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Ride SeaWorld’s Steel Eel 25 times on July 25 to celebrate the roller coaster’s 25th anniversary
Read full article: Ride SeaWorld’s Steel Eel 25 times on July 25 to celebrate the roller coaster’s 25th anniversarySeaWorld has issued a challenge for roller coaster enthusiasts — ride the Steel Eel 25 times on July 25 to celebrate the roller coaster’s 25th anniversary.
‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ First look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
Read full article: ‘It’s save the galaxy time:’ First look at Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic RewindDisney said the attraction is one of the longest fully-enclosed coasters in the world, and Disney’s first roller coaster to feature a reverse launch.
4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World
Read full article: 4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney WorldThe resort is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary celebration, and now is the perfect time to celebrate the season and upcoming Easter holiday. If you plan on visiting, we have uncovered a number of fun activities for families to experience while out exploring the theme parks and nearby resort hotels.
Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greets
Read full article: Nice to meet you, again: Disney brings back non-distanced character meet-and-greetsIt’s perhaps one of the last things that guests at Walt Disney World have been waiting to see return: an up-close moment, picture or autograph with Mickey Mouse and other popular characters.
EPCOT: New photo shows ‘Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind’ queue
Read full article: EPCOT: New photo shows ‘Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind’ queueWalt Disney World released a new photo earlier this week that shows a piece of the queue for the all-new attraction, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
Walt Disney World resorts that won’t break the bank
Read full article: Walt Disney World resorts that won’t break the bankWith 18 hotels and 23,000 hotel rooms, families swarm to Florida to enjoy the heat and take in the magic of Disney. Looking to spend more money in the parks and less on a hotel? Let us show you the...
Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings
Read full article: Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offeringsAs Walt Disney World continues to celebrate the World’s Most Magical Celebration for its 50th anniversary, things are about to get even more festive for the holiday season.
6-year-old girl wasn’t buckled in before fatal theme park fall, report says
Read full article: 6-year-old girl wasn’t buckled in before fatal theme park fall, report saysA 6-year-old Colorado girl who died in a fall from a theme park ride this month wasn’t wearing the seat belts, and operators of the vertical drop ride didn’t properly check the restraints before allowing it to begin, according to a report from state investigators.
Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’
Read full article: Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular ‘Disney Enchantment’Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.
The birth of Velocicoaster: A look back at Universal’s new species of coaster
Read full article: The birth of Velocicoaster: A look back at Universal’s new species of coasterResearch and development of the coaster has also been years in the making, but overall construction took a little more than two years.
Theme, water parks in San Antonio area gear up for busy season, offer abundance of seasonal jobs
Read full article: Theme, water parks in San Antonio area gear up for busy season, offer abundance of seasonal jobsLocal theme parks and water parks are struggling to get their young workforce back on the job as they gear up for the summer busy season, but they’re facing some setbacks.
What’s that delicious juice concoction Walt Disney World serves?
Read full article: What’s that delicious juice concoction Walt Disney World serves?Stitch juice, jungle juice, POG juice -- the names go on and on. Rumor has it, there is a popcorn stand in Animal Kingdom called Mahindi that even serves up a Jungle Juice Slushy. Combine 21 ounces passion fruit juice, 21 ounces guava juice and 14 ounces orange juice (pulp-free). If following a recipe isn’t your forte, Welch’s Guava Pineapple juice is the closest thing to POG juice in a carton. Whether you make it, buy it, or order it, be sure to have yourself a glass of POG juice the next time you sit down for breakfast.
SeaWorld San Antonio offering free admission for military veterans, their families
Read full article: SeaWorld San Antonio offering free admission for military veterans, their familiesSAN ANTONIO – Military veterans and their families can receive free admission to SeaWorld San Antonio throughout the summer. SeaWorld announced that starting Wednesday, veterans and retirees can redeem free tickets for themselves and up to three guests through Nov. 11 via www.wavesofhonor.com. The offer is valid at SeaWorld San Antonio, as well as SeaWorld Orlando and Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Upon reopening, the offer will be valid at SeaWorld San Diego and Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Waves of Honor already offers active duty military free admission for members and three guests, SeaWorld stated in a news release.
What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbers
Read full article: What could Disney crowds look like when the park reopens? We take a guess at the numbersORLANDO, Fla. – Walt Disney World is set to once again open its gates to the Magic Kingdom following a lengthy closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. But with most families staying inside and not traveling, how crowded will the theme parks really be when they reopen? Park Capacity Capacity at 25% Magic Kingdom 57,000 people 14,250 people Epcot 34,093 people 8,523 people Hollywood Studios 30,843 people 7,710 people Animal Kingdom 37,671 people 9,417 peopleA park at 25% capacity would mean very minimal wait times. As we can all imagine, visiting a Disney theme park when it reopens will be a new experience for all -- no matter how many times you’ve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disney’s Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disney’s Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.
In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’
Read full article: In case you missed it: Disney’s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to ‘Princess and the Frog’It’s transformation central at Disney Parks in the U.S., as Disney officially announced that it has big plans for Splash Mountain at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. MORE: Petition calls for Disney Parks to change theme of Splash MountainIf you haven’t heard of the film, you’re not alone. If you’re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, here’s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Br’er Rabbit as he looks for his “laughing place.” All the while, Br’er Bear and Br’er Fox are in hot pursuit of Br’er Rabbit. “Many adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,” the “Keep Splash Mountain” petition said.
Disney fans get creative, make homemade magic during coronavirus pandemic
Read full article: Disney fans get creative, make homemade magic during coronavirus pandemicThis meant that families were unable to experience the magic or thrill of the Disney theme parks, however, that didn’t stop families and friends from making the best of a bad situation. Since the closures, Disney fans from around the globe have been posting videos of their DIY Disney attractions. From nighttime fireworks to swashbuckling pirates, it's clear that when Disney fans are bored, something good is sure to come out of it. Once Upon a TimeWho needs to go back to the parks when you can have this at home? Pirates of the CaribbeanWhen will they ever learn that the dog is never going to give them the key?
Watch Walt Disney World cast members create magic from their homes during COVID-19 closure
Read full article: Watch Walt Disney World cast members create magic from their homes during COVID-19 closureDisney cast members have officially been away from their jobs for about two months now -- and some are taking their skills and talents to social media to give those bored at home a taste of the Disney magic everyone has been missing. Walt Disney World furloughed its approximately 43,000 workers in April after the theme park closed in mid-March because of the coronavirus pandemic. Only about 200 workers remain on the job performing “essential duties" during the closure, officials said. For the cast members not working, the only way they have been able to “make magic” is from inside their own homes. If you’re missing your favorite attractions, you might want to check out how these Disney fans created their favorite rides at home.
New reservation system put in place at Six Flags theme parks to ensure proper social distancing
Read full article: New reservation system put in place at Six Flags theme parks to ensure proper social distancingSAN ANTONIO – Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is putting a new system in place when they reopen to ensure proper social distancing. According to a press release, the new guest reservation system is the new process that will allow parks to manage daily attendance levels and avoid overcrowding in accordance with the Centers for Disease Control recommendations. Fiesta Texas donates food, toilet paper to food bank and hospitalThe day before your visit you will get an email confirming your reservation. The reservation process is not open yet but will be activated once park reopening dates are announced. Six Flags Fiesta Texas and other Six Flags parks were closed in March as COVID-19 cases began to increase.
You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney World
Read full article: You can fly: Get a bird’s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney WorldBut one Central Florida pilot was given the opportunity to fly over the happiest place on earth and give us the view we’ve been waiting on. Disney parks have a temporary flight restriction that limits pilots from flying within 3,000 feet of any of the parks. But with Disney parks in the U.S. closed due to the coronavirus pandemic, some pilots have been granted permission by local air traffic control to fly over the deserted theme parks. “I hope this will bring some joy to everyone currently in quarantine and missing the beloved parks.”Seeing an empty Disney World has become a common sight to most of us during quarantine. [MORE: Helicopter pilot shares breathtaking view of Disneyland during coronavirus closure]Walt Disney World has been closed since March 15 after rising concerns about spreading COVID-19.
Dreaming of a theme park Christmas? This advice will help you plan your whole trip
Read full article: Dreaming of a theme park Christmas? This advice will help you plan your whole tripEat Christmas cookies until you feel like you’re going to burst, see a special Christmas parade roll down Main Street U.S.A. -- and did we mention there will be tons of cookies? Visit Disney’s website for more info. Insider tip: Want to catch the Christmas parade but avoid paying for a special ticket? Some resorts also will have special holiday presentations, such as a walk-through gingerbread house at Disney’s Grand Floridian. Other festivities include the Sea of Trees, which is a show filled with synchronized Christmas trees shimmering and twinkling set to holiday music.