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THEME PARKS


Universal Parks & Resorts to open new theme park, hotel in Texas

Universal Parks & Resorts announced Wednesday that it is bringing a โ€œone-of-a-kind theme parkโ€ to Texas.

Universal Orlando CityWalk adds weekend curfew for guests under 18

Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida, now requires guests under 18 to have a chaperone for their CityWalk property.

Guide to 2022 EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival

The event allows guests to stroll across six different continents and sample delicious food and drinks, see live entertainment and purchase colorful merchandise.

โ€˜Itโ€™s save the galaxy time:โ€™ First look at Disneyโ€™s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

Disney said the attraction is one of the longest fully-enclosed coasters in the world, and Disneyโ€™s first roller coaster to feature a reverse launch.

Disney shares update on EPCOTโ€™s historic transformation

Walt Disney World shared new renderings of the new experiences and locations coming to EPCOT.

Disney says next-generation MagicBand+ will debut this summer

Disney says next-generation MagicBand+ will debut this summer.

Disney Springs introduces Star Wars virtual reality experience

Meta Quest Virtual Reality Experience featuring ILMxLABโ€™s Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxyโ€™s Edge Coming to Disney Springs

Legoland Florida Resort officially named certified autism center

Legoland Florida Resort is officially designated as a certified autism center, making it the first theme park resort to receive this certification.

Mickeyโ€™s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party returning to Magic Kingdom

The separately ticketed event is scheduled to begin Aug. 12 and run through Halloween night at Disneyโ€™s Magic Kingdom theme park.

Things you should definitely know before visiting Universal Orlando Resort

Is anyone planning a trip to Universal or considering a vacation to this hotspot?

Are you getting the most out of your Disney FastPass?

Here are some insider tips to help you do more during your next visit to a Disney theme park.

How to celebrate Earth Day at Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdom

Walt Disney World is preparing to celebrate Earth Day at its Animal Kingdom theme park.

โ€˜Star Warsโ€™: Galaxyโ€™s Edge -- is it the most immersive land Disney has built?

From the costumes to the level of detail, "Star Wars": Galaxy's Edge will prove to be Disney's most immersive land yet.

How well do you know Epcotโ€™s World Showcase?

Put your knowledge of World Showcase to the test with our quiz.

4 springtime activities we love at Walt Disney World

The 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

Itโ€™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.

Take a stroll down Sesame Street, relive your childhood, in Orlando

After 20-something years, I am now able to tell you how to get to Sesame Street -- and let me tell you, it's not just for kids.

EPCOT: New photo shows โ€˜Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewindโ€™ queue

Walt 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 wonโ€™t break the bank

With 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...

Tickets and dates announced for Universalโ€™s Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights, Universal Orlandoโ€™s premier fall event, is set to return this year for a record-breaking 43 nights.

New details revealed about Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique on Disney Wish ship

Disney Cruise Lineโ€™s newest ship, the Disney Wish, is promising to be one of the companyโ€™s most magical ships ever built.

Disneyโ€™s Minnie Van transportation service returning soon

Walt Disney World has announced its Minnie Van transportation service will be returning to the resort this summer.

6 free things to do on your next Disney World vacation -- yes, really

We'll bet you never thought the words "Disney" and "cheap" could go in the same sentence. Well, guess again.

7 โ€˜must-doโ€™ rides at Universal Studios -- even if you hate roller coasters

So you have a fear of roller coasters, but you don't want to miss out on the fun when you visit a theme park. We've got your back.

Sugar rush: Trying out the EPCOT holiday cookie stroll

The EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays is well underway at Walt Disney World.

Disney plants date for EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival

Horticulture teams at Walt Disney World have their hands full ahead of the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival.

New Peppa Pig theme park to open as certified autism center

The all-new Peppa Pig Theme Park will open as a certified autism center, leaders announced Tuesday at the IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center.

Walt Disney World shares holiday food and drinks at resort hotels

Walt Disney World has shared details on its blog about some of the delicious food and drinks at its resort hotels for the holiday season.

Take a 360-degree โ€˜walkโ€™ around Magic Kingdom as Disney World celebrates its 50th anniversary

As most might know, October marked 50 years since Disney World opened its doors.

Holiday highlights: Walt Disney World announces entertainment offerings

As Walt Disney World continues to celebrate the Worldโ€™s Most Magical Celebration for its 50th anniversary, things are about to get even more festive for the holiday season.

6-year-old girl wasnโ€™t buckled in before fatal theme park fall, report says

A 6-year-old Colorado girl who died in a fall from a theme park ride this month wasnโ€™t wearing the seat belts, and operators of the vertical drop ride didnโ€™t properly check the restraints before allowing it to begin, according to a report from state investigators.

Girl, 6, dies on mine drop ride at Colorado amusement park

An investigation is underway after a 6-year-old girl on vacation with her family died at an amusement park in the western Colorado town of Glenwood Springs.

Scare scale: Ranking the best houses of Halloween Horror Nights

Halloween Horror Nights opened for its 30th year to some terrifying screams Friday night at Universal Orlando Resort.

Disney shares details about all-new nighttime spectacular โ€˜Disney Enchantmentโ€™

Walt Disney World shared more details Friday about the all-new nighttime show coming to Magic Kingdom for the 50th anniversary celebration.

Disney rolling out more entertainment experiences across resort

Walt Disney World has announced a number of new entertainment experiences returning to the resort next month.

Disney releases details about holiday celebrations

Walt Disney World gave new details Monday about its upcoming holiday celebrations.

Firework spectaculars returning to Walt Disney World

Firework spectaculars are returning to Walt Disney World.

The birth of Velocicoaster: A look back at Universalโ€™s new species of coaster

Research 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

Local 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 theyโ€™re facing some setbacks.

Whatโ€™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 isnโ€™t your forte, Welchโ€™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

SAN ANTONIO โ€“ 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

ORLANDO, Fla. โ€“ 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 youโ€™ve visited. The Magic Kingdom and Disneyโ€™s Animal Kingdom parks will open first July 11, with Epcot and Disneyโ€™s Hollywood Studios reopening July 15.

In case you missed it: Disneyโ€™s Splash Mountain to be re-themed to โ€˜Princess and the Frogโ€™

Itโ€™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 havenโ€™t heard of the film, youโ€™re not alone. If youโ€™re unfamiliar with Splash Mountain, hereโ€™s a little background. Splash Mountain follows happy-go-lucky Brโ€™er Rabbit as he looks for his โ€œlaughing place.โ€ All the while, Brโ€™er Bear and Brโ€™er Fox are in hot pursuit of Brโ€™er Rabbit. โ€œMany adults and children ride this attraction because it brings back childhood memories,โ€ the โ€œKeep Splash Mountainโ€ petition said.

Disney fans get creative, make homemade magic during coronavirus pandemic

This meant that families were unable to experience the magic or thrill of the Disney theme parks, however, that didnโ€™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

Disney 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 โ€œessential duties" during the closure, officials said. For the cast members not working, the only way they have been able to โ€œmake magicโ€ is from inside their own homes. If youโ€™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

SAN ANTONIO โ€“ 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 birdโ€™s eye view into a deserted Walt Disney World

But one Central Florida pilot was given the opportunity to fly over the happiest place on earth and give us the view weโ€™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. โ€œI hope this will bring some joy to everyone currently in quarantine and missing the beloved parks.โ€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

Eat Christmas cookies until you feel like youโ€™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 Disneyโ€™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 Disneyโ€™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.

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