Friday, November 29, 2019

World of Disney store’s entertaining displays; Ritz-Carlton gingerbread house; SeaWorld Orland's Christmas shows

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

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November 29, 2019

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World of Disney store's displays designed to entertain as well as lure shoppers

The giant World of Disney store uses flexible displays to entertain while selling products for holidays, Star Wars and "Frozen II."

Ritz-Carlton gingerbread house: Pastry chef helps build 13-foot mass of chocolate, candies yearly

It takes an army of about 25 pastry chefs to build the Ritz-Carlton's gingerbread house. Together, they turn 350 pounds of sugar, two bottles of rum, and 1,200 eggs into what has become an annual attraction at the luxury hotel.

SeaWorld Orlando: Christmas shows feature animals, skaters, songs

SeaWorld Orlando's Christmas shows feature animals, of course, plus holiday songs and ice skaters.

The first Disney Aspire students are graduating from UCF

Disney is paying the tuition and other school expenses for 320 UCF students as part of the Disney Aspire program.

Gaylord Palms breaks out Ice exhibit with 'Polar Express' plus more Christmas activities

Gaylord Palms opens 2019 Ice exhibit, spotlighting "Polar Express," adds more Christmas activities.

Meet the millennial who designed Magic Kingdom's new fireworks show

Disney unveiled a new holiday fireworks show this year at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party. They were designed by a 30-year-old woman who is paving the way in a typically male-dominated industry.

PODCAST: Universal unwraps holiday favorites — tradition with some tweaks (Ep. 27)

Universal Orlando's holiday favorites are back ... with a few tweaks. Theme Park reporter Dewayne Bevil talks to Lora Sauls, the senior manager of creative development and show direction for Universal, about achieving "all the feels" in an evolving park.

World's largest White Castle to open near Disney World as soon as 2020

White Castle is opening its largest restaurant and only location in Florida near Disney in O-Town West.

Disney World gets sweeter with all-new holiday treats

Holiday treats have returned to the Magic Kingdom, from frozen hot chocolate to breadstick antlers!

Universal announces characters for inaugural race weekend

Universal has announced some of the iconic characters guests will encounter during Running Universal's Epic Character Race next year at Universal Orlando Resort.

Science center flips the switch: 'Dinos in Lights' show is back

Orlando Science Center marks the holidays with the return of festival "Dinos in Lights" show.

Disney proposed an Elton John theme park, his memoir says

According to Elton John's book "Me," Disney dangled the idea of a theme park themed to the singer after the success of "The Lion King."

Disney Springs' Wine Bar George wins Best Micro Wine List award

Disney Springs' Wine Bar George has one of the world's best wine lists, say the pros at the World of Fine Wine.

Disney shares peek of prep for new Cirque du Soleil show

Disney previews elements of new Cirque du Soleil show that's set to debut in spring of 2020.

IAAPA: SeaWorld, Busch Gardens tout their 2020 roller coasters

At IAAPA, SeaWorld theme parks, Busch Gardens and Legoland New York shared facts about their new rides.

Universal's Hagrid ride, Disney's 'Star Wars' experiences win Thea Awards

Universal's Hagrid ride, Disney's Star Wars attractions win Thea Awards, which were made public at IAAPA Expo.

Universal stuffs holidays with familiar festivities: Grinch, Mannheim, more

Universal Orlando celebrates the holidays with Mr. Grinch, Mannheim Steamroller, Macy's parade again.

Disney auction: Tiki Room animatronics, theme-park signs, rare documents ready for bids

Auction of Disney Parks' animatronics, signs, historic documents set for early December

Cannolo, cannolos, cannoli...? Whatever. You can get one at Voodoo Doughnut.

Whatever you call this sweet new Universal CityWalk treat, you probably want to try one.

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