Fake Theme Park pokes fun via Twitter – Interview with their ‘CEO’
If you follow us on Twitter (@attractions) you may have seen us occasionally reTweeting an account called @FakeThemePark. Hopefully you don’t take them too seriously. As their name implies, their account is not real and serves to give a chuckle to a theme park fan’s day. They are usually…
Photo Finds: Mine coaster construction, Splash Mountain, animals and more – Jan. 8, 2013
By Kevin Yee From the construction wall artwork on Seven Dwarfs Mine coaster to the recently closed Splash Mountain, there’s a lot of activity around the parks this week. We tour the changes, which also include some minor additions to the animal walkthroughs in Disney’s Animal Kingdom and the…
Mardi Gras will return to Universal Studios with performances by Demi Lovato, Pitbull and others
It’s almost time for the parade, music and food of New Orleans at Universal Studios once again. It’s the biggest celebration this side of the bayou, Mardi Gras will be taking place on select nights from Feb. 9 to April 20, 2013.
Disney officially announces FastPass+, MyMagic+ and MagicBands for a personalized guest experience
Disney has officially released information on the next generation of their FastPass system and other enhancements they’re calling MyMagic+. The new system is said to give guests a more personalized vacation through the use of a new wristband called MagicBands.
Chef Emeril Lagasse’s new TV show to highlight Orlando eateries
Celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse has partnered with the Cooking Channel on a new television program, Emeril’s Florida. This new show focuses on Florida’s many destinations and unique dining, beginning with Orlando as the focus for the show premier episode.
Atlanta Braves returning for Spring Training at Walt Disney World in February
Some of the most popular names in baseball are coming to Walt Disney World for Atlanta Braves Spring Training at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex. The Braves training season lasts from Feb. 22 through Mar. 28, 2013.
