More changes ready to lift off at KSC; NBA Experience at Disney Springs update; HHN to start even earlier in 2019

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View In Browser December 24, 2018 orlandosentinel.com Theme Park Rangers ADVERTISEMENT Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex: More changes ready to lift off Thursday, Dec 20 The newly renovated entrance to the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex leads the pack of changes coming to the Brevard County attraction within the next year. Read More » NBA Experience at Disney Springs: What we now know Disney and the NBA have revealed basketball activities that will be available inside its joint projects set to open at Disney Springs in 2019. Read More » Universal starting Halloween Horror Nights even earlier in 2019 Halloween Horror Nights will get its earliest start ever at Universal Studios in 2019. Read More » ADVERTISEMENT Have a seat: Annual-passholder lounges provide escape Annual passholders can relax, recharge in designated lounges at SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Studios theme parks. Read More » SeaWorld is building a new corporate headquarters The new headquarters will house about 250 corporate staff from its previous Orlando headquarters on John Parkway as well as SeaWorld Orlando employees. Read More » Disney World preps new 4-park, 4-day ticket plan Disney World's new 4-Park Magic Value Ticket sets the per-day admission price at $85 for a select time in early 2019. Read More » ADVERTISEMENT Pictures: 2018 Reindeer Run at SeaWorld Check out pictures from the Greg Warmoth Reindeer Run Presented by Florida Hospital for Children at SeaWorld. Read More » Disney pays $23 million for ranch land near Celebration. See what the Mouse might do with it. The BK Ranch, located on Old Tampa Highway about a mile west of the Poinciana SunRail station, has been envisioned for years a master-planned community to rival Celebration, the world-famous, Disney-built neighborhood. Read More » Welcome in the new year at a Central Florida restaurant Central Florida restaurants are offering special meals and dishes this New Year's Eve. Read More » 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.  Read More » 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. Read More » 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. Read More » 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. Read More » '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. Read More » 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. Read More » Disneyland revoking annual passes of souvenir resellers: report People don't appear to be mad Disneyland is cracking down on merchandise resellers. Read More » 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: Read More » 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. Read More » 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. Read More » Aquaman debuts at Madame Tussauds Orlando Madame Tussauds Orlando introduces an Aquaman figure, based on actor Jason Momoa, to its Justice League exhibit. Read More » advertisement Unsubscribe   |   Newsletters   |   Privacy Policy   |   Terms of Service Copyright © 2018 | Orlando Sentinel | 633 N. Orange Ave. Orlando, FL 32801 ABOUT THIS EMAIL You received this email because you are following the Theme Park Rangers newsletter.