Universal Orlando to Introduce Multiple New Experiences
Universal Orlando will introduce a record number of new experiences this year, more than any year in its history. Starting in February, The Blue Man Group show at Universal Orlando’s CityWalk takes its mix of high-energy music, comedy and audience participation to another level. Featuring a new show environment, new music, new technology and new experiences, the show will allow audiences to join the Blue Men as they explore the world’s obsession with cutting-edge technology. New show...
Read MoreOrlando Releases 2012 Reference Manual
Visit Orlando has just released its 2012 Official Tour & Travel Reference Manual. The manual, in its 26th year, serves as a quick desk reference for tour operators, group tour leaders, receptive tour operators and travel agents worldwide by providing up-to-date information on Orlando’s accommodations, attractions, restaurants, shopping, cultural and special interest events, leisure activities, and air and ground transportation. The 2012 guide offers enhanced maps offering a more...
Read MoreSeaWorld Orlando Announces New Additions
SeaWorld designers just announced new experiences to open in 2012 at SeaWorld Orlando and Discovery Cove, and released a few details of a massive expansion set to debut at SeaWorld in 2013. Discovery Cove is a swim-with-dolphins resort across the street from SeaWorld in Orlando. The new attractions represent the biggest attraction expansions in the history of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, the parks’ parent company. TurtleTrek While creating TurtleTrek (opening at SeaWorld Orlando...
Read MoreUniversal Orlando Announces Mardi Gras Plans
Universal Orlando Resort is gearing up for its annual Mardi Gras celebration, which begins Feb. 12 and runs through April 23. Nationally renowned musical acts combine with an authentic Mardi Gras parade, colorfully costumed performers, authentic Cajun cooking and hand-picked New Orleans bands to capture the look, feel and fun of New Orleans – all inside Universal Studios Florida theme park. Universal Orlando has been creating its Mardi Gras celebration for more than 15 years. It is included...
Read MoreOrlando Bureau Makes Name Change
The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau is changing its name to Visit Orlando. The change reflects a shift within destination marketing organizations to adopt simpler, more relevant names for a global audience. “The bottom line is that ‘CVB’ doesn’t have the same meaning as it once did in today’s lexicon. It doesn’t reflect the vibrancy of the Orlando experience or the focus of the organization,” said George Aguel, chairman of Visit Orlando. “To ensure our...
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