We previously told you about this year’s rock theme for Busch Gardens’ scary Howl-O-Scream Halloween event. Since then officials have been releasing more clues via the HOSInsider Twitter account and Facebook account. Now the band behind the theme has been announced. A visit to MyXRocks.com takes you to Tampa’s Howl-O-Scream website where you’ll be introduced [...]

By Audrey Brown This month’s Retro Orlando is a bit more broad than usual. I typically try to take a look back at rides I can remember with perfect clarity, detail for detail. But I stumbled across some old vacation pictures that got me thinking about Busch Gardens. I tried and tried to come up [...]

The Summer 2010 issue is now available. Subscribers should receive their copy and the issue should be available at Barnes & Noble, Borders and Books-A-Million book stores nationwide within the next few weeks. Here are some of the stories you’ll read in the latest issue: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter This most anticipated new [...]

Not many details are revealed but Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has updated their Howl-O-Scream Web site for 2010′s event. From the graphics on the site (seen above), it appears this year’s theme will be one of going to a rock concert. It lists it as one of the “most electrifying” ever. One can only assume [...]

Overseas guests stuck in the area because of the Icelandic volcanic ash don’t have to just sit at the airport. They can take a ride on the new Omaka Rocka slide in Aquatica, fly on Manta at SeaWorld or check out the new Sesame Street Safari of Fun area at Busch Gardens for free. SeaWorld [...]

Animal Expert Jack Hanna is making his yearly return to SeaWorld this weekend. He’ll be holding animal talks and will be a part of a special breakfast. He’ll also be appearing at Busch Gardens from April 22 to 25. His shows at the parks are free with admission. On April 16, 17 and 18, his [...]

Beginning today, Busch Gardens is welcoming families to an all-new, Sesame Street-themed, sunny, funny play land featuring Elmo, Big Bird and all their friends. Located the former Land of the Dragons, Sesame Street Safari of Fun is twice as big and filled with kid-size rides, water fun, shows and adventures that celebrate the spirit of [...]

SeaWorld and Busch Gardens will turn up the heat with the Viva La Música concert series each weekend in March. Viva La Música is a Hispanic event that blends live performances from award-winning Latin artists with “el sabor” (the flavor) of the heritage. In addition to the music, the event will including authentic Latin cuisine [...]

By Chris Ollendorf Are you or someone in your family serving in the military? Do you or they have an urge to visit a theme park? Well then you’re in luck. Here are just two of many great offers to help you out. Hi. My Name is Chris Ollendorf and I will be writing about [...]

Have you ever wondered how much concentration it takes for someone like Jack Hanna or Julie Scardina to do a television interview while holding a cute but squirmy animal? How do you focus on what you’re saying when you’ve got an owl monkey nuzzling your neck or a bush baby climbing on your head? The [...]

Editor’s Note: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 2010 – We’ve just been notified that LeeAnn Rimes has canceled. The Zac Brown Band will perform in her place at 3 p.m. at SeaWorld tomorrow. It’s a musical weekend in Central Florida. You have your choice between three big name musical acts as three different theme parks kick [...]

By Andy Guinigundo As I was scouring the Internet for stories for the recently released Winter issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine, I came across a press release announcing the closing of a fan favorite at Bush Gardens in Williamsburg, Va., the Big Bad Wolf. The press release was a few months old, July 24, 2009, [...]

The Real Music Concert Series continues at Busch Gardens Thursdays through Saturdays with big band, pop and rock ‘n roll from some of music’s most memorable eras. In January, classic sounds of the ‘30s and ‘40s big-band era were featured. The last of this series runs today through Saturday with The Tommy Dorsey Orchestra. Then, [...]

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and its waterpark, Adventure Island, are now featured in Street View on Google Maps. Virtual visits are now available to all 10 SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment locations, including the SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego; Discovery Cove, a swim-with-dolphins resort, and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s waterpark, both in Orlando; Busch [...]

The 2009 Daytona 500 champion Matt Kenseth visited Busch Gardens Tampa Bay recently to test his strength in a tug-of-war with a bengal tiger and hand-feed giraffes on the parks Serengeti Plain. Kenseth drives the No. 17 Crown Royal Ford for Roush Fenway Racing and is getting ready to defend his victory in NASCARs most [...]

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 [...]

There’s a lot going on for New Year’s Eve, but not all of the parks will be having special events or fireworks at midnight. Here’s a list of the special New Year’s Eve events. But be warned that it’s the busiest day of the year and many of the parks may close when they reach [...]

Now that the SeaWorld Parks are no longer associated with Anheuser-Busch, they’re offering some deals on the remaining Anheuser-Busch merchandise they have left. Most of the SeaWorld Parks have shipped their Anheuser-Busch merchandise to Busch Gardens in Tampa. The sale is taking place in the Kenya Canteen Pavilion. There you’ll find apparel, hats, glassware, collectables [...]

Now that SeaWorld and Busch Gardens aren’t associated with Budweiser anymore, the former Bud & BBQ event for 2010 will be renamed Bands, Brew & BBQ. Bands, Brew & BBQ will be held each Saturday at SeaWorld and Sunday in Busch Gardens during February 2010. Just like the new name says, the parks will feature [...]

December is one of the best times to visit Orlando. Even though there’s no real snow, you’re sure to be able to get into the Christmas spirit with all of the festivities. Whether want to visit the Grinch, go ice skating, see thousands of dancing holiday lights, Orlando has you covered. Here are the events [...]