Park Stop PresentsPassholders are riding VelociCoaster and a new "pop-up" gift shop has taken over the central area of the first floor of the Discovery Center. Plus, new merchandise is available including Mr. DNA shirts. Filmed May 2, 2021
New VelociCoaster Store at Discovery Center Opens & First Guests Riding During PreviewsPark Stop Presents2021-05-03 | Passholders are riding VelociCoaster and a new "pop-up" gift shop has taken over the central area of the first floor of the Discovery Center. Plus, new merchandise is available including Mr. DNA shirts. Filmed May 2, 2021
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comTriceraTop Spin POV DinoLand, U.S.A. | Disney’s Animal KingdomPark Stop Presents2024-04-16 | Off ride and on ride footage of TriceraTop Spin, a Dumbo-style spinner flat ride at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Walt Disney World.Country Bear Jamboree Full Show at Magic Kingdom | Walt Disney WorldPark Stop Presents2024-01-26 | This version of the Country Bear Jamboree ended on January 26, 2024. A new version of the show featuring different songs will debut later in 2024, renamed the "Country Bear Musical Jamboree"
Show Description: Step inside the rustic theater known as Grizzly Hall and take your seat before the lights dim. Clap along as 18 Audio-Animatronics hillbilly bears play and sing during this foot-stompin’ cele-bear-tion. You’ll hear a medley of original and classic tunes—all performed by the zaniest critters in the woods.
See our main channel: @ThemeParkStopIts Tough to be a Bug! Full Show at Disneys Animal Kingdom | Walt Disney WorldPark Stop Presents2024-01-22 | It was announced that this 3D show within the Tree of Life Theater at Animal Kingdom will be closing to be replaced with a new show based on Zootopia.
Official Description: Become an honorary insect as you take your seat in the theater hidden at the base of the Tree of Life and don a pair of “bug eye” glasses. Enjoy a delightful 3D movie and live show hosted by Flik, the loveable ant from A Bug’s Life, and learn how insects survive in the wild.
See our main channel: @ThemeParkStopTiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Update | Magic KingdomPark Stop Presents2023-11-02 | Construction around the former Splash Mountain on November 2, 2023 at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World, including views of the new mural facing the exterior queue area and new themed trees being installed in front of the attraction.Gatorlands Gators, Ghosts and Goblins Halloween 2023 Event Preview | Starts Oct 14Park Stop Presents2023-10-12 | Included with park admission, this all ages Halloween event runs next 3 weekends in October 2023—plus Florida resident adult tickets only $16.50 right now!
Full Event Info: “Swamp Ghost’s Monster Museum” returns with an all-new exhibit! Encounter specters, goblins, and more as you learn about the origins of everyone’s favorite haunted holiday! Explore new haunt-zones like “The Creepy Creature Carnival, where famous monsters moonlight as midway attractions!” and the “Frightful Frontier,” an old west town populated with cursed cowboys!
Then hop aboard the Cryptid Express, where you can seek out hidden beasties like the Florida Skunk Ape, Moth Man, Chupacabra, and more!
All this plus interactive characters, animal meet-and-greets, and a Children’s Halloween Costume Parade with treat bags for all kids who participate! There’s also fun shows, a variety of specialty vendors, games, candy giveaways, and more!
Gatorland’s Gators, Ghosts, and Goblins is included with your regular park admission on October 14th, 15th, 21st, 22nd, 28th, and 28th, 10 am to 5 pm!
There’s Halloween fun for everyone at this all-ages daytime Halloween event! Guests are welcome to wear costumes!Facial Recognition Park Entry Starts at Universal Orlando - First Day “Photo Validation” TurnstilePark Stop Presents2023-10-11 | Universal Orlando says Photo Validation is a seamless experience that will be replacing fingerprint scanning at the park entry turnstiles. Today is the first day the new facial recognition technology is being tested at Islands of Adventure.
#UniversalOrlando #facialrecognition #UniversalStudiosTiana’s Bayou Adventure Construction Magic Kingdom - Splash Mountain Re-Theme | August 2023Park Stop Presents2023-08-18 | Current construction progress for Tiana’s Bayou Adventure inside of Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World, the new attraction replacing Splash Mountain in 2024Halloween Horror Nights Scare Zone Construction at Universal Studios Florida - HHN32Park Stop Presents2023-07-27 | Halloween Horror Nights construction now visible in every area of Universal Studios Florida, including a music festival themed stage in New York and jungle brick theming in Central Park!DreamWorks Land Construction and Updated E.T. Adventure Exit at Universal Studios FloridaPark Stop Presents2023-07-27 | The former KidZone area of Universal Studios Florida is being transformed into a new DreamWorks themed land featuring Shrek, Trolls, and Kung Fu Panda sections. More info: orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-announces-new-dreamworks-land-coming-to-universal-studios-florida-full-details-and-rumorsPipeline: The Surf Coaster On-Ride Reverse POV and Off-Ride Footage - SeaWorld OrlandoPark Stop Presents2023-05-11 | Filmed on Media Day May 11, 2023, this new surf coaster officially opens May 27, 2023. "Prepare to catch the ultimate wave like never before at SeaWorld Orlando, home of the world's first Surf Coaster - Pipeline"
Take your position in the upright stance of a pro surfer and ride along a track stretching over 2,950 feet at speeds of up to 60 MPH, reaching an astounding height of 110 feet! Get ready to ride the ultimate wave as you embark on a gnarly journey of twists and turns, experiencing five airtime movements including the hair-raising "wave curl" inversion. Hard to miss, you can find the attraction at the front of the park, located between Flamecraft Bar and Bayside Stadium, and prepare to ride the wave of your life with "Pipeline: The Surf Coaster"!
Track Length – 2,950’ Dynamic Height – 110' Maximum Speed – 60 mph Ride Capacity – 24 Guests Height Requirement – 54” min, 78” maxConstruction Update: Minion Cafe and Minion Blast at Universal Studios FloridaPark Stop Presents2023-04-26 | Construction progress for Minion Cafe and Villain-Con Minion Blast at Universal Studios Florida for April 2023. Minion Cafe is replacing the former Monsters Cafe and Minion Blast is replacing Shrek 4-D. More Info: orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-studios-florida-update-minion-blast-and-minion-cafe-constructionConstruction Update: Villain-Con Minion Blast & Minion Cafe at Universal Studios FloridaPark Stop Presents2023-03-23 | Sign is being installed for Illumination’s Villain-Con Minion Blast as well as banners for all villains seen in the Despicable Me and Minions films, as work also continues on the exterior of the future Minion CafeSerengeti Flyer Off-Ride and On-Ride POV - Busch Gardens Tampa BayPark Stop Presents2023-02-23 | Filmed on Media Day February 23, 2023, this new Swing Ride officially opens February 27, 2023. Serengeti Flyer is the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind.
With each swing, riders will soar higher and higher above Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s expansive 65-acre Serengeti Plain while experiencing multiple negative-G moments before plunging back toward the Earth. Serengeti Flyer will feature twin dueling arms that soar progressively higher reaching speeds of 68 mph and a maximum height of 135 feet at the ride’s peak. Guests will be seated back-to-back in rows of 10 across two gondolas, allowing for 40 guests to experience the ride at once.Universal Studios Park Coming to Texas and HHN Haunt Opening in VegasPark Stop Presents2023-01-11 | Become a Patron: patreon.com/ThemeParkStop A new family theme park is coming to Frisco, Texas and a new year-round horror experience is coming to Las Vegas as Universal Parks & Resorts expand across the country
Additional Sources Official Footage: youtube.com/UniversalOrlando Islands of Adventure Preview Center: youtube.com/watch?v=w6UTT-2d1cEGrand Opening Green & Red Coconut Club - Universal CityWalk OrlandoPark Stop Presents2022-11-19 | The Green and Red Coconut Club is a seasonal offering at Universal Orlando that will be open select nights, 5pm to 1am (5pm to 12am on Sundays).
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comHHN Tribute Store 2022 Walk Through - Themed as a Halloween Dark Ride - Universal Studios FloridaPark Stop Presents2022-09-01 | Walk-through tour of this year's Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store at Universal Orlando. Each room ties into themes from this year's event, including a Pumpkin Patch, Cemetery, Witch’s Cottage and a Halloween festival set in the same town as the store’s neighboring scare zone, “Sweet Revenge.”
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comUniversal Studios Florida Update - Monsters Cafe Demolition, Halloween Horror Nights Prep & MorePark Stop Presents2022-08-17 | Video update for Universal Orlando featuring news and changes around Universal Studios Florida including Scare Zone construction, Monsters Cafe updates, and more.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comUniversals Great Movie Ride Modular Ride Vehicle Patent | Digging DocumentsPark Stop Presents2022-08-17 | We're digging into a patent from Universal that would allow ride vehicles to break apart into smaller sections, and even allow those sections to take different ride paths.
Other Sources Aerial Photo: twitter.com/bioreconstruct/status/1550503054507663365?s=20&t=AJ-i644jBvKzNm4XsYlypANew Donkey, Shrek and Fiona Meet & Greet at Universal Studios Florida 2022Park Stop Presents2022-07-19 | New Donkey, Shrek and Fiona meet and greet at Universal Studios Florida, now in its new location inside of KidsZone. The former Barney gift shop area has been repurposed for their new meet and greet area.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comDynamic Projection Mapping Patent from Universal | Digging DocumentsPark Stop Presents2022-07-08 | We're digging into another patent that could've been developed for the Wizarding World, this time for projection mapping and dynamically changing set pieces for a theme park ride.
Patents Images from United States Patent and Trademark Office Wizarding World Ride Video: youtube.com/watch?v=U1Z01tJaV3Q Ollivanders Wand Demonstration: youtube.com/watch?v=GPJKPE0yKGM Wand Battle Celebration of Harry Potter: youtube.com/watch?v=lxX2dpKwKLUSummer Tribute Store Featuring E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, JAWS and Back To The FuturePark Stop Presents2022-05-28 | Universal Orlando Resort commemorates Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment’s iconic films with this temporary themed store at Universal Studios Florida. The Tribute Store is designed to look like a 1980s movie theater where favorite scenes from retro summer blockbusters come to life.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comTron Coaster Testing and Construction Update at Magic Kingdom - May 2022Park Stop Presents2022-05-13 | This video shows water dummy testing and construction progress on the Tron roller coaster. Tron Lightcycle / Run will be a bike style launched roller coaster in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. As of now an opening timeframe has not yet been announced.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comJourney Into Imagination at EPCOT Lacks Imagination | Park ThoughtsPark Stop Presents2022-04-18 | patreon.com/ThemeParkStop The current Journey Into Imagination with Figment ride has been left unchanged for 20 years. Perhaps now is the time to finally update and upgrade this classic attraction, to restore its place within EPCOT at Walt Disney World.
Written and Narrated by Ian Kauffman Edited and original footage by Alicia Stella
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#EPCOT #WaltDisneyWorld #FigmentEpic Universe Dueling Roller Coaster POV - Racing Coaster Opening 2025Park Stop Presents2022-04-08 | Updated recreation POV for 2022! Rumored to be manufactured by Mack Rides, this dual track racing coaster will open with Universal's Epic Universe in Orlando by 2025. Two tracks, each expected to be over 5,000 feet, with top speeds up to 70 mph, this coaster will be the most intense at the new park. More info: orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/all-roller-coasters-rumored-for-epic-universe
Visualization created in Planet Coaster using rumored information and track layout from Orlando ParkStop. Learn more about Epic Universe: orlandoparkstop.com/tag/4th-gate
Coaster Layout Created by Tommy Hawkins With Assistance from Scott Walker Video Edited by Alicia Stella Special Thanks to @AmusementInsider
#EpicUniverse #UniversalOrlando #PlanetCoaster #RollerCoasterCobra’s Curse Front Row POV - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay 2022Park Stop Presents2022-04-01 | Cobra’s Curse at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is a Mack family spinning roller coaster, featuring a unique vertical lift. The ride features a forward segment, backwards segment, and a free spinning segment. Filmed Mar 29, 2022
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comMultiple Ride Patents Developed for Universal Parks | Digging DocumentsPark Stop Presents2022-02-11 | In this episode we're digging into 4 different patents from Universal that could all be used to improve different aspects of theme park rides, including a carousel, animatronic, augmented reality, and spherical screen technology.
Patents Images from United States Patent and Trademark Office Mario Kart ride footage from Universal Studios Japan Mickey's Philharmagic image from Disney Mandalorian Behind the Scenes: youtube.com/watch?v=gUnxzVOs3rkGuardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind - Nova Corps Starblaster Ship Close UpPark Stop Presents2022-02-08 | Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is set to open this summer at EPCOT. Here is a close up view of the large ship that is being installed in front of the attraction entrance. This ship is not yet finished construction.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comUniversals Epic Universe Drainage Permits | Digging DocumentsPark Stop Presents2022-02-02 | In this special episode, Tommy Hawkins shows us what the drainage permits can tell us about the Epic Universe site in Orlando, including the theme park areas, possible hotels site, and even where we could see a possible CityWalk 2.0.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comIce Breaker at SeaWorld Orlando - On-Ride and Off-Ride FootagePark Stop Presents2022-01-27 | Officially opening Feb 18, 2022, Ice Breaker features four airtime filled launches, both backwards and forwards. This video features footage from the media event and an on-ride reaction of Alicia Stella on Jan 27, 2022.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comUniversal Patents Touchless Turnstiles & Facial Recognition for Epic Universe | Digging DocumentsPark Stop Presents2022-01-06 | In our first episode, we're digging into patents from Universal that show how invisible turnstiles and facial recognition can be used to restrict access to certain theme park areas, and how they may be related to Epic Universe.
Patents Images from United States Patent and Trademark Office Official Epic Universe Concept Art and Logo from Universal OrlandoSpace 220 Should’ve Been For Everyone | Park ThoughtsPark Stop Presents2021-12-17 | Theme Park Inspired Candles: souvenirscents.com/discount/PARKSTOP Space 220 is a beautifully designed new full service restaurant at EPCOT, with amazing food and drinks, but maybe it could've been more than that.
Tron Lightcycle / Run will be a bike style launched roller coaster in Tomorrowland at Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World. As of now an opening timeframe has not yet been announced.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comIAAPA Expo 2021 at Orlando, Florida MontagePark Stop Presents2021-11-20 | Quick montage of some of the unique booths on the tradeshow floor of this year's IAAPA Expo at the Orange County Convention Center, including singing penguins by Martin & Vleminckx.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comHoliday Tribute Store at Universal Studios Florida 2021 - Featuring Earl the SquirrelPark Stop Presents2021-11-12 | The Holiday Tribute Store features 4 themed rooms offering Christmas merchandise with The Grinch, Earl the Squirrel, Wizarding World, and exclusive sweet treats.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comCreations Shop & Club Cool Walk Through at EPCOTPark Stop Presents2021-09-17 | Opening day for the new flagship store at EPCOT in Walt Disney World, Creations Shop, and the new location for Club Cool presented by Coca-Cola.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comAll Hallows Eve Boutique Tribute Store Walk Through in Islands of AdventurePark Stop Presents2021-08-13 | This new store can be found tucked away at the edge of the Lost Continent, near the Mystic Fountain. Inside you'll find many Halloween Horror Nights offerings, as well as Halloween related merchandise, and even spooky art from local artists.
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comScare Zone Construction at Universal Studios Florida - Halloween Horror Nights 2021Park Stop Presents2021-08-06 | Work is underway adding sets and decorations around the park for Halloween Horror Nights 30. This video shows some of the recent work being done in the various Scare Zone areas of Universal Studios Florida. Stay tuned for more construction updates!
Website: http://orlandoparkstop.comDreamWorks Destination at Universal Studios FloridaPark Stop Presents2021-06-24 | DreamWorks Destination opened recently at Universal Studios Florida. Replacing the Barney Theater in the KidZone section of the park, here is where you can meet your favorite DreamWorks characters in a dance party setting. This set includes Puss in Boots, King Julien and Branch.