Disney’s Animal Kingdom Update – It’s official, the world’s largest theme-park operator, announced a summer 2017 opening for the much heralded themed land tied to the hit film “Avatar.” Disney Parks & Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek gave a construction update on Saturday while speaking at a fan event in Orlando, Florida. The attraction, under construction at the…
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International Drive Update – For those of you still looking for another bigger and better thrill in Orlando the folks developing the Skyplex attraction on International Drive don’t want to disappoint! They have announced plans to bring yet another attraction to the $460 million entertainment, retail and dining complex. SkyLedge (a moniker that just reeks…
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The next impressive addition to the line up of Universal Orlando hotels is Universal’s Aventura Hotel. It will offer yet another value priced option when choosing from the wide range of hotels in Orlando. According to Universal’s official blog ‘you’ll arrive to a 16-story tower that soars through the Florida sky, with sunshine and clouds reflecting…
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Universal Update – Opening in early summer 2017, Universal’s Volcano Bay is promising to be a water theme park unlike anything guests have experienced before., It’ll feature dozens of attractions that offer something for everyone – and apparently visitors won’t have to stand in long lines to experience any of them. here’s the latest scoop!…
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Universal Orlando has shared a few more fascinating tid-bits about Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon, still under-construction ride at Universal Studios. The ride vehicle is being proclaimed as “the world’s first-ever flying theater.” seating up to 72 people. Passengers will race ‘Tonight Dhow’ host Fallon through the streets of the city and see…
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Kennedy Space Center – Heroes & Legends Heroes & Legends featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame opens November 11. Presented by Boeing it will not only bring to life the enthralling stories of America’s pioneering astronauts, but also invite you to vicariously experience the thrills and dangers of America’s earliest missions through engaging storytelling…
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SeaWorld – This popular park will be introducing Central Florida’s first ever virtual-reality roller coaster next summer. Riders on Kraken will have the option to don virtual-reality headsets attached to the roller coaster, covering their eyes and ears. They will hear music composed for the ride as they embark on a deep-sea mission alongside the fictional…
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Orlando Attractions Update – Universal Orlando released its 30-second TV spot for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, and it’s a slow-motion, screamy creepfest. Twisty the Clown from “American Horror Story” gets us started like some sort of twisted hopping man-bunny like a messed up White Rabbit with giant, grinning nightmare teeth. Who doesn’t like clowns?…
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Planet Hollywood – The newly christened ‘Planet Hollywood Observatory’ will re-open in the fall at Disney Springs. The restaurant will include indoor and outdoor bars and lounges, plus enhanced videos. Orlando’s Planet Hollywood was at one time one of the highest-grossing restaurants in the United States. The celebrity-themed restaurant hopes to return to that position in Disney Springs,…
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Orlando Attractions Update – According to our friendly spies at the Orlando Sentinel The Incredible Hulk roller coaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure is nearing completion. It was a busy weekend for folks on Hulk watch. The Incredible Hulk roller coaster at Universal’s Islands of Adventure has been undergoing extreme renovations since September of 2015,…
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