Category Archives: 2017

The Great Movie Ride Closing for a New Mickey Ride

The news of The Great Movie Ride closing in August for good at Disney’s Hollywood Studios has left us teary-eyed. The announcement was made at D23 Expo (with plenty of other huge news) that the classic Disney ride’s last operating day will be on Aug. 13, 2017. So Mickey Mouse is getting his very own…

What’s New at Universal Orlando in 2017

Race Through New York Starring Jimmy Fallon — Now Open Visitors wearing 3D glasses follow Jimmy Fallon on board a “flying theater” that zooms you around famous New York City landmarks aboard a  souped-up go-kart he refers to as “The Tonight Rider.” In Pre-show activities let guests interact with Hashtag the Panda, listen to The Ragtime…

Disney PhotoPass Day Returning to Disney World this August

  In 2016 Disney World held the first-ever Disney PhotoPass Day and we’re excited to share that this picture-perfect celebration will be returning to Walt Disney World Resort on August 19! The 2017 celebration of Disney PhotoPass Service at Walt Disney World Resort will be even bigger than last year’s inaugural event. On August 19, you can expect to find…

Characters in Flight Balloon Has a New Name

The ‘Characters in Flight‘ balloon at Disney Springs has a brand new name – ‘Aerophile.’ Guests who ride are treated to a breathtaking, 360-degree view of the Walt Disney World Resort during an 8-to-10 minute tethered helium balloon ride, located right in Disney Springs. “Custom-built for Disney by Paris-based company Aérophile S.A., the Aéro30 is filled with 210,000…

UPDATE: Universal Orlando Resort General Construction Update

Fast and Furious Supercharged is speeding right along with prep work for something MASSIVE that is going to go up on the front entry building and theme work is progressing nicely! We take a look at all sorts of new Despicable Me 3 / Minions gear, a new Mummy display, enjoy some of our favorite…

New entry marquee sign coming to MuppetVision 3D

The changes to the Muppet Courtyard are continuing, with a new main entrance sign currently being installed at MuppetVision 3D. A new sign should be in place this week, with the attraction remaining open as normal during the work.  

New Animal Planet documentary explores Animal Kingdom’s latest additions

Disney’s Animal Kingdom: Alive with Magic will feature interviews with the creators and caretakers of this theme park who share conservation messages, reveal immersive encounters with wildlife, as well as peek into the natural habitats of the animals who call Disney’s Animal Kingdom home. Be sure to tune in on Tuesday, June 27 at 8…

UPDATE: Disney Confirms Donald Trump Will Speak, Sets New Opening Date for Hall of Presidents

They went on to clarify that Donald Trump and his audio-animatronic figure will speak in the show, just as the last 3 presidents added have. Disney also stated that the attraction will re-open in late 2017, citing “technical problems” as the reason for the delay.

Ignite Fireworks Full Show at SeaWorld Orlando

Full performance of Ignite, the brand new nightly firework and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above SeaWorld Orlando. Electric Ocean runs June 17 to August 5, 2017.

Ignite Fireworks Full Show at SeaWorld Orlando

Full performance of Ignite, the brand new nightly firework and fountains spectacular that brings the brilliant colors of the sea to the skies above SeaWorld Orlando. Electric Ocean runs June 17 to August 5, 2017.