http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 24 May 2012 00:33:23 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:18:19 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12524 This July and “Holidays 2012″ are the next two milestones for openings in the multi-year expansion of the New Fantasyland, Disney announced today. At the “What’s New, What’s Next” presentation earlier today, Disney released details on the next two phases of openings for the attractions and restaurants planned for New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/07/spring-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/07/spring-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 16:44:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12016 The Spring 2012 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order in print and in our free iPhone and iPad app. This issue features Sorcerer Mickey (or Apprentice Mickey, as his card calls him) from the new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom card game. Inside you’ll find everything you need to know to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/07/spring-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:09:11 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11670 The Blue Man Group Insiders will be holding a Fan Meet on Saturday, March 3, 2012 to commemorate the brand new show opening. It will take place at the Sharp Aquos Theatre at Universal Orlando Resort. The new show includes material from the National American Tour along with never before seen content. Attendees will be able to get [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/winter-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-in-print-and-app/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/winter-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-in-print-and-app/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 22:34:35 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10978 The Winter 2012 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order in print and in our iPhone and iPad app. This issue is a Commemorative issue featuring the grand opening of Legoland Florida and much more from all your favorite theme parks. • COVER STORY: Legoland Florida Everything you need to know about [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/14/winter-2012-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-in-print-and-app/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/20/fall-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/20/fall-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/#comments Tue, 20 Sep 2011 21:19:18 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9949 The Fall 2011 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order in print and in the iPhone/iPad app. Look for it at Barnes & Noble and Books-A-Million stores nationwide in October. Subscribers should receive their copy within the next four weeks. Here’s a look at some of the stories inside. • COVER STORY: [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/20/fall-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/new-free-attractions-magazine-iphone-app-offers-wait-times-videos-news-and-full-issues/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/new-free-attractions-magazine-iphone-app-offers-wait-times-videos-news-and-full-issues/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 22:14:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9756 Call it the pocket-sized edition – iPhone and iPod users can now bring all the news, photos, articles and more found in Orlando Attractions Magazine with them wherever they go. The new free app is now available and it offers much more than just the magazine. The app not only allows you to buy every [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/new-free-attractions-magazine-iphone-app-offers-wait-times-videos-news-and-full-issues/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/16/disneys-d23-expo-starts-friday-follow-attractions-magazine-for-the-latest-walt-disney-world-announcements/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/16/disneys-d23-expo-starts-friday-follow-attractions-magazine-for-the-latest-walt-disney-world-announcements/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 20:55:35 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9697 Disney’s D23 Expo 2011 starts this Friday Aug. 19 and runs through Sunday in Anaheim, Calif. Orlando Attractions Magazine staff will be there to meet those of you who can make it and update those of you who can’t. Disney will present special panels and presentations, movie screenings, celebrity appearances and autograph signings, plus new [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/16/disneys-d23-expo-starts-friday-follow-attractions-magazine-for-the-latest-walt-disney-world-announcements/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/new-sky-trail-ropes-course-opening-this-summer-at-mosi-in-tampa/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/new-sky-trail-ropes-course-opening-this-summer-at-mosi-in-tampa/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 17:28:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9117 This June, MOSI, the Museum of Science & Industry in Tampa, will introduce a new Sky Trail Ropes Course, which features a 12- to 36-foot-high, multi level course with 36 different elements. The ropes course is designed for all ages and does not require a minimum number of people to participate to experience the course. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/new-sky-trail-ropes-course-opening-this-summer-at-mosi-in-tampa/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/20/summer-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/20/summer-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/#comments Mon, 20 Jun 2011 17:45:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9331 The Summer 2011 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order. The magazine will be shipping out this week. Look for it in our iPad app soon, and in major bookstores nationwide sometime in July. Subscribers should receive their copy within the next four weeks. Here’s a look at some of the stories [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/20/summer-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/28/the-show-episode-22/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/28/the-show-episode-22/#comments Thu, 28 Apr 2011 19:46:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8970 April 28, 2011 – Join hosts Greg Hutson and Smantha Sanders as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more on this week’s episode. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojPi46VVV4Q In this week’s episode: • Countdown to Star Tours 3D opening • SeaWorld’s new Shamu show “One Ocean” • Universal’s hints at their new attraction [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/28/the-show-episode-22/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/orlando-informer-what-are-the-best-ways-to-stay-in-touch-with-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/orlando-informer-what-are-the-best-ways-to-stay-in-touch-with-orlando/#comments Sat, 16 Apr 2011 13:06:51 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8832 Column by Dan Hatfield Dear Orlando Informer: How can I experience the thrills and excitement of an Orlando vacation when I can’t get to Orlando? I already know about all the usual books and websites. Are there other things out there I should try? Luckily in this day and age, thanks to the wonders of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/16/orlando-informer-what-are-the-best-ways-to-stay-in-touch-with-orlando/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/19/spring-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/19/spring-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/#comments Sat, 19 Mar 2011 20:27:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8559 The Spring 2011 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order. The magazine is at the printer and will be shipping out within the next week or two. Look for it in our iPad app soon, and in major bookstores nationwide sometime in April. Subscribers should receive their copy within the next four [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/19/spring-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/04/orlando-informer-where-can-i-watch-free-disney-world-vacation-planning-movies/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/04/orlando-informer-where-can-i-watch-free-disney-world-vacation-planning-movies/#comments Fri, 04 Mar 2011 20:16:04 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8453 Column by Dan Hatfield Welcome to my new regular Q&A column for Orlando Attractions Magazine. I’ve spent years in and all around Orlando’s various attractions and neighborhoods. Whether it is a visit to Epcot’s International Food & Wine Festival, a ride on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, a show at SeaWorld’s Bayside Stadium, a laugh [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/03/04/orlando-informer-where-can-i-watch-free-disney-world-vacation-planning-movies/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/10/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-11-for-feb-10-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/10/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-11-for-feb-10-2011/#comments Thu, 10 Feb 2011 19:06:53 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8247 Feb. 10, 2011 – Join hosts Samantha Sanders and Jessica Steele Allen as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more on this week’s episode. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HoxXUHoccA8 This week’s show covers these topics and more: • Motorcade for Super Bowl MVP Aaron Rodgers at the Magic Kingdom • SeaWorld’s New Whale [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/02/10/orlando-attractions-magazine-%e2%80%93-the-show-episode-11-for-feb-10-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 14:41:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7934 It was a year dominated by The Wizarding World of Harry Potter opening and musical performances. So instead of only looking at the most viewed videos uploaded this year, we’re going to look at the top 2010 videos a couple of different ways. Yesterday we presented the Top 10 most read theme park stories for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/30/most-watched-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-in-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/29/top-10-most-read-theme-park-stories-for-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/29/top-10-most-read-theme-park-stories-for-2010/#comments Wed, 29 Dec 2010 15:44:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7920 Another year has passed and that means it’s time to take a look back. Over the year, we published four print editions of Orlando Attractions Magazine, launched a free iPad app, switched our free e-mail newsletter from monthly to weekly and launched our new weekly video show. This week’s Show will present a review of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/29/top-10-most-read-theme-park-stories-for-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/24/winter-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/24/winter-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/#comments Fri, 24 Dec 2010 13:06:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7898 The Winter 2011 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order. The magazine is at the printer and will be shipping out within the next week or two. Look for it in our iPad app soon, and in major bookstores nationwide sometime in January. Subscribers should receive their copy within the next four [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/24/winter-2011-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/09/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-two-for-december-9-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/09/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-two-for-december-9-2010/#comments Thu, 09 Dec 2010 23:59:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7848 Dec. 9, 2010 – Episode two of Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show comes to you from the Gaylord Palms Resort. Join hosts Greg Hutson and Samantha Sanders as they bring you to both SeaWorld and Universal’s holiday celebrations. Plus you’ll find this week’s theme park and attraction news, viewer feedback, a fan video, rumors [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/09/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-two-for-december-9-2010/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/presenting-orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/presenting-orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show/#comments Thu, 02 Dec 2010 15:29:14 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7777 First we had Orlando Attractions Magazine and a website, then we added a YouTube channel, Facebook, Twitter, an e-newsletter and an iPad app. Today I’m excited and proud to present Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show. We’ve assembled a fantastic cast of hosts that are all theme park fans in their own right. Each week [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/12/02/presenting-orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show/feed/ 12 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/orlando-author-to-reveal-secrets-of-universals-wizarding-world-including-why-its-not-at-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/orlando-author-to-reveal-secrets-of-universals-wizarding-world-including-why-its-not-at-disney-world/#comments Fri, 01 Oct 2010 14:33:39 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7363 It might have been the “Wizarding World of Walt Disney,” but the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, the hottest thing to hit Orlando in years, opened at Universal Orlando instead. Why? It’s a question that has a lot of people scratching their heads. After all, with its fabled “Imagineers” and deep pockets, Walt Disney World [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/10/01/orlando-author-to-reveal-secrets-of-universals-wizarding-world-including-why-its-not-at-disney-world/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/29/attractions-free-ipad-app-now-includes-a-sample-issue-fall-issue-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/29/attractions-free-ipad-app-now-includes-a-sample-issue-fall-issue-available/#comments Wed, 29 Sep 2010 13:47:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7355 The free Orlando Attractions Magazine iPad app has just been updated to include a sample issue, and the Fall issue is also available. When the iPad app was first released, there was no way to get a feel for how reading issues on the app worked unless you bought an issue. This led to some [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/29/attractions-free-ipad-app-now-includes-a-sample-issue-fall-issue-available/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/21/fall-2010-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-for-preorder/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/21/fall-2010-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-for-preorder/#comments Tue, 21 Sep 2010 13:02:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7315 The Fall 2010 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available to order. The magazine is at the printer and will be shipping out within the next week or two. Look for it in our iPad app soon, and in major bookstores nationwide sometime in October. Subscribers should receive their copy within the next four [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/21/fall-2010-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-for-preorder/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/23/ipadapp/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/23/ipadapp/#comments Mon, 23 Aug 2010 14:17:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7110 There’s a new way to read Orlando Attractions Magazine. Besides the print edition, which is available via mail and at major bookstores nationwide, you can now purchase and read full versions of the magazine on Apple’s iPad. Besides reading the magazine, the app can also be used to read the latest Orlando theme park and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/23/ipadapp/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/04/bringing-your-own-food/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/04/bringing-your-own-food/#comments Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:34:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6991 Column by Kevin Yee If you’re the sort who recognizes that vacations will simply be expensive, and hand over your credit card whenever asked (no matter the price) for food, then you’re exactly the kind of customer the Orlando theme parks are looking for. They want you to book immediately, by the way. But if [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/04/bringing-your-own-food/feed/ 15 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/27/reprints-of-winter-2010-issue-now-available/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/27/reprints-of-winter-2010-issue-now-available/#comments Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:43:38 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6965 Fans can finally complete their collection of Orlando Attractions Magazine. Last week the very first issue of the magazine became available for reprints, now our other sold-out issue, Winter 2010, is also available through the MagCloud print-on-demand service. The very popular Winter 2010 issue features these stories and more: • COVER STORY: A Whole New [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/27/reprints-of-winter-2010-issue-now-available/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/20/premier-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-again/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/20/premier-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-again/#comments Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:49:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6927 The premier issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine was released in late 2007 and quickly sold out. Since that time, those wishing to complete their collection of issues were out of luck. But now, thanks to a print on demand service called MagCloud, Volume 1, Issue 1 is now available again. When you order from MagCloud, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/20/premier-issue-of-orlando-attractions-magazine-available-again/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/07/sign-up-for-a-chance-to-win-disney-theme-park-tickets/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/07/sign-up-for-a-chance-to-win-disney-theme-park-tickets/#comments Wed, 07 Jul 2010 14:44:37 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6869 We’re giving away five one-day tickets to the Walt Disney World theme park of your choice this summer. To be eligible to win, all you have to do is be signed up for our weekly e-mail newsletter. It’s free to sign-up – Click Here! Each ticket is good for one day at one Disney World [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/07/sign-up-for-a-chance-to-win-disney-theme-park-tickets/feed/ 10 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/28/summer-2010-issue-now-shipping/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/28/summer-2010-issue-now-shipping/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 20:12:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6806 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 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/28/summer-2010-issue-now-shipping/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/coaster-spins-chewbacca-and-friends-to-orlando-in-ad-for-star-wars-celebration-v/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/coaster-spins-chewbacca-and-friends-to-orlando-in-ad-for-star-wars-celebration-v/#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 19:16:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6533 We’re putting the finishing touches on our Summer issue and we usually give you a sneak peek at some of the upcoming stories, but this ad, which will appear in the Summer issue, is just too cool to hold back. Star Wars Celebration V, the official Lucasfilm convention celebrating all things Star Wars, will take [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/coaster-spins-chewbacca-and-friends-to-orlando-in-ad-for-star-wars-celebration-v/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/07/orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-at-major-book-stores-across-the-u-s/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/07/orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-at-major-book-stores-across-the-u-s/#comments Fri, 07 May 2010 16:06:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6061 Orlando Attractions Magazine is now available nationwide on the shelves of Barnes & Noble, Borders and Books-A-Million. For the past two-and-a-half years, the only way to read the magazine was to order a copy or subscription through this website. Now there’s an easy way for Disney, Universal, SeaWorld and Orlando fans to check out the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/07/orlando-attractions-magazine-now-available-at-major-book-stores-across-the-u-s/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/an-invitation-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/an-invitation-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 19:17:36 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5995 It didn’t come by owl, but we just received a media invitation to attend the grand opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. Here’s a look at the unboxing. Once the distressed looking box is open, you can see a letter sealed with a wax stamp of the Wizarding [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/an-invitation-to-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 9 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/23/spring-2010-issue-available-tours-pin-collecting-discovery-cove-legoland-and-more/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/23/spring-2010-issue-available-tours-pin-collecting-discovery-cove-legoland-and-more/#comments Tue, 23 Mar 2010 19:09:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5593 The Spring 2010 issue of Orlando Attractions Magazine is available now. Subscribers should receive their copies within in the next few weeks. It’s another 64-page issue packed with all the latest news and information about Orlando. The photo packed large feature stories include: • Helicopter tours offer a unique view of Orlando. • Celebrating 10 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/23/spring-2010-issue-available-tours-pin-collecting-discovery-cove-legoland-and-more/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/02/insider-top-tips-packing-for-your-vacation-expect-rain/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/02/insider-top-tips-packing-for-your-vacation-expect-rain/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 00:12:07 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5443 By Kevin Yee It may be true that the summer is theoretically the rainy season for sub-tropical Florida (when it seemingly rains as if on cue between 3 and 5 p.m.), but it’s not uncommon for rain showers to surprise visitors in the winter months too. As a consequence, visitors are well-advised to prepare for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/02/insider-top-tips-packing-for-your-vacation-expect-rain/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/29/graphic-designer-and-web-developer-needed/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/29/graphic-designer-and-web-developer-needed/#comments Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:47:42 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5119 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/29/graphic-designer-and-web-developer-needed/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/26/change-in-ownership-at-orlando-attractions-magazine/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/26/change-in-ownership-at-orlando-attractions-magazine/#comments Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:47:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5077 “Orlando Attractions Magazine” is the creation of two of Orlando’s biggest theme park fans, Ricky Brigante and Matt Roseboom. Today, Ricky is saying farewell and announcing his resignation. To all our readers and fans: Yesterday was my last day with Orlando Attractions Magazine. I have resigned my position as Creative Director and have sold my [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/26/change-in-ownership-at-orlando-attractions-magazine/feed/ 7