BUSCH GARDENS PARK PRESIDENT EXPERIENCES A NEW BREED OF SPEED

TAMPA, Fla. (May 16, 2011) – It was nearly a year ago that Busch Gardens Park President Jim Dean donned a hard hat and stood on a pile of dirt to record a YouTube video teasing the park’s new attraction.

Today, Dean had the opportunity to ride Cheetah Hunt for the first time with Busch Gardens’ VP of Marketing, Gerard Hoeppner. Following their front-row ride, Dean commented “We have another winner here.”

Cheetah Hunt opens to the public on Friday, May 27.

Universal Orlando Resort Announces All-New Hollywood Drive-In Miniature Golf Experience Coming To CityWalk

Guests Can “Hit the Links” by Early 2012 With Two 18-Hole Courses Based on the Classic Drive-In Movie Era

Orlando, Fla.  (May 11, 2011) – Universal Orlando Resort today announced plans to premier an all-new, 36-hole miniature golf experience – Hollywood Drive-In Golf – at CityWalk by early 2012. The experience is being designed by Universal’s creative team to do for miniature golf what a blockbuster theme park attraction does for a movie:  bring it alive in an entirely new way. The two state-of-the art 18-hole courses will be unlike any other mini golf experience.

Inspired by the classic drive-in movie era, guests will be whisked into an elaborately-themed environment based on the vintage horror flicks and “little green men” science fiction films of the 1950s. As they experience two family friendly courses, “The Haunting of Ghostly Greens” and “Invaders From Planet Putt,” guests will putt their way through elaborate movie-style scenes, passing through a cemetery, under a giant spider, through a flying saucer and into the basement lab in a haunted house. Cutting-edge interactive elements and special effects will immerse guests further into the “double feature,” and with LED course edge-lighting they can play day, night and late night.

The new experience is being developed to complement Universal CityWalk’s role as an entertainment hub with something for everyone.

“We created Hollywood Drive-In to be fun and different and something everyone can enjoy,” said Ric Florell, senior vice president and general manager of resort revenue operations. “We used creative theming and state-of-the-art technology to take the experience to the next level. It’s perfect for Universal CityWalk – whether you are playing at 11am or 11pm.”

Situated just below the first level of CityWalk and next to the AMC Cineplex, guests will see the miniature golf courses as they are entering CityWalk from the parking garages. Construction on Hollywood Drive-In Golf is scheduled to begin this summer and the venue will open by early 2012.

"Snow White & the 7 Pirates" @ Fairytale Town

Live on the Mother Goose Stage!
Saturday & Sunday Matinees
June 11 to June 26, 2011

AARGH! It's the same old story you know so well--an evil queen, a poisoned apple, a beautiful princess--but with a few new twists: a mirrored magician, some mysterious mermaids, a zombie army, and seven eccentric ...pirates? Climb aboard for some swashbuckling fun in the summer sun -but mind the apples... AARGH!

Fairytale Town  is proud to present "Snow White & the 7 Pirates", the latest production from their popular and successful Fairytale Town Troupers program. Young actors aged 5 to 17 will present this exciting and original new stageplay live on the Mother Goose Stage. Laughter, swordplay and silliness abound and, best of all, performances are free (with paid park admission). Performances of  "Snow White & the 7 Pirates!" will be offered Saturdays & Sundays on the Mother Goose Stage at Fairytale Town on June 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, and 26, 2011. Showtimes are 12PM and 1PM.

Please Note: Due to a City Ordinance, adults cannot be admitted to Fairytale Town unless accompanied by a child.

Event Details
What: The Fairytale Town Troupers in "Snow White & the 7 Pirates!"
When: Saturdays & Sundays, June 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26, 2011

Time: 12:00 PM & 1:00PM
Cost: Performances are free (with paid park admission).
Weekend General Admission to Fairytale Town is $4.50 / Fairytale Town Members and Children 1 and under are admitted free.

Where: 3901 Land Park Drive, Sacramento CA 95822

Contact phone: Box office: 916-808-7462 / Theatre Arts Dept: 916-808-8884
E-mail: mrlee@fairytaletown.org
Website: www.fairytaletown.org

Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak Cities Offer Free Admission to Military Personnel

Knott’s Berry Farm and two of Southern California Knott’s Soak City water parks, San Diego and Buena Park, are pleased to announce that they will be offering FREE admission to active and retired United States Military personnel on Sunday and Monday of Memorial Day (May 29-30) weekend.  Additionally, all three of Knott’s Soak City Water Parks - San Diego, Buena Park and Palm Springs - will be offering FREE admission to active and retired United States Military personnel on Sunday and Monday of Independence Day (July 3-4) weekend as part of their Tribute to the Armed Forces Program.  A valid military ID must be presented to receive free admission.

            Active and retired members of the U.S. military will also be able to purchase discounted admission tickets for members of their immediate family (maximum of six) for Knott's Berry Farm for only $31.99 for each Regular ticket and $25.99 for each Regular Knott's Soak City ticket.

            “Our men and women in the military work tirelessly to protect and serve our country,” said Marty Keithley, General Manager of Knott’s Berry Farm, “this is just a small way in which we can thank them for their efforts.“      

            Knott’s Berry Farm is owned and operated by Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, a publicly traded partnership that is listed for trading on The New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FUN”.

For more information on everything there is to do at Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City go to www.knotts.com.

Nickelodeon's Hit Band, Big Time Rush, Spotted Having Big-Time Fun at Universal Orlando Resort

Nickelodeon’s hottest band, Big Time Rush, experienced big-time thrills at Universal Orlando Resort over the weekend while they were in town to perform live for fans at Universal Studios Florida on May 14. The hit series, “Big Time Rush,” stars Kendall Schmidt, James Maslow, Carlos Pena, Jr. and Logan Henderson as four best friends who move to Los Angeles for a chance at music superstardom. During their visit to Universal Orlando, they toured both world-class theme parks and soared above Hogwarts on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey.

KNOTT’S INTRODUCES MyPark APP

BUENA PARK, Calif. (May, 2011) – The Old West is going high tech as Knott’s Berry Farm introduces the MyPark App.  The MyPark App designed for iphones, ipads, and droids will help you plan and navigate you way through Ghost Town and beyond.

    The MyPark App is loaded with valuable information including:
•    Admission ticket and season pass prices.
•    Operating hours and directions to the park.
•    Information on Knott’s world-class rides and attractions.
•    Dining options
•    Locations of restrooms, atms, and other locals and you relation to them.
•    Friend finder to help you keep track of your group.
•    Park  map
•    Entertainment schedules

All this and more will be available on MyPark App which aims to make the guest experience at Knott’s even better.

Guests to Knott’s Berry Farm this summer will want to locate Knott’s newest ride WindSeeker on their MyPark App.  Rising over 300 feet in the air, WindSeeker will take 64 passengers to new heights as it ascends above the theme park and then spins passengers for a ride like no other. 

Knott’s is located 10 minutes from Disneyland Resort and 30 miles south of downtown Los Angeles.  Visit us online at www.knotts.com.

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