WHAT'S NEW AT ORLANDO, FLORIDA THEME PARKS Magic Kingdom A new Stitch-themed show comes to Tomorrowland, President Obama joins the Hall of Presidents, and a new parade/street party will tie into the "What will you celebrate?" theme.
Epcot Disney’s Kim Possible World Showcase Adventure at Epcot Using cell phones tricked out as "Kimmunicators," guests will receive video, text messaging, and audio clues to help them solve mysteries. Following the leads, participants will encounter actors, shopkeepers, and specially designed set pieces to uncover evidence hidden throughout the park. Disney-Hollywood Studios Two cultural juggernauts will join forces when Walt Disney World introduces a new attraction based on the hit show, "American Idol." To be housed in the now-vacant ABC Theater (which is ironic, considering Disney owns ABC, and "Idol" is on the rival FOX network) at Disney's Hollywood Studios, park guests will have the opportunity to audition for the chance to strut their stuff before a live audience on a mockup of the "Idol" set. Judges will winnow the contestants, and the park will stage a finale at the end of each day to crown a winner. The park's daily winners who want to pursue the real "American Idol" will receive a guaranteed reservation to bypass the lines at a regional competition. Disney's Animal Kingdom TriceraTop Spin: Take the family for a spin aboard this whirling, twirling, friendly flying dinosaur. Climb into one of these four-person dinosaur vehicles and spin 'round, up and down. Expect a dinosaur-sized surprise for kids rising from the giant tin top at the hub of it all. It's an experience that can't be "topped!"
Universal Studios Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit - A thrilling coaster that will also be an interactive, multimedia experience. Universal Studios Florida takes ride interactivity to new heights (167 feet, to be exact) with Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit. The 65-mph thrill machine will give passengers the ability to control the attraction's soundtrack, and will allow them to "rip" a take-home memento of their wild coaster experience.
Islands of Adventure TriceraTop Spin: Take the family for a spin aboard this whirling, twirling, friendly flying dinosaur. Climb into one of these four-person dinosaur vehicles and spin 'round, up and down. Expect a dinosaur-sized surprise for kids rising from the giant tin top at the hub of it all. It's an experience that can't be "topped!"
SeaWorld The devil is in the details, especially with a devilish roller coaster such as Manta, which officially opened at SeaWorld Orlando. The ride features a head-first, flying position to rattle riders and a soothing aquarium/queue stocked with hundreds of its namesake rays. It's a big-time attraction. Busch Gardens Roller coaster aficionados now have another reason to visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. In spring 2005, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay unveiled SheiKra, the nation's first dive coaster. This jungle-themed coaster carries riders up 200 feet, then hurtles them back down at 70 miles-per-hours. If that’s not enough, SheiKra also incorporates a second huge drop through an underground tunnel, a 360-degree climbing carousel, and a ride time of over three minutes. |