http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:46:52 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/06/video-halloween-horror-nights-2010-commercial-offers-a-glimpse-of-fear/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/06/video-halloween-horror-nights-2010-commercial-offers-a-glimpse-of-fear/#comments Mon, 06 Sep 2010 20:31:22 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7178 Universal Orlando has revealed their full line-up of haunted houses and scare zones for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights. The theme is Twenty Years of Fear since this is their 20th anniversary. And they’ve even released the name of this year’s icon, Fear -- the master of everything Halloween Horror Nights has ever been and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/06/video-halloween-horror-nights-2010-commercial-offers-a-glimpse-of-fear/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/25/halloween-horror-nights-xx-to-feature-8-new-houses-6-scare-zones-and-2-shows/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/25/halloween-horror-nights-xx-to-feature-8-new-houses-6-scare-zones-and-2-shows/#comments Thu, 26 Aug 2010 04:30:02 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7117 “There is more to paralyzing fear than a scream in the darkness or a cool breath on the back of the neck. Or the grip of the undead. Fear that truly consumes us comes from deep inside our souls, stirred by something we don’t always understand and rarely have the chance to confront. Until now.” [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/25/halloween-horror-nights-xx-to-feature-8-new-houses-6-scare-zones-and-2-shows/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/08/stars-in-the-parks-brenden-frasier-with-a-step-mummy-at-disney/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/08/stars-in-the-parks-brenden-frasier-with-a-step-mummy-at-disney/#comments Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:47:05 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=7010 Actor Brendan Fraser, star of films including The Mummy and The Mummy Returns, posed with a “step-mummy,” aka The Wicked Stepmother from Cinderella, at the Magic Kingdom today. UPDATE: A day later, Universal released this picture of Brendan with a Butterbeer mustache at Islands of Adventure. Brendan is no stranger to theme parks. He made [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/08/stars-in-the-parks-brenden-frasier-with-a-step-mummy-at-disney/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/06/universal-orlando-raises-daily-theme-park-ticket-prices/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/06/universal-orlando-raises-daily-theme-park-ticket-prices/#comments Fri, 06 Aug 2010 17:20:35 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6995 Two days after Disney announced it’s raising its theme park ticket prices, Universal Orlando announced most of their ticket prices are also going up on Aug. 7, 2010. A one day, one park ticket is going from $79 to $82, the same as at Disney. (Click here for Disney’s new prices.) Annual ticket price increases [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/08/06/universal-orlando-raises-daily-theme-park-ticket-prices/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/12/family-feud-now-taping-at-universal-studios-a-report-from-the-first-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/12/family-feud-now-taping-at-universal-studios-a-report-from-the-first-show/#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 22:41:27 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6888 There have been many television shows and even a few other TV game shows taped at Universal Orlando but arguably nothing with such a rich history as one of my favorite game shows of all time - Family Feud. I got the chance to experience the very first taping of the new season at the show's new home this past Saturday. Here's my report:]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/07/12/family-feud-now-taping-at-universal-studios-a-report-from-the-first-show/feed/ 5 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/2010/06/17/fourth-of-july-theme-park-fireworks-shows-for-2010/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/17/fourth-of-july-theme-park-fireworks-shows-for-2010/#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:08:03 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6651 Many of Orlando’s theme parks have announced their fireworks shows for July 4, 2010. It’s one of the busiest days of the year for the theme parks so be prepared to join a crowd. Magic Kingdom “Celebrate America Fireworks” will fill the sky at 9 p.m. July 4. (Guests who’d like to begin the celebratory [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/17/fourth-of-july-theme-park-fireworks-shows-for-2010/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/14/2010-halloween-horror-nights-dates-announced-tickets-on-sale/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/14/2010-halloween-horror-nights-dates-announced-tickets-on-sale/#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 19:04:14 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6592 The dates for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights have been announced. The annual horror event will be held 24 select nights starting Sept. 24, 2010. Halloween Horror Nights is celebrating their 20th anniversary this year. Not much more information about the anniversary event has been announced. As usual, there will be new haunted houses, street [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/14/2010-halloween-horror-nights-dates-announced-tickets-on-sale/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/13/photovideo-update-nighttime-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/13/photovideo-update-nighttime-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Sun, 13 Jun 2010 19:50:08 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6560 We heard the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Islands of Adventure would be open all day for the first time, so we headed over around dinner time. This was the first night the new area was open to regular park guests. Before we get to the night shots, let’s look at some of the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/13/photovideo-update-nighttime-in-the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/gay-days-has-become-one-of-orlandos-largest-attended-events/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/gay-days-has-become-one-of-orlandos-largest-attended-events/#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 13:17:07 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6505 By Don Gworek What began with controversy 20 years ago is now one of Orlando’s top events each year, with attendance larger than many of the biggest convention groups. It started as just one day at the Magic Kingdom and has expanded to a multi-day event at multiple parks. It’s estimated that 150,000 people attended [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/06/10/gay-days-has-become-one-of-orlandos-largest-attended-events/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/24/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-the-new-universal-studios-singapore/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/24/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-the-new-universal-studios-singapore/#comments Mon, 24 May 2010 21:24:48 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6329 Guest Column by Don Gworek Universal Studios new theme park in Singapore was in soft opening when I visited in early May. It’s a compact park and easily dismissed as “small”. But really the park is ingeniously designed for light amounts of walking between attractions tucked behind the facades. Two areas are roofed to protect [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/24/out-of-the-loop-a-look-at-the-new-universal-studios-singapore/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/20/stars-in-the-parks-harry-potter-actors-visit-the-wizarding-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/20/stars-in-the-parks-harry-potter-actors-visit-the-wizarding-world/#comments Thu, 20 May 2010 15:47:50 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6269 Some of the Harry Potter film stars began their sneak peek tour of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter by entering Hogsmeade. The group spent the day visiting many of the iconic locations made famous in the popular Harry Potter series.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/20/stars-in-the-parks-harry-potter-actors-visit-the-wizarding-world/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/12/family-feud-tv-tapings-coming-to-universal-studios-this-summer/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/12/family-feud-tv-tapings-coming-to-universal-studios-this-summer/#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 15:55:09 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6154 Survey Says … Your family may be able to be a part of the audience for the next season of the Family Feud game show. Or better yet, you may even be able to compete. The show will be recorded at Universal Studios on select dates in July, August and September. You don’t need to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/12/family-feud-tv-tapings-coming-to-universal-studios-this-summer/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/05/universal-announces-summer-concert-series-line-up/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/05/universal-announces-summer-concert-series-line-up/#comments Wed, 05 May 2010 18:05:15 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=6035 The Summer Concert Series is returning to Universal Studios this June with more concerts and top-name musical talent than last year. Starting June 12 and running every Saturday night through July 17, guests can top off their day in the park with a concert by a multi-platinum selling artist. There’s even a double-header scheduled for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/05/05/universal-announces-summer-concert-series-line-up/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/2010/04/08/stars-in-the-parks-mariah-carey-in-front-of-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/08/stars-in-the-parks-mariah-carey-in-front-of-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster/#comments Fri, 09 Apr 2010 03:16:06 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5722 Singer and actress Mariah Carey looks calm and confident in front of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster at Universal Studios. Carey spent vacation time this week at both of Universal Orlando’s theme parks while her husband, actor and comedian Nick Cannon, filmed season five of the NBC television show, “America’s Got Talent” at [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/04/08/stars-in-the-parks-mariah-carey-in-front-of-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/29/universal-update-ellen-mat-hoffman-and-green-eggs-and-ham/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/29/universal-update-ellen-mat-hoffman-and-green-eggs-and-ham/#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:24:39 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5655 It was an interesting weekend at Universal Orlando. The highlight was the filming of The Ellen DeGeneres Show. Ellen was in Orlando to tape two episodes of her show, which will air on April 1 and 2, 2010. Above Ellen is shooting some T-shirts out to the crowd. On Saturday Ellen was spotted all around [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/29/universal-update-ellen-mat-hoffman-and-green-eggs-and-ham/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/16/parksaver-the-best-deals-for-universal-mardi-gras-tickets/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/16/parksaver-the-best-deals-for-universal-mardi-gras-tickets/#comments Tue, 16 Mar 2010 15:00:21 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5534 By Chris Ollendorf I have had the luck to be able to travel to many wonderful cities in America but one place I have not been to is New Orleans. I had no reason to go. I never really knew anybody who lived there until recently and now they always invite me to come during [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/16/parksaver-the-best-deals-for-universal-mardi-gras-tickets/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/05/photo-the-hogwarts-express-billowing-steam-at-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/05/photo-the-hogwarts-express-billowing-steam-at-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/#comments Fri, 05 Mar 2010 20:41:52 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5513 The Hogwarts Express has arrived at Hogsmeade Station as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter continues to develop at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. As guests enter Hogsmeade, they will be greeted by the iconic, smoke-billowing steam engine, made famous in the Harry Potter books and films for transporting students to a world of magic and [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/05/photo-the-hogwarts-express-billowing-steam-at-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/03/midget-wrestling-tv-taping-at-universal-studios-one-night-only/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/03/midget-wrestling-tv-taping-at-universal-studios-one-night-only/#comments Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:26:23 +0000 Matt http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5450 Here’s an interesting e-mail that recently came across my inbox. Tomorrow night, March 4, Micro Championship Wrestling will invade Universal Studios for an “unbelievable night of absolutely insane action. From the world’s smallest wrestler, Demo, to the world’s largest midget, Meatball, the baddest little men and women on the planet will be in action.” Pro [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/03/03/midget-wrestling-tv-taping-at-universal-studios-one-night-only/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/05/kc-leann-or-dennis-three-top-musical-acts-to-choose-from-this-weekend/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/05/kc-leann-or-dennis-three-top-musical-acts-to-choose-from-this-weekend/#comments Fri, 05 Feb 2010 16:29:45 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5184 Editor’s Note: 2:30 p.m. Feb. 5, 2010 – We’ve just been notified that LeeAnn Rimes has canceled. The Zac Brown Band will perform in her place at 3 p.m. at SeaWorld tomorrow. It’s a musical weekend in Central Florida. You have your choice between three big name musical acts as three different theme parks kick [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/05/kc-leann-or-dennis-three-top-musical-acts-to-choose-from-this-weekend/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/04/out-of-the-loop-a-visit-to-universal-studios-hollywood/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/04/out-of-the-loop-a-visit-to-universal-studios-hollywood/#comments Thu, 04 Feb 2010 22:27:02 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=5172 By Ricky Brigante Photos by Jeremiah Daws Readers of this blog are already quite familiar with the Universal Orlando Resort. Orlando Attractions Magazine regularly covers the latest happenings at Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure as well as Universal Orlando CityWalk. But this past weekend I took a trip to California and decided to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/02/04/out-of-the-loop-a-visit-to-universal-studios-hollywood/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/12/dates-and-concerts-for-mardi-gras-2010-at-universal-studios-announced/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/12/dates-and-concerts-for-mardi-gras-2010-at-universal-studios-announced/#comments Tue, 12 Jan 2010 21:06:33 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4923 On Feb. 6, Universal Orlando Resort will kick off its 15th year of Mardi Gras – the biggest and most authentic Mardi Gras celebration outside of New Orleans. Guests will experience the spirit of Bourbon St. in the heart of Universal Studios, with festivities including live concerts, authentic Cajun cuisine, a parade and tons of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2010/01/12/dates-and-concerts-for-mardi-gras-2010-at-universal-studios-announced/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/hulk-hogan-to-appear-at-jimmy-buffetts-margaritaville-this-sunday/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/hulk-hogan-to-appear-at-jimmy-buffetts-margaritaville-this-sunday/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 22:18:36 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4914 Wrestling fans will be able to be part of a rally/party celebrating wrestling legend Hulk Hogan’s new partnership with TNA Wrestling. Starting at 5 p.m. this Sunday, Jan. 3, 2010, the Hulkster, along with syndicated radio talk show host Bubba the Love Sponge, will be meeting fans at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville in Universal CityWalk. Hulk [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/hulk-hogan-to-appear-at-jimmy-buffetts-margaritaville-this-sunday/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/american-idol-stars-dominate-top-10-theme-park-photos-of-2009/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/american-idol-stars-dominate-top-10-theme-park-photos-of-2009/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 20:09:25 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4893 Everyone can give a thumbs up or down to any photo in our gallery. As you’ll see below, our American Idol pictures were very popular by visitors to our online gallery. Here are the top 10 photos from 2009 that received the most thumbs up (and least thumbs down). Click on any of the photos [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/american-idol-stars-dominate-top-10-theme-park-photos-of-2009/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-videos-of-2009/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-videos-of-2009/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:22:05 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4886 Our YouTube channel was a popular place in 2009. We reached more than a million views for a couple of our older videos, while others lay dormant for reasons unknown to us. Sometimes we think a video is going to be a huge hit and it flops, and sometimes we wonder why we’re bothering to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-videos-of-2009/feed/ 6 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-blog-posts-of-2009/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-blog-posts-of-2009/#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 17:42:03 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4874 A lot has happened in the Orlando area theme parks in 2009. Some new attractions were announced, some have closed down and some have opened up. One both opened and closed in 2009 (we’re talking about you Stitch.) Below are the top 10 most read blog posts on our site during 2009. Below the top [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/30/top-10-theme-park-blog-posts-of-2009/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/17/video-photos-behind-the-scenes-of-balloon-handling-for-macys-holiday-parade-at-universal-studios/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/17/video-photos-behind-the-scenes-of-balloon-handling-for-macys-holiday-parade-at-universal-studios/#comments Fri, 18 Dec 2009 04:52:08 +0000 Ricky http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4733 Since 2002, Universal Studios has partnered with Macy’s to bring elements of the famous Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade to Orlando during the holiday season. In addition to shipping down memorable floats featured in the annual New York parade, Macy’s brings several of the giganic balloons that have made the parade so popular over the decades. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/17/video-photos-behind-the-scenes-of-balloon-handling-for-macys-holiday-parade-at-universal-studios/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/05/one-more-thing-to-do-for-the-holidays-tna-pro-wrestling-at-universal-studios/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/05/one-more-thing-to-do-for-the-holidays-tna-pro-wrestling-at-universal-studios/#comments Sat, 05 Dec 2009 15:28:55 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4592 If there’s just not enough violence for you in all the holiday happenings around Orlando, TNA Wrestling has you covered. TNA iMPACT! television tapings and pay-per-view shows are held regularly at Universal Studios. But they’re giving away a free gift for their Dec. 7, 8 and 21 TV tapings. Every person who is in attendance [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/05/one-more-thing-to-do-for-the-holidays-tna-pro-wrestling-at-universal-studios/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/02/orlandos-many-holiday-events-make-it-easy-to-get-in-the-christmas-spirit/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/02/orlandos-many-holiday-events-make-it-easy-to-get-in-the-christmas-spirit/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2009 18:00:08 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4544 December is one of the best times to visit Orlando. Even though there’s no real snow, you’re sure to be able to get into the Christmas spirit with all of the festivities. Whether want to visit the Grinch, go ice skating, see thousands of dancing holiday lights, Orlando has you covered. Here are the events [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/12/02/orlandos-many-holiday-events-make-it-easy-to-get-in-the-christmas-spirit/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/11/11/video-ride-the-hollywood-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster-at-night/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/11/11/video-ride-the-hollywood-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster-at-night/#comments Wed, 11 Nov 2009 17:58:33 +0000 Ricky http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4378 Now that our clocks have been pushed back an hour, guests at Universal Studios finally have a chance to ride the new Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster after dark. The ride was certainly designed to be ridden this way, featuring a number of lighting effects along the track and on the sides of the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/11/11/video-ride-the-hollywood-rip-ride-rockit-roller-coaster-at-night/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/30/photos-from-the-newly-added-halloween-horror-nights-19-scare-zone/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/30/photos-from-the-newly-added-halloween-horror-nights-19-scare-zone/#comments Fri, 30 Oct 2009 20:21:36 +0000 Ricky http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4221 There are only two nights remaining to experience Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. As an added treat, Universal added an all-new scare zone this week. Located within a New York area alley, characters from past Horror Nights events (like Jack the clown pictured above) have emerged to greet guests once again, previewing what’s to come [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/30/photos-from-the-newly-added-halloween-horror-nights-19-scare-zone/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/26/new-scarezone-added-to-halloween-horror-nights-feedback-wanted-for-next-years-event/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/26/new-scarezone-added-to-halloween-horror-nights-feedback-wanted-for-next-years-event/#comments Mon, 26 Oct 2009 20:58:05 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=4166 An all-new terrifying scarezone will emerge from the shadows this week during Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios. Guests who are brave enough to walk the ominous New York alley will have the chance to inspire elements of next year’s 20th anniversary run of Halloween Horror Nights. “The fog will surround you as you make [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/26/new-scarezone-added-to-halloween-horror-nights-feedback-wanted-for-next-years-event/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/13/out-of-the-loop-new-madagascar-and-shrek-attractions-six-flags-nigeria-and-disneylands-replacement/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/13/out-of-the-loop-new-madagascar-and-shrek-attractions-six-flags-nigeria-and-disneylands-replacement/#comments Tue, 13 Oct 2009 15:28:53 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=3958 By Andy Guinigundo The last few weeks I have been posting Halloween stories, well, because ‘tis the season! As a result, I have a few weeks of backlogged updates to report this week. We’ll travel to Singapore, Africa, and then back home to the USA. Universal to Get Dreamworks Madagascar and Shrek Attractions Universal Studios [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/13/out-of-the-loop-new-madagascar-and-shrek-attractions-six-flags-nigeria-and-disneylands-replacement/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/11/google-street-view-now-available-for-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/11/google-street-view-now-available-for-universal-orlando/#comments Sun, 11 Oct 2009 16:08:38 +0000 Matt http://www.attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=3917 We previously reported that Legoland in California was the first theme park U.S. theme park to have a Street View on Google maps. But now Universal Orlando has been added. There’s no link for the Street View while looking at the normal top-down view on Google maps, but as you can see above, all of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2009/10/11/google-street-view-now-available-for-universal-orlando/feed/ 7