http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog Orlando area attractions and theme park information and news Fri, 25 May 2012 14:26:38 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/25/transformers-ride-opening-next-week-at-universal-studios-hollywood/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/25/transformers-ride-opening-next-week-at-universal-studios-hollywood/#comments Fri, 25 May 2012 14:24:15 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=12314 Over at Universal Studios Hollywood, Autobots and Decepticons are now battling in the new theme park ride, Transformers: The Ride – 3D. The grand opening event was held yesterday, May 24, 2012. Transformers: The Ride is 3D is being dubbed as the next generation of theme park rides. The ride follows in the footsteps of [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/05/25/transformers-ride-opening-next-week-at-universal-studios-hollywood/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/2012/05/01/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/2012/04/10/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/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 20:09:11 +0000 Anthony Armenia http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=11670 The Blue Man Group Insiders will be holding a Fan Meet on Saturday, March 3, 2012 to commemorate the brand new show opening. It will take place at the Sharp Aquos Theatre at Universal Orlando Resort. The new show includes material from the National American Tour along with never before seen content. Attendees will be able to get [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2012/02/09/blue-man-group-insiders-holding-a-fan-meet-march-3/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/2012/01/26/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/2012/01/25/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/2012/01/03/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/2011/12/19/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/2011/12/02/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/2011/11/16/history-center-gives-guests-a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-universal-orlando/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/history-center-gives-guests-a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-universal-orlando/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 20:21:42 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=10604 “The Serious Art of Make-Believe” is a limited-time exhibition at The Orange County Regional History Center, which goes behind the scenes in Universal’s Art and Design Department. The exhibit runs until April 29, 2012. More than 200 original detailed drawings, architectural plans and models are among the 1,000 pieces of artwork and artifacts from the [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/11/16/history-center-gives-guests-a-behind-the-scenes-look-at-universal-orlando/feed/ 0 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/2011/09/22/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/2011/09/14/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/2011/09/07/royal-caribbeans-universal-orlando-package-offers-land-and-sea-deals-from-both-coasts-of-florida/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/07/royal-caribbeans-universal-orlando-package-offers-land-and-sea-deals-from-both-coasts-of-florida/#comments Wed, 07 Sep 2011 18:43:58 +0000 Darcie Vance http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9785 Royal Caribbean and Universal Orlando are now offering packages from both the East Coast and the West Coast of Florida. The land and sea vacation packages combine a three- or four-night stay at Universal Orlando Resort with a three- or four-night Bahamas cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s Monarch of the Seas, a four- or five-night Western Caribbean [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/09/07/royal-caribbeans-universal-orlando-package-offers-land-and-sea-deals-from-both-coasts-of-florida/feed/ 1 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 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/#comments Mon, 29 Aug 2011 18:30:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9676 On the weekend of Sept. 9 and 10, Christian music artists will be taking over two Orlando theme parks for special-ticket events. Rock the Universe returns to Universal Studios, featuring performances by 17 Christian music artists, guest speakers, candlelight ceremonies, and all-new fan zone, and Night of Joy returns to the Magic Kingdom with live performances by [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/29/universal-and-disney-bring-christian-music-back-to-their-parks-sept-9-and-10/feed/ 3 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/#comments Sun, 14 Aug 2011 13:38:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9674 Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 21, running from Sept. 30 to Oct. 31, will be offering special RIP tours and Behind the Screams tours for dedicated fans. RIP Tours There will be two RIP tours offered – one for private parties of groups up to 10, and one for non-private parties. The Private RIP Tour starts [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/14/halloween-horror-nights-to-offer-rip-and-behind-the-screams-tours/feed/ 0 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/#comments Fri, 05 Aug 2011 17:54:52 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9635 Universal has kicked their Halloween Horror Nights marketing into high gear. They’ve opened an official twitter account, beefed up their Facebook page, started a new game on their website and sent their first package to the media. Since it’s the 21st Halloween Horror Nights, the theme seems to play off the game of blackjack, or [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/08/05/halloween-horror-nights-clues-have-started-the-theme-is-all-about-choice-and-luck/feed/ 1 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:07:28 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9424 Feeling lucky punk? It’s year 21 for halloween Horror Nights at Universal Orlando so this year’s theme seems to be all about luck and chance. Universal has updated their Halloween Horror Nights website and tickets are now on sale for the event, which runs on 25 nights from Sept. 23 to Oct. 31, 2011. Here’s [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/28/ready-to-try-your-luck-at-halloween-horror-nights-2012/feed/ 2 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/#comments Thu, 23 Jun 2011 15:37:48 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9378 Over the last couple of weeks I’ve visited CityWalk, Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios a couple of times. Here are some new and different things I noticed. As you can see in the above two photos, land in CityWalk has been cleared for the construction of a 36-hole miniature golf course called Hollywood Drive-In [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/23/photo-finds-a-large-update-from-the-universal-orlando-resort/feed/ 8 http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/ http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/#comments Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:57:22 +0000 Matt Roseboom http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/?p=9297 Column by Andy Guinigundo Universal City, Calif. – Saturday Night Live alum and Late Night host Jimmy Fallon is the newest addition on the famous Universal Studios Hollywood Studio Tour. While there will continue to be tour guides aboard that provide live narration during the tour, Fallon will be the “video host”. At certain junctures [...]]]> http://attractionsmagazine.com/blog/2011/06/12/out-of-the-loop-comedian-jimmy-fallon-is-the-new-video-host-of-universal-hollywoods-studio-tour/feed/ 0