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/2012/05/11/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-to-open-at-universal-studios-japan-by-2014/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/11/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-to-open-at-universal-studios-japan-by-2014/#comments Fri, 11 May 2012 18:43:45 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12653 Universal recently announced they will be bringing the magic of Harry Potter to Japan by building their own version of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios Japan. Scheduled to open in 2014, the Harry Potter themed area will be similar to the original in Orlando including the Hogwarts Castle and multiple themed attractions. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/11/wizarding-world-of-harry-potter-to-open-at-universal-studios-japan-by-2014/feed/ 6 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/2012/04/23/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/2012/04/02/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/2012/03/15/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/2012/03/05/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/2012/02/29/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/2012/01/29/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/ 2 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/ 24 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. http://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