SeaWorld and Sesame Workshop announce extended partnership and new Sesame Place theme park

Friendly faces, furry hugs and lots of counting fun … it’s time to take a magical carpet ride to where the air is sweet. There’s only one street where we could be going, and Elmo, Cookie Monster, Big Bird and the rest of the gang are ready and waiting. SeaWorld Entertainment and Sesame Workshop, the […]

Conquer Coasters and Dominate the Day: ‘Battle for Kings Dominion’ augmented reality app is now available

Have you ever wanted to rule a theme park? Now’s your chance. Following on the footsteps of the popular Pokemon Go craze (Is that still a craze?), Kings Dominion has just launched a brand new interactive gaming app. Developed by experiential design experts Holovis, The Battle for Kings Dominion app is a combination of augmented […]

Busch Gardens Food & Wine Festival 2017: What’s new?

The widely popular, and always delicious, Food & Wine Festival is returning to Busch Gardens Williamsburg for its fifth season. The event takes place on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from May 26 through July 2, 2017. In addition to global food and beverage options (available at 15 creatively themed kiosks located around the park), park […]

Busch Gardens Williamsburg partners with Boys & Girls Clubs to ‘Buy a Pass, Donate a Ticket’

Busch Gardens Williamsburg and Water Country USA have just announced a new partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Virginia Peninsula and Boys & Girls Clubs of Southeast Virginia. This exciting project will help provide unique, educational and fun experiences for area children. During the month of April, the “Buy a Pass, Donate a Ticket” […]

Busch Gardens 2017: What’s up for the Upcoming Season?

Exciting rides, fun events and action-packed adventure are on the agenda for the 2017 season at Busch Gardens and Water Country USA, Williamsburg, Virginia. So, without further ado … What’s new at Busch Gardens in 2017? The first and foremost thing on everybody’s mind is, of course, the new ride. Vikings come to town as […]

Universal Orlando Halloween Horror Nights 2016

I’m a little late to the table with this haunted attraction review, but I have a really good excuse. This was a last minute, spur-of-the-moment trip to Orlando. The tween had a ½ day of school on Friday, and then no school on Monday or Tuesday (thank you Election Day, end of the semester, and […]

Christmas Town 2014: Busch Gardens opens with new show and toy drive

Note: This article was originally published at Examiner.com in December 2014. With eight million twinkling lights, joyous music and delicious dining, Christmas Town at Busch Gardens has become a tradition for many families. The Williamsburg park opens for the Christmas season this Friday, November 21, 2014. Along with an all-new musical show, there will be […]

Busch Gardens Christmas Town 2016: Get the best deal of the season by buying early and online

It’s the best time of the season to lock in deals for Christmas Town 2016 at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. The park is now offering some of the lowest prices for this very popular holiday event. These low prices are available online only. Busch Gardens has designed a new system for Christmas Town tickets. There will […]

Busch Gardens Christmas Town 2015: ‘Twas That Night ice show

  Note: This article was originally published at Examiner.com in December 2015. If you haven’t yet made plans for Christmas light viewing, weekend getaways or day trips, be sure to put Busch Gardens at the top of your holiday travel itinerary. The Williamsburg park just opened for its annual Christmas Town event. Eight million lights, […]

Howl-O-Scream 2016: Circo Sinistro and No Escape come to Busch Gardens

Halloween is my most favorite time of year. I’m always a willing target participant for the next big scary attraction. I’ll be the one screaming my head off, but I’ll be there. I recently had the opportunity to check out the new haunted houses/mazes and other attractions at Howl-O-Scream 2016. I try not to be […]

New rides, shows and attractions coming to SeaWorld Parks in 2017

The SeaWorld Parks family has all sorts of new and exciting attractions, shows and events coming up in 2017. New additions include new rides at three theme parks, a virtual reality experience and a new orca presentation. These additions will provide family thrills, unique learning experiences and a deeper understanding of SeaWorld’s commitment to conservation. […]