http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:21:56 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/07/photo-finds-magic-kingdom-habit-heroes-at-epcot-universal-updates-and-more-feb-7-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/07/photo-finds-magic-kingdom-habit-heroes-at-epcot-universal-updates-and-more-feb-7-2012/#comments Tue, 07 Feb 2012 16:21:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11656 By Kevin Yee The new offering at Epcot’s Innoventions is Habit Heroes, a physical interactive exhibit with three main games: dashing about, shooting a cannon, and aerobics. We also catch a few quick photo glances at Fantasyland, the new castle projections in honor of Valentine’s Day and catch up on the mini golf course under [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/07/photo-finds-magic-kingdom-habit-heroes-at-epcot-universal-updates-and-more-feb-7-2012/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/06/super-bowl-mvp-eli-manning-visits-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom-photosvideo/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/06/super-bowl-mvp-eli-manning-visits-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom-photosvideo/#comments Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:03:17 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11650 After leading his team to a come-from-behind 21-17 victory over the New England Patriots at Super Bowl XLVI, what did New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning do next? He went to Disney World of course. MVP Manning shouted five words that have become ingrained in Super Bowl victory celebrations: “I’m going to Disney World!” And [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/06/super-bowl-mvp-eli-manning-visits-disney-worlds-magic-kingdom-photosvideo/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/04/my-dinner-with-disney-legend-marty-sklar/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/04/my-dinner-with-disney-legend-marty-sklar/#comments Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:54:34 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10730 By Don Gworek Way back in May 2011, during D23′s Destination D event, Disney Legend Marty Sklar visited the UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management to speak with the students. Marty was then the featured guest of a fundraising dinner. This story has not yet been told and this is a good little report to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/04/my-dinner-with-disney-legend-marty-sklar/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/cute-baby-alert-giraffe-born-at-busch-gardens-brings-total-to-19/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/cute-baby-alert-giraffe-born-at-busch-gardens-brings-total-to-19/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:37:57 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11642 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay welcomed a new baby female reticulated giraffe on Monday, Jan. 27, 2012. At six foot, two inches tall and weighing approximately 176 pounds, the newborn is the calf of father, Jafari and mother, Cupid. This is Jafari’s second calf, and cupid’s fifth. This new addition brings the park’s reticulated giraffe population [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/cute-baby-alert-giraffe-born-at-busch-gardens-brings-total-to-19/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/out-of-the-loop-dollywood-to-develop-water-and-snow-park-adjacent-to-gaylord-opryland-resort/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/out-of-the-loop-dollywood-to-develop-water-and-snow-park-adjacent-to-gaylord-opryland-resort/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:11:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11640 By Andy Guinigundo Nashville, Tenn. – Dolly Parton’s Dollywood Company and Gaylord Entertainment have entered into what is referred to as a “memorandum of understanding”. This initial formal agreement discusses the intent of Dollywood and Gaylord to enter into a 50/50 partnership to develop a 105-acre family entertainment zone adjacent to the Gaylord Opryland Resort [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/out-of-the-loop-dollywood-to-develop-water-and-snow-park-adjacent-to-gaylord-opryland-resort/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/local-theme-park-memorabilia-store-to-be-featured-on-shipping-wars/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/local-theme-park-memorabilia-store-to-be-featured-on-shipping-wars/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:30:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11638 MouseSurplus, a Kissimmee-based Disney Collectible clearinghouse, will be featured on the hit A&E series “Shipping Wars” next Tuesday. The winning bidder will attempt to deliver a 25-foot-tall Star Wars AT-AT Walker and an 6-foot X‐Wing Fighter to a customer in Utah. The segment was filmed on locaton at the MouseSurplus store front off U.S. 192 [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/03/local-theme-park-memorabilia-store-to-be-featured-on-shipping-wars/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/new-iceploration-show-at-busch-gardens-mixes-skating-animals-and-puppets/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/new-iceploration-show-at-busch-gardens-mixes-skating-animals-and-puppets/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 21:54:30 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11633 A brand new show started today at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Iceploration continues the theme park’s tradition of broadway style shows and ice shows in one. A cast of 20 brings to life a new adventure filled with world-class skaters, more than 75 original costumes, aerial performances, puppetry and live animals, with shows daily in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/new-iceploration-show-at-busch-gardens-mixes-skating-animals-and-puppets/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/#comments Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:34:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11631 Join hosts Heather Leonardi and Ali Flores for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • Phineas & Ferb Facebook contest: • NASA groundbreaking for space shuttle display • News in the Queue: Beards allowed for cast at Disney; Entertainment Designer Forum; Braves spring training at Disney; Universal hiring; Legoland [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/02/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-61-for-february-2-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:48:04 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11627 By Andy Guinigundo With a month of 2012 under our belts, I can’t help but be excited for the coming attractions season. There are several high profile, high-dollar attractions opening. Additionally, there are many new coasters being introduced this year including a new-to-North America coaster. Here are some of the attractions I am most anticipating [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/out-of-the-loop-2012-will-be-a-thrilling-year-with-new-attractions-all-around/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/photo-finds-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-role-playing-card-game-jan-31-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/photo-finds-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-role-playing-card-game-jan-31-2012/#comments Tue, 31 Jan 2012 16:11:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11625 By Kevin Yee The new card-based interactive game in the Magic Kingdom won’t open officially until late February, but you can test it on select days now if you get lucky. This review shows you the process and what to expect, as well as highlights some of the main features of the game, like your [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/31/photo-finds-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-role-playing-card-game-jan-31-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/magic-kingdom-fantasyland-expansion-construction-update-january-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/magic-kingdom-fantasyland-expansion-construction-update-january-2012/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 22:10:33 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11613 We stopped by the Magic Kingdom for a bit yesterday to give you the latest view of the Fantasyland expansion. Below are our video and photo close-ups and descriptions. Click on any of the photos to enlarge them. Click Here for a look at what guests can see while standing by the Mad Tea Party [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/magic-kingdom-fantasyland-expansion-construction-update-january-2012/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/phineas-and-ferbs-live-show-is-coming-to-the-ucf-arena/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/phineas-and-ferbs-live-show-is-coming-to-the-ucf-arena/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:40:13 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11603 Taking the stage on March 11 at the UCF Arena is Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever! The Disney Channel duo invites all of their friends on stage for a show produced by Feld Entertainment. Candace, Isabella, Baljeet, Buford along with Phineas and Ferb try to make the most of the last day [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/30/phineas-and-ferbs-live-show-is-coming-to-the-ucf-arena/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/#comments Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:10:49 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11605 The Estate of Michael Jackson has partnered with Cirque du Soleil to present Michael Jackson, The Immortal World Tour in Orlando on Feb. 28 and 29 at the Amway Center. This production combines Michael Jackson music and choreography with Cirque du Soleil creativity to give fans a unique view into the spirit, passion and heart [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/29/cirque-du-soleils-michael-jackson-the-immortal-world-tour-comes-to-orlando-in-february/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/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/27/legoland-florida-shares-plans-for-its-upcoming-water-park/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/27/legoland-florida-shares-plans-for-its-upcoming-water-park/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 21:52:12 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11592 Legoland Florida has shared detailed plans for their new water park, which is expected to open this May. The water park will include a lazy river, large and small slides, kids play areas and a wave pool. Water park access will be exclusively for Legoland theme park guests. “We’re very excited to share plans for [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/27/legoland-florida-shares-plans-for-its-upcoming-water-park/feed/ 0 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/2012/01/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-announces-multi-million-dollar-2012-expansion/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-announces-multi-million-dollar-2012-expansion/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:26:36 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11587 By Andy Guinigundo Carlsbad, Calif. – Last year marked the eighth straight year of increased attendance at Legoland California and a double digit increase at that over 2010. On the strength of those numbers, Legoland California has decided to put a multi-million dollar investment into the park. Legoland California General Manager Pete Ronchetti attributes the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-announces-multi-million-dollar-2012-expansion/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/atlanta-braves-2012-spring-training-dates-at-espn-wide-world-of-sports-complex/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/atlanta-braves-2012-spring-training-dates-at-espn-wide-world-of-sports-complex/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 16:12:42 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10682 The ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Disney has announced the 2012 spring training dates for the Atlanta Braves. Each Braves spring training game has a unique Disney touch. Fans will enjoy Disney character appearances and on-field fan experiences. The stadium also has a tradition of inviting the kids in the audience to run [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/atlanta-braves-2012-spring-training-dates-at-espn-wide-world-of-sports-complex/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/#comments Thu, 26 Jan 2012 14:54:15 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11581 Join hosts Heather Leonardi and Jeanette Cause for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • President Obama visits Disney World • News in the Queue: 2012 Disney Mom’s Panel; New Epcot books; Legoland’s 2012 events • SeaWorld’s TurtleTrek peek • Construction tour of Legoland’s upcoming water park • Universal [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/26/orlando-attractions-show-episode-60/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/2012/01/24/examining-and-listing-the-spell-cards-of-the-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-game-at-walt-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/24/examining-and-listing-the-spell-cards-of-the-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-game-at-walt-disney-world/#comments Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:51:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11556 The new Sorcerers of the Magic Kingdom game is currently testing at the Magic Kingdom park at Walt Disney World. It’s a role-playing, trading card game which has guests trying to defeat Disney Villains who are working to take over the theme park. Armed with magic spells in the form of special cards, players must [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/24/examining-and-listing-the-spell-cards-of-the-sorcerers-of-the-magic-kingdom-game-at-walt-disney-world/feed/ 15 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/photo-finds-walt-disney-world-and-dinosaur-world-updates-jan-23-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/photo-finds-walt-disney-world-and-dinosaur-world-updates-jan-23-2012/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 22:34:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11554 By Kevin Yee The roadside attraction Dinosaur World, about halfway to Tampa from Walt Disney World, has recently upgraded its facilities and gift shop. We take a quick photo tour of the entire location and also pause on their innovative use of QR codes. At Walt Disney World, the Exotic Driving Experience posts new signs [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/photo-finds-walt-disney-world-and-dinosaur-world-updates-jan-23-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/brand-new-animal-care-center-now-open-at-busch-gardens/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/brand-new-animal-care-center-now-open-at-busch-gardens/#comments Mon, 23 Jan 2012 21:36:31 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11545 “Jungle” Jack Hanna was on hand last week to help open the brand new Animal Care Center at Busch Gardens. Although animal care has always been happening at the theme park, the new facility better allows guests a chance to see a lot of what goes into caring for the many wild animals. Guests are [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/23/brand-new-animal-care-center-now-open-at-busch-gardens/feed/ 0 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/2012/01/21/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/2012/01/20/president-obamas-unveils-new-tourism-policy-at-the-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/20/president-obamas-unveils-new-tourism-policy-at-the-magic-kingdom/#comments Fri, 20 Jan 2012 16:10:47 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11505 President Obama made a quick stop at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom park yesterday to unveil a new policy to boost tourism. Here’s video of his full 12 minute speech and more. www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvV8YUb1aBA Main Street was closed from park opening until the President left in the afternoon. A bypass was set up backstage for guests [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/20/president-obamas-unveils-new-tourism-policy-at-the-magic-kingdom/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-59-for-january-19-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-59-for-january-19-2012/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 18:50:13 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11503 Join our hosts Mike Carr and Jeanette Cause for this week’s Orlando-area theme park and attraction news. On this week’s Show: • New Animal Care Center at Busch Gardens • News in the Queue: Universal’s Mardi Gras; Aquatica Polar Bear Plunge; Universal to celebrate 100 years • New artifacts at Titanic The Experience • Travel [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-59-for-january-19-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/legoland-florida-planning-many-special-events-throughout-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/legoland-florida-planning-many-special-events-throughout-2012/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:58:55 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11501 Legoland Florida is gearing up for for its first full year in operation in 2012 with special events geared towards families with children age 2 to 12: from Lego Friends Weekend to Brick-or-Treat. • Lego Friends Weekend is a daytime party for girls that includes a Lego Friends building event, entertainment, games, activities and more. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/legoland-florida-planning-many-special-events-throughout-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/epcot-explorers-encyclopedia-provides-an-in-depth-look-at-disney-worlds-second-theme-park/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/epcot-explorers-encyclopedia-provides-an-in-depth-look-at-disney-worlds-second-theme-park/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:33:05 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11486 After years of providing content for the Unofficial Guide series and numerous fan-based websites, researcher-turned-author R.A. Pedersen delved into his fascination with the Epcot theme park at the Walt Disney World for writing inspiration. The result is The Epcot Explorer’s Encyclopedia. It’s a guide to the flora, fauna and fun of Disney’s most ambicious theme [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/epcot-explorers-encyclopedia-provides-an-in-depth-look-at-disney-worlds-second-theme-park/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/photo-update-from-a-rainy-magic-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/photo-update-from-a-rainy-magic-kingdom/#comments Thu, 19 Jan 2012 14:30:25 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11488 The day before President Obama was due to give a speech at the Magic Kingdom the weather was cold and rainy. The red, white and blue banners hung for Obama’s speech became very wet. The afternoon Celebrate A Dream Come True parade was canceled due to the weather, but The Rainy Day Parade gave guests [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/19/photo-update-from-a-rainy-magic-kingdom/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/2012-walt-disney-world-moms-panel-announced-expands-categories-becomes-bilingual/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/2012-walt-disney-world-moms-panel-announced-expands-categories-becomes-bilingual/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 21:08:20 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11431 New features and areas of expertise are now available to those seeking wisdom from the Walt Disney World Moms Panel. New in 2012, panel members will be able to receive and answer guests’ questions in Spanish as well as English. This year also marks the first-ever Disneyland Resort and runDisney Specialists on the site. Introduced [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/2012-walt-disney-world-moms-panel-announced-expands-categories-becomes-bilingual/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/new-book-explores-walt-disney-and-his-prized-epcot-project/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/new-book-explores-walt-disney-and-his-prized-epcot-project/#comments Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:03:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11483 In the middle of Central Florida swamplands and ranch property, Walt Disney aspired to build the greatest American city ever conceived – Epcot. While Disney would die before realizing this epic achievement, he still left behind the blueprint for one of the boldest and most unique projects ever proposed on American soil. Walt and the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/18/new-book-explores-walt-disney-and-his-prized-epcot-project/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/17/president-obama-coming-to-disney-world-no-guest-access-but-entertainment-options-have-been-added/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/17/president-obama-coming-to-disney-world-no-guest-access-but-entertainment-options-have-been-added/#comments Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:05:32 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11479 We don’t know if he officially said the line, but President Obama is “going to Disney World”. He’ll be on Main Street U.S.A. this Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012, to be exact. But unfortunately park guests won’t be able to see him without a ticket from the White House. (Except for his animatronic version in the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/17/president-obama-coming-to-disney-world-no-guest-access-but-entertainment-options-have-been-added/feed/ 9