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Orlando theme parks’ biggest changes likely behind scenes

August 23, 2019 at 11:43 a.m.

This year will be pivotal for SeaWorld Entertainment Inc., which endured a bruising 2014 and is searching for a new leader. SeaWorld's fortunes will be one of the biggest developments...

Disney’s Animal Kingdom makes ‘worst zoos for elephants’ list

May 9, 2019 at 7:13 p.m.

Disney's Animal Kingdom made the list of 2014's "10 worst zoos for elephants" by a group called In Defense of Animals. The death of a pregnant elephant after she was...

The back patio of Starbucks includes a (real) fireplace, which is topped by a piece of artwork made of moss.

Downtown Disney Starbucks serving alcohol

May 12, 2019 at 5:07 a.m.

For the first time in Florida, folks can belly up at Starbucks. The coffee retailer's Downtown Disney location now serves beer and wine as part of its "Starbucks Evenings" program....

From ‘Star Wars’ to ‘Frozen,’ Disney franchises driving theme-park attractions

May 12, 2019 at 5:07 a.m.

Mickey Mouse and other familiar film figures always had their place in Walt Disney World's theme parks, but many of the big original attractions didn't feature famous movie characters. Now,...

Madison Laughman, 7, with her mother Nicole Laughman in the background, holds up a wristband to check-in using the new MyMagic+ turnstiles, at Main Street USA at the Magic Kingdom on Aug. 15.

MyMagic+ is a billion-dollar technology project in testing at Walt Disney World. Its central elements include 'MagicBands,' which are rubber bracelets that function as all-in-one theme park tickets, hotel room keys and credit cards, and 'FastPass+,' a new ride reservation system that will allow visitors to book times for experiences such as rides, shows and parades weeks before they leave on vacation.
-- Jason Garcia, Staff Writer

MyMagic+ on its way to other Disney parks

August 23, 2019 at 11:41 a.m.

As MyMagic+ becomes an increasingly familiar part of a Walt Disney World visit, its technology should start appearing in Disneyland and other parks during the next couple of years. The...

SeaWorld mime: “Making people laugh and smile was the greatest feeling”

August 23, 2019 at 11:36 a.m.

Tom Munson, one of the longtime mime performers at SeaWorld laid off last week, thanked supporters and SeaWorld for a long career late Tuesday night. Munson thanked supporters on a...

STK will open in Disney Springs next year

May 12, 2019 at 5:04 a.m.

An STK steakhouse will open next year in Disney Springs, the restaurant's corporate owner announced today. The new STK will be located within The Landing at Disney Springs. The Landing...

The sorcerer's hat at Disney's Hollywood Studios park at Walt Disney World is seen with the tip removed. The structure was removed after sitting in a prime spot in the park since 2001.

SeaWorld lays off Clyde & Seamore mimes

August 23, 2019 at 11:36 a.m.

SeaWorld has laid off the three mimes who for years were a popular part of the Clyde & Seamore sea-lion and otter show, according to friends and fans. The trio...

SeaWorld CEO stepping aside as company announces layoffs

March 28, 2019 at 7:43 p.m.

With its stock price suffering and attendance dropping, SeaWorld announced Thursday that CEO and President Jim Atchison is stepping down and it is laying off employees. A company spokesman would...

Disney’s Hollywood Studios: ‘A park in transition’

May 12, 2019 at 4:59 a.m.

A quarter-century ago, when Central Florida dreamed of becoming a major hub for television and filmmaking, Walt Disney World opened its combination theme park and production facility: Disney-MGM Studios. These...

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