Orlando Attractions

Dan Marino Meets His Madame Tussauds Orlando Wax Figure at Sun Life Stadium

January 24, 2015 2 Comments

Hall of Fame NFL Quarterback Dan Marino unveiled his wax figure for Madame Tussauds Orlando at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, Fla. at the 5th Annual Dan Marino Foundation WalkAbout Autism & Expo on Jan. 24, 2015. The figure is now on the way to its permanent home in Orlando, just in time for the […]

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Fun Spot America & Gatorland Combine Forces To Open New Alligator Attraction

January 20, 2015 2 Comments

Fun Spot America and Gatorland today broke ground on a new alligator-themed tourist attraction that will be based at Fun Spot America’s International Drive location. The 15,000 square-foot, reptile oasis is appropriately named “GATOR SPOT” presented by Gatorland. The new area will cost $1 million to build and there will be a $6 per person […]

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The Orlando Eye adds first passenger capsule

January 20, 2015 Comments Off

Another landmark was reached today as The Orlando Eye added the first passenger capsule to the 400 foot structure located on International Drive, close to Orange County Convention Center. The capsules were actually manufactured in Turkey before being transported to Hungary for assembly. They then traveled to Germany before setting off for Florida and arriving […]

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Legoland Announces New Land For 2015 & Hotel Opening Date!

January 15, 2015 1 Comment

Legoland Hotel at Legoland Florida Resort is officially opening May 15, 2015! The announcement came today from General Manager of Legoland Hotel, Kevin Carr, during a press event at the Hotel site, located just steps away from the theme park entrance. Legoland Florida Resort General Manager Adrian Jones also announced Heartlake City, the newest land based […]

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Orlando Eye Moves A Step Closer to Opening!

December 30, 2014 Comments Off

The Orlando Eye is a step closer to opening as just before Christmas the outer wheel construction was completed. The 400 foot tall wheel’s construction will now move to the next step as thirty passenger capsules will be installed in the coming weeks. The capsules will be able to hold 15 passengers each and that […]

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Happy Christmas at Magic Kingdom!

December 24, 2014 Comments Off

Christmas Eve and there really is no better place to be on the planet than at Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom. It’s there that you will come across an absolute treat for all the family to enjoy. One reason is that the park opens at 8am and closes at 1am during the Christmas season and […]

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Marvel Universe Live! comes to Orlando

December 6, 2014 Comments Off

Marvel fans, assemble! Marvel Universe LIVE! is taking the live entertainment experience to a whole new level, with a mind-blowing show unlike anything you’ve seen before. You can now watch your favorite Marvel Super Heroes including Spider-Man and The Avengers (Iron Man, Black Widow, Hulk and more) and threatening villains come to life in an […]

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IAAPA shapes the future of the Attractions Industry in Orlando

November 20, 2014 Comments Off

The future of the amusement park and attractions industry is currently taking shape in Orlando as new innovations in rides, slides, technology and much more is being unveiled at the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA). The show started on Monday and runs through to Friday 21st November at Orange County Convention Center. […]

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“Clyde & Seamore’s Sea Lion High” opens Spring 2015 at SeaWorld Orlando

November 20, 2014 Comments Off

The comedic sea lion duo, Clyde and Seamore, star in SeaWorld Orlando’s newest show, “Clyde & Seamore’s Sea Lion High,” opening spring 2015. It’s a hilarious tale, filled with amazing animal behaviors and splashy audience fun. Clyde and Seamore find themselves in slippery pursuit of their high school diplomas and judging from the slapstick, high-energy […]

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Merlin Entertainments Group Unveils Towering LEGO® Model of Central Florida Expansion

November 20, 2014 Comments Off

Merlin Entertainments Group, the second largest attractions operator in the world, is expanding rapidly in Central Florida. Yesterday, at IAAPA Attractions Expo, the company revealed a LEGO® model that spans more than 9-feet across and is nearly 8-feet tall, showcasing three iconic brands coming to Orlando: The Orlando Eye®, Madame Tussauds® Orlando and SEA LIFE® […]

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