http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 09 Feb 2012 23:05:21 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 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/2012/01/25/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/ 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/2012/01/03/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 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/plans-for-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion-at-universal-studios-leaked/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/plans-for-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion-at-universal-studios-leaked/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:51:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11245 It appears someone at Universal Orlando has anonymously shared plans for the upcoming Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansion at Universal Orlando with Robert Niles of ThemeParkInsider.com. The detailed plans call for a Gringotts Bank ride, a large restaurant and more at the Amity and Jaws area, which is closing Monday. Robert says he has [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/31/plans-for-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-expansion-at-universal-studios-leaked/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/19/photo-finds-farewell-tours-of-penguin-encounter-and-jaws-plus-more-updates-week-of-dec-19-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/19/photo-finds-farewell-tours-of-penguin-encounter-and-jaws-plus-more-updates-week-of-dec-19-2011/#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 23:07:09 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11091 By Kevin Yee The SeaWorld Orlando penguin exhibit will be replaced by a ride in the coming months and years, so we swung by to document the building and exhibit as it exists now (the puffin exhibit is already closed). We did the same for Jaws at Universal, which is rumored to be replaced by [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/19/photo-finds-farewell-tours-of-penguin-encounter-and-jaws-plus-more-updates-week-of-dec-19-2011/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/11/status-of-the-new-universal-studios-lagoon-show-and-other-park-updates/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/11/status-of-the-new-universal-studios-lagoon-show-and-other-park-updates/#comments Sun, 11 Dec 2011 16:26:47 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10934 Work continues on development of a new lagoon show at Universal Studios Orlando. No announcement has been made about the show. The three floating stages recently soared into the air. Here’s a view of the activity at the base. A couple of weeks ago, the same area looked like this. Note how the stage is [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/11/status-of-the-new-universal-studios-lagoon-show-and-other-park-updates/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/significant-expansion-announced-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/significant-expansion-announced-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:48:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10872 Not many details have been announced yet, but Warner Bros. Entertainment and Universal Parks and Resorts have announced a ‘Significant expansion’ for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Orlando. The Universal Studios Hollywood park in California will also be getting its own Wizarding World of Harry Potter. “We are thrilled to be able [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/06/significant-expansion-announced-for-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/02/jaws-ride-and-amity-area-closing-at-universal-studios-rumors-suggest-more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/02/jaws-ride-and-amity-area-closing-at-universal-studios-rumors-suggest-more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:46:56 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10784 The last time to ride Jaws, and walk through the town of Amity at Universal Studios will be 9 p.m. Jan. 2, 2012. Universal has stated new attraction experience will replace it. While they haven’t said what that will be, rumors suggest it may be more Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Universal team members who [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/02/jaws-ride-and-amity-area-closing-at-universal-studios-rumors-suggest-more-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 20 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 22:07:16 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10516 Universal Orlando will be celebrating the holidays from Dec. 3 until Jan. 1, 2012 with special events and activities inside both theme parks as well as all three on-site hotels. At Islands of Adventure, families can enjoy different Grinch-themed shows and activities. “Grinchmas Wholiday Spectacular” is a daily show starring The Grinch and the Whos [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/07/macys-grinch-and-mannheim-steamroller-return-for-the-holidays-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/25/cinesphere-360-movie-balls-removed-from-universal-studios-lagoon/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/25/cinesphere-360-movie-balls-removed-from-universal-studios-lagoon/#comments Tue, 25 Oct 2011 18:15:46 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10417 This aerial photo from April 2011 shows four spheres in the Universal Studios Florida lagoon. These spheres were removed a few weeks ago and have not returned. The four-story-tall, 360-degree projection “cinespheres” were featured in the seasonal “Universal 360″ closing fireworks show. The spheres also were used some years in Halloween Horror Nights, and were [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/25/cinesphere-360-movie-balls-removed-from-universal-studios-lagoon/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/out-of-the-loop-come-along-on-the-vip-tour-experience-at-universal-studios-hollywood/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/out-of-the-loop-come-along-on-the-vip-tour-experience-at-universal-studios-hollywood/#comments Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:24:22 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10199 There’s a great tour option available at the Universal Studios park in Hollywood, Calif. called the VIP Tour Experience. It includes elements of their normal tram tour, but also includes walking tours of sets, stages and production buildings, plus gourmet food and Front of the Line privileges to the park’s shows and rides. Each day’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/10/out-of-the-loop-come-along-on-the-vip-tour-experience-at-universal-studios-hollywood/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/#comments Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:31:16 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9957 I attended Universal’s first ever Halloween Horror Nights Tweet-up last week and was lucky enough to win a ticket to their Team Member Advance Screaming last night. Here are some photos and video from the preview to give you a taste of the event this year.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/22/video-and-photo-preview-of-halloween-horror-nights-21/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:53:29 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9955 Universal Orlando has released their first-ever official mobile app to help fans enhance their experience at Halloween Horror Nights 21. Available as a free download for iPhone and Android users, the app offers an array of features. The all-new Halloween Horror Nights 21 mobile app will allow guests to: • Pinpoint their exact location and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/21/official-halloween-horror-nights-app-now-available-for-iphone-and-android/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/14/win-a-chance-to-experience-halloween-horror-nights-with-steve-tango-and-dave-gonsalves-from-syfys-ghost-hunters-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/14/win-a-chance-to-experience-halloween-horror-nights-with-steve-tango-and-dave-gonsalves-from-syfys-ghost-hunters-show/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 15:44:37 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9870 On Oct. 6. Steve Tango and Dave Gonsalves, from SYFY’s Ghost Hunters show, will host a Q&A and autograph session at Halloween Horror Nights in Universal Studios. This event is included with admission to Halloween Horror Nights. Both events will take place at the Pantages Theatre inside Universal Studios. The question and answer session will [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/14/win-a-chance-to-experience-halloween-horror-nights-with-steve-tango-and-dave-gonsalves-from-syfys-ghost-hunters-show/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/halloween-horror-nights-21-icon-reveals-her-true-face-as-8-new-haunted-houses-and-6-new-scare-zones-are-detailed/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/halloween-horror-nights-21-icon-reveals-her-true-face-as-8-new-haunted-houses-and-6-new-scare-zones-are-detailed/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 04:32:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9802 All has been revealed with this year’s Halloween Horror Nights 21 at Universal Studios. Watch below (If you dare) as Lady luck forces Universal Show Director Patrick Braillard to spill the details on eight new haunted houses and six new scare zones. www.youtube.com/watch?v=XAAPmjKrols Here are more details on each of the houses and scare zones: [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/30/halloween-horror-nights-21-icon-reveals-her-true-face-as-8-new-haunted-houses-and-6-new-scare-zones-are-detailed/feed/ 0 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/stars-in-the-parks-supermodel-meets-the-mummy/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/stars-in-the-parks-supermodel-meets-the-mummy/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 19:56:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9753 During her visit to Universal Orlando, Australian supermodel Elle Macpherson and her son Cy, age 8, encountered mysterious Egyptian guards at the entrance to the Revenge of the Mummy attraction in Universal Studios. Elle has been in the United States filming and executive producing her upcoming, all-new NBC show, Fashion Star. Universal hosted the star [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/stars-in-the-parks-supermodel-meets-the-mummy/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/#comments Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:38:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9674 Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 21, running from Sept. 30 to Oct. 31, will be offering special RIP tours and Behind the Screams tours for dedicated fans. RIP Tours There will be two RIP tours offered – one for private parties of groups up to 10, and one for non-private parties. The Private RIP Tour starts [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:54:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9635 Universal has kicked their Halloween Horror Nights marketing into high gear. They’ve opened an official twitter account, beefed up their Facebook page, started a new game on their website and sent their first package to the media. Since it’s the 21st Halloween Horror Nights, the theme seems to play off the game of blackjack, or [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/19/the-thing-movie-to-become-basis-for-haunted-house-at-halloween-horror-nights-21/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/19/the-thing-movie-to-become-basis-for-haunted-house-at-halloween-horror-nights-21/#comments Tue, 19 Jul 2011 17:41:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9544 “The Thing” makes its return to the big screen this fall and to Halloween Horror Nights 21 in the form of one of the haunted houses. In 2007, Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights featured a house called “The Thing: Assimilation”. This year “The Thing” will be based on Universal Pictures’ upcoming thriller. An abandoned scientific research [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/07/19/the-thing-movie-to-become-basis-for-haunted-house-at-halloween-horror-nights-21/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:07:28 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9424 Feeling lucky punk? It’s year 21 for halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando so this year’s theme seems to be all about luck and chance. Universal has updated their Halloween Horror Nights website and tickets are now on sale for the event, which runs on 25 nights from Sept. 23 to Oct. 31, 2011. Here’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/#comments Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:37:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9378 Over the last couple of weeks I’ve visited CityWalk, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios a couple of times. Here are some new and different things I noticed. As you can see in the above two photos, land in CityWalk has been cleared for the construction of a 36-hole miniature golf course called Hollywood Drive-In [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/22/universal-orlando-releases-an-official-mobile-app-a-look-at-all-florida-theme-park-apps/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/22/universal-orlando-releases-an-official-mobile-app-a-look-at-all-florida-theme-park-apps/#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 15:55:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9365 Universal Orlando’s has released a free mobile app for Apple and Android phones, joining SeaWorld, which also released a free app earlier this year and Disney World, which offers a paid app for Verizon customers. Busch Gardens officials say their mobile app is in the works. Both the SeaWorld and Universal apps offer some of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/22/universal-orlando-releases-an-official-mobile-app-a-look-at-all-florida-theme-park-apps/feed/ 9 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/a-look-at-what-orlandos-theme-parks-have-planned-for-july-4-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/a-look-at-what-orlandos-theme-parks-have-planned-for-july-4-2011/#comments Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:35:41 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9337 Central Florida’s theme parks will be crowded on the Fourth of July. In fact, Orlando was named the number one destination for the July 4 Weekend by Travelocity. But that doesn’t mean you can’t have fun watching the special events and fireworks shows. Here’s what each theme park is planning for Independence Day. Magic Kingdom: [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/21/a-look-at-what-orlandos-theme-parks-have-planned-for-july-4-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/#comments Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:57:22 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9297 Column by Andy Guinigundo Universal City, Calif. – Saturday Night Live alum and Late Night host Jimmy Fallon is the newest addition on the famous Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour. While there will continue to be tour guides aboard that provide live narration during the tour, Fallon will be the “video host”. At certain junctures [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/06/gay-days-guests-enjoy-orlandos-theme-parks-for-the-21st-year/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/06/gay-days-guests-enjoy-orlandos-theme-parks-for-the-21st-year/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2011 14:01:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9219 By Don Gworek The Orlando theme parks welcomed back thousands of guests attending the annual Gay Days week. Probably most well-known of the events is the so-called “red shirt day” at the Magic Kingdom. When red shirt day began, it could have been considered one of the very first flash mobs, where people spread word [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/06/gay-days-guests-enjoy-orlandos-theme-parks-for-the-21st-year/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/03/a-look-at-universal-orlando-resort-from-above/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/03/a-look-at-universal-orlando-resort-from-above/#comments Sat, 04 Jun 2011 02:00:31 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9177 By Don Gworek The Universal Orlando resort is beautiful from the air, as well as the ground. Join us as we closely examine the elements of the two theme parks from above. Starting at the top is CityWalk. Then going clockwise are the Colleseum at Hard Rock Live, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster, the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/03/a-look-at-universal-orlando-resort-from-above/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/29/some-american-express-cardholders-can-relax-refresh-and-recharge-in-a-new-lounge-at-universal/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/29/some-american-express-cardholders-can-relax-refresh-and-recharge-in-a-new-lounge-at-universal/#comments Sun, 29 May 2011 17:18:39 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9114 American Express cardholder who purchase a multi-park ticket or an Annual Pass at UniversalOrlando.com or at the Universal front gate now have access to a brand new American Express Lounge inside Universal Studios theme park. The Lounge will offer guests an air-conditioned space where they will receive complimentary beverages and light refreshments, as well as [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/29/some-american-express-cardholders-can-relax-refresh-and-recharge-in-a-new-lounge-at-universal/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/19/despicable-me-ride/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/19/despicable-me-ride/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 14:50:58 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9075 After weeks of dropping hints, Universal Orlando finally revealed which attraction will replace Jimmy Neutron’s Nicktoon Blast ride. Gru and his Minions from Despicable Me will be invading Universal Studios in 3D next year. Plus The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride is getting an reanimated HD upgrade and more. On March 15, Universal announced that [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/19/despicable-me-ride/feed/ 28 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/#comments Tue, 03 May 2011 22:35:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8984 For the third year, top musical acts will be taking the stage for six nights this summer at Universal Studios. With a combined total of 30 platinum albums, this year’s concert lineup features artists who have each led the U.S. music charts. The list of performers includes: Drake – one of only two musical artists [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/05/03/universal-announces-their-summer-concert-series-line-up-for-2011/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/busy-days-bring-out-some-rarely-seen-attractions-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/busy-days-bring-out-some-rarely-seen-attractions-at-universal-orlando/#comments Sat, 23 Apr 2011 15:23:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=8944 It’s a great week and a not-so-great week to visit Universal Orlando’s two theme parks. It’s not-so-great because with Easter and spring break, it’s one of the busiest weeks of the year. But it’s a great time to visit if you’d like to see some extra entertainment and attractions that aren’t usually in operation. Here’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/04/23/busy-days-bring-out-some-rarely-seen-attractions-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 2