AUTHOR: Tom Bell
Leadership changes announced at SeaWorld Entertainment
In the wake of declining attendance and income, SeaWorld Entertainment CEO Joel Manby recently announced several changes to the leadership team, including some promotions and retirements. Following the retirement of Chief Parks Operations Officer Daniel B. Brown, John Reilly, the current president of SeaWorld San Diego has been promoted to that position. Marilyn Hannes, who … Leadership changes announced at SeaWorld Entertainment
SeaWorld San Diego announces new attraction
SeaWorld San Diego has announced plans for a new 3-acre aquarium based attraction. Ocean Explorer will feature aquariums filled with octopuses, spider crabs and hundreds of jellyfish, plus 5 rides, including the signature submarine ride that will travel through the area. There will also be a wave-swinger ride themed as a jellyfish where guests will … SeaWorld San Diego announces new attraction
Shanghai Disneyland ticket pricing based on demand
The Shanghai Disney Resort has released ticket information for their Shanghai Disneyland theme park that opens this summer. Tickets go on sale March 28 and Shanghai Disneyland will be the first Disney Park to offer tickets with pricing based on demand. The price for a one-day ticket during designated holidays, weekends and summer holidays, plus … Shanghai Disneyland ticket pricing based on demand
New candles bring the smell of Disneyland home
Anthology Candles of Charleston, South Carolina has released a Disney Parks and Resorts Series of candles inspired by smells you would experience during your Disneyland vacation. The line includes the pineapple goodness of a Dole Whip, the warm cinnamon of Churros, and the pine trees and citrus of Soarin’. Additional candles are themed to the … New candles bring the smell of Disneyland home
Universal Studios Hollywood adopts new pricing model
In advance of the April 7th opening of a new Harry Potter themed area, Universal Studios Hollywood has implemented a new pricing structure for online ticket sales. The price for a ticket purchased at the gate is $95, however by purchasing online, guests can now save between $5 and $20, depending on the demand for … Universal Studios Hollywood adopts new pricing model
Harrison Ford previews Star Wars lands & Elton John performs during Disneyland television special
More details have been released about the upcoming ABC television special, “The Wonderful World of Disney: Disneyland 60,” including the host, performers, and an interactive way to watch from home. Derek Hough (Dancing With the Stars) will host the special which will feature footage from the Disneyland Resort and the Dolby Theater in Hollywood. Guests … Harrison Ford previews Star Wars lands & Elton John performs during Disneyland television special
Disneyland announces Annual Passholder celebration
The Disneyland Resort has announced several special events throughout the month of February created especially for Annual Passholders. Passholders will be able to enjoy screenings of Disney animated shorts at the Main Street Opera House in Disneyland Park and Stage 17 and the Blue Sky Cellar in Disney California Adventure. At the Opera House and … Disneyland announces Annual Passholder celebration
New PhotoPass website and mobile access coming for Disneyland guests
Beginning Thursday, there will be a few changes to the PhotoPass Service at the Disneyland Resort. One major change is a new website for both Disneyland Resort and Aulani guests. Guests who are working on projects, such as photobooks, will need to complete them before midnight (Pacific) on Wednesday as unfinished projects will not transfer. … New PhotoPass website and mobile access coming for Disneyland guests
Historic Disneyland building moved to a new location
The Pope House, a 1920s house that was moved backstage during the construction of Disneyland in the 1950s, has been relocated once again. Well before Disneyland opened, Owen and Dolly Pope were hired by Walt Disney to care for the horses and other animals that would work at Disneyland. The Popes (and their ponies) moved … Historic Disneyland building moved to a new location
Aulani to get new high-end neighbor
Disney’s Aulani Resort in Hawaii could be getting a new neighbor as Atlantis Resorts makes plans to build a new $2 billion resort nearby. The new resort would be built on a 15-acre parcel on the Diamond Head side of Aulani and would be the most expensive resort ever built. Amenities at the Atlantis Resort … Aulani to get new high-end neighbor
