Tuesday, February 13, 2018

Disney Prices Rise | Star Wars Hotel | Wax Selena

The latest happenings at Disney, Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and other Central Florida attractions.

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February 13, 2018

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Disney ticket prices on rise in Orlando, theme-park operator says

Tuesday, Feb 13

Disney says it is raising ticket prices for its theme parks at Walt Disney World in Orlando.

Disney: 'Star Wars' hotel will connect to Hollywood Studios

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge (and the new Mickey ride) are set to open at Disney World in 2019

A couple at SeaWorld devoted to taking care of birds — and each other

A husband and wife who met at SeaWorld are dedicated to their jobs caring for birds. They laugh at penguins, full of swagger and personality. And they struggle with loss, like when a pelican unexpectedly dies.

Madame Tussauds Orlando introduces Selena figure

A wax version of the late tejano singer is making a six-week stop at the I-Drive attraction

Menus released for Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival

Epcot's Flower and Garden Festival is springing up in the World Showcase with fresh flavors.

Disney: Changes coming to Epcot's American Adventure

More faces of American icons are being added, plus improvements to the projection and "Golden Dream" song are in the works

Epcot: How long might 'Guardians of the Galaxy' coaster be?

The current No. 1 indoor coaster, in terms of length, is in Phantasialand in Germany

Disney: A history of ticket price increases

Prices at Walt Disney World rose again effective Sunday. Here's a look at how prices have jumped over the years.

'Wheel of Fortune': Kissimmee couple share Disney fandom

Mary and Martin Downey of Kissimmee trained for 'Wheel of Fortune' by watching with their three boys and squeezing hands during taping.

Spring training: What to watch for as baseball returns

Major League Baseball teams begin reporting to spring training this week, including the Atlanta Braves at Disney World's ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex.

Legoland's 2nd hotel — a castle — ready to open in April in Calif.

Legoland California announces that its 250-room castle hotel will open April 27, featuring a full-service restaurant and rooms themes to evoke wizards, dragons, knights and princesses.

Al Capone-themed restaurant opening near Winter Garden

A Florida restaurant chain themed after notorious Chicago gangster Al Capone is opening in the Hamlin Town Center center near Horizon West.

Orange County Convention Center's Kathie Canning sees strong business as exit nears

When Orange County Convention executive director Kathie Canning retires, she will receive a lump sum DROP payout of $202,898,

'Black Panther' is a royally imaginative standout in the Marvel Cinematic Universe

Like Christopher Nolan's Batman films, Ryan Coogler's "Black Panther" both embraces and exceeds comic book entertainment.

Universal: Jason Derulo, Jessie J complete Mardi Gras concert lineup

Two remaining slots have been filled for celebration at Universal Studios theme park

Busch Gardens: Flo Rida, TLC, Southern rockers set for food fest

The Tampa theme park's annual event includes 13 "culinary cabins."

Disney: Park is Hollywood Studios for 'foreseeable future'

A name change was announced three years ago ahead of news that more changes to the theme park were coming, including Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

SeaWorld: Daughtry, Jacksons, Larry the Cable Guy set for Seven Seas fest

Theme park's food festival set to begin Feb. 17

Lego exhibit at Leu Gardens gets kids into the outdoors

Lego sculptures by artist Sean Kenney fill Orlando's Leu Gardens through April 22.

$130 million aquarium, research lab proposed in Florida

It will contain 1 million gallons of exhibit water, allowing for more room to feature marine life and displays while expanding its capacity for its research and education programs.

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