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Out of the Loop: Legoland announces water park

By Andy Guinigundo Carlsbad, Calif. – Several months ago, Legoland confirmed rumors that a water park was being added to the Legoland Resort in Carlsbad, north of San Diego. At that time other than the confirmation, no further details were released. Recently, at their yearly conference for media and invited guests, they finally presented the…

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Detailed look at the upcoming Sesame Street Safari of Fun at Busch Gardens

This spring, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will welcome families to an all-new, Sesame Street-themed play land. Sesame Street Safari of Fun will be filled with kid-size rides, water fun, shows and adventures that celebrate the spirit of Africa. “This new attraction is going to be unlike anything families have encountered before, with unique African-inspired costumes…

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Disney World wait times and more now available via text message – with limits

In addition to Disney’s new mobile phone app for Verizon customers we previously told you about, and their m.disneyworld.com mobile formatted site for all phones with Web browsers, they’re now offering a way to get wait times, hours and more via a simple text message. Anyone with a U.S. mobile phone can join the free…

SeaWorld helping to warm up 'cold-stunned' sea turtles

SeaWorld Orlando rescues "cold stunned" sea turtlesWatch this video on YouTube The Arctic blast that has most of the country in a frigid vice grip is also taking its toll on endangered sea turtles. Since Jan. 6, nearly 100 “cold-stunned” sea turtles from Florida to North Carolina have taken shelter at SeaWorld Orlando’s Rescue and…

Otronicon video game showcase returning to Science Center this weekend

Otronicon is a celebration of interactive technology using video games to demonstrate the future of how we live, learn, work and play. The event returns to the Orlando Science Center this Friday, Jan. 15 through Monday, Jan. 18. The event focuses on a few key areas: • Larger than life video game experiences • State…

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Dates and concerts for Mardi Gras 2010 at Universal Studios announced

On Feb. 6, Universal Orlando Resort will kick off its 15th year of Mardi Gras – the biggest and most authentic Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans. Guests will experience the spirit of Bourbon St. in the heart of Universal Studios, with festivities including live concerts, authentic Cajun cuisine, a parade and tons of…

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Photos/video of the Muppets pre-parade cavalcade at Magic Kingdom

You can now see the Muppets characters Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy and Sweetums, along with parade dancers and special floats and vehicles daily at the Magic Kingdom. The Honorary VoluntEARS Cavalcade steps off minutes before each afternoon’s Celebrate a Dream Come True parade. Disney hopes to inspire families to volunteer in their communities during…