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/2012/05/23/movie-review-the-men-in-black-are-back-and-better-than-ever-in-mib3/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/23/movie-review-the-men-in-black-are-back-and-better-than-ever-in-mib3/#comments Wed, 23 May 2012 21:24:34 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12709 The men in black are back and better than ever in MIB3. With Will Smith’s return to the silver screen after a four year hiatus, Josh Brolin’s highly believable performance as a younger Agent K and Tommy Lee Jones dry humor, fans of Men in Black will love this great addition to the series. Men in Black [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/23/movie-review-the-men-in-black-are-back-and-better-than-ever-in-mib3/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/universal-unveils-2012-summer-concert-series-acts/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/universal-unveils-2012-summer-concert-series-acts/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 13:49:46 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12655 Universal Orlando Resort recently unveiled more performers that will take the stage at the 2012 Summer Concert Series. Every Saturday night beginning June 9 through July 14, Universal Studio Florida will host their Summer Concert Series featuring a star-studded lineup. Newly announced performers include Hall of Famer Al Green, who’s recorded timeless hits like Let’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/universal-unveils-2012-summer-concert-series-acts/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/#comments Sun, 06 May 2012 04:28:31 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12628 Universal’s Superstar Parade had its first run through today at Universal Studios Florida. The parade features characters from SpongeBob Squarepants, Hop, Dora and Diego and Despicable Me. It’s full of live and recorded music, hundreds of street performers, interactive characters, dance numbers and some really detailed floats. Here’s a video of the parade, along with [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/video-universal-orlandos-new-superstar-parade-is-full-of-character/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/photo-update-despicable-me-minion-mayhem-walls-down-and-new-merchandise-for-sale/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/photo-update-despicable-me-minion-mayhem-walls-down-and-new-merchandise-for-sale/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 22:30:51 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12592 Earlier today at Universal Studios, the walls came down around facade for Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem, which resembles the house from the film. There is also lots of new Despicable Me merchandise for sale in the Studio Store. The marquee for the attraction is installed. Little details on Gru’s home, which is the facade for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/photo-update-despicable-me-minion-mayhem-walls-down-and-new-merchandise-for-sale/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:41:35 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12548 Both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando will be testing the next version of their Express and Fastpass systems during May 2012. The two theme park companies will be trying two very different concepts. Disney’s current Fastpass system offers free tickets to guests in the parks with a time printed for them to return to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/23/video-universals-cinematic-spectacular-now-in-previews/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/23/video-universals-cinematic-spectacular-now-in-previews/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:44:03 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12471 Last night, the first public preview of Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories took place at Universal Studios at Universal Orlando. The show officially opens on May 8, 2012. Scroll down for video of the show. The new nighttime show in the Universal Studios lagoon, highlights 100 years of the most fun, dramatic [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/23/video-universals-cinematic-spectacular-now-in-previews/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/19/universal-offers-first-peek-at-their-upcoming-nighttime-lagoon-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/19/universal-offers-first-peek-at-their-upcoming-nighttime-lagoon-show/#comments Thu, 19 Apr 2012 19:03:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12440 Universal Orlando Resort just released a video featuring an interview with filmmaker Steven Spielberg and Universal Orlando Senior Vice President of Entertainment Jim Timon. A bit of their upcoming lagoon show (Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories) can be seen behind Timon and at the end of the video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j63vMfmf9gE The brand-new nighttime [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/19/universal-offers-first-peek-at-their-upcoming-nighttime-lagoon-show/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/guest-editorial-one-fans-hope-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/guest-editorial-one-fans-hope-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:32:29 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12358 By Erin McDaniels Since Universal has not released any official details or plans for their Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansion, I must start by saying this is all just speculation and dreaming, some based on other rumors. While this post will focus on the rumor that the expansion will be London/Diagon Alley themed, please [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/guest-editorial-one-fans-hope-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/#comments Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:14:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12354 The cast of Nickelodeon’s hit television series, Victorious, will make a special appearance at Universal Orlando on June 9, 2012. The entire cast, including Victoria Justice, who plays the show’s main character, Tori Vega, will be on hand. Universal Studios guests will have the opportunity to preview upcoming epsiodes of the show and participate in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/10/cast-of-nickelodeons-victorious-to-preview-episodes-hold-qa-and-concert-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/#comments Sun, 08 Apr 2012 15:02:36 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12183 On Sept. 7 and 8, 2012, Rock the Universe will be back at Universal Studios in Orlando. Rock the Universe one of Florida’s biggest Christian music festivals with some of the best bands in Christian rock. This year’s line up more than a dozen top name bands in Christian rock. Headlining acts include Skillet who [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/08/universal-orlando-announces-2012-rock-the-universe-line-up/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/06/ascendio-a-harry-potter-conference-and-night-of-a-thousand-wizards-2-returning-to-orlando-in-july/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/06/ascendio-a-harry-potter-conference-and-night-of-a-thousand-wizards-2-returning-to-orlando-in-july/#comments Fri, 06 Apr 2012 19:17:21 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12323 Ascendio and their “Night of a Thousand Wizards” are returning to Universal Orlando Resort this July 12 through 15, 2012. Ascendio, dubbed as Infinitus in 2010, is a Harry Potter conference (or convention), and features presentations, music, meet-ups and social events. Their Night of a Thousand Wizards 2 is an exclusive after-hours event at the Wizarding [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/06/ascendio-a-harry-potter-conference-and-night-of-a-thousand-wizards-2-returning-to-orlando-in-july/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/02/more-peeks-at-the-testing-of-universals-cinematic-spectacular/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/02/more-peeks-at-the-testing-of-universals-cinematic-spectacular/#comments Mon, 02 Apr 2012 12:06:29 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12277 Universal Studios is open later in the evening during the Easter holiday week which allows us to bring you photos and video of some the preparation that is in progress for the upcoming new lagoon show, Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories. Above is a basic “all-on” test of one of the three curtain [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/02/more-peeks-at-the-testing-of-universals-cinematic-spectacular/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/29/stars-in-the-parks-richard-gere-and-wife-visit-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/29/stars-in-the-parks-richard-gere-and-wife-visit-universal-orlando/#comments Thu, 29 Mar 2012 19:52:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12200 Golden Globe award-winning actor Richard Gere and his wife, Carey Lowell, were spotted at Universal Orlando Resort today. During their hosted visit, the couple experienced The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man, The Simpsons Ride and Revenge of the Mummy, and explored The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Gere is best known for iconic films such as [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/29/stars-in-the-parks-richard-gere-and-wife-visit-universal-orlando/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/16/hollywood-drive-in-golf-now-open-at-universal-citywalk/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/16/hollywood-drive-in-golf-now-open-at-universal-citywalk/#comments Fri, 16 Mar 2012 21:15:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12135 Universal Orlando Resort has officially opened Central Florida’s newest miniature golf courses. Hollywood Drive-In Golf features two 18-hole courses based on classic drive-in era horror and sci-fi movies. To celebrate the grand opening, some of Universal Orlando’s iconic characters “hit the links.” Universal’s classic monsters – including Dracula, Wolfman, Frankenstein’s Monster and the Bride of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/16/hollywood-drive-in-golf-now-open-at-universal-citywalk/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/15/rehearsals-underway-for-universal-studios-new-lagoon-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/15/rehearsals-underway-for-universal-studios-new-lagoon-show/#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2012 14:50:31 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12097 We’ve been following the development of upcoming nighttime lagoon show at Universal Studios since October, when work began on reconstructing the former Cinesphere 360 show barges. Rehearsals of the new “Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular: 100 Years of Movie Memories” show are being performed after the park closes to guests. We have some video to share, showing [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/15/rehearsals-underway-for-universal-studios-new-lagoon-show/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/13/aerial-view-of-the-jaws-and-wizarding-world-areas-at-universal/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/13/aerial-view-of-the-jaws-and-wizarding-world-areas-at-universal/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:56:19 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12067 We have a video showing a unique view from the air of construction of the former Amity Island/Jaws area at Universal Studios and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Blueprints have also been found online that show what and where buildings might be going in the former Jaws place. An expansion has been announced for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/13/aerial-view-of-the-jaws-and-wizarding-world-areas-at-universal/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/08/enhanced-spider-man-ride-opens-at-islands-of-adventure-with-some-superhero-help/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/08/enhanced-spider-man-ride-opens-at-islands-of-adventure-with-some-superhero-help/#comments Thu, 08 Mar 2012 19:34:28 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12045 The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride at Universal’s Islands of Adventure reopened today with new HD projectors and many other enhancements. The day started off bad as Dr. Doom and Green Goblin started harassing reporters and kids, but they were quickly chased away by Spider-Man and some of his superhero friends. Here’s a look at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/08/enhanced-spider-man-ride-opens-at-islands-of-adventure-with-some-superhero-help/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/05/photo-finds-dinosaur-world-universal-studios-hollywood-mini-golf-and-more-march-5-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/05/photo-finds-dinosaur-world-universal-studios-hollywood-mini-golf-and-more-march-5-2012/#comments Mon, 05 Mar 2012 21:02:34 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12004 By Kevin Yee Dinosaur World has opened the final segment of their recent expansion. This roadside attraction near Tampa (45 minutes from Walt Disney World) has added additional dino statues and an entire museum with artifacts, real fossils, and a few robotic dino performers. At Universal Studios, the mini golf at CityWalk has opened, but [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/05/photo-finds-dinosaur-world-universal-studios-hollywood-mini-golf-and-more-march-5-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/04/universal-orlandos-grad-bash-2012-to-feature-pitbull/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/04/universal-orlandos-grad-bash-2012-to-feature-pitbull/#comments Sun, 04 Mar 2012 19:33:31 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9782 Grad Bash at Universal Orlando invites high school seniors to celebrate graduation with exclusive access to Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. The event also includes street entertainment and live performances by popular musical artists. Grad Bash 2012 will be held from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. on April 20, 21, 27 and 28, and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/04/universal-orlandos-grad-bash-2012-to-feature-pitbull/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/01/enhanced-spider-man-ride-to-reopen-march-8-unlock-preview-scenes-online/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/01/enhanced-spider-man-ride-to-reopen-march-8-unlock-preview-scenes-online/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 23:43:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11882 Are your spidey senses tingling yet? In just one week, the reanimated and upgraded Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man attraction at Universal’s Islands of Adventure will reopen. Set your calendars for Thursday, March 8 as the day to see the all-new 4K digital high-definition animation, hear a new musical score and try on a pair of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/03/01/enhanced-spider-man-ride-to-reopen-march-8-unlock-preview-scenes-online/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/29/change-is-inevitable-a-look-at-theme-park-area-demolition/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/29/change-is-inevitable-a-look-at-theme-park-area-demolition/#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 21:02:13 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11052 The theme parks are always changing, and last year was an interesting one for the demolition of retired attractions. Seen here is the demolition of the original Hard Rock Cafe Orlando, on the night of Oct. 26, 2011. The original location of the Hard Rock Cafe was adjacent to the Universal Studios park, and guests [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/29/change-is-inevitable-a-look-at-theme-park-area-demolition/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/24/new-blue-man-group-show-officially-begins-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/24/new-blue-man-group-show-officially-begins-at-universal-orlando/#comments Fri, 24 Feb 2012 18:21:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11821 While keeping some old favorites (with new twists), the Blue Man Group show has taken their show to a new level with a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences. Starting today, the show will take guests on a journey with the Blue Men as they discover, engage and explore the world’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/24/new-blue-man-group-show-officially-begins-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/11/new-theme-park-time-lapse-video-series/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/11/new-theme-park-time-lapse-video-series/#comments Sat, 11 Feb 2012 21:01:23 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11691 Two months ago we debuted a first for “Orlando Attractions Magazine”, a time lapse video. The video, a Jaws ride tribute, was well received by viewers and we will be doing a monthly video series of time lapse videos. First up is Disney’s Magic Kingdom. Rides featured in the video include Splash Mountain, Tomorrowland Speedway, Jungle Cruise [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/11/new-theme-park-time-lapse-video-series/feed/ 3 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/2012/01/29/parody-what-if-the-universal-web-cam-caught-the-arrival-of-the-mini-golf-aliens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/parody-what-if-the-universal-web-cam-caught-the-arrival-of-the-mini-golf-aliens/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 18:19:53 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11609 The upcoming Hollywood Drive-In miniature golf course at Universal CityWalk sure does look fun. But what if the Universal web cam caught the arrival of the aliens at the Studios park, before taking residence at CityWalk? The golf course depicts scenes of an alien invasion in the “Invaders From Planet Putt” course. Click Here for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/parody-what-if-the-universal-web-cam-caught-the-arrival-of-the-mini-golf-aliens/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/universal-orlando-hiring-many-performers-for-new-superstar-parade/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/universal-orlando-hiring-many-performers-for-new-superstar-parade/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:58:45 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11601 Universal is in need of parade performers for their upcoming daytime Superstar Parade. Those interested in full-time or part-time work as performers are encouraged to audition Feb. 4 through Feb. 7. Universal is looking for skilled dancers, stilt walkers, drummers, roller skaters, animated character performers and more. The actors hired will help bring life to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/universal-orlando-hiring-many-performers-for-new-superstar-parade/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/theme-park-designers-to-speak-during-third-annual-forum-and-memorabilia-auction/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/theme-park-designers-to-speak-during-third-annual-forum-and-memorabilia-auction/#comments Sat, 28 Jan 2012 14:49:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11583 By Nick Lepa Some of the top creative minds behind Central Florida’s theme parks will gather to talk to fans, answer questions and auction off theme park memorabilia for charity on the evening of Friday, Feb. 24 at the Orange County Regional History Center. If you’re interested in how some of your favorite attractions, events [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/28/theme-park-designers-to-speak-during-third-annual-forum-and-memorabilia-auction/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/registration-still-open-for-this-weekends-charity-5k-run-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/registration-still-open-for-this-weekends-charity-5k-run-at-universal-orlando/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:39:14 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11590 The 31st Annual Dick Batchelor Run for the Children event will take place Jan. 28 at Universal Studios. More than 1,800 runners are expected to participate in the run for charity. The 5k, or 3.1 mile, race is held each year to benefit the Howard Phillips Center for Children & Families and help raise awareness [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/registration-still-open-for-this-weekends-charity-5k-run-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 2 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/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:24:33 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11517 We spent a couple of days at Universal Orlando this past week and saw many new and interesting things at both parks and in CityWalk. Here’s what caught our eye. As you enter CityWalk, you’ll notice construction of the mini-golf courses is coming along well. Check out our full miniature golf photo update here. In [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-miniature-golf-construction-at-universal-citywalk/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-miniature-golf-construction-at-universal-citywalk/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:47:57 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11507 Construction on Universal’s new Hollywood Drive In Golf courses in CityWalk is getting very interesting. Aliens, tombstones and more are starting to form in the two 18-hole courses. Let’s take a look. As you come up to CityWalk from the parking garages, you’ll first see “The Haunting of Ghostly Greens”. Both courses are based on [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-miniature-golf-construction-at-universal-citywalk/feed/ 1 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/2012/01/10/universal-to-celebrate-100-years-of-movies-with-specially-themed-entertainment-experience-in-orlando-and-more/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/10/universal-to-celebrate-100-years-of-movies-with-specially-themed-entertainment-experience-in-orlando-and-more/#comments Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:00:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11395 Universal is marking its 100th anniversary this year and will commemorate its centennial with a yearlong celebration honoring the studio’s film history and cultural legacy. Universal’s Parks and Resorts will help highlight the campaign with centennial specific content and merchandise throughout both the Orlando and Hollywood locations. The Orlando resort will soon announce a specially themed [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/10/universal-to-celebrate-100-years-of-movies-with-specially-themed-entertainment-experience-in-orlando-and-more/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/07/universal-celebrates-passholder-appreciation-month-with-wizarding-world-early-admission-and-breakfast/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/07/universal-celebrates-passholder-appreciation-month-with-wizarding-world-early-admission-and-breakfast/#comments Sat, 07 Jan 2012 14:13:47 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11344 By Nick Lepa Now through Feb. 5, 2012, Universal Orlando Premier and Preferred annual passholders can receive early admission into The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Along with this benefit, passholders will be able to make reservations for breakfast at the Three Broomsticks inside the Wizarding World. This offer is part of Universal Orlando’s Passholder [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/07/universal-celebrates-passholder-appreciation-month-with-wizarding-world-early-admission-and-breakfast/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/03/jaws-at-universal-studios-takes-the-final-voyage-relive-the-attraction-through-our-photos-and-videos/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/03/jaws-at-universal-studios-takes-the-final-voyage-relive-the-attraction-through-our-photos-and-videos/#comments Tue, 03 Jan 2012 20:23:39 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11320 The Jaws ride had its final voyage last night. Many fans were on hand to get their last rides and say goodbye to the whole Amity area as it closed to make way for new attractions. We were among the lucky 48 who were able to get a ticket to “Jaws – The Final Voyage” [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/03/jaws-at-universal-studios-takes-the-final-voyage-relive-the-attraction-through-our-photos-and-videos/feed/ 0