Universal Orlando Resort Invites Families to Step Into the Colorful World of DreamWorks Animation in an Immersive and Interactive New Land

Press Release from Universal Orlando

Orlando, Fla. (July 20, 2023) – Next year, Universal Orlando Resort will debut an all-new themed land featuring DreamWorks Animation’s beloved animated characters. As guests step into this new land, their imaginations will run wild as they take in the vibrant colors, sights and sounds that surround them. They will share special moments with their favorite characters like Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse and explore themed, interactive play spaces and attractions that bring popular franchises like Shrek, Trolls and Kung Fu Panda to life in the most imaginatively fun ways.

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SeaWorld Celebrates Shark Week with the First Ultimate Shark Experience

Press Release from SeaWorld

ORLANDO, Fla. (July 17, 2023): SeaWorld is giving shark fin-atics the ultimate encounter in its parks with a brand new ‘Ultimate Shark Experience’ ticket that goes on sale today, just in time for shark week.  Only at SeaWorld and only available for ONE WEEK, this new ticket offers a full day of unique and immersive experiences to enable guests to get up close to see, feed, touch and learn about sharks, know what it’s like to move like a shark on shark inspired thrill rides, take home shark swag, and honor the ocean’s Very Important Predators with $25 of every  ticket going to shark conservation.  The all-new ticket is only valid during a week-long celebration of the sharks in our parks, July 21 – 28. The ticket and the celebration will enable shark-intrigued guests of all ages to enjoy seeing and learning about the 21 different species and nearly 300 sharks that call SeaWorld home in Orlando, San Diego, and San Antonio.    

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Kings Island to Open New Themed Area “Adventure Port” This Weekend

Press Release from Kings Island

 MASON, OH – The wait is finally over for Kings Island fans anticipating the opening of Adventure Port, the park’s newest themed area, which will officially open this Saturday. Two new rides anchor the area, Sol Spin and Cargo Loco, while the Adventure Express roller coaster provides new theming enhancements and experiences for park guests. Enrique’s restaurant and the Mercado Patio Bar deliver an adventure-themed culinary stop for travelers looking to satisfy their appetites and quench their thirsts. 

“Over the past several months I’ve been truly amazed to see how this area of the park has been transformed into telling an immersive story of adventure and exploration,” said Mike Koontz, Kings Island vice president and general manager. “The rides we’ve added are a perfect complement to the park’s offerings, and we took advantage of the new area to continue to showcase the quality of our food and beverage offering.” 

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Wildcat’s Revenge Hybrid Coaster to Open June 2 at Hersheypark 

Press Release from Hersheypark

Hershey, PA – May 19, 2023 – Hersheypark amusement park today announced that Wildcat’s Revenge hybrid coaster will open to the public on June 2, 2023, as part of a historic summer in The Sweetest Place On The Earth. The wood and steel hybrid will be the first at Hersheypark as part of an impressive 15-coaster collection. With the debut of Wildcat’s Revenge, Pennsylvania’s largest amusement park is now home to the most coasters in the Northeast.

Hersheypark will be open daily starting Thursday, May 25, with the 11-acre Boardwalk At Hersheypark water park opening Saturday, May 27. Hersheypark summer tickets include three parks in one featuring 70 rides and thrilling coasters, a full water park and a zoo, with summer getaways and entertainment throughout the destination. For hours and tickets, please visit www.Hersheypark.com.

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The Splash Is Back as Castle Park Celebrates Park-Wide Transformation

Press Release from Castle Park

Riverside, CALIF. (April 18, 2023) – Hop aboard and get ready for a season of thrills as Castle Park takes family fun to new heights in 2023 with the unveiling of a stunning new Main Gate and the reimagining of the park’s classic water ride with the launch of Saw Mill Plunge. 

Guests are invited to be amazed this spring as the park showcases a beautiful new main entrance. From the moment guests arrive at Riverside’s best theme park they will be transported to a family-fun destination like nothing else in the area. The park’s new main gate will feature a stunning new Castle Park sign, new ticket booths, a fully repainted entrance area and will be completed with royal signage throughout, offering several unique photo opportunities for park-goers. 

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