http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:12:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/photo-finds-a-look-at-legoland-floridas-miniland-and-the-brevard-zoo/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/photo-finds-a-look-at-legoland-floridas-miniland-and-the-brevard-zoo/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 21:09:18 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11473 By Kevin Yee We have two brief updates as Photo Finds brings you a collection of pictures from Legoland and the Brevard Zoo. In Legoland, the emphasis is on the (now-removed) holiday decorations, with special attention given to all the Santas, elves, and reindeer added to Miniland (miniature cities built of brick). At the Brevard [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/photo-finds-a-look-at-legoland-floridas-miniland-and-the-brevard-zoo/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:29:08 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11422 This year’s Mardi Gras celebration at Universal Studios is bringing some of the biggest names in music to Orlando. Besides the headliners, on Saturdays and select nights starting Feb. 11 through April 14, Mardi Gras includes New Orleans authentic food, a parade and bands. Some of the headline artists performing on the Music Plaza Stage [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/kelly-clarkson-cyndi-lauper-among-top-acts-performing-at-universals-mardi-gras-2012/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/a-look-at-how-epcot-celebrated-new-years-eve-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/a-look-at-how-epcot-celebrated-new-years-eve-2011/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 15:32:26 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11250 New Year’s Eve at Epcot is always a blast! This year there were four DJ parties, two fireworks shows and one enormous park-wide party! Let’s start with a highlights video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=1OCFszo57SE It’s a very busy day, and the space near the monorail station becomes the “Journey Grass” parking lot. Additional grassy areas are also used [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/a-look-at-how-epcot-celebrated-new-years-eve-2011/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/a-look-at-new-years-eve-preparations-at-epcot-and-magic-kingdom-celebrating-twice/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/a-look-at-new-years-eve-preparations-at-epcot-and-magic-kingdom-celebrating-twice/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2011 15:29:14 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11201 Here’s a quick photo update to show what New Year’s Eve preparations were in progress on Dec. 30, 2011. The Magic Kingdom celebrates New Year’s two nights in a row. Above is the stage in China at Epcot, prepared for the party. The party stage is where the acrobats normally perform, so they move indoors, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/a-look-at-new-years-eve-preparations-at-epcot-and-magic-kingdom-celebrating-twice/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/22/orlando-attractions-show-episode-55/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/22/orlando-attractions-show-episode-55/#comments Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:37:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11094 This week’s holiday theme park and attraction news is brought to you by hosts Mike Carr and Heather Leonardi. In this episode: • Epcot Candlelight Processional • News in the Queue: Bands, Brew & BBQ; Four Seasons at Disney World; Kids fest at SeaWorld; Universal construction updates • Now Snowing Nightly in Celebration • Travel [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/22/orlando-attractions-show-episode-55/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/18/out-of-the-loop-skateboarding-legend-flips-the-switch-on-legoland-california-christmas/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/18/out-of-the-loop-skateboarding-legend-flips-the-switch-on-legoland-california-christmas/#comments Sun, 18 Dec 2011 17:26:21 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10990 By Andy Guinigundo The days following Thanksgiving each year mark the time when the Christmas season begins full-force. The Monday following Thanksgiving, Legoland California had its annual first lighting ceremony for the largest Lego Christmas Tree in the world. While Legoland Florida celebrates its first Christmas, Legoland California wraps up 12 seasons with its 9th [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/18/out-of-the-loop-skateboarding-legend-flips-the-switch-on-legoland-california-christmas/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/13/photo-finds-seaworld-orlando-christmas-and-new-nativity-show-dec-13-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/13/photo-finds-seaworld-orlando-christmas-and-new-nativity-show-dec-13-2011/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:08:46 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10970 By Kevin Yee Photo Finds this week returns with a tour around SeaWorld Orlando, looking at area decorations, the Sea of Trees show, the Shamu show “Miracles”, the sea lion holiday show, and the new show in the Nautilus theater, “O Wondrous Night: The Greatest Story Never Told”. It’s the nativity story, told with gospel-style [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/13/photo-finds-seaworld-orlando-christmas-and-new-nativity-show-dec-13-2011/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/09/kennedy-space-center-celebrates-its-first-ever-holidays-in-space/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/09/kennedy-space-center-celebrates-its-first-ever-holidays-in-space/#comments Fri, 09 Dec 2011 20:35:28 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10888 Celebrate the season as the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex presents its first-ever “Holidays in Space.” Learn and celebrate the holiday traditions of each of the ISS international partners: Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and United States. Special holiday activities include: Space Skating Rink: Bring [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/09/kennedy-space-center-celebrates-its-first-ever-holidays-in-space/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/santa-and-an-olympian-help-light-legoland-floridas-first-brickmas-tree/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/santa-and-an-olympian-help-light-legoland-floridas-first-brickmas-tree/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 18:20:09 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10864 Legoland Florida celebrated the start of their first holiday event at the new park yesterday. USA Olympic medalist David Oliver threw the switch to light the Lego Christmas tree. Oliver was joined by Legoland Florida General Manager Adrian Jones in front of the 30-foot-tall tree made from 270,000 Duplo and Lego bricks. After Olympic Hurdler [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/santa-and-an-olympian-help-light-legoland-floridas-first-brickmas-tree/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:45:58 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10786 An annual tradition is the broadcast of the Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade. The show is taped in advance at Magic Kingdom and Disneyland Park, and it’s always great fun to spot production in progress in various locations across the resort.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/photos-and-videos-from-disney-parks-christmas-day-parade-production/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/01/seaworld-parks-giving-away-a-prize-a-day-through-christmas/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/01/seaworld-parks-giving-away-a-prize-a-day-through-christmas/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:40:11 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10782 Today through Christmas, SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment is celebrating the spirit of giving with “25 Days of Giveaways”. During the promotion, a different prize will be awarded every day, culminating with a $25,000 giveaway on Christmas Day. Entrants can win behind-the scenes animal adventures at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens including a Serengeti Safari ride with [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/01/seaworld-parks-giving-away-a-prize-a-day-through-christmas/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/snow-themed-activities-at-the-nickelodeon-suites-resort-for-the-holidays/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/snow-themed-activities-at-the-nickelodeon-suites-resort-for-the-holidays/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:18:29 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10678 Nickelodeon Suites Resort’s second annual “Let It Snow” celebration is underway. The resort’s snowy theme will last until Jan. 2, 2012. Resort guests can enjoy an 80-foot-long Ice Slide, snow falling nightly on the Oasis Pool, Holiday lights that dance to music, Fire Pits and poolside hot chocolate and S’mores. Santa Claus and popular Nickelodeon [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/snow-themed-activities-at-the-nickelodeon-suites-resort-for-the-holidays/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/the-12th-annual-wild-wonderland-returns-to-tampa%e2%80%99s-lowry-park-zoo/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/the-12th-annual-wild-wonderland-returns-to-tampa%e2%80%99s-lowry-park-zoo/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:48:12 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10772 This December the Lowry Park Zoo will transform into a Wild Wonderland. Guests will be able to enjoy festive holiday music, lights, unlimited Zoo rides and real reindeer. Special holiday hours will be from 6:30 to 10 p.m. on Dec. 3, 9-11, 16-23, and 26-31. Holiday décor will light up the Zoo’s pathways. The castle [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/30/the-12th-annual-wild-wonderland-returns-to-tampa%e2%80%99s-lowry-park-zoo/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/27/what-if-epcot-was-decorated-with-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/27/what-if-epcot-was-decorated-with-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights/#comments Sun, 27 Nov 2011 05:01:26 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10720  The Osborne Lights are normally seen during the holiday season at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.  What if Epcot was decorated like the Osborne Lights? This parody video takes an imaginative look at a dream. You might be surprised to see who’s dreaming this dream … www.youtube.com/watch?v=lUxrz-YZtzA If you enjoyed that video, you might like to take [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/27/what-if-epcot-was-decorated-with-the-osborne-family-spectacle-of-dancing-lights/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/26/christmas-activities-include-a-movie-theme-at-bok-tower-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/26/christmas-activities-include-a-movie-theme-at-bok-tower-gardens/#comments Sat, 26 Nov 2011 13:32:52 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10711 The holiday season at Bok Tower Gardens has begun and will continue through Jan. 1, 2012. This year marks the 17th annual Pinewood Estate holiday home tour as well as activities throughout the Gardens. This year’s theme is “Picture Perfect.” Central Florida designers and volunteers will bring award-winning films to life inside the 20-room mansion. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/26/christmas-activities-include-a-movie-theme-at-bok-tower-gardens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/25/orlando-attractions-show-51/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/25/orlando-attractions-show-51/#comments Fri, 25 Nov 2011 15:22:01 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10714 Join hosts Banks Lee and Lulu Picart at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for this week’s theme park and attraction news. On this week’s episode: • A look at Busch Gardens Christmas decorations • News in the Queue: History Center’s Universal exhibit; Sum of All Thrills; Legoland and SeaWorld Christmas; Drip • Busch Gardens’ Christmas Celebration [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/25/orlando-attractions-show-51/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/20/smash-mouth-and-big-bad-voodoo-daddy-to-sing-in-the-new-year-at-citywalk/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/20/smash-mouth-and-big-bad-voodoo-daddy-to-sing-in-the-new-year-at-citywalk/#comments Sun, 20 Nov 2011 18:29:19 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10676 New Year’s Eve at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk will combine live music, all-you-can-eat cuisine and access into the seven CityWalk nightclubs. This ticketed event allows party-goers to enjoy live music by Smash Mouth and Big Bad Voodoo Daddy as well as a pub crawl through seven clubs. Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s swing music will kick off [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/20/smash-mouth-and-big-bad-voodoo-daddy-to-sing-in-the-new-year-at-citywalk/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/legoland-florida-to-celebrate-christmas-bricktacular/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/legoland-florida-to-celebrate-christmas-bricktacular/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 14:59:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10673 The brand new Legoland Florida theme park is gearing up for their first holiday celebration. Christmas Bricktacular will be happening from Dec. 8 through 31, 2011. Festive decorations and sounds of the season will fill The Beginning and Fun Town, followed by Kids’ New Year’s Eve on Dec. 31. Of course, Legoland is the best [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/legoland-florida-to-celebrate-christmas-bricktacular/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/15/elmo-santa-and-shamu-will-be-a-part-of-this-years-holiday-celebrations-at-seaworld/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/15/elmo-santa-and-shamu-will-be-a-part-of-this-years-holiday-celebrations-at-seaworld/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:41:46 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10600 SeaWorld in Orlando is set to begin their holiday celebrations with familiar holiday shows as well as new experiences. Events will take place Friday through Sunday nights Nov. 25 to Dec. 11. Starting Dec. 16 until Dec. 31 the holiday shows and specials will run each night inside the park. “O Wondrous Night – The [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/15/elmo-santa-and-shamu-will-be-a-part-of-this-years-holiday-celebrations-at-seaworld/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/11/busch-gardens-to-celebrate-the-season-with-holiday-shows-and-santa/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/11/busch-gardens-to-celebrate-the-season-with-holiday-shows-and-santa/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 15:40:44 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10593 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is gearing up for another holiday season filled with special shows and decorations. Holidays at Busch Gardens will include live performances, themed breakfasts and a New Years Eve celebration. “Christmas on Ice”, an ice-skating show with a holiday theme, will delight guests from Nov. 19 until Jan. 1, 2012 in the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/11/busch-gardens-to-celebrate-the-season-with-holiday-shows-and-santa/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/09/enjoy-ice-at-gaylord-palms-for-half-off-and-support-give-kids-the-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/09/enjoy-ice-at-gaylord-palms-for-half-off-and-support-give-kids-the-world/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 22:18:28 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10563 Guests who purchase advance discount tickets for a Nov. 19 visit to Ice at Gaylord Palms Hotel can also support a worthwhile charity. Fifty-percent of each ticket sold during the promotion will be donated to Give Kids The World. Ice features over 20,000 square-feet of ice sculptures in a room that is kept at a [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/09/enjoy-ice-at-gaylord-palms-for-half-off-and-support-give-kids-the-world/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 22:07:16 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10516 Universal Orlando will be celebrating the holidays from Dec. 3 until Jan. 1, 2012 with special events and activities inside both theme parks as well as all three on-site hotels. At Islands of Adventure, families can enjoy different Grinch-themed shows and activities. “Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular” is a daily show starring The Grinch and the Whos [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/06/walt-disney-world-offers-many-ways-to-celebrate-the-2011-holidays/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/06/walt-disney-world-offers-many-ways-to-celebrate-the-2011-holidays/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:53:12 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10522 Walt Disney World will soon be adorned in holiday décor. Each theme park and resort will have a holiday glow. Here is a list of what to expect from Disney’s holiday events. Magic Kingdom Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party The “Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade” will star Santa Claus, gingerbread men, marching soldiers, and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/06/walt-disney-world-offers-many-ways-to-celebrate-the-2011-holidays/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/01/photo-finds-a-look-around-magic-kingdom-animal-kingdom-and-fort-wilderness-campgrounds-november-1-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/01/photo-finds-a-look-around-magic-kingdom-animal-kingdom-and-fort-wilderness-campgrounds-november-1-2011/#comments Tue, 01 Nov 2011 14:26:03 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10510 By Kevin Yee In this week’s video version of Photo Finds, we look at construction in Magic Kingdom (including several shots of Fantasyland over the construction wall) and spy a few locations for the upcoming Sorcerers in the Magic Kingdom interactive game (like Kim Possible, but in the Magic Kingdom). Then we tour Fort Wilderness, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/01/photo-finds-a-look-around-magic-kingdom-animal-kingdom-and-fort-wilderness-campgrounds-november-1-2011/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/27/orlando-the-show-episode-47/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/27/orlando-the-show-episode-47/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:54:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10458 Join hosts Banks Lee and Audrey Brown on this special Halloween episode. They’ll bring you all the week’s attraction news from Old Town’s Halloween celebration. www.youtube.com/watch?v=AC8zmojf7us On this week’s episode: • Halloween at Old Town in Kissimmee • Haunted Grimm House • Spooky Empire Horror convention • News in the Queue • SeaWorld’s Halloween Spooktacular [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/27/orlando-the-show-episode-47/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/20/photo-finds-a-look-at-seaworlds-halloween-spooktacular-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/20/photo-finds-a-look-at-seaworlds-halloween-spooktacular-2011/#comments Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:27:28 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10380 SeaWorld’s annual Halloween Spooktacular is underway each weekend in October. All the trick or treating, characters and fun is included with admission to the park. It’s geared towards kids, but adults can have fun as well. We’ll have a full report in episode 47 of “Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show”, but below are some [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/20/photo-finds-a-look-at-seaworlds-halloween-spooktacular-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/buccaneers-cheerleaders-meet-their-zombie-counterparts-at-howl-o-scream-photos-and-video/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/buccaneers-cheerleaders-meet-their-zombie-counterparts-at-howl-o-scream-photos-and-video/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:48:11 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10353 Some of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders took a break from the sidelines to visit Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens this past weekend. In addition to screaming their way through many of the haunted houses, they also met up with some zombie cheerleaders. www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyV_3LsoEXY Cheerleaders Karen Bittinger, Elisa Eichbauer, Darla Faye Nolan, Milly Figuereo, Kelli Jones, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/buccaneers-cheerleaders-meet-their-zombie-counterparts-at-howl-o-scream-photos-and-video/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/ice-sculptors-arrive-at-gaylord-palms-ready-to-create-shrek-the-halls/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/ice-sculptors-arrive-at-gaylord-palms-ready-to-create-shrek-the-halls/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:51:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10350 They’ve come all the way to Florida just to be subjected to freezing temperatures. But not everyone can produce the magnificent ice sculptures that guests see every year at the Gaylord Palms Resort. This year’s theme for the annual ICE! display is Shrek the Halls, based on the holiday television special. In fact, Christmas at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/18/ice-sculptors-arrive-at-gaylord-palms-ready-to-create-shrek-the-halls/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/celebrate-halloween-with-the-count-and-his-sesame-street-friends-at-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/celebrate-halloween-with-the-count-and-his-sesame-street-friends-at-busch-gardens/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 19:59:00 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10071 Busch Gardens will host a family friendly Halloween lunch and party on Oct. 22. The Halloween Monster Mash Dine will encourage lunchtime guests to do the Monster Mash and join in a costume parade. During the lunch the Count and his Sesame Street friends will interact with the crowd. The lunch is from 12:30 to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/celebrate-halloween-with-the-count-and-his-sesame-street-friends-at-busch-gardens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/music-characters-candy-and-more-at-old-town%e2%80%99s-halloween-celebration/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/music-characters-candy-and-more-at-old-town%e2%80%99s-halloween-celebration/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 18:27:54 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10080 Old Town is celebrating Halloween with complimentary activities the entire family can do together. Enjoy costume contests, live entertainment, haunted streets, trick-or-treat stations and Halloween themed characters each weekend the rest of October. There will be nightly street performances by bullwhip artist Philip Daley, “The Cursed Cutlass” sword battle by Seven Circle Productions and the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/music-characters-candy-and-more-at-old-town%e2%80%99s-halloween-celebration/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/05/celebration-hosts-fifth-annual-oktoberfest-with-falling-leaves-on-oct-7-and-8/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/05/celebration-hosts-fifth-annual-oktoberfest-with-falling-leaves-on-oct-7-and-8/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 21:43:13 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10073 Celebration Town Center will present the Fifth Annual Oktoberfest featuring falling leaves on Oct. 7 and 8. Along Market Street there will be live music, pumpkin painting, hayrides, and falling leaves. Parking and admission is complementary during the event. The old-world German sounds of Dan Witucki & Heimatland Musikanten will kick off the event on [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/05/celebration-hosts-fifth-annual-oktoberfest-with-falling-leaves-on-oct-7-and-8/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/04/watch-out-for-zombies-as-the-ultimate-horror-weekend-arrives-friday/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/04/watch-out-for-zombies-as-the-ultimate-horror-weekend-arrives-friday/#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 13:41:32 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10064 The Spooky Empire Ultimate Horror Weekend returns to the Wyndham Orlando Resort on Oct. 7 to 9. The weekend will start off on Friday with the annual Zombie Walk. The Zombie Walk invites zombies of all ages to take part in a walk from Uno’s Chicago Grill to the Wyndham Orlando Resort. Other entertainment at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/04/watch-out-for-zombies-as-the-ultimate-horror-weekend-arrives-friday/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/26/videos-and-photos-from-howl-o-scream-2011-zombies-live-here/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/26/videos-and-photos-from-howl-o-scream-2011-zombies-live-here/#comments Mon, 26 Sep 2011 22:12:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9980 Busch Gardens’ scary Halloween event, Howl-O-Scream, has begun. The theme this year is the Dark Side of the Gardens – Zombies Live Here. As soon as you enter the park that becomes evident as roaming hoards of zombies and other creatures are all throughout the park. Here are some photos and videos from this year’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/26/videos-and-photos-from-howl-o-scream-2011-zombies-live-here/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/#comments Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:31:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9957 I attended Universal’s first ever Halloween Horror Nights Tweet-up last week and was lucky enough to win a ticket to their Team Member Advance Screaming last night. Here are some photos and video from the preview to give you a taste of the event this year.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:53:29 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9955 Universal Orlando has released their first-ever official mobile app to help fans enhance their experience at Halloween Horror Nights 21. Available as a free download for iPhone and Android users, the app offers an array of features. The all-new Halloween Horror Nights 21 mobile app will allow guests to: • Pinpoint their exact location and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/feed/ 0