Tuesday, December 18, 2018

Disney's new 4-Park Magic Value Ticket; 2018 Reindeer Run at SeaWorld; Annual-passholder lounges provide escape

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

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December 18, 2018

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Disney World preps new 4-park, 4-day ticket plan

Tuesday, Dec 18

Disney World's new 4-Park Magic Value Ticket sets the per-day admission price at $85 for a select time in early 2019.

Pictures: 2018 Reindeer Run at SeaWorld

Check out pictures from the Greg Warmoth Reindeer Run Presented by Florida Hospital for Children at SeaWorld.

Have a seat: Annual-passholder lounges provide escape

Annual passholders can relax, recharge in designated lounges at SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Studios theme parks.

Disney pays $23 million for ranch land near Celebration. See what the Mouse might do with it.

Walt Disney Co. paid $23 million Thursday for 965 acres of Osceola County ranch land southeast of Celebration that's zoned for redevelopment, according to a report in GrowthSpotter.

Welcome in the new year at a Central Florida restaurant

Central Florida restaurants are offering special meals and dishes this New Year's Eve.

First look: Christmas treats at Universal Orlando

Visit Universal Orlando's theme parks and you won't just find holiday decor decking the halls. Holiday-themed treats are filling display cases and plates. 

Ripley's turning 100, handing out $100 bills

Robert Ripley's "Believe It Or Not" comic strip turns 100, and Ripley attractions will celebrate with $100 bills and free admission to some people.

Universal: New dessert party comes with reserved spots for parade, end-of-night show

New dessert party with exclusive viewing areas for parade and end-of-night spectacular will debut at Universal Studios on Dec. 24.

Gatorland still grinning after comedian's routine on NPR

Comedian Chris Gethard recapped his trip to Gatorland on NPR's 'Live From Here' show, and the Orlando animal attraction laughed along.

'Lt. Dan' makes Disney dreams come true for kids who lost military parents

About 1,750 members of Gold Star families have been at Disney World this week thanks to the Gary Sinise Foundation's Snowball Express program.

In 2018, SeaWorld rises from its financial funk

The tide has turned for SeaWorld. Some analysts say the company made a remarkable comeback the rest of the year.

Disneyland revoking annual passes of souvenir resellers: report

People don't appear to be mad Disneyland is cracking down on merchandise resellers.

SeaWorld interim CEO John Reilly weighs in on company's rebound

The Sentinel asked SeaWorld interim CEO John Reilly to explain the reasons for the company's improvements this year. This is his response Friday in an email:

Lawsuit claims tourist collapsed and died after riding Universal's King Kong ride

Jose Calderon Arana collapsed and died "shortly" after riding Skull Island: Reign of Kong on Dec. 10, 2016, according to a new lawsuit.

Disney: Hollywood Studios lights up After Hours

Disney's After Hours program keeps it light at Hollywood Studios theme park and the newish Toy Story Land.

Aquaman debuts at Madame Tussauds Orlando

Madame Tussauds Orlando introduces an Aquaman figure, based on actor Jason Momoa, to its Justice League exhibit.

Disney Springs restaurants go for greatness with celebrity chefs, modern cuisines

Disney Springs has spent the last four years not only bringing in big celebrity names such as Rick Bayless and Art Smith, but also reinventing its most prolific dining spots. A handful of popular restaurants have taken the leap into revamps at Disney Springs, even those that were doing well.

Top Gun: A manatee rescue story

Animal rescuers from Florida traveled to the Cooper River last week to rescue the large male manatee.

Disney World: Animal Kingdom goes dark, gets roomy After Hours

After Hours event at Disney's Animal Kingdom theme park includes easy access to popular Pandora rides, Mickey bars and elbow room.

SeaWorld Orlando joins Disney and Universal in giving workers a raise

For SeaWorld workers, their pay increases take effect Monday.

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