Friday, April 12, 2019

First look: Aquatica's KareKare Curl water slide; Hotel offers Sesame Street land special; New book lists Disney World vacation hacks

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

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April 12, 2019

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A first look at Aquatica Orlando's KareKare Curl water slide

KareKare Curl, the new ride at SeaWorld's Aquatica Orlando, feels different, depending on whether you sit frontward or backward on the 2-person raft where riders face each other.

DoubleTree Orlando at SeaWorld offers special for Sesame Street land

The hotel deal cost $129 per adult and includes a one-night stay plus 14-day unlimited admission at SeaWorld Orlando and free parking.

New book takes whack at hacking Disney World vacations

Writer Susan Veness fills new "Walt Disney World Hacks" book with tips to make trips to theme parks less strenuous

Universal Orlando shares new images of Endless Summer Resort

Surfside Inn and Suites debuts June 27 while Dockside Inn Suites is scheduled for a 2020 opening.

Rustic-themed restaurant Bigfire opening at Universal CityWalk

Universal CityWalk is bringing in a new rustic-themed restaurant called Bigfire where customers will watch their dishes cooked over a wood fire at the center of the eatery.

Disney sets last day for Epcot's 'IllumiNations' show

Disney has set the final night for Epcot's "IllumiNations" and the first night for its replacement show.

Disney Springs: Third parking garage set to open

Grapefruit Garage will open at Disney Springs next week. A pedestrian bridge over Buena Vista Drive will connect the structure with the shopping complex.

Orlando Science Center's admission will be $10 for 1 day

One day's worth of Orlando Science Center experiences will cost $10 on April 14.

Disney: Tickets on sale for Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party

Yes, Virginia, it's already time to buy tickets for Walt Disney World's holiday celebration, Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party at Magic Kingdom.

SeaWorld Orlando whale Fredi dies after longtime health problems

A pilot whale that had suffered for years with persistent health issues after it was rescued from a mass stranding died Saturday at SeaWorld Orlando, the company said.

Disney will preview 'Aladdin' at Hollywood Studios

Disney will show some scenes from new live-action 'Aladdin' film at Disney

How Disney World put together its new Lightning McQueen attraction

How Disney World built its new Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy, giving the "Cars" movie franchise a home at Hollywood Studios.

Mom donates her murdered son's organs. Four years later, she meets the girl who has his heart at Disney World.

Her baby was murdered in 2014. Even in her grief, his mother wanted to help somebody else so she donated his organs. Years later, she meets the little girl she saved at Walt Disney World.

PODCAST: The lure of the opening day — new theme park experiences and those on the horizon (Ep. 139)

Dewayne Bevil and Gabby Russon discuss the recent openings of SeaWorld's Sesame Street, Disney's Lightning McQueen show at Hollywood Studios and Legoland's Lego Movie World. They also look ahead to the Harry Potter roller coaster and a little thing called Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge.

SeaWorld Orlando is becoming more autism-friendly, company says

SeaWorld's new certification follows behind Aquatica Orlando and Discovery Cover, the company's other two parks in Orlando that also recently said they were more autism-friendly.

Walt Disney World offers special passholder events

Don't expect an empty walk in the park, however. Disney warned there might be wait times on its online reservation ticket site.

Legoland Florida: Rides rumble into new Lego Movie World

Three rides in Legoland Florida's Lego Movie World have familiar elements, but they're also a little bit twisted.

Disney reschedules 'IllumiNations' live stream from Epcot

A live-stream broadcast of Epcot's 'IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth' show is now set for April 9, Walt Disney World has announced.

First look: 'Lightning McQueen's Racing Academy' at Disney's Hollywood Studios

'Cars' hero Lightning McQueen spins into new show at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park

Disney, SeaWorld and Universal pet options allow furry friends to join your vacation

There are a plethora of boarding, kenneling and hotel options for Walt Disney World, SeaWorld Orlando and Universal Orlando Resort visitors traveling with pets.

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