http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Fri, 30 Jul 2010 20:32:25 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/28/retro-orlando-when-busch-gardens-was-remembered-for-the-experience-not-rides/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/28/retro-orlando-when-busch-gardens-was-remembered-for-the-experience-not-rides/#comments Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:29:41 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6968 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 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/28/retro-orlando-when-busch-gardens-was-remembered-for-the-experience-not-rides/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/photo-update-sea-garden-among-other-new-things-at-seaworld-july-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/photo-update-sea-garden-among-other-new-things-at-seaworld-july-2010/#comments Fri, 23 Jul 2010 22:12:38 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6931 I headed into SeaWorld last night to check out their AfterDark events and see what else was new. I just had to take the above shot. It’s one of the best photos spots in Orlando.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/23/photo-update-sea-garden-among-other-new-things-at-seaworld-july-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/19/out-of-the-loop-are-roller-coasters-the-secret-to-agelessness/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/19/out-of-the-loop-are-roller-coasters-the-secret-to-agelessness/#comments Mon, 19 Jul 2010 16:05:56 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6907 So what's the secret to good health into one's 8th decade of life and beyond? Is it eating right? Staying off the booze and cigarettes? Exercise? Apparently for one 88-year-old, the answer is frequenting an amusement park and hopping on her favorite coaster. In this case the park is Kings Island near Cincinnati, Ohio and the favorite coaster, The Diamondback.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/19/out-of-the-loop-are-roller-coasters-the-secret-to-agelessness/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/13/legoland-florida-officials-present-plans-for-new-theme-park/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/13/legoland-florida-officials-present-plans-for-new-theme-park/#comments Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:39:45 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6894 Thousands of eager residents came out to the Winter Haven Orange Dome one night last week to see what Legoland Florida will bring to Central Florida upon opening in fall 2011. Legoland Model Citizens, the company’s affectionate term for its employees, revealed renderings of what the new theme park will look like, and how the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/13/legoland-florida-officials-present-plans-for-new-theme-park/feed/ 1 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 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/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/06/community-invited-to-find-out-more-about-legoland-florida/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/06/community-invited-to-find-out-more-about-legoland-florida/#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:05:51 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6866 Legoland Florida is inviting locals to the Winter Haven Orange Dome from 4 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, July 8 to find out more about their plans for a new theme park. The open house-style event is intended to acquaint local residents with Legoland Florida and how it will impact Central Florida. Guests will be [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/06/community-invited-to-find-out-more-about-legoland-florida/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/04/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-disneys-world-of-color-photosvideos/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/04/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-disneys-world-of-color-photosvideos/#comments Sun, 04 Jul 2010 14:54:51 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6856 The huge world premier for Disney California Adventure’s World of Color has come and gone. World of Color is Disney’s newest nighttime show. The show celebrates the beautiful colors seen in Disney movies, but it is really a multi-sensory experience.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/04/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-disneys-world-of-color-photosvideos/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/29/new-disney-device-helps-blind-better-experience-its-parks/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/29/new-disney-device-helps-blind-better-experience-its-parks/#comments Tue, 29 Jun 2010 16:05:49 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6820 Guests with visual disabilities are now able to explore Disney theme parks in a whole new way through an enhanced Disney-designed device that provides detailed audio description of outdoor areas and attractions. “Disney Parks have long been at the forefront of providing accessibility for guests with disabilities,” said Greg Hale, chief safety officer and vice [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/29/new-disney-device-helps-blind-better-experience-its-parks/feed/ 1 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 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/2010/06/28/want-to-live-on-disney-world-property-reservations-are-being-accepted-for-golden-oak/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/28/want-to-live-on-disney-world-property-reservations-are-being-accepted-for-golden-oak/#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 14:46:15 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6798 Disney has begun presales for their new Golden Oak luxury residential resort community on Walt Disney World property. Located just down the street from the Fort Wilderness Campground and the Magic Kingdom entrance, Golden Oak will provide an entirely new way for families to connect with Disney. Golden Oak will offer a limited collection of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/28/want-to-live-on-disney-world-property-reservations-are-being-accepted-for-golden-oak/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/25/new-book-details-the-inside-story-behind-the-creation-of-walt-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/25/new-book-details-the-inside-story-behind-the-creation-of-walt-disney-world/#comments Fri, 25 Jun 2010 15:16:05 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6785 It’s a plot Jack Bauer would love – a clandestine project by one of America’s most brilliant business leaders punctuated with multiple code names, fake identities, make-shift affiliations, and unique regulatory arrangements. And while almost every traveler recognizes Walt Disney World as one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, what might surprise them are [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/25/new-book-details-the-inside-story-behind-the-creation-of-walt-disney-world/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/22/universal-studios-florida-versus-universal-studios-singapore/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/22/universal-studios-florida-versus-universal-studios-singapore/#comments Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:41:41 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6769 By Don Gworek It’s fun to compare signs and architecture in sister theme parks. I recently had a chance to visit the new Universal Studios in Singapore and thought I’d take a look at some of the similarities and differences. It’s sort of like recognizing old friends you see all the time, and some of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/22/universal-studios-florida-versus-universal-studios-singapore/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/out-of-the-loop-watch-disneys-world-of-color-premier-live/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/out-of-the-loop-watch-disneys-world-of-color-premier-live/#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 17:50:47 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6519 Get your front row seats right here as Disneyland unveils its latest attraction “World of Color”, the nighttime water and light spectacle in the California Adventure Park in Anaheim, California. If the technology works like it’s supposed to, you can watch it live right here at 11:30 p.m. eastern time (8:30 p.m. pacific).]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/out-of-the-loop-watch-disneys-world-of-color-premier-live/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/08/out-of-the-loop-two-notable-memorial-weekend-park-openings/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/08/out-of-the-loop-two-notable-memorial-weekend-park-openings/#comments Tue, 08 Jun 2010 15:41:03 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6489 Out of the Loop columnist Andy Guinigundo takes a look at the new Legoland water park in California and new rides for Luna Park in New York.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/08/out-of-the-loop-two-notable-memorial-weekend-park-openings/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/02/out-of-the-loop-disneys-first-meet-up-offers-an-inside-look-at-toy-story-mania/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/02/out-of-the-loop-disneys-first-meet-up-offers-an-inside-look-at-toy-story-mania/#comments Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:05:07 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6437 Take a look at Disney's first ever social media meet-up and find out about some Toy Story Mania scenes that didn't make the cut.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/02/out-of-the-loop-disneys-first-meet-up-offers-an-inside-look-at-toy-story-mania/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/18/more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-details-revealed-at-private-party/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/18/more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-details-revealed-at-private-party/#comments Tue, 18 May 2010 11:34:37 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6235 Universal hosted a private party which included a tour of the not-yet-open Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Islands of Adventure. Although we weren't able to attend, plenty of new information could be found on Twitter during the event.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/18/more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-details-revealed-at-private-party/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/09/photo-update-whats-new-and-different-at-universals-island-of-adventure-may-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/09/photo-update-whats-new-and-different-at-universals-island-of-adventure-may-2010/#comments Sun, 09 May 2010 16:31:28 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6102 Yesterday we posted a photo and video update for the ongoing construction of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (Click Here to see it), so today we’ll take a look around the rest of the park.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/09/photo-update-whats-new-and-different-at-universals-island-of-adventure-may-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/dark-ride-fans-pick-their-favorites-in-orlando-magic-kingdom-named-best-dark-ride-park/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/dark-ride-fans-pick-their-favorites-in-orlando-magic-kingdom-named-best-dark-ride-park/#comments Thu, 29 Apr 2010 15:01:41 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5962 To amusement park lovers, Orlando may be the mecca for dark attractions. In a recent survey of the Darkride and Funhouse Enthusiasts (DAFE) (Yes, there’s a club just for fans of indoor attractions), members chose Magic Kingdom as their “Favorite Dark Attraction Park”. Members were also asked for their favorite dark attractions in the Orlando [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/29/dark-ride-fans-pick-their-favorites-in-orlando-magic-kingdom-named-best-dark-ride-park/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/24/top-theme-park-designers-help-raise-more-than-5000-for-cancer-research/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/24/top-theme-park-designers-help-raise-more-than-5000-for-cancer-research/#comments Sat, 24 Apr 2010 16:18:58 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5914 Many of the top theme park designers got together last night at the Mad Cow Theatre in downtown Orlando for the Entertainment Designer’s Forum. In addition to some great talks and stories, everyone in attendance helped raise money for a great cause. Most of the panel members were from Universal, but Disney was also represented. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/24/top-theme-park-designers-help-raise-more-than-5000-for-cancer-research/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/19/talk-to-top-theme-park-designers-for-a-good-cause-plus-rare-items-auction/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/19/talk-to-top-theme-park-designers-for-a-good-cause-plus-rare-items-auction/#comments Mon, 19 Apr 2010 17:30:55 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5814 If you’re interested in how the creative ideas for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Halloween Horror Nights and other theme park attractions are created, you’ll want to attend the Entertainment Designer Forum this Friday night. And you’ll be helping a good cause as well. Billed as an evening with top designers in the entertainment [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/19/talk-to-top-theme-park-designers-for-a-good-cause-plus-rare-items-auction/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/14/out-of-the-loop-good-riddance-to-winter-time-for-the-theme-parks-to-open/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/14/out-of-the-loop-good-riddance-to-winter-time-for-the-theme-parks-to-open/#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:17:20 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5743 By Andy Guinigundo We’ve had a few beautiful spring days in Southern Ohio. The temperature has been close to 80 degrees. I cautiously embrace the coming summer and the coming theme park season. I say cautiously because, over the past week, I have awoken to frost and temperatures in the low 30s a few times. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/14/out-of-the-loop-good-riddance-to-winter-time-for-the-theme-parks-to-open/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/27/photos-and-videos-from-sesame-street-safari-of-fun-at-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/27/photos-and-videos-from-sesame-street-safari-of-fun-at-busch-gardens/#comments Sat, 27 Mar 2010 15:08:54 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5638 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 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/27/photos-and-videos-from-sesame-street-safari-of-fun-at-busch-gardens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/25/harry-potter-world-grand-opening-june-18th/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/25/harry-potter-world-grand-opening-june-18th/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 14:30:04 +0000 Kurt Nelson http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5604 Universal Orlando announced today that the grand opening date of Harry Potter World is June 18, 2010. In addition, they released some more details about the attraction inside Hogwarts, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. According to the press release, the attraction will start with meeting Harry, Ron, and Hermione who convince riders to skip class [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/25/harry-potter-world-grand-opening-june-18th/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/17/out-of-the-loop-planet-snoopy-on-its-way-to-kings-island/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/17/out-of-the-loop-planet-snoopy-on-its-way-to-kings-island/#comments Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:33:19 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5538 By Andy Guinigundo Kings Island near Cincinnati, Ohio is my hometown amusement park. I grew up and still reside in the area. I believe all folks deserve a gas tank amusement park to tide them over until they can get to Orlando or other amusement destinations. A gas tank amusement park is a park that [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/17/out-of-the-loop-planet-snoopy-on-its-way-to-kings-island/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/12/out-of-the-loop-sherman-brothers-honored-with-a-window-at-disneyland/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/12/out-of-the-loop-sherman-brothers-honored-with-a-window-at-disneyland/#comments Fri, 12 Mar 2010 17:48:13 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5520 By Andy Guinigundo Anaheim, Calif. – It has been a long tradition that individuals who have made significant contributions to Disney are honored with a window on Main Street USA at Disneyland and Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. The Sherman brothers were so honored this past Thursday, March 11, 2010. The casual amusement park or Disney [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/12/out-of-the-loop-sherman-brothers-honored-with-a-window-at-disneyland/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/20/out-of-the-loop-six-flags-kentucky-kingdom-closed/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/20/out-of-the-loop-six-flags-kentucky-kingdom-closed/#comments Sat, 20 Feb 2010 23:23:10 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5355 By Andy Guinigundo Louisville, Ky. – Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom located in Louisville, Ky., will not reopen for the 2010 season. In a statement, Six Flags states they were unable to come to an agreement with the Kentucky Fair Board for the lease of the land where the park was located. Six Flags felt that [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/20/out-of-the-loop-six-flags-kentucky-kingdom-closed/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/19/photovideo-update-helicopter-tour-above-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/19/photovideo-update-helicopter-tour-above-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Fri, 19 Feb 2010 23:13:08 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5317 For this February 2010 update, we take a peek above the construction walls -- way above. Come fly with us to check out the progress of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. No, we didn’t use a magical broomstick. Thanks go to Air Florida Helicopter Charters on International Drive. You [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/19/photovideo-update-helicopter-tour-above-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 10 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/09/photosvideo-super-bowl-mvp-drew-brees-goes-to-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/09/photosvideo-super-bowl-mvp-drew-brees-goes-to-disney-world/#comments Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:10:45 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5216 Photos by Marcus D’Amelio Video by Jimmy Strater The Magic Kingdom Philharmonic Band came marching down Main Street, U.S.A., this morning behind New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees. He was riding in a pewter convertible with Mickey Mouse, waving to cheering fans. But he’d earned the ride – and the adulation – Sunday night by [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/09/photosvideo-super-bowl-mvp-drew-brees-goes-to-disney-world/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/03/updated-wizard-world-site-reveals-new-details-contest-gives-clues-to-opening-date/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/03/updated-wizard-world-site-reveals-new-details-contest-gives-clues-to-opening-date/#comments Wed, 03 Feb 2010 15:24:11 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5155 The official Web site for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal’s Islands of Adventure was updated today with some new features and details on the rides and experiences. One new feature on the Web site is a low fly-through tour of the Hogsmeade Village and around the castle. New details found on various [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/03/updated-wizard-world-site-reveals-new-details-contest-gives-clues-to-opening-date/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/01/out-of-the-loop-one-mans-video-tribute-to-the-big-bad-wolf-coaster/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/01/out-of-the-loop-one-mans-video-tribute-to-the-big-bad-wolf-coaster/#comments Mon, 01 Feb 2010 15:04:18 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5142 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/01/out-of-the-loop-one-mans-video-tribute-to-the-big-bad-wolf-coaster/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/videos-the-perfect-commute-roller-coaster-to-work-and-water-slide-home/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/videos-the-perfect-commute-roller-coaster-to-work-and-water-slide-home/#comments Sat, 23 Jan 2010 02:42:38 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5041 What better way to get pumped up for the day than a roller coaster ride through the city to work. And after a hard day at work, wouldn’t it be great to water slide all the way home? That the premise behind these two ads for Barclaycard in the U.K. You may have seen the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/videos-the-perfect-commute-roller-coaster-to-work-and-water-slide-home/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/augmented-reality-map-of-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-available-in-usa-today/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/augmented-reality-map-of-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-available-in-usa-today/#comments Fri, 22 Jan 2010 19:08:46 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5036 Harry Potter fans will want to buy the “USA Today” newspaper next Thursday, Jan. 28. An ad in the newspaper will seemingly come to life on your computer screen when you hold it up to a webcam. The first-ever augmented reality map of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will allow you to rotate the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/22/augmented-reality-map-of-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-available-in-usa-today/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/21/details-on-legoland-florida-coming-in-late-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/21/details-on-legoland-florida-coming-in-late-2011/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 20:54:54 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5022 Today Merlin Entertainments announced a multi-million dollar investment for its biggest family tourist center in the world with the planned opening of Legoland Florida. Merlin purchased the historical Cypress Gardens in Winter Haven, Fla. from property investment company Land South Group and will open Legoland Florida on the site at the end of 2011. The [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/21/details-on-legoland-florida-coming-in-late-2011/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/20/public-record-e-mail-says-legoland-is-coming-to-cypress-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/20/public-record-e-mail-says-legoland-is-coming-to-cypress-gardens/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 19:06:59 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5018 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/20/public-record-e-mail-says-legoland-is-coming-to-cypress-gardens/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/15/cypress-gardens-sold-to-merlin-entertainments-group/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/15/cypress-gardens-sold-to-merlin-entertainments-group/#comments Fri, 15 Jan 2010 20:38:18 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4992 The Orlando Sentinel is reporting that Merlin Entertainments Group has purchased Cypress Gardens. From blogs.orlandosentinel.com: A spokeswoman for Merlin said the purchase includes the current Cypress Gardens theme park, the Splash Island water park and the adjacent botanical gardens. The company did not disclose the sales price. Merlin is the second busiest amusement operator in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/15/cypress-gardens-sold-to-merlin-entertainments-group/feed/ 0