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Why Is Revenge of The Mummy Closing For So Long at Universal Orlando in 2022?
It was recently announced that Revenge of the Mummy will be closing down. Universal Studios Florida expects the closure to last from January 7, 2022 until late summer of that same year. Which begs the question: why? There are a few rumors going around that the entire track will be removed and replaced. After all,
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The Vault of Souls Returns This Halloween Season To Tampa Bay
What’s my favorite haunted attraction of all time in the Central Florida area? So glad you asked. It’s not in a theme park or even an open field. Actually, this is located in the real tunnels of an old bank smack dab in the middle of downtown Tampa. “The Vault of Souls” may be the
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What’s Replacing Shrek 4-D at Universal Studios Florida?
At long last, Shrek 4D is finally closing on January 10, 2022, at Universal Studios Florida. After 18 years, one of the longest-running shows in theme park history will close its doors. At one point, the attraction was so popular Universal added a second theater for increased capacity. Of course, now that second theater has
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Freckled Zelda’s Mythical Magical World Might Be The Most Unique Magic Show You’ve Ever Seen
You know Bill Hader’s character Stefon that appeared on Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update from time to time? I feel like I’m channeling him when I’m talking about the newest magic show in Tennessee. In Stefan’s voice: “The hottest new show in Pigeon Forge is ‘Freckled Zelda’s Mythical Magical World’. It has everything: a girl
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Video Of The New Jurassic World Adventure Surfaces From Universal Studios Beijing
Universal Studios Beijing finally opened to the public on August 20, 2021. As such, videos and images of the park are starting to trickle out. Without question, the Jurassic World Adventure is considered their crown jewel within the park. Why does it stand out? Well, for starters it doesn’t rely heavily on screens. Which is
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Great Disney/Themed Entertainment History With Larry Nikolai and Sam Carter
Learning new theme park nuggets is an obsession of mine. The thing about nuggets, they are rarely served on a silver platter. You have to dig for them. A perfect example is a new interview with Larry Nikolai I recently found on Sam Carter’s YouTube Channel. For those unfamiliar, Larry Nikolai has had a colorful
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Could Universal Orlando Be Killing Their Frequent Fear Pass Program?
If there was ever a time to blow up the Frequent Fear program at Universal Orlando, it’s 2021. It seems as if the Halloween Horror Nights seasonal pass may be gone forever. Let’s dive in! For those unaware, Halloween Horror Nights traditionally offers a smattering of different ticket options each year. In addition to one-day
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Theme Park Quality Attraction “SkyFly: Soar America” Now Open in Pigeon Forge
Have you ever been to Pigeon Forge? It’s covered in roadside attractions. Dinosaur-themed mini-golf, go-carts and carnival rides go on for miles. Recently “SkyFly: Soar America” opened at The Island at Pigeon Forge. This flying theater attraction is arguably as good as anything you’ll find in a theme park, if not better. This new ride
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Universal Creative Blindsided By New Virtual Reality Harry Potter Experience Opening in New York
Well, this is awkward. Recently the Harry Potter New York retail store has announced new virtual reality experiences for their location in Manhattan. In addition to their Butterbeer bar, guests will soon be able to partake in two unique virtual reality experiences based on the Harry Potter franchise. “Chaos at Hogwarts” and “Wizards Take Flight”
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New Theme Park Storyville Gardens Slated To Begin Construction In Nashville Mid-2022
Storyville Gardens will be the first park in the Nashville area since Opryland USA closed in 1997. The park seems to be born from two fundamental ideas. The first is Nashville has seen a huge tourist and population growth over the past few years. Storyville Gardens will be a family attraction desperately needed in an
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Could “Destination Dining” Be The Next Big Themed Entertainment Venture?
Personally, whenever I travel to a new city I seek out unique themed dining locations. I’ll take in anything from historical to cheesy to a dinner show. With rare exceptions, the dining experience hasn’t really evolved in the last twenty years. We all remember the explosion of 90’s chain themed restaurants like Planet Hollywood, Rainforest
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Yoshi’s Adventure Surfaces at Universal’s Epic Universe Construction Site
Finally some excitement is happening at Universal’s Epic Universe! Recently bioreconstruct on Twitter took to the skies and show some photos of the construction of the new park. While hovering above, they got these shots which give us a look at our first ride track for the park! Keep in mind, while it hasn’t been