your next visit to one of the parks.
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Some Disney fans on TikTok have been sharing a hack that they say can get you an extra ride at the park. But it's rude - and worse, it could get you banned.
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Shooting movies on the West Coast has been common practice since the dawning of Hollywood. So you may not be surprised by the most filmed beach in the U.S.
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Luckily, the Disneyland and Walt Disney World resorts offer a number of options to eat at various price points that often don't require a reservation.
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Are you ready for a sugar and adrenaline rush? This amusement park has attractions for the whole family — whether you like roller coasters or water rides.
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The only downside to a long road trip is the very early start time. Here's a simple trick that will make the morning of your trip run a lot more smoothly.
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Are you planning to visit Walt Disney World? If you're going to "The Most Magical Place On Earth," make sure to properly prepare in case of a rainy day.