Local 5K relocates to Universal Orlando – Participants run through both theme parks – Video/Photos
By Don Gworek Orlando’s longest-running local road race, the Dick Batchelor 5K, relocated to Universal Orlando this year. The event raises money for a number of children’s charities. Here’s a look at this morning’s run.
Photo Finds: Construction update for Cheetah Hunt roller coaster at Busch Gardens
By Don Gworek Construction of Busch Gardens’ new roller coaster, Cheetah Hunt, is well under way for a Spring 2011 launch. The site meanders in the Edge of Africa area of the Serengeti, between the Crown Colony House and the Rhino Rally. A good amount of the track is…
Disney Dream cruise ship launches with fanfare and flair
You wouldn’t expect Disney to launch their third ship with just a boring speech and a small bottle of champagne. The grandest of expectations were met last week during the christening of the Disney Dream with characters, celebrities, singers, dancers, fireworks and a 16-foot-tall champagne bottle.
Orlando Attractions Magazine – The Show, Episode Nine for January 27, 2011
Jan. 27, 2011 – Join our hosts as they bring you the latest Orlando theme park and attraction news and more on this week’s episode.
Gwazi wooden coaster at Busch Gardens reopens with a smoother ride
By Don Gworek Gwazi, the dueling wooden roller coaster at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay reopened this past Saturday with new “Millenium Flyer” trains. The coaster has long been known as giving a rough ride, but with the new vehicles built by the original manufacturer, Great Coasters International, the ride…
Busch Gardens launches blog exclusively for Tampa park
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay recently launched a park-specific blog at buschgardenstampablog.com
