Attractions – The Show – Dec. 20, 2012 – Splitsville, Disney Legend Q&A, Christmas, plus much more
Join hosts J.L. Knopp and Banks Lee as they bring you this week’s theme park and attraction news and more. On this week’s episode:
Ripley’s Believe it or Not offering free admission on Saturday – if the world ends on Friday
Ripley’s Believe It or Not has an unheard of apocalyptic offer – free admission to any of 32 Ripley’s Believe It or Not Odditoriums on Saturday, including Orlando’s. But there’s a major catch – the admission is only free if the world ends on Friday.
Now Open: Splitsville offers bowling, billiards, dining and more at Downtown Disney
Splitsville Luxury Lanes are now open. The new complex, in the former Virgin Megastore location, combines billiards, bowling, live entertainment, bars and dining. The upscale, retro-style bowling venue is the largest in the bowling brand’s fleet and joins other fun, family-friendly entertainment options in Downtown Disney West Side.
Guest Editorial: ‘Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade’ – My 20-year tradition
By Banks Lee “Children, evergreens and sleigh rides too. Carols, shining lights and joy brand new. This is a magic time when dreams do come true, you have a sparkling Disney Christmas party. Castles, characters and lot of cheer. Wishing you and yours a brand new year. Jolly old…
Photo Finds: Legoland Florida changes and Christmas Bricktacular – Dec. 17, 2012
By Kevin Yee We tour Legoland Florida for recent changes, including new mini-attractions in the central building near the robot facility and a new shop, and also report on the Christmas offerings at this park.
Ron Schneider tells of being the Dreamfinder and other theme park tales in his autobiography
Long-time theme park performer and show developer Ron Scheider has released an autobiography. Entitled, From Dreamer to Dreamfinder: A Life and Lessons Learned in 40 Years Behind a Name Tag, the book is currently available in paperback and ebook formats from all major retailers.
