Wednesday, July 01, 2009
One Minute, 39 Seconds
Technical details on Rip, Ride, Rockit have been revealed.
More Media Hysteria Strikes Universal (cont'd)
One of my pet peeves is the way "the media" sensationalizes every accident at a theme park.
It seems that every time someone gets injured, it's a newsworthy event and the injured person becomes a "victim."
This time round, it's an employee at Universal Orlando's Dueling Dragons attraction in Islands of Adventure.
No word on the extent of the injuries. Did he/she slip and fall, break a leg, or get impaled? Who knows. But WESH solemnly reports that, "The victim was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center for treatment."
Obviously, I hope the injured worker is okay, but give me a break.
How many people get injured on the job in Orlando every day? Lots, I'd guess. But only at a theme park does it become "news."
It seems that every time someone gets injured, it's a newsworthy event and the injured person becomes a "victim."
This time round, it's an employee at Universal Orlando's Dueling Dragons attraction in Islands of Adventure.
No word on the extent of the injuries. Did he/she slip and fall, break a leg, or get impaled? Who knows. But WESH solemnly reports that, "The victim was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center for treatment."
Obviously, I hope the injured worker is okay, but give me a break.
How many people get injured on the job in Orlando every day? Lots, I'd guess. But only at a theme park does it become "news."
Wednesday, May 13, 2009
Manta at SeaWorld
Is Shamu Safe From Being Gobbled Up By Bigger Fish?
I think this is good news.
Chatter surrounding the potential auction of Orlando-based Busch Entertainment has cooled off in recent weeks. For example, when Jeff Immelt, the chairman and chief executive officer of General Electric Co., the ultimate parent of Universal Orlando, was asked whether his company has considered purchasing Busch Entertainment, part of his response was, "My understanding is that's been slowed down a little bit."
Labels: anheuser busch seaworld orlando, inbev
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
"SeaWorld, Discovery Cove & Aquatica" On Kindle
My book, SeaWorld, Discovery Cove & Aquatica: Orlando's Salute to the Seas is now available in a Kindle version for the bargain price of $7.99.
It's sales rank is around 46,000 (out of 270,000+) so I guess it's getting some takers. Next time you're at SeaWorld, look for people reading their Kindle while they waiting for Shamu.
You can find it at the Kindle Store.
Oh, and the paperback version got some nice 5-star reviews. Thanks!
It's sales rank is around 46,000 (out of 270,000+) so I guess it's getting some takers. Next time you're at SeaWorld, look for people reading their Kindle while they waiting for Shamu.
You can find it at the Kindle Store.
Oh, and the paperback version got some nice 5-star reviews. Thanks!
Labels: aquatica, discovery cove, kindle, seaworld orlando
Friday, April 24, 2009
Rip, Ride, Rockit Preview
Universal has set up a special site, mostly for the media, to preview their upcoming Rip, Ride, Rockit rollercoaster.
There are some nifty graphics and animations showing off some of the ride's "first-ever moves."
Labels: rip ride rockit, roller coasters, universal studios florida
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Cypress Gardens Returns To Its Roots
Well, I didn't think it was in the cards, but I glad to have been proved wrong.
Not only is Cypress Gardens open again, but the pyramid is back!
The new management has wisely return to Cypress Garden's roots, focusing on the water ski show and the gardens. They also plan to expand the water park. I wish them well.
Not only is Cypress Gardens open again, but the pyramid is back!
The new management has wisely return to Cypress Garden's roots, focusing on the water ski show and the gardens. They also plan to expand the water park. I wish them well.
Labels: cypress gardens, water ski show
