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The article reports that a number of cruise lines have added water slides and other aquatic attractions as part of their family-friendly features. Cruise company Carnival Cruise Lines features Carnival Sunshine, a water park with a stair tower from which passengers can go down a slide or along a Speedway Splash. Also included are water park features for younger passengers. Cruise lines Carnival, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Disney Cruise Line have also added water slides to their attractions.

Provides information on several tourist attractions offered at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts in Orlando, Florida as of October 20, 2003. Products and services offered at Magical Gatherings; Installation of a centrifuge at Mission: Space similar to those used by astronauts; Films featured at Mickey's PhilharMagic.

The article reports that the Islands of Adventure theme park at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida will open "Skull Island: Reign of Kong" attraction which is based on the movie "King Kong."

The article offers travel tips for families visiting Walt Disney World and Universal Orlando Resort theme parks in Florida, including recommendations for transportation, ticket purchasing, and height requirements for some amusement rides.

Focuses on the services and amenities of Universal Studio Escape theme park in Orlando, Florida for business travelers. Venues for parties and special events; Amenities for business functions and meetings; Ride attractions.

The article offers information on themed environments and ride attractions opened in Orlando, Florida which include Disney's Toy Story Land themed environment, the fast and furious-supercharged ride at the Universal Studios Florida and the Ray Rush water slide at the Aquatica waterpark.

The article offers information on the new project in SeaWorld Orlando theme park. It states that it would debut an attraction titled Antarctica -Empire of the Penguin designed to create an immersive experience of the South Pole. It mentions that this ambitious project employs technology that has never been used in a theme park attraction and that introduces visitors to four principal species of Antarctic penguins. The project would provide interaction between visitors and penguins.

The article reports on the Transformers: The Ride-3D adventure ride that will be opened by Universal Orlando Resort in summer 2013. The ride experience follows a premise involving the villain Megatron and Autobots battle. Universal Creative President describes the new ride as another thrilling theme park experience. Universal Park collaborated with to "Transformers" director Michael Bay to produce the new attraction.

The article presents Orlando, Florida's theme parks and other attractions. These include the Antartica: Empire of the Penguin at SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment, The Transformers and Ride-3D at Universal Orlando Resort where guests are places on the front lines of an intergalactic war between the Autobots and the Decepticons and the Diagon Valley, an addition to the Wizarding World of Harry Potter located at Universal Studios Florida.

Reports that Hersheypark in Pennsylvania will launch the Wildcat cyclone-style ride at its 90th Grand Opening Celebration on May 11, 1996.

The article reports on the expansion of Walt Disney World's Fantasyland in Orlando, Florida in December 2012. The expansion includes the installation of rides, restaurants, shops and attractions and a doubling-down on flying Dumbos. The theme park is also trying to change the paradigm of the theme park experience using Belle's Enchanted Tales meet-and-greet.

The article reports on the changes to be made on Cedar Fair Entertainment's portfolio in May 2008. Cedar Point will add a spinning skyscraper to its collection of universally lauded roller coasters. The Sandcastle Suites Hotel will also complete a $3-million renovation this summer. Also Carowinds, in Charlotte, North Carolina, is expanding its Boomerang Bay water park by adding a new 600,000-gallon wave pool.

Presents a travel guide in Orlando and Central Florida. Debut of the ride, Mission: Space; Hotel projects of hospitality businessman Harris Rosen; List of meeting hotels.

The article discusses travel to Taipei, Taiwan, with information on the city's museums, monuments, and a number of attractions such as the Taipei Zoo, Hello Kitty Kitchen & Dining, and the Taipei 101 Tower.

The article offers tips in planning for a family vacation at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. Topics include making reservation for Disney's FastPass Plus program, the use of My Disney Experience app, which displays park maps, attractions and wait times for amusement rides and the personalization of the travel experience like an autograph book.

Compiles news briefs related to the theme parks and attractions in the United States and Canada recent to May 27, 1999. Includes introduction of rides and attractions by theme park operator Paramount Parks; Groundbreaking of the Frontier Town USA theme park in Missouri; Expansion of the Louisiana Swamp Exhibition of Audubon Zoological Gardens.

Discusses the amusement rides planned by Anheuser-Busch Theme Parks to offer in 1998. Expansion made by the company in the Sea World of Florida in Orlando; Highlights of the rides to be offered by Anheuser-Busch; Other attractions added by the company on its other theme park branches.

The article reports on the preview event held by Walt Disney World for its family-friendly rollercoaster Seven Dwarfs Mine Train on May 2, 2014.

The article reports on the five-year transformation and infrastructure upgrade at Universal Studios Hollywood that will culminate with the West Coast debut of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. Topics discussed include the larger plan that involves the theme park and the studio production at National Broadcasting Company (NBC) Universal, the plan for one major attraction each year that started in 2012, the huge expansion at Disneyland, and the increased market share of Universal Orlando.

The article previews the three-dimensional (3D) Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem amusement ride at Universal Studios Hollywood theme park in Los Angeles, California and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter--Diagon Alley feature of the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida.

The article features SeaWorld's Antarctica: Empire of the Penguin locate in Orlando, Florida. Puck is the attraction's animated baby penguin, through which visitors follow his story on big screens to learn about penguin life and the dangers and beauties of the Antarctica continent. Visitors can also join in a high-tech adventure ride in the mobile eight-passenger simulator vehicle and witness a fireworks display for the evening finale.

The article reports on the features at the Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida including the virtual coaster The Simpsons Ride, the Krusty Burger, and the outdoor attraction Kang & Kodos' Twirl 'n' Hurl.

The article reports that Singapore is looking forward to the launch of several new attractions, hotels and events through 2015. The Asian country saw the opening of a new cruise terminal, the world's largest aquarium and Gardens by the Bay, according to the article. For 2013, Singapore will have more international hotels, a new food festival and Asia's first river-themed animal park, the article adds.

The article reports on the scheduled opening of Transformers: The Ride-3D, a new attraction at Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, in summer 2013. The ride, created under license from Hasbro Inc., will allow guests to go face-to-face with Megatron as they dodge three-dimensional (3-D) explosions and attack while the Autobots battle to save mankind. Universal has also worked closely with director Michael Bay to produce an experience that brings the action of the films to life.

This section offers news briefs related to the travel sector including the fireworks display at each Disney Cruise Line itinerary, reason behind the lack of Marvel-themed rides at Disney amusement parks, and the challenge issued by Extended Stay America to U.S. presidential candidates.

The article reports that the launch of the Cars Land at the Disneyland Resort's Disney California Adventure culminates a five-year, 1 billion U.S. dollars upgrade. Disney executives hope the upgrade will aid transform the them park and resort into a multiday family destination. Cars Land is reportedly the biggest and most ambitious project of the expansion effort. It features three new rides, Radiator Springs Racers, Luigi's Flying Tires and Mater's Junkyard Jamboree.

The article offers a review of Universal Studios Orlando in Florida as it launches new attractions in 2012 including a daily Superstar Parade, Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man ride, and a Blue Man Group show.

The article highlights the appeal of natural attractions in Sanford, Florida. Among the reasons behind the preference of Disney-bound visitors for Sanford are cheaper accommodations and transportation access to and from Orlando. It mentions the re-enactment of the early city of Sanford during the celery boom in the theatrical production "Celery Soup." Also noted are the golf courses, air-boat rides and kayak tours in the city.

The article highlights the opening of the three new rides and the new Main Street parade in Disneyland theme park in Anaheim, California. The Little Mermaid--Ariel's Undersea Adventure, a revamped Star Tours ride and a roller coaster ride based on the character Goofy are the new rides launched in Walt Disney Co's original theme park, which also debuted Mickey's Soundsational Parade in May 2011. On other news, Disney and Shanghai Shendi Group announced their partnership for the Shanghai Disney Resort.

The article discusses the different kid-friendly activities offered for families who travel with children in Italy. The Pinocchio Park in Collodi allows kids to participate in hands-on activities including giant chess games, mask-making and rides on carousels. Children can experience fun in the Explora il Museo dei Bambini di Roma, the first museum designed for children in Italy. Moreover, families can also visit the Aosta Valley where kids can experience snowboarding and sleigh rides.

The article provides information on the promotional offers in Universal Orlando Resort, a theme park resort in Orlando, Florida for 2009. The Universal Studios Florida will implement its new Early Park Admission policy which will benefit guests who booked the vacation package "Universal Parks & Resorts Vacation for 2009." It also features Universal Orlando's Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit, one of the world's most advanced roller coaster.

Information for incentive groups about New York City is presented. Some of the City's unspoiled natural environments are in the Bronx. Incentive groups can book private tours with rangers and docents of the adjacent "Madagascar!" exhibit or any public area of the Bronx Zoo's park. Also available to incentive groups is the Flaherty Learning Center in the "Congo" exhibit. Coney Island's roller coaster is just a stone's throw away from another great Brooklyn attraction--the New York Aquarium, which offers a guided tour with a resident shark expert.

The article reports on the opening of an entertainment complex in Kalahari Resort and Convention Center in Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin in December 2008. It will feature a six-story Ferris wheel, a carousel, a ropes course with a zip line, laser tag, go carts, 24 bowling lanes, miniature golf, and more. The $15-million entertainment center will also provide a new meeting venue, as it will include three party rooms and a terrace.

The article reveals the plan of Walt Disney Co. to invest in a massive overhaul of the California Adventure theme park in Anaheim, California. Comments from Denise Keesler of Magical Journeys are included. According to Disney officials, inspiration for the new park will be a more significant connection to Walt Disney. Some of the new attractions scheduled to open at the park include Cars Land, Parades Pier, and World Color.

The article reports on the $1.1 billion renovation project for the California Adventure theme park of the Walt Disney Co. The theme park features attractions such as the Twilight Zone Tower of Terror and entertainment shows. Under the renovation project, the theme park will receive new attractions including shops and restaurants as well as updated landscaping. Among the possible reason for the project is the theme park's lagging attendance figures.

The article talks about the shuttle ride in Kennedy Space Center. According to the author, the Space Center is hoping that people's fascination with space and space tourism will increase visitations to its Visitor Complex and the facility's Shuttle Launch Experience. The shuttle ride is considered as the largest single development in the complex's history. It is also one of the most notable debuts at a U.S. tourist attraction, according Kennedy Space Center officials.

The article focuses on different roller coaster rides that will be launched in the U.S. The $17.5 million Mystery Mine coaster at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee features a combination of high speeds and low hills. Valleyfair will debut its cowboy-themed Renegade wooden coaster in Minnesota in May 2007.

Reports on the offer of Walt Disney Co. of a new version of its Walt Disney World's Mission: Space amusement ride in 2006. Information on the new version; Signs to be posted by Walt Disney.

Reports on the lack of plan of Walt Disney World in Florida to change policies following the death of German tourist Hiltrud Bleumel who became ill after taking the Mission: Space thrill ride. Medical condition which Bleumel suffers from; Policy of the amusement park to continuously monitor and evaluate all their attractions; Requirement for amusement parks in Florida to report to the Bureau of Fair Rides Inspection whenever a rider is hospitalized.

This article announces the expansion of the Rawhide Western Town & Steakhouse theme park to the Gila River Indian Community in Phoenix, Arizona in December 2005. The theme park is just a boat ride away from the Sheraton Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa. The park's addition to the community increases the resort's appeal to family incentives as well as those looking to add a bit of Wild West experience to their programs. Attractions include a haunted-house hotel, mechanical bull, petting zoo, camel and burro rides, and shooting gallery.

Reports on the extension of the All You Can Eat...All Day Long program being offered by Universal Studios Hollywood, which started in summer of 2005. Restaurants where the passes can be bought; Cost of the passes for adults and for children; Amusement rides added by the park in summer of 2005.

Reports on the launch of the Kingda Ka roller coaster at Six Flags Great Adventure theme park in Jackson, New Jersey in the summer season of 2005. Description of the roller coaster; Features of a water park to be launched by Six Flags.

Focuses on the advantages of the decision of theme parks to focus on special group events. Information on the 50th anniversary celebration of Disneyland in Anaheim, California on May 5, 2005; Impact of the improvements in the marketing approach used by Disneyland on the theme park industry in the U.S. according to meeting planners; Amusement rides and facilities for private groups launched by Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida; Efforts of Disney parks in offering private space for special event groups.