Universal Pictures and Stuber Productions Join Forces With Leading Toy and Entertainment Company Spin Master Ltd to Bring Bakugan Battle Brawlers to the Big Screen Dec 17, 2008
Formed in May 2004 through the combining of NBC and Vivendi, NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group and world-renowned theme parks. NBC Universal is 80% owned by General Electric and 20% owned by Vivendi. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Disneyland Resort Makes Annual Passes More Accessible and Affordable for Southern California Residents Dec 16, 2008
the Disneyland Resort features two spectacular theme parks -- Disneyland(the original Disney theme park) and Disney's California Adventure park -- plus the Downtown Disney District comprised of unique dining, entertainment and shopping experiences. The Resort's three hotels are the luxurious 745-room Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa, the magical 988-room Disneyland Hotel and the "day- at-the-beach" fun of the 489-room Disney's Paradise Pier Hotel. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Dec 12, 2008
the area offers a little bit of everything to explore from theme parks, museums, sports and performing arts. the cost of. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
What outback? Nov 22, 2008
Within two hours Drive south to the Gold Coast for theme parks, surfing, Gucci and tacky souvenirs. Go north for a more relaxed time on the Sunshine Coast if you can get there before the developers transform it. (Globe and Mail)
Disneyland at Hallowe'en Oct 3, 2008
I have recently returned from Disneyland and experienced the theme parks decked out for Hallowe'en for the first time. If you are thinking of going at this time of year here is what is in store for you. (Suite101.com)
Theme parks celebrate Halloween around theU.S. Sep 9, 2008
Theme parks celebrate Halloween - Family- msnbc ... Theme parks celebrate Halloween ... Throughout the lead-up to Halloween, theme parks are pulling out the stops with special evening events, from gentle hayrides to jump-out-of-your-skin scare zones. (MSNBC -- Travel)
The Other Sleeping Beauty Castles Jun 21, 2008
Sleeping Beauty Castle is the focal point for a magical nightly fireworks display similar to that in other Disney theme parks. The Disney in the Stars pyrotechnics is coordinated to music and songs from Disney musical classics. (Suite101.com)
Remnants of a prosperous past echo in Pingyao Jun 15, 2008
Numerous minority villages have become ethnic theme parks - not be confused with the Ethnic Minorities Park just across the street from Beijing's Olympic Village - and even the Forbidden City, the greatest architectural manifestation of Imperial China, until recently housed a Starbucks within its gates. Pingyao is an overnight train ride or one-hour flight from Beijing and about two hours by bus from the provincial capital, Taiyuan. (Boston Globe)
Thomas Kinkade's Artwork Gives Fresh Life to Iconic American Classics Jun 9, 2008
--(BUSINESS WIRE)--A majestic castle stands sentinel as dawn rises over one of Americas favorite theme parks. The gracious southern estate of an iconic American musician appears behind open gates, ready to greet the visitor. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Lake Garda's Top Ten Sights May 29, 2008
From theme parks to real castles, Roman ruins to fine dining, Lake Garda has earned its bragging rights as Italy's favorite summer destination. Here are the ten best. (Suite101.com)
* Springs fever Apr 12, 2008
While long overshadowed by the states theme parks and beaches, Floridas springs are well-known among locals who use them for swimming, kayaking and other water sports ... While long overshadowed by the states theme parks and beaches, the springs are well-known locally. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Koolhaas's metropolis seeks 'optimism in the inevitable' Mar 5, 2008
To Koolhaas this strategy, which many architects refer to as the Bilbao syndrome, reduces cities to theme parks of architectural tchotchkes that mask an underlying homogeneity. His strategy is not to reject either trend outright but to locate each one's hidden, untapped potential, or as he puts it, "to find optimism in the inevitable.". (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
Marie Osmond Headlines SPARK / 3TV Women's Expo Feb 29, 2008
"In addition to being an international celebrity, Marie is also a savvy businesswoman. In 1991, she launched the "Marie Osmond Fine Porcelain Collector Dolls" line on QVC and at Disney theme parks. It has become QVC's top selling doll line, was nominated for Trendsetter of the Year in the collectibles industry and has moved into the retail and direct response markets. Marie began sculpting a number of her own dolls in 1993, and has received several "Dolls of Excellence" and "Doll of the Year"... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
4Kids TV(TM) Celebrates Sixth Season on FOX with Action-Packed Fall Line-up Sep 8, 2007
September 8th Launch Supported by Major Promotion with Six Flags Theme Parks and K--B Toys ... 4Kids teamed up with Six Flags Theme Parks and K--B Toys on this major multi-level promotion ... One First Prize Winner will receive a set of four season passes redeemable at participating Six Flags Theme Parks. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Cowabunga! 7-Elevens Get Kwik-E Makeover Jul 3, 2007
Aside from the Kwik-E-Mart stunt, the Simpsons movie has also spawned several toy lines (including both plush and action figures), videogames and even rides at Universal theme parks. Additionally, USA Today has joined with Fox to find the best "Springfield" in the country. (E! Online)
Old Parks, New Thrills Jun 10, 2007
Theme parks offer some new thrills. Article:Theme parks offer some new thrills:/c/a/2007/06/10/TRG71QB3QM1 ... DTL Article:Theme parks offer some new thrills:/c/a/2007/06/10/TRG71QB3QM1. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
John Lasseter: Disney's new boss reimagines the Magic Kingdom Mar 6, 2007
But since Pixar was acquired, Lasseter has been heralded as a latter-day Walt Disney, a cultural arbiter who can rekindle the spirit of Disney's famous animation at its theme parks, on store shelves and in a theater near you. Since the days of the 1928 Mickey Mouse classic "Steamboat Willie," animation was Disney's undisputed long suit. (International Herald Tribune)
You can live like Cinderella Feb 11, 2007
Selected randomly from guests at one of the resort's four theme parks, the on-site winners will be whisked to the Magic Kingdom where they'll get to enjoy dinner and fireworks with Cinderella, ride in a Main Street parade and spend the night in the castle. Outfitted with high-end amenities, antiques and the latest technology, Cinderella's suite is the ultimate in vacation luxury. (Sioux City Journal)
New Orleans marches for justice Jan 12, 2007
"How Many Millions on Theme Parks? But You Can't Prosecute Criminals?" read another. Friends of the couple wore T-shirts emblazoned with a poem and a photo of Ms. Hill, a former Halifax filmmaker. (Globe and Mail -- International)
