Epic Universe’s Celestial Park opening to convention attendees, Disney’s Soarin’ Across America updates, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 5/17/2026

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: Magic of Disney Animation returning to Hollywood Studios after 11 years in 2026 Fast & Furious Hollywood Drift: Ride details, testing, opening timeline and more ‘Fast & Furious’ roller coaster at Universal Orlando details; Supercharged closing in August 2026 Will MonteZOOMa: The Forbidden Fortress open at Knott’s in 2026? LEGO officially greenlights fan-made Universal Monsters set Kumba Closing at Busch Garden Hersheypark Trip Report 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 [email protected] 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 producer, Dream Together Media LLC, or staff.

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: ‘Star Wars: The Experience’ arrives in 2027 with more than 70 artifacts ‘Resident Evil’ at Universal Horror Unleashed: puzzles, zombies and Nemesis await DC Heroes & Villains Fest makes its Six Flags Over Georgia debut Universal Nights coming to Epic Universe this October with rides, entertainment, and snacks 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 [email protected] 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.

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: Pokémon fun coming to Legoland Florida, California and New York Dollywood launches first-ever Harvey’s Boo Bash for three event nights only Superman flying coaster and Lex Luthor ride coming to Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Evel Knievel Experience turns America’s greatest daredevil into a Las Vegas attraction ANNOUNCED: First-ever ‘Hellraiser’ haunted house coming to both Halloween Horror Nights events 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 [email protected] 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.

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: Comcast announces NBCUniversal spinoff; what it means for Universal theme parks Walt Disney World Christmas holiday season expands for 2026 Disney World’s iconic Grand Floridian gingerbread house holiday display is gone A life-size replica of Peter Parker’s apartment is coming to New York City Madlands: Caged Cannibals haunted house for Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) ‘Cybergoria’ house sends guests into a frozen future ruled by machines for Universal Halloween Horror Nights 35 (2026) H.R. Bloodengutz returns to Halloween Horror Nights 2026 – first house in 15 years 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 [email protected] 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.

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: Pixar Summer Fest at Hong Kong Disneyland debuts exclusive character moments Disney Springs is entering its next era — here’s what’s changing this summer Universal Epic Universe dazzles with a new nighttime spectacular, ‘Universal Celestial Goodnight’ First look photos: Universal Kids Resort theme park as seen from our hotel room Universal Kids Resort isn’t focused on impressive rides — it’s for young families 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 [email protected] 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.

Enjoy this bonus episode as we chat with our special guest, LA Times featured columnist Todd Martens, from Mr. Todd's Wild Ride. 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 [email protected] 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.

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: Shrek’s Swamp at Universal Kids Resort: height requirements, activities, and parent tips Minions vs. Minions at Universal Kids Resort: rides, play areas, and parent tips Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’s 170-ft vertical spike | Universal Orlando Resort Six Flags Great Adventure’s summer additions show the park is investing beyond rides Carowinds’ newest ride promises three world records and one very big splash Matt Selman’s Universal comments give fans of “The Simpsons” hope for Treehouse of Horror at HHN 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 [email protected] 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.  

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: Universal Horror Unleashed adds new haunted house, events and anime horror experience (Review) Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge in Disneyland is new again with expanded characters and movie music (Review) Bluey and Bingo’s Pyjama Party proves a hit aboard Disney Wish Bluey on Disney Wish: character experiences, merchandise and schedule Taylor Swift’s song announcement: Here’s how she will be involved in “Toy Story 5” First Look: Looney Tunes Land opens today at Six Flags Magic Mountain Inside Monstropolis: We got an early look at Disney’s Monsters, Inc. coaster expansion 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 [email protected] 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.

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: We spent 40 minutes at Jessie’s Roundup in Magic Kingdom and it was a hit New Jaws-themed restaurant inside Universal Studios Florida makes a splash Six Flags Great America 50th anniversary to feature new nighttime spectacular, parade, and more Six Flags Fiesta Texas is getting a werewolf-themed coaster unlike anything else in the world Papa Johns is bringing Pizza Planet to life Disney is massively transforming Carousel of Progress — Here’s what’s changing 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 [email protected] 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.

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: Captain Cacao’s delightful debut at Epic Universe: a must-do character meet and greet “Sinners” announced for Halloween Horror Nights 2026 – prepare for crowds (PHOTOS) Disney Animation Courtyard’s character figures, handprints and special details (Review) Soarin’ Across America lifts off, but fails to reach new heights (Review) I previewed ‘Bluey’s Wild World’ – it suits Disney’s Animal Kingdom I previewed “Jessie’s Roundup” coming to Magic Kingdom and it feels built for summer crowds Smugglers Run has a secret Grogu mode — how to unlock it (Rendering) Nate Bargatze wants Nateland theme park to have coasters, shows, and a 1990s-mall Early reactions to ‘Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets’ hit a high note (Review) 5 things we loved about Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring the Muppets 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 [email protected] 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.