Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ surprise at Walt Disney World, and more news! - The Attractions Podcast - Recorded 12/16/2025

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: ‘Five Nights at Freddy’s’ theme park ride | Art from the never-built attraction New theme park Dracula Land in planning Dig World construction-themed park from Dude Perfect opening in 2026 Sloth World opening in Orlando in 2026 Taylor Swift ‘Eras Tour’ surprise opens at Disney World 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: Bluey attractions revealed for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disneyland in 2026 Muppets live appearances planned for Disney Cruise Line DC and Universal ‘in talks’ for potential superhero rides BON, ‘world’s first luxury-focused theme park,’ opening in 2026 Walt Disney World reveals opening & closing date timeframes for 8 major attractions 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: New ‘Harry Potter’ theme park land announced — and not where you’d expect Isle of Berk decorated for ‘Snoggletog’ for Epic Universe’s first holiday season | Photo tour Universal Orlando holiday food 2025: Best and worst seasonal menu items Epcot Festival of the Holidays 2025: Best and worst new food Disney testing ‘Avatar’ water animatronics for California Adventure? Olaf walking animatronic coming to 2 Disney theme parks 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: 2026 Thea Awards recognize Monsters Unchained, Haunted Mansion Parlor, and more | List of honorees Nate Bargatze theme park ‘Nateland’ officially in development for Nashville International Drive roller coaster planned from operator of canceled Skyplex ‘Polercoaster’ ‘Top Gun’ rides, sing-along bar opening in Las Vegas in 2028 and possibly Orlando Mattel water parks announced with Barbie, Hot Wheels IAAPA Expo 2025: All  the ride vehicles revealed for new theme park attractions 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: How Netflix House is bringing people back to malls with ‘Wednesday’ and ‘One Piece’ in Philadelphia Krampus & Kin now at Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas for holiday season Disney Springs Christmas Tree Stroll 2025 | New trees for Villains, ‘Fantasia,’ ‘Frozen’ Airline Luggage Transfer expanded at Disney World hotels Epic Universe Christmas holiday decorations in Celestial Park | Photo tour 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: Disney Destiny: Photos inside new heroes-vs.-villains cruise ship, updated all week Character guide to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party 2025 at Magic Kingdom Six Flags says closing or selling more parks is ‘priority’ Two new SeaWorld parks planned internationally, ‘concept development’ in progress Mr. Beast theme park ‘Beast Land’ opening as limited-time pop-up ‘Encanto’ ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in 2027 | Concept art, scale model, story details 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 Theme Parks: The Exhibition’ 18,000-square-foot museum tour begins in Philadelphia in 2026 New Universal U.K. theme park ‘anticipated’ opening set for 2031 ‘Wicked: For Good’ arrives at Universal Orlando inside ‘Wicked: The Experience’ ‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom | Inside the new show opening November 7 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: Rip Ride Rockit demolition complete at Universal Studios Florida Travis Kelce purchases stake in Six Flags with business partners New balloons in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2025: Shrek’s kids, Mario Character guide for Disney Jollywood Nights 2025 at Hollywood Studios Epic Universe 2026 ticket price calendar; still no annual pass option 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: ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ coaster marks first launch ahead of 2026 opening at Universal Studios Hollywood Express pass for single attractions testing at Universal Orlando Soarin’ Across America opening at Epcot, Disney California Adventure in 2026 4 Six Flags parks removing surcharge for haunted houses at Halloween events Barracuda Strike suspended roller coaster opening in 2026 at SeaWorld San Antonio Universal Kids theme park in Texas: All rides, lands revealed 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: Disney World ticket prices set new record, crossing $200 milestone for 1-day ticket in 2026 Universal Orlando holiday season 2025 | What’s new & what’s back Six Flags Qiddiya City opening planned for late 2025 with world’s tallest & fastest roller coaster New theme park announced: RetroEscapes, ‘world’s first nostalgia park’ in Las Vegas Disney World news for 3 major attractions: Frozen, Muppets, & Zootopia 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.