Disney World upgrades EPCOT’s Frozen Ever After with new tech, faces
Disney World is giving the Frozen Ever After ride at EPCOT a tech upgrade with the Anna, Elsa and Kristoff figures getting new lifelike faces.
Disney World is giving the Frozen Ever After ride at EPCOT a tech upgrade with the Anna, Elsa and Kristoff figures getting new lifelike faces.
Meet Aunt Elaine: The heart of Disney World's 50’s Prime Time Café at Hollywood Studios
Have you met Aunt Elaine at 50s Prime Time Cafe at Disney's Hollywood Studios? The Disney icon recently
Have you met Aunt Elaine at 50s Prime Time Cafe at Disney's Hollywood Studios? The Disney icon recently
50 Years of Disney Magic: Meet Aunt Elaine
Elaine West Grimes is celebrating more than 50 years of creating unforgettable moments at Walt Disney World. She started back in 1975, when Magic Kingdom was the only park on property. She was here with her family for spring break when she saw Disney was having a job fair. “They were having a job fair, and they went to the park, and I said I'm going to go check this out, and I had an interview and everything, and I got hired, and I didn't go back to New Jersey, I stayed here,” said Grimes. Elaine began at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and made her way to 50’s Prime Time Café in 1998, where she’s proudly known as Aunt Elaine. If you’ve never been, the restaurant inside Hollywood Studios feels like a kitchen straight out of the 1950s, where servers stay in character. “My character is your favorite aunt, and I used to babysit when you were little. You know, don't you remember me? And they say no, and I say, well, you won't forget me when you leave,” said Grimes.
Elaine West Grimes is celebrating more than 50 years of creating unforgettable moments at Walt Disney World. She started back in 1975, when Magic Kingdom was the only park on property. She was here with her family for spring break when she saw Disney was having a job fair. “They were having a job fair, and they went to the park, and I said I'm going to go check this out, and I had an interview and everything, and I got hired, and I didn't go back to New Jersey, I stayed here,” said Grimes. Elaine began at Disney’s Contemporary Resort and made her way to 50’s Prime Time Café in 1998, where she’s proudly known as Aunt Elaine. If you’ve never been, the restaurant inside Hollywood Studios feels like a kitchen straight out of the 1950s, where servers stay in character. “My character is your favorite aunt, and I used to babysit when you were little. You know, don't you remember me? And they say no, and I say, well, you won't forget me when you leave,” said Grimes.
SeaWorld rescues cold-stunned sea turtles
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
16 green sea turtles by SeaWorld Orlando’s rescue team following a severe freeze in Florida. These turtles are being treated for “cold stunning,” a condition that can occur when water temperatures drop below 50 degrees, causing the animals to become lethargic and unable to swim or eat.
Aquatica Orlando rolls out parkwide enhancements for 2026
Aquatica Orlando is making several updates around the park to improve the visitor experience, including expanded dining options, upgraded shade structures and an additional toll booth for smoother entry.
Aquatica Orlando is making several updates around the park to improve the visitor experience, including expanded dining options, upgraded shade structures and an additional toll booth for smoother entry.
Josh D'Amaro named next Walt Disney Company CEO to succeed Bob Iger
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Josh D’Amaro, who heads Disney’s Experiences division, will become CEO effective March 18, succeeding Bob Iger.
Slowpoke, oldest walrus at SeaWorld Orlando, dies
SeaWorld Orlando announced Friday night that "Slowpoke," the oldest walrus in its care, had died.
SeaWorld Orlando announced Friday night that "Slowpoke," the oldest walrus in its care, had died.
Aerosmith bassist Tom Hamilton rides Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster before Disney ride gets Muppets makeover
Tom Hamilton, the bassist for Aerosmith, visited Disney World this week to ride Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith "one last time" before the attraction closes in March.
Tom Hamilton, the bassist for Aerosmith, visited Disney World this week to ride Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith "one last time" before the attraction closes in March.
Cause of death for woman, 70, who died after riding Universal Orlando's 'Revenge of the Mummy' revealed
A woman who died after riding Universal Orlando's "Revenge of the Mummy," suffered a ruptured aneurysm without trauma, the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office ruled.
A woman who died after riding Universal Orlando's "Revenge of the Mummy," suffered a ruptured aneurysm without trauma, the Orange County Medical Examiner's Office ruled.
Injured Disney stuntman has no regrets about protecting Indiana Jones audience from 400-pound boulder
Robert Herrick, a Disney cast member who works at the Indiana Jones stunt show, was injured when he jumped in front of the boulder prop that rolled off track.
Robert Herrick, a Disney cast member who works at the Indiana Jones stunt show, was injured when he jumped in front of the boulder prop that rolled off track.
Stardust Racers reopens days after coaster stalls at Epic Universe
Both coaster trains "valleyed" and got stuck on Sunday.
Both coaster trains "valleyed" and got stuck on Sunday.
Disney stuntman hit by Indiana Jones boulder reflects on incident
When Disney stuntman Robert Herrick put himself in front of a 400-pound boulder, his only thought was, “this can't get to the audience.” Herrick reflected on the Dec. 30 incident, saying he plans to return to the Indiana Jones stage.
When Disney stuntman Robert Herrick put himself in front of a 400-pound boulder, his only thought was, “this can't get to the audience.” Herrick reflected on the Dec. 30 incident, saying he plans to return to the Indiana Jones stage.
EPCOT’s Garden Rocks concert lineup includes Simple Plan, 98 Degrees, Billy Ocean
The concerts are part of the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, which begins March 4.
The concerts are part of the EPCOT Flower & Garden Festival, which begins March 4.
SeaWorld Orlando offers Florida teachers free admission
The free Florida Teacher Card is valid for unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through Sept. 3.
The free Florida Teacher Card is valid for unlimited admission to SeaWorld Orlando through Sept. 3.
Family of woman, 70, who died after riding Universal's Revenge of the Mummy hires Orlando lawyer
The family of a 70-year-old woman who died after riding "Revenge of the Mummy" at Universal Orlando Resort have retained a civil rights attorney to investigate her death.
The family of a 70-year-old woman who died after riding "Revenge of the Mummy" at Universal Orlando Resort have retained a civil rights attorney to investigate her death.
Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift coaster revealed for Universal Studios Florida
The high-speed coaster is set to open next year on the former site of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster.
The high-speed coaster is set to open next year on the former site of the Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit coaster.
Stardust Racers roller coaster stalls at Epic Universe amid cold, windy weather
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
Universal Orlando’s new thrill ride, Stardust Racers, came to an unexpected stop Sunday.
New Universal Orlando attraction? Social media post hints at big announcement
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
The resort shared a teaser on social media over the weekend, hinting at an upcoming attraction announcement on Tuesday.
Report: Woman dead after riding Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
A 70-year-old woman became unresponsive after riding the "Revenge of the Mummy" ride at Universal Orlando Resort – and later died at the hospital, according to the state's latest theme park incidents report.
Blue Man Group sets new opening date for new Orlando show
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.
After a few delays, Blue Man Group will finally make its return to Orlando in May.