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Hagrid's coaster creatures unveiled; Universal Orlando gift shop gets makeover; Disney reveals more about Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

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

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April 16, 2019

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Universal: Hagrid's coaster creatures unveiled all week

This week, Universal is giving glimpses of creatures that will be seen on its coming-soon Harry Potter / Hagrid roller coaster at Islands of Adventure.

Universal Orlando gift shop gets horror, sci-fi makeover

Universal Orlando's former Cyber Image gift shop is now home to horror decor and souvenirs, plus a slew of collectible autographs.

Disney reveals more details, images of Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

The new photos and images were shared with the Star Wars devotees during a celebration in Chicago that was live streamed on the Disney parks blog.

Universal: New original haunted house at Halloween Horror Nights themed around grisly Roman gladiator games

The theme park announced the Roman gladiator games-themed Nightingales: Blood Pit as the first new original haunted house that will appear in this year's Halloween Horror Nights.

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.

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