http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Wed, 16 May 2012 21:25:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/worlds-largest-lego-tower-built-in-korea/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/worlds-largest-lego-tower-built-in-korea/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 21:25:35 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12681 In celebration of Lego Group’s 80th birthday, Lego Korea has built a tower to beat the previous 103-foot, eight-inch record set in France. Last Sunday night, the Crown Prince of Denmark placed the last record breaking brick on the tower that reached 104-feet and seven inches. Armed with over 500,000 bricks, 4,000 children contest winners [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/worlds-largest-lego-tower-built-in-korea/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/putting-for-patriots-event-at-pirates-cove-adventure-golf/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/putting-for-patriots-event-at-pirates-cove-adventure-golf/#comments Wed, 16 May 2012 20:22:18 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12677 Pirate’s Cove Adventure Golf and Jungle Golf in the Orlando area are hosting the Sixth Annual “Putting for Patriots” fundraiser through Monday, May 28. This national event will occur simultaneously at 33 Pirate’s Cove, Pirate’s Island and Jungle Golf miniature golf courses throughout the United States. The event will culminate on Memorial Day weekend and support [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/16/putting-for-patriots-event-at-pirates-cove-adventure-golf/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/medieval-times-dinner-and-tournament-unveils-new-live-performance/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/medieval-times-dinner-and-tournament-unveils-new-live-performance/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 21:15:02 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12660 Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament, known as North America’s longest running dinner attraction, is premiering their new first new show since 2007 on June 26, 2012. The show will offer many new elements while the most popular traditions remain. Almost two years in the making, the new show will feature even more audience favorites such [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/15/medieval-times-dinner-and-tournament-unveils-new-live-performance/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/2012/05/14/star-wars-weekends-2012-starts-friday-a-look-at-disneys-funny-promotional-ads-and-videos/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/star-wars-weekends-2012-starts-friday-a-look-at-disneys-funny-promotional-ads-and-videos/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 20:00:55 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12663 This weekend, Star Wars Weekends 2012 will kick off at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. As they do each year, Disney released some promotional images that combine both Walt Disney World and Star Wars elements, plus some very funny videos taking a look “behind the scenes”. Above and below are this year’s promotional images. The images were [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/star-wars-weekends-2012-starts-friday-a-look-at-disneys-funny-promotional-ads-and-videos/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/photo-finds-fantasyland-disney-parks-updates-plus-universals-parade-and-lagoon-show-may-14-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/photo-finds-fantasyland-disney-parks-updates-plus-universals-parade-and-lagoon-show-may-14-2012/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 17:38:29 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12661 By Kevin Yee We take you to see what’s new at the Disney parks plus to Universal Studios for their new parade and lagoon show on this week’s Photo Finds: At Walt Disney World, the Build a Droid counter has opened, and a new Muppet display greets visitors in the Stage 1 store. More progress [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/photo-finds-fantasyland-disney-parks-updates-plus-universals-parade-and-lagoon-show-may-14-2012/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/travel-channel-roller-coaster-series-to-feature-seaworld-and-busch-gardens-vote-for-your-favorite/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/travel-channel-roller-coaster-series-to-feature-seaworld-and-busch-gardens-vote-for-your-favorite/#comments Mon, 14 May 2012 15:31:10 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12647 The Travel Channel will soon be featuring Busch Gardens Tampa’s Sheikra and Montu along with SeaWorld Orlando’s Manta and Kraken thrill rides in a series about the best roller coasters in the U.S entitled Insane Coaster Wars. They’re inviting thrill-seekers to settle the battle once and for all and find the best of the best [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/14/travel-channel-roller-coaster-series-to-feature-seaworld-and-busch-gardens-vote-for-your-favorite/feed/ 1 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/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/the-directors-eye-theme-parks-bring-us-closer-together/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/the-directors-eye-theme-parks-bring-us-closer-together/#comments Thu, 10 May 2012 21:01:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12650 By Audrey Brown I admit, I spend a disproportionate amount of time in Orlando’s theme parks. But to be fair, I have the excuse of saying that I’m there for work reasons. This is a luxury I don’t take lightly, as I know how many people (Especially those who read our magazine and watch Orlando [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/the-directors-eye-theme-parks-bring-us-closer-together/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/news-in-the-queue-new-parade-despicable-me-fastpass-capt-jack-merida-more-may-10-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/news-in-the-queue-new-parade-despicable-me-fastpass-capt-jack-merida-more-may-10-2012/#comments Thu, 10 May 2012 16:36:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12649 Host Banks Lee brings you up to date in Florida’s theme park news. Here’s what’s in the queue this week: • New Superstar Parade and lagoon show at Universal Studios • Despicable Me facade revealed • Testing new Fastpass systems • Legend of Capt. Jack coming to Hollywood Studios • Fantasyland update • Meet Merida [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/10/news-in-the-queue-new-parade-despicable-me-fastpass-capt-jack-merida-more-may-10-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/08/mummies-of-the-world-exhibit-now-open-at-mosi-in-tampa/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/08/mummies-of-the-world-exhibit-now-open-at-mosi-in-tampa/#comments Tue, 08 May 2012 15:42:26 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12555 The Mummies of the World exhibition officially opened last week at MOSI in Tampa (Museum of Science and Industry). Nearly 5,000 people were in attendance on opening weekend and is proving to be a success as the exhibition’s exclusive Florida engagement. Mummies of the World presents a never-before-seen collection of rare mummies from around the world, including [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/08/mummies-of-the-world-exhibit-now-open-at-mosi-in-tampa/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/carbon-freeze-me-experience-to-debut-at-star-wars-weekends-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/carbon-freeze-me-experience-to-debut-at-star-wars-weekends-2012/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 20:43:36 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12642 Debuting at this years Star Wars Weekends at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, guests will have the opportunity to relive the famous carbon freezing scene from The Empire Strikes Back with “Carbon-Freeze Me”. This new retail experience was created especially for Disney Parks. Using imaging technology, this experience casts your likeness as a three-dimensional, eight-inch figurine inside [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/carbon-freeze-me-experience-to-debut-at-star-wars-weekends-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/photo-finds-fastpass-plus-tree-of-life-netting-tutto-italia-and-more-may-7-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/photo-finds-fastpass-plus-tree-of-life-netting-tutto-italia-and-more-may-7-2012/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 19:10:10 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12641 By Kevin Yee Vertical construction has begun at the Grand Floridian DVC timeshares, and little tweaks continue throughout the parks, like a Duffy push for Mother’s Day and new windsocks on the World Showcase Lagoon. But the little stuff this week pales next to the big news stories. Fatspass Plus, the “ahead of time” ride [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/07/photo-finds-fastpass-plus-tree-of-life-netting-tutto-italia-and-more-may-7-2012/feed/ 1 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/2012/05/05/exclusive-interview-with-phineas-and-ferb-creators-and-voice-talent-at-special-disney-event/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/exclusive-interview-with-phineas-and-ferb-creators-and-voice-talent-at-special-disney-event/#comments Sat, 05 May 2012 15:25:59 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12629 During Walt Disney World’s Summer To Remember press event, we attended a special Phineas and Ferb’s Backyard BBQ at the Fort Wilderness Campgrounds. The hit Disney Channel show’s Co-Creators Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” March, and Voice Actor Vincent Martella spoke with the press about what they think Phineas and Ferb would do at Disney [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/05/exclusive-interview-with-phineas-and-ferb-creators-and-voice-talent-at-special-disney-event/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/#comments Thu, 03 May 2012 14:14:44 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12625 Host Banks Lee brings you this week’s latest attractions news and updates. Here’s what’s in the queue this week: • Turtletrek opens at SeaWorld • SeaWorld’s next attraction • No more plastic bags at SeaWorld parks • Give Kids the World celebration • Sounds Like Summer at Epcot • More info on the next Test [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/03/news-in-the-queue-turtletrek-antarctica-test-track-new-fantasyland-and-more-may-3-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/merida-from-disney-pixars-brave-makes-her-debut-at-disney-parks-video/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/merida-from-disney-pixars-brave-makes-her-debut-at-disney-parks-video/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 18:50:00 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12620 Merida, the heroine of Disney-Pixar’s upcoming movie Brave has been spotted at Epcot, meeting a few guests before she moves to her new area in the Magic Kingdom. Here’s a look: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bdTefwS039U Although you may spot Merida at Epcot for now, in a couple of weeks she’ll start appearing in the Fairytale Garden in Fantasyland, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/merida-from-disney-pixars-brave-makes-her-debut-at-disney-parks-video/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/movie-review-marvels-the-avengers-smash-their-way-into-a-summer-hit/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/movie-review-marvels-the-avengers-smash-their-way-into-a-summer-hit/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 17:35:24 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12615 By Audrey Brown Before I get into the finer points of Marvel’s The Avengers, allow me to make a very important statement on the symbolism and deeper meaning of this film. HULK SMASH! (Some very minor spoilers ensue, but nothing about the ending.) Here’s the simplest truth about Marvel’s The Avengers. It delivers. In every [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/movie-review-marvels-the-avengers-smash-their-way-into-a-summer-hit/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/new-roller-coaster-experience-tour-available-at-busch-gardens-tampa/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/new-roller-coaster-experience-tour-available-at-busch-gardens-tampa/#comments Wed, 02 May 2012 13:40:56 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12587 Busch Gardens Tampa is taking guests behind the scenes of their world-class coasters in a new Roller Coaster Experience Tour. From Sheikra to Cheetah Hunt, guests can learn what makes these rides so dynamic and then take a seat and experience the design and engineering in action. This new early morning tour takes you behind [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/02/new-roller-coaster-experience-tour-available-at-busch-gardens-tampa/feed/ 0 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/2012/05/01/new-tutto-gusto-wine-cellar-now-open-at-epcot/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/new-tutto-gusto-wine-cellar-now-open-at-epcot/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 19:24:39 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12584 The Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar officially opened in the Italy pavilion at Epcot today. The new wine bar is a space that was “discovered” as Tutto Italia restaurant was being remodeled (Tutto Italia also reopened today). The new location features many wines and small plates of food. Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar offers a variety of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/new-tutto-gusto-wine-cellar-now-open-at-epcot/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/fantasyland-photo-update-second-dumbo-spinner-construction-casey-jr-installed-and-more/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/fantasyland-photo-update-second-dumbo-spinner-construction-casey-jr-installed-and-more/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 18:16:34 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12545 With the announcement of a July opening for the rest of Storybook Circus and a “in time for the holiday season” opening of the remaining expansion (besides the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train coaster in 2014), construction is in full swing. Above is a view of the second spinner for Dumbo The Flying Elephant which recently [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/fantasyland-photo-update-second-dumbo-spinner-construction-casey-jr-installed-and-more/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/orlando-attractions-show-may-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/orlando-attractions-show-may-2012/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 16:28:49 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12581 It’s still spring in Orlando and Heather Leonardi and Ali Flores are celebrating that by bringing you the first hour-long episode of The Show from the Epcot International Flower and Garden Festival! Episode 70 is taking you behind-the-scenes for a coaster tour at Busch Gardens, geeking out in the famed Vehicle Assembly Building at the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/orlando-attractions-show-may-2012/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/online-version-of-disneys-passholder-newsletter-reports-new-pirates-attraction-coming-to-hollywood-studios/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/online-version-of-disneys-passholder-newsletter-reports-new-pirates-attraction-coming-to-hollywood-studios/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 15:49:12 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12578 According to the online version of Disney’s passholder newsletter, Mickey Monitor, a new Pirates of the Caribbean experience called ‘The Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow’ will debut this summer at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. The article says the new walk-through attraction will have guests “enveloped by the world of the Pirates of the Caribbean as seen in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/01/online-version-of-disneys-passholder-newsletter-reports-new-pirates-attraction-coming-to-hollywood-studios/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/a-time-lapse-look-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/a-time-lapse-look-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 18:26:08 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12553 It’s that time again, time for another time lapse video. This month’s video is of Disney’s Animal Kingdom and features clips from various spots around the park. Rides featured include Expedition Everest, Dinosaur and Kilmanjaro Safaris. This video also features the iconic Tree of Life and the popular Festival of the Lion King show. Take [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/a-time-lapse-look-at-disneys-animal-kingdom/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photo-finds-casey-jr-progress-new-fastpass-readers-and-more-magic-kingdom-and-epcot-updates-april-30-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photo-finds-casey-jr-progress-new-fastpass-readers-and-more-magic-kingdom-and-epcot-updates-april-30-2012/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:31:36 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12550 By Kevin Yee There are incremental changes as always in the parks (more pylons for Seven Dwarfs Mine Coaster, a new play area for kids outside Innoventions’ Vision House, railings installed at Big Thunder along the track), but the big news this week will be the test of Fastpass Plus, the reserve-rides-from-home technology previously called [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photo-finds-casey-jr-progress-new-fastpass-readers-and-more-magic-kingdom-and-epcot-updates-april-30-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photos-videos-from-busch-gardens-first-ever-grad-nite/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photos-videos-from-busch-gardens-first-ever-grad-nite/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 14:52:09 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12531 Last Friday night, April 27, 2012, Busch Gardens Tampa kicked off their first ever 12th grade Grad Nite. The event featured performances by pop rock band Cobra Starship and comedian Gabriel Inglesias, DJ’s throughout the streets, riding coasters at night and more. Elmo was on hand in his graduation attire to take photos with grads. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/photos-videos-from-busch-gardens-first-ever-grad-nite/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 13:41:35 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12548 Both Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando will be testing the next version of their Express and Fastpass systems during May 2012. The two theme park companies will be trying two very different concepts. Disney’s current Fastpass system offers free tickets to guests in the parks with a time printed for them to return to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/30/disney-and-universal-to-begin-testing-the-next-version-of-their-skip-the-line-passes/feed/ 7 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 20:13:06 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12532 Get ready to rock and roll as seven of the most popular tribute bands are set to perform this summer at Epcot. The annual Sounds Like Summer concert series will be held from June 10 to July 28. Seven tribute bands will recreate classic hits from musical icons under the stars. Concerts, which are included [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/28/bands-and-dates-announced-for-epcots-sounds-like-summer-concert-series-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:18:19 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12524 This July and “Holidays 2012″ are the next two milestones for openings in the multi-year expansion of the New Fantasyland, Disney announced today. At the “What’s New, What’s Next” presentation earlier today, Disney released details on the next two phases of openings for the attractions and restaurants planned for New Fantasyland at Magic Kingdom Park. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/opening-dates-and-more-details-shared-for-new-fantasyland/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/test-track-designs-and-concept-art-released/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/test-track-designs-and-concept-art-released/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 20:59:41 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12522 As part of this morning’s “What’s New, What’s Next” presentation at Walt Disney World, Imagineers revealed a closer look at the new design that is coming to the updated version of Test Track. The new design will be presented by Chevrolett. The new experiences in Test Track will begin in an interactive queue, filled with [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/test-track-designs-and-concept-art-released/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/seaworld-orlando-opens-turtletrek-3d-360-dome-attraction/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/seaworld-orlando-opens-turtletrek-3d-360-dome-attraction/#comments Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:52:30 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12520 SeaWorld Orlando’s newest attraction, TurtleTrek is now officially open. It combines up-close encounters with manatees and sea turtles and state-of-the art entertainment with a first-of-its-kind 3D 360 degree dome theater film. Guests first visit two massive naturalistic habitats, home to manatees and sea turtles, learning what makes each species so unique. They’ll then enter a domed [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/27/seaworld-orlando-opens-turtletrek-3d-360-dome-attraction/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/phineas-and-ferb-to-present-summer-version-of-the-magic-the-memories-and-you-projection-show/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/phineas-and-ferb-to-present-summer-version-of-the-magic-the-memories-and-you-projection-show/#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 19:28:12 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12514 On May 25, the summer version of the Magic Kingdom’s nighttime show “The Magic, the Memories, and You!” will debut at the Magic Kingdom. Disney Channel stars Phineas and Ferb will kick off a rockin’ summer celebration that visits the beach, the jungle and under the sea with favorite Disney characters and cherished Disney music. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/phineas-and-ferb-to-present-summer-version-of-the-magic-the-memories-and-you-projection-show/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/news-in-the-queue-test-track-vision-house-cinematic-spectacular-more-april-26-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/news-in-the-queue-test-track-vision-house-cinematic-spectacular-more-april-26-2012/#comments Thu, 26 Apr 2012 18:23:53 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12511 In the queue this week, host Banks Lee will bring you the latest Central Florida theme park and attractions news: Test Track refurbishment Vision House grand opening at Epcot Busch Gardens Tampa baby aardvark Busch Gardens Tampa cheetah and dog anniversary Universal’s Cinematic Spectacular technical rehearsals Kennedy Space Center Discovery celebration Starbucks coming soon to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/26/news-in-the-queue-test-track-vision-house-cinematic-spectacular-more-april-26-2012/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/25/seaworld-and-busch-gardens-parks-say-good-bye-to-plastic-bags/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/25/seaworld-and-busch-gardens-parks-say-good-bye-to-plastic-bags/#comments Wed, 25 Apr 2012 17:37:00 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12507 Within the next year, the 10 theme parks of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment will be going green by eliminating plastic shopping bags and replacing them with paper shopping bags. Park gift shops will offer paper bags made from 100 percent recycled paper or guests can choose to purchase reusable bags. This move will keep an estimated [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/04/25/seaworld-and-busch-gardens-parks-say-good-bye-to-plastic-bags/feed/ 3