The Attractions Podcast

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The Attractions Podcast episodes

June 03, 2025Six Flags ‘Great Reset’, Disney Villains and Little Mermaid shows premiere, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/3/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Tom Sawyer Island, Rivers of America closing July 7; ‘Cars’ rides coming to Magic Kingdom
Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 will have Disney Villains on Treat Trails | Dates, tickets, what’s new
Full videos of new Disney Villains and ‘Little Mermaid’ shows at Hollywood Studios
Epic Universe early park admission (now with Dark Universe) | Rides open, eligible hotels
Drone show coming to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Top Gun rides, sing-along bar opening in Las Vegas in 2028
‘Godzilla The Ride’ opening globally from director of ‘Godzilla Minus One’
Six Flags declares ‘Great Reset,’ shares goals through 2028
Six Flags removing park presidents at all locations
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53 min
May 28, 2025Universal Epic Universe Grand Opening - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/27/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Epic Universe grand opening ceremonies for each portal
New Epic Universe print magazine celebrates the grand opening
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1 hr 8 min
May 12, 2025Disney Abu Dhabi theme park announced, Epic Universe docuseries, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/12/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Mega Movie Summer at Universal Studios Hollywood
Epic Universe docuseries coming to Peacock
World’s first aquarium submersible: SeaSub at SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
‘Jaws’ returning to movie theaters for 50th anniversary in summer 2025
New Disney theme park coming to Abu Dhabi on Yas Island
Why Disney in Abu Dhabi? Iger talks ‘huge endorsement’ of location
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37 min
May 07, 2025Tokyo Disneyland possibly getting ‘Incredibles’ and ‘Up’, Six Flags America permanently closing, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/5/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Six Flags America permanently closing after 2025 season
Volcano Bay to close for 2027 refurbishment, discontinue virtual line
Top Thrill 2 reopening + new coaster Siren’s Curse on the way at Cedar Point
Help save Kingda Ka coaster cars with Roller Coaster Museum
‘Incredibles,’ ‘Up’ possibly coming to Tokyo Disneyland by 2035 in Adventureland redesign
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56 min
April 30, 2025DC super heroes coming to Gaylord hotels, Epic Universe opening week hours, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/28/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Universal Fan Fest Nights 2025
Mandalorian update to Smugglers Run will let guests choose their path and interact with Grogu
Epic Universe park hours for opening week in May 2025
SeaWorld Orlando arctic flying ride Expedition Odyssey opening May 9 with Uki the walrus
Land of Oz opens at U.K. theme park with flying monkeys ride
How ‘Elementa’ in Los Angeles is shaping the future of dining shows | Interview
DC super heroes coming to Orlando + 3 more cities at Gaylord hotels
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41 min
April 21, 2025‘Star Trek’ and ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ Universal Fan Fest sneak peek, SeaWorld Orlando All-Day Dining Plan, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/21/2025
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Topic of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Photo tour: MSC World America | New cruise ship
The Slidecoaster was my favorite part of sailing on Norwegian Aqua | Review
SeaWorld Orlando All-Day Dining Plan: Cost, tips, & full-day review
Knoebels: A free-admission amusement park for the family
LA28 Olympic Games: One sport will be played at Universal Studios Hollywood on the set of ‘Back to the Future’
Preview of Universal Studios Hollywood’s ‘Star Trek’ and ‘Dungeons & Dragons’ experiences at Fan Fest Nights
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1 hr 1 min
April 16, 2025Disney Destiny cruise ship preview, Universal looking to break ground near London, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/16/2025
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Topic of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
New Universal theme park near London to break ground in 2026, if U.K. approves
Airline Luggage Transfer introduced at Disney World hotels
Disney Destiny cruise ship preview
Doctor Strange themed lounge coming to the Disney Destiny
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53 min
April 07, 2025Our media visit to Universal’s Epic Universe exploring all 5 worlds - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/7/2025
Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast.
Topic of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Epic Universe photo tour: Inside all 5 worlds, from Nintendo to Harry Potter
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1 hr 36 min
April 01, 20257 Walt Disney World announcements for this summer, Epic Universe Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 3/31/2025
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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Epic Universe Express Pass: List of eligible attractions, pricing
Photos inside Universal Terra Luna Resort, now open by Epic Universe
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience pricing, reservations for Epic Universe
New Legoland indoor roller coasters in Florida and California for 2026
7 Walt Disney World announcements for summer 2025 just revealed
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45 min
March 25, 2025‘How to Train Your Dragon’ characters in Epic Universe, Inside the new DVC lounge at Magic Kingdom, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 3/24/2025
Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast.
Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:
Inside the new DVC lounge at Magic Kingdom: McKim’s Mile House
Figment ‘series or short-form videos’ requested by Disney CEO Bob Iger
Dolly Parton surprises fans as Dollywood celebrates 40th season, teases 2026 ride
Dollywood owner Herschend acquires Palace Entertainment’s U.S. theme parks
Celebrate ‘Halfway to Halloween’ in The Witch City
Rapterra roller coaster soars to success at Kings Dominion | Review + POV
Toothless, Hiccup, Stormfly, and Astrid characters revealed for How to Train Your Dragon – Isle of Berk at Epic Universe
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36 min

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