http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:09:11 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:34:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11631 Join hosts Heather Leonardi and Ali Flores for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • Phineas & Ferb Facebook contest: • NASA groundbreaking for space shuttle display • News in the Queue: Beards allowed for cast at Disney; Entertainment Designer Forum; Braves spring training at Disney; Universal hiring; Legoland [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:48:04 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11627 By Andy Guinigundo With a month of 2012 under our belts, I can’t help but be excited for the coming attractions season. There are several high profile, high-dollar attractions opening. Additionally, there are many new coasters being introduced this year including a new-to-North America coaster. Here are some of the attractions I am most anticipating [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:54:15 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11581 Join hosts Heather Leonardi and Jeanette Cause for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • President Obama visits Disney World • News in the Queue: 2012 Disney Mom’s Panel; New Epcot books; Legoland’s 2012 events • SeaWorld’s TurtleTrek peek • Construction tour of Legoland’s upcoming water park • Universal [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:59:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11566 A brand new parade and nighttime fountain show are just two of the new things guests will find at Universal Orlando this year as they celebrate 100 years of Universal movies. Also announced today are the opening times for their new Dispicable Me attraction and their upgraded Spider-Man ride, plus a new show for the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/spring-spotted-in-orlandos-theme-parks-look-for-the-spectacular-tabebuia-trees/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/spring-spotted-in-orlandos-theme-parks-look-for-the-spectacular-tabebuia-trees/#comments Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:53:48 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11434 The first buds of spring were spotted this weekend on some of the flowering trees in the parks. The Tabebuia trees, like seen above, are among the first to flower each year. Their yellow, pink and purple colors are spectacular! Here’s video and photos about where to look over the next several weeks for some [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/16/spring-spotted-in-orlandos-theme-parks-look-for-the-spectacular-tabebuia-trees/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/orlando-attractions-show-january-12-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/orlando-attractions-show-january-12-2012/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 19:45:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11420 This week’s theme park and Orlando attractions news brought to you by hosts A. Ali Flores and Heather Leonardi. This week on The Show: • Jaws’ last ride at Universal Studios • News in the Queue: Universal Passholder Appreciation Month; Disney marathon; Redesigned Test Track • Exclusive Ripley’s Believe It or Not warehouse tour • [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/12/orlando-attractions-show-january-12-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/11/out-of-the-loop-five-things-to-like-about-disneyland-that-are-different-from-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/11/out-of-the-loop-five-things-to-like-about-disneyland-that-are-different-from-disney-world/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:43:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11406 By Andy Guinigundo My “true love” in the world of attractions emanates from all things Central Florida. I love the sun and weather. I love Universal’s Islands of Adventure and the wizards and witches that reside there. I love Shamu, Clyde and Seymour. I love the “four parks, one world” of Disney. In a way, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/11/out-of-the-loop-five-things-to-like-about-disneyland-that-are-different-from-disney-world/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/one-more-disney-day-announced-magic-kingdom-to-be-open-24-hours-for-leap-day-giveaways-daily/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/one-more-disney-day-announced-magic-kingdom-to-be-open-24-hours-for-leap-day-giveaways-daily/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 04:53:13 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11247 Starting at 6 a.m. on Leap Day, Feb. 29, both the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World and Disneyland park in California will stay open for 24 hours to celebrate “One More Disney Day”. Disney will also be giving away a vacation package each day until then. The available attractions, dining and entertainment is still [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/one-more-disney-day-announced-magic-kingdom-to-be-open-24-hours-for-leap-day-giveaways-daily/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/top-10-most-popular-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-for-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/top-10-most-popular-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-for-2011/#comments Sat, 31 Dec 2011 18:33:43 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11243 It’s time to count down the top 10 most viewed videos that we posted in 2011. It’s a mix of Star Wars, Mickey Mouse, Justin Bieber and more. We have videos with many more views than these, but they were posted before 2011. Also keep in mind that videos we posted earlier in the year [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/top-10-most-popular-theme-park-and-attraction-videos-for-2011/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/2011/12/20/3d-and-360-degree-videos-and-photos-new-ways-were-bringing-you-into-the-theme-parks/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/20/3d-and-360-degree-videos-and-photos-new-ways-were-bringing-you-into-the-theme-parks/#comments Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:13:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10989 One of the comments we hear most often is that you love our magazine, website, videos and show because they help bring you away from your daily lives and into the theme parks. With that in mind, we’re always looking at the latest technology that will help us immerse you even more. Below are links [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/20/3d-and-360-degree-videos-and-photos-new-ways-were-bringing-you-into-the-theme-parks/feed/ 1 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/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:01:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10680 Join host Bob Buchanan and kid reporter Quinn at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party as they bring you highlights from the night and all of the attractions news of the week. On this week’s The Show: • Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: decorations, foods, dancing, lights • SeaWorld announcement of three new attractions • News [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/iaapa-attractions-expo-2011-underway-in-orlando-photos-from-day-one/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/iaapa-attractions-expo-2011-underway-in-orlando-photos-from-day-one/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 13:37:30 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10636 The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, IAAPA, is hosting an expo inside the Orange County Convention Center through Friday. The Expo features the leaders of world’s theme parks, water parks, fun centers, zoos, and aquariums as they preview and showcase new rides and technology. The Orange County Convention Center is converted into a [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/iaapa-attractions-expo-2011-underway-in-orlando-photos-from-day-one/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/13/orlando-the-show-episode-45/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/13/orlando-the-show-episode-45/#comments Thu, 13 Oct 2011 20:45:39 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10337 Join hosts Mike Carr and Heather Leonardi for another week of theme park and attractions news. www.youtube.com/watch?v=3aGesp1mqeU This week: • Zombie Walk at Spooky Empire • News in the Queue: Eat to the Beat Concert Series, Bob Iger’s announcement • Room for One More Haunted Mansion Celebration • Hidden Mickey of the Week • Kennedy [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/13/orlando-the-show-episode-45/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/06/orlando-the-show-episode-44/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/06/orlando-the-show-episode-44/#comments Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:30:02 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10093 Join hosts Amanda Powell and Banks Lee at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex for another week of theme park and attractions news. www.youtube.com/watch?v=qGZ6DOVESGo This week: • Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex • Disney World’s 40th anniversary celebration • Interview with an Imagineer about the new Fantasyland • News in the Queue: Town of Celebration, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/06/orlando-the-show-episode-44/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/08/the-show-episode-40/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/08/the-show-episode-40/#comments Thu, 08 Sep 2011 22:20:20 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9859 Join Heather and Ali for another week of theme park and attractions news. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EMWuvgrMro This week: - Downtown Disney Update - More from Disney’s D23 Expo - Halloween Horror Nights Preview - Miss America Goes to Disney World - News You Can Use And Much More! You can also subscribe to The Show on iTunes, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/08/the-show-episode-40/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:27:15 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9844 Column by Andy Guinigundo To bolster my claim that the wing rider coaster will be the next big thing in coaster construction (check out my previous story Here), Dollywood announced Sunday that it would open the first wing rider roller coaster in the United States. The third announced Bolliger & Mabillard wing rider coaster this [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/the-show-episode-39/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/the-show-episode-39/#comments Thu, 01 Sep 2011 19:33:56 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9830 Join hosts Samantha Sanders and Michael Carr as they bring you this week’s attractions news and more from Central Florida. www.youtube.com/watch?v=AS3xfwVOee0 In this week’s episode: - Disney D23 Expo - A detailed look at the new Fantasyland model - More details on the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Ride - Imagineer interviews - Tour the D23 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/the-show-episode-39/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/author-documents-1000th-hidden-mickey-fifth-edition-on-sale/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/author-documents-1000th-hidden-mickey-fifth-edition-on-sale/#comments Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:46:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9581 Steven M. Barrett has documented more than 1,000 Hidden Mickeys over the years, which he details in a completely revised fifth edition of his best-selling book, Hidden Mickeys: A Field Guide to Walt Disney World’s Best Kept Secrets. Hidden Mickeys can be found all throughout Walt Disney World Resorts, purposely placed by Disney Imagineers as [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/01/author-documents-1000th-hidden-mickey-fifth-edition-on-sale/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-now-available-on-bright-house-networks-digital-cable-tv/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-now-available-on-bright-house-networks-digital-cable-tv/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 18:43:46 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9797 Orlando Attractions Magazine’s weekly video show, appropriately called “The Show,” has been bringing Central Florida’s theme park and attraction news to viewers on YouTube and iTunes for nearly a year. Now more than a million Bright House Networks Digital TV customers in Central Florida can watch The Show on their home televisions. The latest episodes [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-now-available-on-bright-house-networks-digital-cable-tv/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:30:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9676 On the weekend of Sept. 9 and 10, Christian music artists will be taking over two Orlando theme parks for special-ticket events. Rock the Universe returns to Universal Studios, featuring performances by 17 Christian music artists, guest speakers, candlelight ceremonies, and all-new fan zone, and Night of Joy returns to the Magic Kingdom with live performances by [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/feed/ 3 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/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:49:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9751 Join hosts Sam Sanders and Bob Buchanan as they bring you all the latest attractions news from around Central Florida. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e34Huu13mU In this week’s episode: - See the new, interactive Disney Store at The Florida Mall - Get backstage at the Nerf Dart World Championships - Learn how to beat a heat-induced bad mood - [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/22/no-new-disney-world-announcements-at-d23-expo-but-disney-says-theyre-coming/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/22/no-new-disney-world-announcements-at-d23-expo-but-disney-says-theyre-coming/#comments Mon, 22 Aug 2011 21:02:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9715 Disney’s second D23 Expo has ended and we have a many photos and videos to share over the next week or so. Although the event was a lot of fun, as the first one was, many Walt Disney World fans were disappointed with the lack of new announcements. We Live Blogged the Disney Parks and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/22/no-new-disney-world-announcements-at-d23-expo-but-disney-says-theyre-coming/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/17/walt-disney-world-rumor-round-up-which-will-come-true-at-d23-expo/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/17/walt-disney-world-rumor-round-up-which-will-come-true-at-d23-expo/#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2011 19:29:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9699 Disney’s D23 Expo starts this Friday in Anaheim, Calif. And on Friday evening, they will hold their Parks and Resorts Presentation. At the first Expo in 2009, this is where the Fantasyland expansion and new Star Tours was announced. Both of those projects had been rumors for a long time. So let’s take a look [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/17/walt-disney-world-rumor-round-up-which-will-come-true-at-d23-expo/feed/ 10 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/09/garden-pass-will-allow-seniors-to-enjoy-legoland-at-a-discount/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/09/garden-pass-will-allow-seniors-to-enjoy-legoland-at-a-discount/#comments Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:17:59 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9655 When Legoland Florida opens on Oct. 15, guests 60 years and older will have the opportunity to purchase a Senior Garden Pass, which is a weekday annual pass for only $60 plus tax. The Senior Garden Pass is less than the cost of a single day admission ticket, and will give senior guests free parking [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/09/garden-pass-will-allow-seniors-to-enjoy-legoland-at-a-discount/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:42:47 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9619 By Andy Guinigundo Santa Claus, Ind. – 75 miles west of Louisville, Ky. is the town of Santa Claus, Ind. Fittingly, the amusement park that resides in Santa Claus is named Holiday World. Each different area of the park is themed a different holiday. The water park portion of Holiday World is Splashin’ Safari. These [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/construction-update-building-and-attractions-rising-at-legoland-florida-photosvideo/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/construction-update-building-and-attractions-rising-at-legoland-florida-photosvideo/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 13:58:40 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9597 We were invited on another hard hat tour of Legoland Florida yesterday. This was our first that really showed signs of what’s to come. Legoland Florida opens to the public in about two and a half months on Oct. 15 in Winter Haven, Fla. The 150 acre family theme park will feature more than 50 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/construction-update-building-and-attractions-rising-at-legoland-florida-photosvideo/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/30/out-of-the-loop-cedar-fair-goes-coasting-for-kids-plus-holiday-world-speculation/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/30/out-of-the-loop-cedar-fair-goes-coasting-for-kids-plus-holiday-world-speculation/#comments Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:06:12 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9582 By Andy Guinigundo On July 24, all 11 Cedar Fair parks participated in the charity fundraiser called Coasting for Kids. This event has direct ties to Central Florida in that it benefits Give Kids the World. Give Kids the World provides children with life-threatening illnesses and their families free weeklong vacations. The Give Kids the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/30/out-of-the-loop-cedar-fair-goes-coasting-for-kids-plus-holiday-world-speculation/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/21/the-show-episode-34/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/21/the-show-episode-34/#comments Thu, 21 Jul 2011 15:02:18 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9551 Join hosts Samantha and Courtney Sanders as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDbTgl8I2wQ In this week’s episode: • Inside the new Dave and Buster’s • Leakycon – Harry Potter Convention • Haunted Mansion private event • Howl-O-Scream theme • Busch Gardens Grad Nite announced • Upcoming concerts [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/21/the-show-episode-34/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/09/arena-presentations-announced-for-d23-expo-celebrities-and-surprises-expected/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/09/arena-presentations-announced-for-d23-expo-celebrities-and-surprises-expected/#comments Sat, 09 Jul 2011 18:14:13 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9478 Many celebrities were spotted and surprise big announcements were made during the arena events at the first Disney D23 Expo, and more of the same is expected this year. D23, Disney’s official fan club has announced the arena schedule D23 Expo 2011. From Aug. 19 to 21, 2011, Expo guests will have exclusive access to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/09/arena-presentations-announced-for-d23-expo-celebrities-and-surprises-expected/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/the-show-episode-31/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/the-show-episode-31/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2011 15:53:00 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9441 June 29, 2011 – Join hosts Jessica Steele Allen, Samantha Sanders, kid reporters Quinn and Mindy and teen reporter Thomas as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more live from SeaWorld. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfkuwDbOTiM In this week’s episode: • Summer Nights Central at SeaWorld • Interview with SeaWorld’s Entertainment Manager, Muffett [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/the-show-episode-31/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/out-of-the-loop-conneaut-lake-park-tries-for-national-historic-preservation-grant/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/out-of-the-loop-conneaut-lake-park-tries-for-national-historic-preservation-grant/#comments Thu, 30 Jun 2011 13:38:37 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9439 By Andy Guinigundo When last we heard from our friends at Conneaut Lake Park in Pennsylvania, they had just won a Pepsi “Refresh” $50,000 grant to go toward the restoration of their classic Blue Steak roller coaster. This grant plus the continuing support of park fans and coaster enthusiasts have made it possible for the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/30/out-of-the-loop-conneaut-lake-park-tries-for-national-historic-preservation-grant/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/25/little-mermaid-ride-opens-at-disneyland-offering-a-preview-to-the-new-fantasyland-in-orlando-photosvideos/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/25/little-mermaid-ride-opens-at-disneyland-offering-a-preview-to-the-new-fantasyland-in-orlando-photosvideos/#comments Sat, 25 Jun 2011 18:14:33 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9420 The Little Mermaid dark ride is now open. Sorry Walt Disney World guests, it’s only open at Disney’s California Adventure theme park. It’s still under construction at the Magic Kingdom. But since the ride will be the same on the inside when it opens as part of the new Fantasyland next year or so, it [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/25/little-mermaid-ride-opens-at-disneyland-offering-a-preview-to-the-new-fantasyland-in-orlando-photosvideos/feed/ 2