http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Thu, 09 Feb 2012 02:12:19 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 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/2012/01/31/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/2012/01/30/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/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/#comments Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:59:54 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11566 A brand new parade and nighttime fountain show are just two of the new things guests will find at Universal Orlando this year as they celebrate 100 years of Universal movies. Also announced today are the opening times for their new Dispicable Me attraction and their upgraded Spider-Man ride, plus a new show for the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/25/new-lagoon-show-parade-and-more-planned-this-year-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/#comments Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:24:33 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11517 We spent a couple of days at Universal Orlando this past week and saw many new and interesting things at both parks and in CityWalk. Here’s what caught our eye. As you enter CityWalk, you’ll notice construction of the mini-golf courses is coming along well. Check out our full miniature golf photo update here. In [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/21/photo-update-a-look-at-whats-new-and-interesting-at-universal-orlando-january-2012/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/10/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/2012/01/06/test-track-ride-at-epcot-to-be-redesigned-as-a-chevrolet-design-center/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/06/test-track-ride-at-epcot-to-be-redesigned-as-a-chevrolet-design-center/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:49:59 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11342 Disney and General Motors have renewed a multi-year agreement and will be reimagining the Test Track attraction at Epcot. After a refurbishment, this fall guests will design custom Chevrolet vehicles and test out their design on the test track. As part of the redesign, the focus of the attraction will be on Chevy and on [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/06/test-track-ride-at-epcot-to-be-redesigned-as-a-chevrolet-design-center/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/many-new-attractions-and-experiences-coming-for-disney-fans-in-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/many-new-attractions-and-experiences-coming-for-disney-fans-in-2012/#comments Sun, 01 Jan 2012 16:19:24 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10879 Guests will be able to enjoy new experiences at Walt Disney World, Disney Cruise Line and Disneyland in 2012. Here is a list of what will open this new year. Sections of the new Fantasyland at the Magic Kingdom will open early in 2012. In February the first phase of the Fantasyland expansion will be [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/01/01/many-new-attractions-and-experiences-coming-for-disney-fans-in-2012/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/2011/12/11/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/2011/12/10/katsura-grill-opens-at-epcot-plus-other-park-updates/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/10/katsura-grill-opens-at-epcot-plus-other-park-updates/#comments Sat, 10 Dec 2011 14:11:34 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10908 The Katsura Grill opened this week at the Japan pavilion, after a refurbishment that began in August. This used to be called Yakitori House. The new theme is the strolling gardens at the Katsura Imperial Villa outside Kyoto, Japan. In these photos the bright white rock looks like a dusting of snow. These exterior benches are [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/10/katsura-grill-opens-at-epcot-plus-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/2011/12/04/fantasyland-update-new-dumbo-topper-spotted-in-storybook-circus-site-and-other-photo-finds/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/fantasyland-update-new-dumbo-topper-spotted-in-storybook-circus-site-and-other-photo-finds/#comments Sun, 04 Dec 2011 20:15:59 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10830 The tall center of one of the two new Dumbo spinning rides is now visible over the construction wall of Storybook Circus, in the Magic Kingdom’s Fantasyland expansion. Beautiful elements of the Dumbo story can be seen. The stork is delivering Dumbo, and Mrs. Jumbo looks proudly upon Dumbo’s flight. Note also some paint tests [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/04/fantasyland-update-new-dumbo-topper-spotted-in-storybook-circus-site-and-other-photo-finds/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/03/theme-park-connection-warehouse-opens-a-look-around/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/03/theme-park-connection-warehouse-opens-a-look-around/#comments Sat, 03 Dec 2011 19:36:54 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10813 The Theme Park Connection Warehouse held its grand opening this morning, and collectors flooded the aisles finding both long-sought treasures and great deals. The 4,000-sq.-ft. space is filled floor to ceiling with memorabilia.]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/12/03/theme-park-connection-warehouse-opens-a-look-around/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/29/details-announced-for-new-legoland-florida-water-park/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/29/details-announced-for-new-legoland-florida-water-park/#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 16:33:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10761 A day before their official opening, Legoland Florida announced they would be opening a water park in 2012. Their first ever expansion is slated to open by next summer. The new water park will feature a wave pool, Build-A-Raft lazy river, tube slides, body slides and an interactive water-play structure called Duplo Safari. “We’re very [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/29/details-announced-for-new-legoland-florida-water-park/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/#comments Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:01:26 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10680 Join host Bob Buchanan and kid reporter Quinn at Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party as they bring you highlights from the night and all of the attractions news of the week. On this week’s The Show: • Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party: decorations, foods, dancing, lights • SeaWorld announcement of three new attractions • News [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/17/orlando-the-show-episode-50/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/14/photo-finds-detailed-theme-park-updates-for-the-week-of-november-14-2011/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/14/photo-finds-detailed-theme-park-updates-for-the-week-of-november-14-2011/#comments Tue, 15 Nov 2011 01:42:09 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10612 By Kevin Yee We have a lot of updates to get to this week: www.youtube.com/watch?v=TsCRJgd-rps • Holiday decorations up at Magic Kingdom • Posters down at Toontown train station; new structure visible • Cheshire Café replaces Enchanted Grove; keeps menu • Fantasyland Construction pics: themed bridge visible outside Under the Sea; trees now clumped to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/14/photo-finds-detailed-theme-park-updates-for-the-week-of-november-14-2011/feed/ 5 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/08/seaworld-announces-three-new-attractions-antarctic-ride-3d-turtle-theater-plus-freshwater-oasis-at-discovery-cove/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/08/seaworld-announces-three-new-attractions-antarctic-ride-3d-turtle-theater-plus-freshwater-oasis-at-discovery-cove/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2011 21:11:46 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10565 SeaWorld Orlando have announced their plans for two new attractions at SeaWorld and one for Discovery Cove. Look for a 3D/360 experience called TurtleTrek and Freshwater Oasis at Discovery Cove next spring, and a new Antarctic area with a new ride at SeaWorld in spring 2013. The new attractions represent the biggest expansions in the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/08/seaworld-announces-three-new-attractions-antarctic-ride-3d-turtle-theater-plus-freshwater-oasis-at-discovery-cove/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/03/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-48/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/03/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-48/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2011 16:01:46 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10513 Join hosts Bob Buchanan and Regina Fernandez for all this week’s theme park and attractions news. www.youtube.com/watch?v=ftb8545xIfQ On this week’s show: • Epcot Food & Wine Festival • News in the Queue – Legoland app, Kennedy Space Center VAB tour, Disney dining cancellation fee, Roar & Soar, new resort opens, Children’s Miracle Network, Photo Finds, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/03/orlando-attractions-magazine-the-show-episode-48/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/26/legoland-florida-introduces-free-interactive-mobile-app/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/26/legoland-florida-introduces-free-interactive-mobile-app/#comments Wed, 26 Oct 2011 20:45:42 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10452 Legoland Florida has a developed a free app for both iPhone and Android users. The interactive app features information about the new theme park with certain features that can be used inside or outside the park. The app has many features that will assist in planning a trip to Legoland. Users can find operating times, [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/26/legoland-florida-introduces-free-interactive-mobile-app/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/24/monorail-peach-joins-the-disney-transportation-fleet/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/24/monorail-peach-joins-the-disney-transportation-fleet/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 14:52:52 +0000 Don Gworek http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10400 The Walt Disney World monorail count is back at 12 with the recent addition of Monorail Peach to the rails. Peach is the newest stripe color since Monorail Teal, which was created from sections of two other trains. But really, the Tronorail was between Teal and Peach. Tronorail was Monorail Coral, covered with temporary graphics [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/24/monorail-peach-joins-the-disney-transportation-fleet/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/22/new-wyndham-grand-orlando-resort-opens-in-bonnet-creek-surrounded-by-walt-disney-world/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/22/new-wyndham-grand-orlando-resort-opens-in-bonnet-creek-surrounded-by-walt-disney-world/#comments Sat, 22 Oct 2011 19:15:39 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10397 Orlando’s newest hotel opened on Oct. 1, 2011. The Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort is located in Bonnet Creek, which is surrounded by Walt Disney World property. The Wyndham Grand Orlando joins a Hilton, Waldorff Astoria and Wyndham Bonnet Creek Resort timeshares in the Bonet Creek area. The hotel, located at 14651 Chelonia Parkway, is managed [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/22/new-wyndham-grand-orlando-resort-opens-in-bonnet-creek-surrounded-by-walt-disney-world/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/19/magic-kingdom-parking-lot-welcomes-disney-heroes-and-villains-and-a-new-procedure/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/19/magic-kingdom-parking-lot-welcomes-disney-heroes-and-villains-and-a-new-procedure/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 18:13:26 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10368 The parking lot at Magic Kingdom has been retimed and retooled to incorporate the names of Disney Heroes and Villains. Say “hello” to Woody, Aladdin, Simba, Hook, Scar, Zurg and a half dozen other goodies and baddies. They have replaced sections named for “classic” Disney characters and Dwarfs. New names for sections of the lot [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/19/magic-kingdom-parking-lot-welcomes-disney-heroes-and-villains-and-a-new-procedure/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/interactive-character-testing-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-headed-for-hong-kong-disneyland/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/interactive-character-testing-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-headed-for-hong-kong-disneyland/#comments Wed, 12 Oct 2011 15:24:25 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10334 Guests at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week got a rare chance to meet a new character that they’ll have to go a long way to see again. Imagineers were testing out an unusual character called Cubot before he/she heads to Hong Kong. As you can see above and in the video below, Cubot is a [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/10/12/interactive-character-testing-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-headed-for-hong-kong-disneyland/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/18/first-look-at-legoland-floridas-park-map-and-logo-merchandise/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/18/first-look-at-legoland-floridas-park-map-and-logo-merchandise/#comments Sun, 18 Sep 2011 15:17:45 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9935 Legoland Florida started welcoming guests to their front gate this weekend to pick up their annual passes. Although the gates to get in Florida’s newest theme park are not yet open, those picking up their passes had the opportunity to buy some Lego merchandise, get a park map and meet a couple of Lego characters. [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/18/first-look-at-legoland-floridas-park-map-and-logo-merchandise/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/09/busch-gardens-announces-iceploration-new-stage-show-will-combine-skating-puppets-and-live-animals/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/09/busch-gardens-announces-iceploration-new-stage-show-will-combine-skating-puppets-and-live-animals/#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2011 14:33:43 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9862 Busch Gardens Tampa Bay has announced a new show for their Morrocan Palace Theater. Iceploration will begin daily showings on Feb. 2, 2012 featuring ice skating, puppetry and live animals. It will be the largest, most ambitious ice show Busch Gardens has ever done. The 30-minute show opens with Austin, a digital-savvy preteen, explaining how [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/09/busch-gardens-announces-iceploration-new-stage-show-will-combine-skating-puppets-and-live-animals/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/#comments Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:27:15 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9844 Column by Andy Guinigundo To bolster my claim that the wing rider coaster will be the next big thing in coaster construction (check out my previous story Here), Dollywood announced Sunday that it would open the first wing rider roller coaster in the United States. The third announced Bolliger & Mabillard wing rider coaster this [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/06/out-of-the-loop-dollywood%e2%80%99s-wild-eagle-to-be-first-u-s-wing-rider-coaster/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/02/out-of-the-loop-the-rise-of-the-wing-rider-coasters/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/02/out-of-the-loop-the-rise-of-the-wing-rider-coasters/#comments Fri, 02 Sep 2011 21:03:18 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9835 Column by Andy Guinigundo This week, Six Flags Great America near Chicago announced that the X Flight roller coaster would be built with an expected debut date of 2012. This announcement marked the third major announcement of a wing rider coaster being constructed for next year. With the opening of Furius Baco (Intamin) at PortAventura [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/02/out-of-the-loop-the-rise-of-the-wing-rider-coasters/feed/ 4 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/31/lucky-kids-get-to-try-our-four-legoland-florida-rides-before-the-opening/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/31/lucky-kids-get-to-try-our-four-legoland-florida-rides-before-the-opening/#comments Wed, 31 Aug 2011 17:41:04 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9820 Twenty-two lucky kids got to go to school recently. No, not that sort of school, these kids and their parents got to go to the still under construction Legoland Florida and try out their version of flying and driving school, plus two other rides. They soared in flight, drove their own Lego cars, trekked an [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/31/lucky-kids-get-to-try-our-four-legoland-florida-rides-before-the-opening/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-to-add-a-lego-hotel/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-to-add-a-lego-hotel/#comments Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:03:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9762 By Andy Guinigundo Carlsbad, Calif. – With the doors of Legoland Florida not yet opened for business, its West Coast counterpart, Legoland California, has announced major expansion plans. Perhaps the theme of recent years at Legoland California would be “Here we grow again!” Going back to 2008, Sea Life Aquarium opened. This attraction includes over [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/26/out-of-the-loop-legoland-california-to-add-a-lego-hotel/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 18:49:23 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9751 Join hosts Sam Sanders and Bob Buchanan as they bring you all the latest attractions news from around Central Florida. www.youtube.com/watch?v=6e34Huu13mU In this week’s episode: - See the new, interactive Disney Store at The Florida Mall - Get backstage at the Nerf Dart World Championships - Learn how to beat a heat-induced bad mood - [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/25/the-show-episode-38/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/24/reimagined-disney-store-opens-in-the-florida-mall/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/24/reimagined-disney-store-opens-in-the-florida-mall/#comments Wed, 24 Aug 2011 20:43:27 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9720 The Disney Store in the Florida Mall reopened this morning after being closed for conversion into a redesigned, interactive store. This Orlando store joins the growing list of newly-designed stores already opened around the world. By the end of the year, the specialty retailer will have 60 new concept stores in 16 major cities in [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/24/reimagined-disney-store-opens-in-the-florida-mall/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/12/apricot-lane-boutique-now-open-at-downtown-disney/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/12/apricot-lane-boutique-now-open-at-downtown-disney/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 18:22:01 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9670 Husbands, hold on to your wallets the next time you’re strolling through Pleasure Island at Downtown Disney. A new ladies boutique opened their doors today. But at least they have a couple of comfortable chairs for the guys to relax in. Apricot Lane carries branded fashion apparel, jewelry, handbags and accessories. Brands carried include Miss [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/12/apricot-lane-boutique-now-open-at-downtown-disney/feed/ 9 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/04/busch-gardens-releases-official-mobile-app/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/04/busch-gardens-releases-official-mobile-app/#comments Thu, 04 Aug 2011 22:50:12 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9632 Busch Gardens has launched a new official interactive iPhone and Android application. The free app is now available in the iTunes App Store and will be coming soon to the Android Market. This is the first time that Busch Gardens has utilized GPS technology to guide guests through the park. The app is designed to [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/04/busch-gardens-releases-official-mobile-app/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/#comments Wed, 03 Aug 2011 17:42:47 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9619 By Andy Guinigundo Santa Claus, Ind. – 75 miles west of Louisville, Ky. is the town of Santa Claus, Ind. Fittingly, the amusement park that resides in Santa Claus is named Holiday World. Each different area of the park is themed a different holiday. The water park portion of Holiday World is Splashin’ Safari. These [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/03/out-of-the-loop-holiday-world-announces-longest-water-coaster-again/feed/ 3