Sinopsis
Attractions Magazine's Expansion Drive is a weekly show that covers theme parks, video games, television, movies and all things fun, geeky, nerd pop culture.
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Opening dates for Zootopia at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Muppets Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, a Pokemon theme park land is coming, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 8/25/2025
26/08/2025 Duración: 52minJoin 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: The Beak and Barrel | Inside new Pirates of the Caribbean bar at Magic Kingdom Jock Lindsey’s Halloween Bar at Disney Springs | Food & décor ‘Pokémon’ theme park land opening in 2026 Muppets to make their Broadway debut with a touch of magic in fall 2025 Walt Disney World reveals announcements for 4 major attractions coming in 2025 & 2026 during ‘Play & Preview’ showcase The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attract
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Universal Horror Unleashed in Vegas now open, Disney and Universal water park special events, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 8/19/2025
19/08/2025 Duración: 30minJoin 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: Typhoon Lagoon transforming into Kuzcotopia for one night only: What to know Volcano Bay Nights return to Universal Orlando in fall 2025, tickets now available Six Flags Fright Fest 2025: 6 movie-inspired haunted houses at 7 parks ‘The Conjuring’ escape-room-style experience coming to 4 Six Flags parks for extra charge Shaquille O’Neal roller coaster overlay coming to Hersheypark Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas: Videos inside all 4 haunted houses + ticket prices The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggest
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SeaWorld parent company ready to build, Fantastic Four Disneyland projection mapping, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 8/11/2025
11/08/2025 Duración: 49minJoin 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: ‘Fantastic Four’ projection mapping on Space Mountain at Disneyland | Video Speedway Stunt Coaster opening at Six Flags México in 2026 ‘Monsters, Inc.’ roller coaster construction update, August 2025 | Disney’s Hollywood Studios Rip Ride Rockit’s replacement construction update, August 2025 | Universal Studios Florida ‘Globally recognized IP’ coming to SeaWorld, Busch Gardens theme parks + mystery attraction planned for Orlando SeaWorld Orlando expansion: Parent company ready to build Two new SeaWorld parks planned internationally The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and
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Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party 2025 details, Epic Universe TV special, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 8/4/2025
04/08/2025 Duración: 51minJoin 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: Epic Universe TV special airing August 2025: ‘Inside the Worlds of Epic Universe’ Six Flags cancels Christmas, Halloween events at multiple parks ‘The Conjuring’ experience coming to four Six Flags parks for extra charge We tried Orlando’s new ‘Squid Game’ free-roaming VR experience | Review World’s biggest Build-A-Bear Workshop coming to Icon Park in Orlando in 2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2025 | Dates, tickets, what’s new, what’s back The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you
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Magic of Animation returning to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Six Flags 2026 pass includes over 50 parks, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 7/28/2025
29/07/2025 Duración: 36minJoin 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: Fantastic Four + H.E.R.B.I.E. character meet & greets at Disneyland Six Flags 2026 season pass: Buy pass for any park, get 50 other parks free Comic-Con 2025 videos | ‘Percy Jackson,’ ‘Lilo & Stitch,’ ‘Abbott Elementary’ activations Taylor Swift wax figures launch at Madame Tussauds | See all 13 Eras Tour looks Magic of Disney Animation returning to Hollywood Studios after 11 years in 2026 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments
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Walt Disney animatronic debuts, Disney Starlight parade dress rehearsals, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 7/21/2025
21/07/2025 Duración: 47minJoin 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: ‘Disney Starlight’ | Full video, photos of new Magic Kingdom nighttime parade ‘Universal Theme Parks: The Exhibition’ 18,000-square-foot museum tour begins in Philadelphia in 2026 Indoor, space-themed roller coasters coming to Legoland in Florida and California for 2026 Walt Disney animatronic revealed at Disneyland | Video + photos ‘Walt Disney – A Magical Life’ review The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.
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Universal Mega Movie Summer, Chuck E. Cheese for adults and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 7/14/2025
15/07/2025 Duración: 42minJoin 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: With ‘Cool Kid Summer,’ Disney World tries new approach to character meet & greets DC Heroes and Villains Fest is bigger and better in 2025 at Six Flags Magic Mountain | Report AlpenFury launch coaster debuts at Canada’s Wonderland | POV video Activate Orlando is a new immersive gaming experience on International Drive Chuck E. Cheese for adults | New Chuck’s Arcade concept now open in 11 locations Universal Mega Movie Summer 2025 | Videos of ‘Jaws,’ ‘Jurassic’ activations in Hollywood The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We we
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Rivers of America and Tom Sawyer Island have officially closed at Magic Kingdom, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 7/7/2025
08/07/2025 Duración: 35minJoin 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: Quantum Accelerator straddle coaster delayed until 2026 at Six Flags New England Nickelodeon hotel coming to Orlando (again) with residential apartments, SpongeBob restaurant Liberty Square Riverboat 2025 tour at Magic Kingdom with 40 photos, 20-minute POV Tom Sawyer Island 2025 tour at Magic Kingdom with 80 photos before it closes forever The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The At
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Halloween Horror Nights gets a new original character, Stitch neighborhood in Shanghai Disneyland, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/30/2025
30/06/2025 Duración: 01h05minJoin 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: New Test Track ‘3.0’ POV at Epcot Stitch neighborhood in Tomorrowland at Shanghai Disneyland Inside the defunct animation studio at Walt Disney World, Feature Animation Florida Chicago will be next location for Universal Horror Unleashed year-round haunt New coasters Siren’s Curse + Top Thrill 2 at Cedar Point | Ride reviews, POVs Sonic the Hedgehog attractions planned for the U.S. and beyond Introducing Sergio Navarro, a new original character for Halloween Horror Nights 2025 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome yo
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Test Track reopening soon at Epcot, New Epic Universe restaurant coming, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/23/2025
24/06/2025 Duración: 48minJoin 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: New Epic Universe restaurant(s) opening in 2026 SeaWorld Orlando debuts its first drone show Dollywood’s new ride for 2026 Mack Rides’ new rocking-boat ride system at Futuroscope will change theme parks Test Track reopening July 22 with ‘spirit of optimism’ rooted in Epcot history The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are tho
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Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster ride vehicle revealed, M3GAN at Universal Studios, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/16/2025
17/06/2025 Duración: 38minJoin 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: M3GAN now dancing at Universal Orlando in flash mob | Full video Disney Villains go kiddie in new show at Hollywood Studios | Review Disney Imagineers share 3 focuses for new Frontierland attractions at Magic Kingdom Dollywood 40th anniversary documentary now streaming Ride vehicle revealed for ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ coaster opening in 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attra
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Big changes coming to Disney California Adventure, Halloween Horror Nights Orlando 2025 details begin, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/9/2025
09/06/2025 Duración: 53minJoin 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: Halloween Horror Nights 2025 at Universal Orlando: Tickets, dates, haunted houses, Premium Scream Night Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit roller coaster closing August 18 at Universal Studios Florida Celebrating Pride Month 2025 at Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World ‘Disney Starlight’ nighttime parade debuts July 20 at Magic Kingdom with new passholder reservation rules ‘Monsters, Inc.’ ride permanently closing for ‘Avatar’ at Disney California Adventure ‘Avatar’ coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland | What to know ‘Coco’ ride coming to Disney California Adventure at Disneyland | What to know The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premiu
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Six Flags ‘Great Reset’, Disney Villains and Little Mermaid shows premiere, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 6/3/2025
03/06/2025 Duración: 52minJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brough
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Universal Epic Universe Grand Opening - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/27/2025
28/05/2025 Duración: 01h07minJoin 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: Epic Universe grand opening ceremonies for each portal New Epic Universe print magazine celebrates the grand opening The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.
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Disney Abu Dhabi theme park announced, Epic Universe docuseries, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/12/2025
12/05/2025 Duración: 36minJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subje
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Tokyo Disneyland possibly getting ‘Incredibles’ and ‘Up’, Six Flags America permanently closing, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/5/2025
07/05/2025 Duración: 55minJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subje
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DC super heroes coming to Gaylord hotels, Epic Universe opening week hours, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/28/2025
30/04/2025 Duración: 40minJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your sug
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‘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
21/04/2025 Duración: 01h47sJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your sugg
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Disney Destiny cruise ship preview, Universal looking to break ground near London, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/16/2025
16/04/2025 Duración: 52minJoin 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: 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessari
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Our media visit to Universal’s Epic Universe exploring all 5 worlds - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 4/7/2025
07/04/2025 Duración: 01h35minJoin 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 The Attractions Podcast is brought to you by MEI-Travel and Mouse Fan Travel. They provide premium service and expert advice to get the most for your vacation time and dollars. Visit them at mei-travel.com. We welcome your suggestions and want you to be a part of the discussion. Please send your comments to info@attractionsmagazine.com with the subject line “The Attractions Podcast.” Statements or opinions herein are those of the hosts and advertisers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the producers, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.