Tuesday, March 27, 2018

Legoland's VR Roller Coaster | Voodoo Doughnuts at Universal | Pirate's Dinner Adventure

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

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Legoland Florida: Virtual reality now a reality with new Great Lego Race coaster

Tuesday, Mar 27

Legoland Florida debuts its Great Lego Race roller coaster, a virtual reality refurbishment of its Project X ride.

First look: Voodoo Doughnuts at Universal CityWalk

The very pink Voodoo Doughnuts store is now open in preview mode at Universal CityWalk. Visitors are lining up for elaborate treats with ingredients ranging from Cap'n Crunch to Tang.

Universal: Aventura rooftop lounge has a name — Bar 17 Bistro

The rooftop bar atop Universal Orlando's new Aventura Hotel will be called Bar 17 Bistro when it opens in August of 2018

Disney vendor rents princess carriage strollers for up to $300 a day

At Disney and other theme parks, some parents splurge on extras for their children. Among the latest — a stroller company that rents princess carriage strollers for $300 a day.

After Irma, I-Drive's Pirate's Dinner Adventure could reopen this spring

Hurricane Irma blew part of the roof off Pirate's Dinner Adventure, a quirky tourist attraction near International Drive.

Emu chicks hatch at Brevard Zoo

Two emu chicks hatch at Brevard Zoo in March.

Margaritaville: Resort making room for big-group renters

Margaritaville Resort Orlando will include 1,000 vacation homes — some with as many as 15 bedrooms — for multigenerational traveling groups

Hop to Easter dining reservations

Easter specials are on the menu at Orlando restaurants. Hop to making those reservations — the holiday is on April 1. 

Universal Orlando Resort gets $1.54 million tax refund after settling lawsuits

Universal Orlando Resorts and Orange County Property Appraiser Rick Singh reached a deal over how much the theme park's parking garages should be worth.

Rat bites man in Disney's Magic Kingdom, lawsuit says

A man claimed a rat bit him at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom, according to a lawsuit.

Disney's power of Pixar: 'Wonderful worlds' like Toy Story Land draw on films

Walt Disney Co. purchased Pixar and continues to present its properties in theme-park rides and attractions around the world. Next up: Two Toy Story Lands, including one at Disney's Hollywood Studios, and a major reworking of land at Disney California Adventure.

Aquatica: 5 things we learned about the new Ray Rush water slide

Work continues on Ray Rush, a raft ride set for Aquatica, SeaWorld Orlando's water park. The attraction is set to open later this spring.

Exploration Tower: Looking at ships, history, more

The Exploration Tower attraction near Port Canaveral gives a good look at cruise ships and at Brevard County's past and future

Universal sets holidays kick-off date: Nov. 17

Universal Orlando has set the 2018 dates for its Christmas holiday celebration. Expect the return of Grinchmas, Mannheim Steamroller and the holiday parade in November.

3 Disney Springs eateries on OpenTable's list of best restaurants for a big night out

The Boathouse and Morimoto Asia in Disney Springs were recognized as two of the best restaurants for a big night out by OpenTable.

Video: Snake visits Magic Kingdom

A snake recently slithered near the entrance to Magic Kingdom.

Orlando hotels see February increases in occupancy, revenue

In February, hotels in the Orlando market recorded increases in occupancy and revenue per available room rates, according to statistics from STR

Disney's redhead assumes her new role in Pirates of the Caribbean ride

Walt Disney World's Pirates of the Caribbean ride has reopened at Magic Kingdom, with the famed redhead in a new role.

Universal: Jesus Culture, TobyMac, Casting Crowns set for 2018 Rock the Universe

TobyMac, Casting Crowns, Jesus Culture and others will perform at Universal Orlando's Rock the Universal Christian music festival in September.

Legoland Florida: Kidz Bop Weekend returning

Kidz Bop Weekend, including live concerts, is scheduled to return to Legoland Florida in November.

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