Agreement Supports Longest Rafting Season on Colorado’s Arkansas River
A successful water management agreement on the Arkansas River exemplifies Colorado’s dedication to its natural resources and the visitor experiences they support, according to the Arkansas River Outfitters Association (AROA). The Arkansas River Voluntary Flow Management Program helps ensure there is water for whitewater rafting on the river well into August. The cooperative agreement among […]
Disney Reveals Epic, Model of Star Wars-Themed Lands
During a special preview of D23 Expo 2017, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled a first look at the epic, richly detailed model of the Star Wars-themed lands under development at Disneyland park in Anaheim, Calif. and Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Fla. This stunning exhibition, on display in Walt Disney Parks […]
New Family Friendly Entertainment Destination to Open July 31
OWA’s 21-ride themed amusement park, The Park at OWA, located in Foley, Alabama, will officially open its doors to the public July 21, 2017. Designed as a family fun destination, The Park at OWA will offer each and every guest a unique adventure. Beginning opening day, guests will enjoy everything The Park at OWA has […]
Dorney Park Introduces New Summer Culinary Series
New this summer, Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom is launching its Summer Culinary Series, offering guests a dining option with all-you-can-eat classic American summer fare. Served in the brand new Parkside Pavilion catering facility, the series features a variety of menus created by executive chef Malo Jones. The Summer Culinary Series begins with a Pitmasters […]
Branson’s Silver Dollar City Attractions Named Top Picks for Summer Family Travel
The arrival of summer spotlights a great American tradition: family summer travel. And as families look for ways to pack adventure into their limited time off – and please all ages – parks and attractions that offer a broad range of rides and activities, such as Silver Dollar City theme park in Branson, rise to […]
AAA: This Independence Day will be Historic, More Americans to Travel than Ever Before
This Independence Day, a record-breaking 44.2 million Americans will travel 50 miles or more away from home, taking to the nation’s roads, skies, rails and waterways to honor the red, white and blue. With 1.25 million more travelers than last year, 2017 will be marked as the most traveled Independence Day holiday weekend ever. “Combined, […]
SeaWorld Orlando Is Ready To Unleash Your Summer
Just in time for summer vacation, one of the fiercest underwater legends has come to life in an entirely new way. SeaWorld Orlando’s original roller coaster offers an adventure for thrill-seeking guests unlike any other when Kraken Unleashed opens to the public June 16. Kraken Unleashed is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality roller coaster in the […]
The Best Amusement Parks for Families in 2017
Family Vacation Critic, TripAdvisor’s family travel site, has just named the Best Amusement Parks for Families in 2017 – naming the best parks in the U.S., and sharing the year’s newest attractions and highlights for every age group. “Amusement parks are one of the most quintessential summertime activities for families,” explains Lissa Poirot, editor-in-chief of […]
Come Ashore This Summer and Soak Up the Sun at the New Cedar Point Shores Waterpark
Cedar Point’s rich history began as a simple bathing beach and bathhouse in 1870. Today, Cedar Point still is the summertime destination for families from all over the world with 70 rides, including 17 roller coasters, a mile-long beach, five hotel properties, beautiful marinas and now, the new Cedar Point Shores Waterpark, opened Saturday, May […]
The Sweet Return of Philipsburg
“Montana reaches into your soul,” said Shirley Beck. “It’s just an absolutely fantastic place.” In Small Town Gem, the newest installment in the Discover Your #MontanaMoment video series from the Montana Office of Tourism and Business Development, local business owners Dale Siegford and Shirley Beck are leading a revival of the historic town of Philipsburg. […]
Now Open: Volcano Bay, Universal Orlando Resort’s Third Amazing Theme Park
A revolutionary water theme park has risen at Universal Orlando Resort – Universal’s Volcano Bay is now open. The park’s first guests gathered inside the new water theme park to enjoy an authentic, South Pacific dedication ceremony commemorating the opening of Volcano Bay. The ceremony featured special performances by an array of authentic Maori entertainment, […]
First Look: Pandora – The World of Avatar at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The much anticipated, and long awaited Pandora – The World of Avatar in Disney’s Animal Kingdom finally opened to the public on Memorial Day Weekend, and we were there. To say it was busy would be the understatement of the year. Crowds were incredibly large and the wait times were a testament to the patience […]
Gaylord Opryland Resort presents ‘Alice in Wonderland’ summer events
Gaylord Opryland Resort, recently named best resort in the South by the readers of Southern Living, will transform its nine acres of indoor gardens into a kaleidoscope of colors this summer with experiences inspired by Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” and “Through the Looking-Glass.” From Memorial Day weekend through September 10, the resort’s annual […]
5 Essential Tips for Memorial Day Weekend Road Warriors
Memorial Day is just around the corner, and that means the unofficial start to summer! As Americans prepare for long-weekend getaways, trips to the beach and family picnics, they’ll also be faced with what’s predicted to be one of the busiest Memorial Day Weekends on record. Relatively low gas prices means the roads will be […]
West Volusia’s Wildlife and Parks: The Best of Florida’s Great Outdoors
Ready for your next road trip? The winter doldrums are gone, replaced by the pleasant temperatures offered by Central Florida’s Great Outdoors. Each year, guests from all over the world flock to the West Volusia area, experiencing the area’s abundant wildlife, tropical plants, natural springs and unique eco-environments and habitats. To help you enjoy the […]