Tuesday, October 29, 2019

New fare perks up Halloween in theme parks; Pictures: Pleasure Island, remembering Disney's first attempt at nightlife district; Ice exhibit builds steam with ‘Polar Express'

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

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October 29, 2019

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Fear not: New fare perks up Halloween in theme parks

Halloween: Disney, Universal, SeaWorld introduced new, sometimes-spooky attractions in Orlando

Pictures: Pleasure Island, remembering Disney World's first attempt at nightlife district

Pleasure Island at Walt Disney World opened on May 1, 1989, as a shopping, dining and entertainment district. New Year's Eve was celebrated every night, until the clubs closed in September 2008. Here's a look back at Pleasure Island memories.

Gaylord Palms: Ice exhibit builds steam with 'Polar Express,' adds new features

Gaylord Palms' Ice exhibit making progress on "Polar Express" theme; more activities added for holidays at Kissimmee resort

National Chocolate Day Treats at Universal CityWalk

October 28 is National Chocolate Day, but they celebrate this beloved ingredient every day at Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen.

PODCAST: Last chance for family-friendly Halloween festivities at Disney, SeaWorld, Gatorland, Legoland (Ep. 22)

With the the Halloween season nearing its end, the Theme Park Rangers focus on family-friendly events at area attractions: SeaWorld's Halloween Spooktacular (Sesame Street parade is a must see), Gatorland's Gators, Ghosts and Goblins (meet a skunk ape), Legoland's Brick or Treat (snap photos with spooky Lego characters), and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party at Magic Kingdom (watch the new fireworks show).

NBA player Robin Lopez unknowingly bought stolen Disney World items, records show

The newly released records shed more light on the case, including NBA player Robin Lopez's connection as a victim in the case.

Can Epcot Food & Wine Festival satisfy if you spend just $25 on food?

 

Epic Universe, Orlando's next theme park, is coming in 2023

Universal theme parks generated $1.6 billion in revenue for the third quarter, Comcast releases in new financial documents.

Disney: New Star Tours scenes timed to 'Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker' film

The Star Tours attraction at Disney's Hollywood Studios will be getting an update based on locations in the new "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker."

Experience a tale as old as time at Disney's 'Beauty and the Beast' lounge

Take a look inside Walt Disney World's new "Beauty and the Beast"-inspired bar, Enchanted Rose.

Hotel chefs say scarf the turkey and skip the dishes this Thanksgiving

Orlando hospitality pros wax poetic (and logistic) about helping locals and resort guests celebrate the holidays.

'Frozen 2' preview set for Disney's Hollywood Studios

"Frozen 2" sneak peeks will be shown at Disney's Hollywood Studios theme park before the film's debut in November.

Fun Spot adding roller coaster, holding name contest

Fun Spot is adding another roller coaster in Kissimmee, and it's looking for help in naming it.

Legoland offers free admission to veterans in November

Legoland's veterans discounts return in November.

Sweet Halloween bites at Legoland's Brick-or-Treat event

Catch these three spooky snacks at LEGOLAND Florida Resort by the end of the month.

Disney World gondola 911 tapes reveal girl frantically seeking help for epileptic mom

The Disney World gondola shutdown 911 tapes depict stranded riders crying, pleading for help because of their health conditions and in one case a man who had passed out.

Legoland offers a year of two parks for under $12 a month

Florida residents can get a special deal on an Awesome Pass to Legoland and its water park.

Candlelight Processional: Disney completes 2019 narrator lineup for Epcot holiday event

Disney completes narrator lineup for 2019 version of Epcot's Candlelight Processional with actors Chita Rivera (Kiss of the Spiderwoman) and Warwick Davis (Harry Potter, Return of Jedi).

Universal Orlando: 'Stranger Things' star Millie Bobby Brown visits Halloween Horror Nights

"Stranger Things" star Millie Bobby Brown — a.k.a. Eleven — drops by Universal's Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando.

Disney simplifies menu items at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

In a move reported to ease the ordering process for guests, Disney has changed out the Star Wars-themed menu items at Galaxy's Edge for straightforward descriptions.

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