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WEBSeaWorld/Busch. John Gregory. 07/16/2024. Disney World. Tiana's Bayou Adventure tops Splash Mountain thanks to its stellar animatronics, infectious music and festive atmosphere. Check our full review. Theme Park Tribune publishes award-winning theme park news about Disney World, Universal Orlando, Disneyland, Cedar Point, SeaWorld and more.
Cedar Point completes track on new coaster - Theme Park Tribune
WEBThe new Wild Mouse is 52 feet tall and will feature spinning cars, including one themed like a piece of cheese, as unveiled at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando earlier this month. Taking over land once occupied by Wicked Twister, the new coaster is part of a new section called The Boardwalk, which also featured a two-story dining space called the Grand Pavilion.
10 most anticipated new theme park rides for 2024
WEB9. Mattel Adventure Park Opening:TBA 2024. Like Catapult Falls, Mattel Adventure Park was featured on our 2023 list, but ended up delayed until 2024.. That extra time gave the Glendale, Arizona park more time to hype its connection to the red-hot Barbie franchise in the wake of last summer’s hit Greta Gerwig film.
REVIEW: Disney World's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
WEBGuardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is Disney World’s big 2022 addition. Being the first Disney-built Marvel attraction in Orlando and costing a reported $500 million, expectations were understandably high. This couldn’t just be a 2022 version of Universal’s Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, with some roller coaster moments ...
The history of Barney at Universal Orlando - Theme Park Tribune
WEBMar 29, 2021 · Barney was the hottest brand in kids’ entertainment when the character first appeared at Universal Studios Florida in 1993 for a series of special shows at the park’s Animal Actors stage. At the time, “Barney & Friends” was being watched by an estimated 5 million children every week on PBS stations and sold $500 million in merchandise ...
REVIEW: ‘The Bourne Stuntacular’ at Universal Studios Florida
WEBA view of the “Bourne Stuntacular” preshow (Theme Park Tribune) Like most of America in 2021, I don’t remember much of the details behind the “Bourne” films. I only vaguely recalled that Julia Stiles was in the trilogy. At least her presence provides some connective tissue to the franchise. All the average guest needs to understand is ...
The inside story of Shrek 4-D at Universal parks - Theme Park …
WEBJan 24, 2022 · Looking back on Shrek 4-D nearly 20 years later, Smith felt that Universal was the right fit. The film, its character, even DreamWorks itself aligned with Universal’s status as the underdog bold enough to challenge Disney’s supremacy in the theme park world. “The tone was perfect for Universal, in that …
Ranking Universal Orlando roller coasters from worst to best
WEBJun 14, 2024 · 1. Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Opened: 2021. Manufacturer: Intamin. At the time I’m writing these rankings, this is my No. 1 overall coaster — so of course it’s going to take the top spot at Universal Orlando. VelociCoaster is an absolute triumph for …
Disney World cold case: Buzzy theft investigation no longer active ...
WEB04/29/2021. Disney World. Nearly two and a half years since the Epcot animatronic known as Buzzy was reported stolen, the theft is now considered an inactive case. Theme Park Tribune has been periodically checking for new records related to the case, ever since we confirmed in May 2019 that the animatronic had indeed been stolen.
No, Disney CEO Bob Chapek was not arrested for human …
WEBMar 18, 2022 · John has covered sports, politics, government and health care for a variety of news outlets, including the Illinois Radio Network and Rivet News Radio, as well as freelance work for the Florida Radio Network and contributing to the Unofficial Universal Orlando Podcast.