Mario Kart: Our first time on the ride
After all these longs years of waiting, we’ve finally been on the headliner attraction of Super Nintendo World!
A Day in the Park with Barney now closed at Universal Orlando
After 26 long years, the iconic children’s character has been removed from Universal Studios Florida.
Blue Man Group now closed at Universal CityWalk
The quirky, irreverent, avant-garde performers that have been around since the 1980s won’t be returning to Universal Orlando Resort.
SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival is fully back for 2021, bigger than ever before
With more beers and wines than ever before, along with international-inspired cuisine and the return of concerts, Seven Seas is fully back!
VelociCoaster evolves, Universal Beijing’s new attractions, and Jungle Cruise changes: Your weekly theme-park recap (Jan. 25-31, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Universal Studios Beijing: 4 big reveals of the rides and experiences
New details on several Jurassic World, Despicable Me, Transformers, and Kung Fu Panda attractions, shops, and restaurants.
Disney is changing Jungle Cruise at Magic Kingdom
Disney is changing its signature ride yet again sometime this year, adding in more diverse characters and new show scenes.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster test-runs with real people
Universal Orlando Resort’s newest ride continues to evolve, hurtling towards its summer 2021 opening.
Live Disney entertainment returns, VelociCoaster raptors appear, and new retro Nintendo merch: Your weekly theme-park recap (Jan. 18-24, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Mardi Gras food, Magical Express nixed, and Nintendo delays: Your weekly theme-park recap (Jan. 11-17, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Super Nintendo World in Japan delayed again
Due to a state of emergency being declared in Osaka, the highly anticipated Mario addition has gotten pushed back once more.
Mardi Gras 2021 at Universal Orlando REVEALED
After a delay of a few months, Universal has announced all of the coronavirus-related changes to its annual Mardi Gras party.
EPCOT festivals, Nintendo World food, and a VelociCoaster sneak peek: Your weekly theme-park recap (Jan. 4-10, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
New VelociCoaster artwork and Wizarding World merchandise: Your weekly theme-park recap (Dec. 28, 2020-Jan. 3, 2021)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Nintendo World in-depth, new Harry Potter wands, and New Year’s Eve: Your weekly theme-park recap (Dec. 21-27, 2020)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
New Nintendo World secrets, the best Universal eats for the holidays, and Christmas dinner: Your weekly theme-park recap (Dec. 14-20, 2020)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
5 secrets of Super Nintendo World REVEALED
Exclusive food and merchandise, interactive activities, and the secret Underground Level have all been revealed!
Mario Kart revealed, VelociCoaster’s walls come down, and the best Universal Partner Hotels: Your weekly theme-park recap (Nov. 23-30, 2020)
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Mario Kart and Yoshi’s Adventure REVEALED
Get ready for ride vehicles and mechanics, backstories, queues, and first-looks at three(!) Nintendo World experiences.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster’s walls are down!
Here’s our first look at a mostly finished VelociCoaster track, hinting at the experience that awaits riders next summer.
Future Disney attractions, Thanksgiving at Universal, and SeaWorld’s new coaster: Your weekly theme-park recap (Nov. 16-22, 2020)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Ice Breaker POV released at SeaWorld Orlando
See what it’s like to launch forwards and backwards and to shoot up a 93-foot spike in SeaWorld Orlando’s newest coaster.
Disney updates us on Disney World’s near-future attractions
From the Guardians of the Galaxy story coaster to the Star Wars hotel, here’s a fresh, exciting look at Disney’s upcoming experiences.
Holiday Tribute Store, Florida’s most intense coaster, and Universal cocktails at home: Your weekly theme-park recap (Nov. 9-15, 2020)
Here’s what you need to know at the end of the theme-park week.
Inside Universal Orlando’s first-ever Holiday Tribute Store
Four themed rooms, including “The Grinch” and “Harry Potter,” plus a heaping helping of treats makes this a must-do stop this Christmas.
This is what it’s like to ride the most intense coaster in Florida
See what it’s like to brave the world’s fastest and steepest hybrid roller coaster. Iron Gwazi debuts spring 2021 at Busch Gardens Tampa.
Drink these iconic Universal Orlando hotel cocktails at home
Bring home one of the best drinks from Portofino Bay Hotel and Royal Pacific Resort just in time for the holidays.
Celebrating the first day of Christmas at Magic Kingdom
The holidays may be different this year at Walt Disney World, but they’re not any less captivating – or fun.
Holidays 2020 at Universal Orlando REVEALED
After a delay of a few months, Universal has announced all of the coronavirus-related changes to its annual Christmas celebration.
Portofino Bay Hotel and Dockside Inn and Suites are opening
Universal’s newest hotel is finally getting its grand opening, while its poshest resort is freshly renovated.
Christmas, Chocolate Frogs, and Back to the Future arrive at Universal in face-covering form
Universal keeps the face-covering train rolling with a slew of new, fun takes on some of its most beloved properties
Beetlejuice, the first HHN 2021 info, and a socially distanced Santa: Your weekly recap
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Beetlejuice haunted house revealed for Universal Orlando’s Halloween 2020
The ghost with the most is expanding his presence at Universal’s Halloween! Look for his full haunted house to be open for one weekend only.
Christmas is coming to Busch Gardens Tampa earlier than ever before
New fireworks, outdoor holiday shows, and contact-less visits with Santa and Rudolph are all new for Christmas this year.
Disney makes virtual-queue changes and increases capacity of Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance
A couple of simple changes to the flagship attraction’s virtual queue and on-ride safety protocols can (hopefully) make a big difference.
Puppet Theatre: Captive Audience announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2021
This newest original haunted house is the first to be revealed for next year’s Halloween Horror Nights event!
New Hogwarts Express merchandise arrives in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
The new “London to Hogwarts” collection keeps the near-constant changes at Universal Orlando’s Wizarding World coming
Christmas is coming to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and beyond at Islands of Adventure
Universal Orlando has received its first Christmas trees of the year – and the centerpiece of its yuletide decorations in the form of Potter.
Personal photo-shoot session now being tested at Universal Studios Florida
Guests can now hire their own Universal photographer for an hour-long photo shoot in one of the park’s most detailed settings
Christmas arrives, new theme-park details, Universal’s nighttime spectaculars return: Your weekly recap
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SeaWorld Orlando’s Inside Look weekends return this November
Get a behind-the-scenes look – and some talks by the animal trainers – at how SeaWorld cares for its various animal residents.
The amazing attractions of Universal Studios Beijing
A next-generation flume ride, a fully themed Transformers eatery, and two gorgeous hotels await at Universal’s biggest-ever park.
Christmas decorations have started to go up at Universal Orlando Resort
It’s one of the most magical days in the theme-park calendar! Islands of Adventure is starting to get ready for the holidays.
How Universal wants its Beijing theme park to be the best in the world
Jurassic World: Isla Nublar, the cornerstone of Universal Studios Beijing, looks to be the new standard of theme parks.
Volcano Bay will temporarily close this winter
The continued downturn in attendance from the COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in Universal shutting down its water theme park.
Jurassic World VelociCoaster REVEALED
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Revenge of the Tooth Fairy announced for Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing 2020
The Tooth Fairy is coming to Universal Orlando’s Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing, and we couldn’t be more scared.
Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives announced for Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing 2020
The Bride of Frankenstein lives, and she’s coming to Universal Orlando for its Halloween Seasonal Experience Testing.
Two daytime haunted houses and trick-or-treating announced for Universal Orlando Resort 2020
Two haunted houses are being resurrected from this year’s proposed Halloween event for daytime guests to enjoy (along with trick-or-treating!).