Orlando & Tripadvisor Unveil ‘Common Ground’: A Star-Studded YouTube Series
Visit Orlando and Tripadvisor have joined forces to introduce Common Ground: Orlando Edition, an engaging new YouTube series. This series features celebrities who share the best of Orlando through spontaneous, genuine dialogues. Moreover, viewers stand a chance to win a $15,000 dream vacation to the city.
The series, announced on September 1, 2026, is a brainchild of Tripadvisor’s creative studio, Wanderlab. This marks the first destination-specific content partnership between the platform and Visit Orlando. The launch includes three episodes, each boasting a star-studded cast:
- Brazilian soccer icon Ricardo Kaká and Orlando Pride defender Rafaelle Souza delve into the city’s sports culture.
- *NSYNC member Joey Fatone and celebrity chef Richard Blais explore Orlando’s culinary scene, featuring venues like Universal Orlando Resort and Four Flamingos restaurant.
- Broadway sensation Michael James Scott and the Valentine Brothers celebrate the city’s arts and culture.
As per Tripadvisor’s 2026 Trendcast Report, connection, experience, and humanized hospitality are the key factors influencing travel today. This series aims to embody these values. Additionally, viewers can participate in the related sweepstakes for a chance to win an eight-night Orlando vacation for two. This includes round-trip airfare, hotel stay, a vacation planning session, and theme park funds — a prize package worth $15,000. The sweepstakes will run until December 31, 2026.
Source: Visit Orlando Official Press Release – September 1, 2026