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White Lightning and Freedom Flyer now both open at Fun Spot in Orlando

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Although the entire expansion won’t be open until June 8, the two biggest additions of the Fun Spot expansion are now open for guests.  The White Lightning steel/wooden coaster and the family suspended coaster Freedom Flyer are both operational.

It will cost you $39.95 for an unlimited rides wristband if you are over 54″ inches tall.  If you are under 54″ inches, it will cost $29.95 for an unlimited rides wristband.  Or if you just want to ride the two coasters, each one is $9.  Annual passes are also available for $119.95

For a POV video and off-ride footage of Freedom Flyer, click here.  For a POV of White Lightning, click here.

 

Photo and video courtesy of Attractions Magazine

List of upcoming Walt Disney World refurbishments over the summer

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The Walt Disney World Resort is always closing down rides for refurbishments and giving them a refresh.  Here is a list of some of the upcoming refurbishments throughout the resort.

  • Jim Henson’s MuppetVision 3D is closing on August 6 and opening back up on September 3
  • Liberty Square Riverboat is down for refurbishment from August 5 to August 9 2013, opening the next day on the 10th.
  • Prince Charming Regal Carrousel will be going down on August 1 and reopening on the 22nd of August.
  • Also closing in August will be Jungle Cruise.  It will be down for a lengry refurbishment from August 19 through to September 30, openin back up on October 1.
  • Big Thunder Mountain Railroad will be down for a brief refurbishment from June 22 through to June 23, opening up the next day on the 24th.
  • Pirates of the Caribbean will be down from Jul 27, 2013 to Jul 30.

That pretty much covers rides, their are still multiple refurbishments going on throughout the resorts.  Such as a few pools at the Grand Floridian Resort.

via WDW Magic

Springfield is coming to Universal Orlando this summer

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Springfield, the city from the hit show The Simpsons is coming to Universal Orlando this summer.  Guests will be able to get snacks and meals from their favorite Springfield restaurant  including a Krusty-certified meat sandwich at Krusty Burger, the catch of the day at the Frying Dutchman, get a slice at Luigi’s Pizza, and donuts at Lard Lad, enjoy a “Taco Fresho” with Bumblebee Man and imbibe at Moe’s Tavern.  And yes, there will be Duff Beer available inside Springfield, a Universal Orlando exclusive.

Two new characters will also be making their debut.  For the first time ever, Krusty the Clown and Sideshow Bob will be available for photographs inside Springfield.

A new attraction will also be making its debut inside Springfield.  The Kang & Kodos’ Twirl ‘n’ Hurl will take guests “on an intergalactic spin designed to send them into orbit.”

“This new expansion will broaden and deepen the already incredible experience at Universal, by bringing to life the iconic landmarks of Springfield that fans have grown to love,” said Jeffrey Godsick, who is the President for Fox Consumer Products.

Stay tuned after the break for the official press release from Universal.

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Antarctica officially added to Sea World Orlando’s map

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With just days until Antarctica opens its doors at Sea World Orlando, the  construction walls are coming down and the park has added Antarctica to its park map.  The celebration kicks off Friday at 8:45 AM as singer Lauren Alaina sings the official theme song to Antarctica at the grand opening of the attraction.  The first 700 people in the gate get a limited edition bracelet celebrating the opening of Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin.

Thrillgeek will be there covering the opening, so stay tuned for photos and videos!

British couple traveling the globe riding thrill rides in their “golden years”

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Instead of playing golf or planning a garden, this couple from London are living in their “golden years” strapped to the latest thrill rides around the world.  Dennis and Sylvia Bloor, from Cornwall have spent over £60,000 on attending theme parks and riding rides around the world.

Is this how you plan on spending your “golden years”?

Read more over at The Daily Mail

New photos of Mickey and the Magical Map over at Disneyland

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Mickey and the Magical Map is a new show opening up soon over at Disneyland in California.  The show, which opens on May 25, 2013, follows all of your favorite Disney characters as they embark on a special journey filled with live music, dancing and mystery as Yen Sid’s apprentice, Mickey Mouse, discovers the power of a magical map as he tries to fill in an empty spot of the map.

See the rest of the photos over at the Official Disney Blog.

 

Previews of the upcoming Animal Kingdom game ‘Wilderness Explorers’

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Wilderness Explorers are coming to Animal Kingdom later this summer.  Disney has offered a sneak peak into what the interactive game will involve.  After taking the official Wilderness Explorers oath, you embark on a journey with your field guide throughout Animal Kingdom embarking on challenges inspired by the Disney/Pixar film Up, and earning sticker Wilderness Badges as you complete the challenges.

More than 30 badges will be available throughout Discovery Island, Asia, Dinoland U.S.A., Africa, and Rafiki’s Planet Watch.  The game is developed for ages 7-10, but anyone can play.  Aren’t you automatically 7-10 when you enter Disney no matter your page?

via Inside The Magic

Monstrous Summer 24 hour Disney Day activities and schedules

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Disney is holding its 24 hour day this Friday, May 24.  The Magic Kingdom will be open from 6am to 6am Friday -Saturday.  The Magic Kingdom will be transformed into a 24-hour party as Disney celebrates its Monstrous Summer at the Magic Kingdom.  The last time Disney held a 24 hour day was last year during leap day, the Magic Kingdom was open from 6 a.m. that Wednesday until 6 a.m. Thursday the next day.  Stay tuned after the break for the full rundown of all the entertainment and ride schedules for the 24 hour day.  Thrillgeek will be there overnight covering the event.  So stay tuned to our Twitter and Flickr page for photos from the all night party!

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Arnolds Park Amusement Park renovates their nearly 90 year old roller coaster

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Arnolds Park Amusement Park has invested nearly $250,000 to re-track sections of the nearly 90 year old Legend roller coaster.  Legend is the 13th oldest roller coaster standing at the moment and when it re-opens this season, it will provide a much smoother ride than previous years.  Read more over at KTIV and check out the video.