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13 Evils Haunt Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa

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13 Evils Haunt Howl-O-Scream at Busch Gardens Tampa

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Tampa, FL, USA (August 13, 2013) — Once every century, on precisely the thirteenth year, evil comes out to play. This fall, for 14 select nights, Howl-O-Scream 2013 returns to Busch Gardens Tampa with tormenting surprises around every corner and unexpected terrors.

Opening weekend for Howl-O-Scream 2013 is Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27 and 28.  The event then runs Thursday through Saturday nights, Oct. 3-5, 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26.  Operating hours are 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m. on all event nights.

Busch Gardens’ 335 acres will be overgrown with dark, sinister, adult-targeted fun, including new haunted houses, scare zones, a thrilling live stage show and the chance to ride adrenaline-fueled coasters in the dark, including Florida’s first triple-launch coaster, Cheetah Hunt. Even the streets themselves aren’t safe with all-new scare zones, led by the 13 evils that have been waiting a century to come out and play for the most horrifying Howl-O-Scream ever.

From the depths of a basement to the eerie bogs of the Bayou, Howl-O-Scream 2013’s new haunted houses are designed to prey on every element of your deepest fears:

  • NEW! The BASEMENT—From Momma’s secret ingredient to Granny’s bone-ground flour, Momma’s Meats’ award-winning recipe has always been a family affair that’s only created in the BASEMENT. Escape the depths of the BASEMENT before she and #4 The Butcher turn you in to the secret sauce! She always said it took blood, sweat and tears!

  • NEW! Death Water Bayou—Deep in the bayou the #6 Voodoo Queen mystically transforms lost wanderers into her minions of evil with black magic. Here, her night servants roam with a zombie-like hunger and seek to grow her collection. The darkest evils lurk in shadows. Get out before you fall victim to her spell.
  • NEW! The Experiment—Researchers challenge your fear tolerance and mental endurance in this never-been-done-before Experiment. In this exclusive study, “test subjects” endure psychological tests and must face top fear-inducing elements, from roaches and snakes to needles and darkness. How far is too far in the study of fear? Will you survive The Experiment?  The Experiment is a unique, interactive experience that challenges your threshold for fear for an additional fee. Reservations are required, and each reservation can accommodate you and up to three additional “test subjects.” Pass member discount does not apply.  Not included with any other VIP tour or upgrade product.  Howl-O-Scream admission is required, but not included.  The Experiment admission is $50 for the first test subject and $10 for each additional test subject in the same reservation.

Some of the most demented houses ever are back by popular demand with some horrifying new twists:

  • ·Circus of Superstition 3-D—You’ve tried to avoid black cats and sidewalk cracks, but all those years of bad luck caught up with you! The #13 Clown challenges you to survive 13 superstitions in their 3-D Tent of Terror, but it will take more than luck to escape this whole new dimension of fear.
  • Blood Asylum—As lightning rages and thunder crashes outside, “The Creature” escapes from his holding cell in a high-security asylum for the criminally insane. Now this sadistic deviant is running rampant, skinning his former cellmates and turning the mental hospital into his own torture chamber. This serial killer’s bloody playground will drive you out of your mind with fear.
  • Zombie Mortuary—No one remembers how the epidemic started, but now, the #9 Zombie and his undead friends live here. They infest this small town funeral home and feed on the fresh flesh and brains of mortuary mourners to satisfy their insatiable hunger. Avoid the walking dead or you may find yourself deeper than six feet under.
  • Ultimate Gamble: Reversal of Fortune—Under sleek Vampire reign, the once-vibrant Ultimate Gamble casino glowed. Now werewolves have overthrown their mortal enemies and are running rampant in the casino. The carnivorous beasts have caught on to the scent of fresh blood inside the closed casino. Will you make it out alive before your luck runs out?
  • Nevermore—Beating hearts, swinging pendulums and a raven’s cries haunt the manor of Lenore, creating a demented and twisted nightmare. Step inside to experience the gothic terror that maddens the lord of the house and feel delusion overcome reality. Find your way out of this horror story before paranoia authors your final chapter.

At Howl-O-Scream, even the sidewalks aren’t safe from the things that go bump in the night.

ALL-NEW scare zones will keep guests watching their backs as they explore 335 acres of fright:

  •  The 13—Once every century, on precisely the thirteenth year, evil comes out to play. Thirteen evils, to be exact. The #7 Surgeon, #4 Butcher, #11 Psychopath, #13 Clown, #6 Voodoo Queen and their demented friends will torment and terrorize you the moment you enter the gates. This your chance to find out: Who are the 13?
  • Harvester’s Haunt—An unnerving soundtrack of banjos, fiddles and harmonicas fill the fields with haunting bluegrass music. Something just doesn’t feel right. You realize you’re not alone when you discover a hoard of sadistic scarecrows. They’re looking to harvest a few lost souls. Will you escape their reach or be theirs forever?
  • Pain Lane—Torture, torment and pain line this sinister street as the #2 Torturer and #12 Hangman stalk their prey in the shadows of this dark and disturbing alley. Here, pain-inducing devices are the toys of the twisted and screams are surrounded by haunting silence. Will you escape this playground of pain before the #2 Torturer and #12 Hangman find you?

After braving bone-chilling coasters in the dark, such as Cheetah Hunt, SheiKra, Montu, Gwazi and Kumba, you can catch your breath at Howl-O-Scream’s signature show, Fiends, or keep the party going all night in Howl-O-Scream’s signature club and shops.

  • Fiends—The classic monster mash-up Fiends will be performing nightly at the Desert Grill in Timbuktu. Captivating creatures of the night will infect you with dance fever and keep your pulse pounding with their deranged dance party. But when Dr. Freakenstein’s naughty nurses start operating, the diagnosis is always “code pink.”
  • Club 13—Escape the hordes and head to the transformed Marrakesh Theater to drive yourself mad partying at Howl-O-Scream’sdance club.  This nighttime dance playground keeps the energy pumping all night long with non-stop music, premium signature cocktails, drink specials and Taco Bus food.
  • ·Howl-O-Scream Shop of Horrors— This year, the Howl-O-Scream shop of Horrors has been transformed into The Butcher Shop. Find GOREgeous apparel and trendy tees featuring Howl-O-Scream favorites, including the 13 and the infamous Naughty Nurses.  You can also purchase or pick up your Front-Line Fear Passes here. Visit this year’s new Voodoo Village Market, located next to The Experiment in the Egypt area of the park by Montu for even more Howl-O-Scream gifts.
  • Howl-O-Scream Photo Ops— Snap the perfect party pics at exclusive photo opportunities with our Pin-Up Scream Girls in Moroccan Village and the Naughty Nurses in the Desert Grill.
  • Darkhearts’ Games of Skill—Test your luck in this unlucky thirteenth year in Darkheart’s Games of Skill.

Howl-O-Scream is a separate ticketed night event. No costumes are allowed. For guest information, visit HowlOScream.com

Pixar’s Theme Park Gurus Liz Gazzano and Roger Gould to Speak at SATE’13

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Pixar’s Theme Park Gurus Liz Gazzano and Roger Gould to Speak at SATE’13

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“The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) proudly welcomes Liz Gazzano and Roger Gould of Pixar Animation Studios as featured speakers in the SATE ’13 Experience Design conference presented by Christie Oct 3-4 in Savannah, Georgia,” says TEA president Christine Kerr of BaAM Productions. “As innovators who played critical roles developing Pixar’s Cars into Disney’s Cars Land, Gazzano and Gould are helping create the future of our industry and well-positioned to address “What’s Next” in keeping with this year’s conference theme. When a great story becomes both a great film and a great theme park attraction, it touches all the SATE buttons: Storytelling, Architecture, Technology, Experience.”

20091027LizGazzano01Liz Gazzano is executive producer of Theme Parks at Pixar Animation Studios, where she works closely with the creative director of Theme Parks to oversee and extend the stories of Pixar characters and environments within a Disney Theme Park setting. Her most recently completed project is “Cars Land” at Disney’s California Adventure, which opened to the public on June 15, 2012. She has also worked on “Toy Story Playland” for Hong Kong Disneyland and Disneyland Paris Resort, “Toy Story Midway Mania” attraction for Tokyo Disneyland and “Undersea Magic Nemo Show” for Animators Palate Restaurants aboard the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy Cruise Ships.

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“Gazzano and Gould will be at SATE ’13 to share insights and experiences about how Pixar collaborates with Walt Disney Imagineering to manifest Pixar films in theme parks and other attraction settings,” adds Kerr. “There are many industry lessons to be learned here, in areas such as branding, licensing, transmedia and how to maximize digital assets. There has long been a close, symbiotic relationship between film studios and theme parks, and now digital tools have enhanced the opportunities and the way projects are conceived. We invite all members of the visitor attractions industry to join us Oct 3-4 in Savannah for a fascinating and rewarding industry dialog.”

Commented SATE ’13 co-chair Stefan Lawrence of Stefan Rules!: “One thing we’ve been talking a lot about – and in particular with Pixar coming on board – is what the future of creative collaboration looks like. Increasingly, creatives and techs are working hand-in-hand to create the future of themed entertainment. A big theme with Pixar’s talk will be Pixar’s culture of collaboration and cross-pollination of ideas, and how to encourage that playful exchange of creativity in the way we work now. This is a big part of “What’s Next” as we’ve been developing our conference content.”
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The “What’s Next” theme of SATE ’13 was partly inspired by the location, the Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD) in Savannah, Georgia. SCAD offers substantial curricula in the field of Experience Design, with industry veterans such as George Head and Mike Devine on faculty and among the TEA leadership. “The affiliation between TEA and SCAD coupled with the acceleration of TEA’s NextGen initiative to actively foster recruitment of the next generation of industry professionals makes SCAD an ideal location for SATE ’13,” says TEA president Christine Kerr.Christine Kerr adds: “In discussion with conference co-chairs Aram Ebben and Stefan Lawrence about how SATE at SCAD could immerse us in an environment of future-thinking students, we decided to make the most of it with a “What’s Next” theme. “The conference will explore Storytelling, Architecture, Technology and Experience with a look at what’s coming and how it will shape content, be impacted by products and services, leverage tools and technologies, influence design and engage the next generation of guests.

“The last point is particularly important for designers and for owner/operators looking forward – how to entertain tech-savvy kids and their parents, hang on to the 18-34 year olds and engage the growing numbers of Baby Boomers who are retiring and looking for things to do in their leisure time; considering what’s “Next” for them, and how we engage them as “Next Generation” visitors.” 

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Pixar Animation Studios, a wholly owned subsidiary of The Walt Disney Company, is an Academy Award-winning film studio with world-renowned technical, creative and production capabilities in the art of computer animation. Creator of some of the most successful and beloved animated films of all time, including “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “Cars,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille,” “WALL•E,” “Up,” “Toy Story3” and “Brave,” Pixar’s films and artists have won 30 Academy Awards and have grossed more than $7.7 billion at the worldwide box office to date. “Monsters University,” Disney/Pixar’s fourteenth feature, is in theaters now.

Registration for SATE is now open at the TEA website.

Universal Orlando to Host “A Celebration of Harry Potter” Fan Event

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Universal Orlando to Host “A Celebration of Harry Potter” Fan Event

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Orlando, FL, USA — Universal Orlando Resort and Warner Bros. have announced that they will host “A Celebration of Harry Potter” – a special event for fans of all ages that will celebrate all of Harry’s adventures, from the beloved books to the Warner Bros. feature films.

Beginning January 24, 2014, fans will enjoy three days of unforgettable experiences – including interactive Q&As with Harry Potter talent and more.  Special event vacation packages will go on sale August 22 and will include exclusive benefits such as access to a private evening reception held in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter.

Guests will have the opportunity to:

  • Attend Q&A sessions with Harry Potter talent, filmmakers, and other special guests (talent attendees will be announced at a later date)
  • Revisit some of their favorite Harry Potter film moments during a film tribute with Harry Potter talent and filmmakers(talent attendees will be announced at a later date)
  • Learn the art of “duelling” at a wand masterclass that’s featured at the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter and hosted by Paul Harris – the choreographer who trained the cast of the Harry Potter films
  • And much more.

Guests will also have access to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, located in Universal’s Islands of Adventure, where they can soar above Hogwarts on the thrilling attraction, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, sip Butterbeer at the Hog’s Head pub, see a wand choose a wizard in Ollivanders, explore iconic shops like Honeydukes, Zonko’s, and more.

While most of the activities for “A Celebration of Harry Potter” will be open to all Universal Orlando park guests and annual passholders, only guests who purchase the special event package will enjoy exclusive benefits and reserved seating for select events.  Packages are extremely limited and go on sale at noon EST on Thursday, August 22.

 

Award Winning Filmmaker Leslie Iwerks Directing Documentary Film on Disney Imagineering

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Award Winning Filmmaker Leslie Iwerks Directing Documentary Film on Disney Imagineering
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From the Disney Parks Blog (August 12, 2013):

During a gathering of Disney fans at D23 Expo on August 10, Walt Disney Parks and Resorts Chairman Tom Staggs premiered a trailer from an upcoming movie that explores the past, present and future of Walt Disney Imagineering by noted documentary filmmaker Leslie Iwerks. Ms. Iwerks comes from a family with deep Disney history — her grandfather was an early Disney animator and her father [Iwerks Entertainment co-founder Don Iwerks] is a former Imagineer — and her previous work includes profiles of Pixar Animation Studios and visual effects house Industrial Light & Magic.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts is partnering with Leslie on this latest project that will explore in unprecedented depth the facts, faces and fantastic stories behind the magic of Disney Parks. The film is due for release in 2016.

Banshee to Open at Kings Island in 2014 as World’s Longest Inverted Coaster

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Banshee to Open at Kings Island in 2014 as World’s Longest Inverted Coaster

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Kings Island, OH, USA — The longest inverted steel roller coaster in the world, “Banshee,” will make its debut at Kings Island in April of 2014.

The first female-inspired thrill ride at a Cedar Fair Entertainment Company amusement park, Banshee will send riders screaming through 4,124.1 feet of track and seven inversions at speeds up to 68 miles per hour during the 2-minute, 40-second ride.

Built over hilly terrain, the ride layout for Banshee is specifically designed for Kings Island and features several unique elements that distinguish it from other roller coasters.

The ride begins with a lift taking riders up to the maximum height of 167 feet. After plunging down 150 feet, riders will go through a curved drop, dive loop, looping interacting with the lift, zero-G-roll, batwing, outside loop, spiral, in-line roll and carousel.

Two of the most unique features about Banshee are the massive size of every loop, and unlike other roller coasters, the top speed isn’t reached until halfway through the ride’s course.

Since Banshee’s lift hill is on a higher elevation of terrain than the other side of the ride that goes down into a valley, the total elevation change is 208 feet from the highest point at the top of the lift hill to the lowest point, which is the bottom of the batwing between loops four and five.

Passengers will be seated in cars four across. A total of three trains, each containing eight cars, will enable Banshee to accommodate approximately 1,650 riders per hour.

“Banshee reflects our commitment to providing the best in world-class thrills and value for our guests and is an investment in the Ohio tourism industry,” Kings Island’s vice-president and general manager Greg Scheid said. “People from around the world will plan a visit to Ohio next summer specifically to experience this ride.”

Banshee will be the 15th roller coaster at Kings Island, which is home to some of the top-ranked roller coasters in annual industry and enthusiast polls including The Beast and Diamondback, and represents the biggest new product investment in the park’s 41-year history at $24 million.

Banshee was designed by Bolliger and Mabillard of Monthey, Switzerland, one of the premier leaders in roller coaster development. Since 1990, B&M have designed a number of ground-breaking and critically acclaimed roller coasters. In fact, B&M features 14 of the top 25 roller coasters on the Amusement Today Golden Ticket Awards Top Steel Roller Coasters list for 2012, five of which are listed in the top 10. They have more top-ranked steel roller coasters than any other ride manufacturer on the list.

B&M roller coasters are renowned for their smooth ride, comfortable seats and restraints, reliability, low maintenance, impeccable safety record and ride capacity.

As of 2013, B&M has more than 85 roller coasters operating worldwide, including Diamondback at Kings Island and this year’s sensation, GateKeeper at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio.

The construction of Banshee is currently underway in the Action Zone area of Kings Island. Park visitors can see the ride being built from the ground up with great aerial views and photo opportunities available from the observation deck of the Eiffel Tower on International Street. Those who cannot wait until 2014 may take a virtual ride on Banshee at visitkingsisland.com/banshee.

Visitors to www.visitkingsisland.com/banshee may also access exclusive Banshee updates, virtual videos and renderings, ride statistics and more.

Wyatt Design Group and Cochrane Consulting Conduct Attraction Feasibility Study for Sanford, Maine

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Wyatt Design Group and Cochrane Consulting Conduct Attraction Feasibility Study for Sanford, Maine

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Pasadena, CA, USA (August 12, 2013) — York Pines, Inc., a development group representing the City of Sanford, Maine, has commissioned a feasibility study of the region to consider a major year-round tourist attraction as a catalyst for revitalization efforts.  Larry Wyatt, Principal of Wyatt Design Group, a theme park and leisure destination master planning and design firm, along with economic analyst Frederick Cochrane of Cochrane Consulting recently provided consultation on the prospect during a three-day workshop on location in Sanford.

Wyatt and Cochrane began the workshop with a helicopter tour of several heavily wooded sites as well as a tour of the City of Sanford, located just east of the popular beaches of southern Maine and roughly equidistant between Boston and Portland.   The goal was to identify the most appropriate components for a destination development that would capitalize on the region’s significant tourist market.   Wyatt and Cochrane led the three-day workshop that was attended by representatives of local stakeholders, Sanford’s City Manager, State of Maine’s Senior Tourism Officer, Commissioner of Economic Development, and Governor Paul LePage, who gave the project his administration’s full support.

umpjUIPxwFq2SRf6EJVYjxXlTgNA8Q3goASSAdjwwb4The planning team presented it’s preliminary recommendations to the local economic restructuring committee of Sanford Downtown Legacy, whose mission is to redevelop the Mousam Waterfront, Sanford Downtown and the historic mills area into a thriving, energetic, commercial, social, cultural, residential and entertainment destination through economic restructuring and historic preservation..

Larry Wyatt, one of the industry’s leading master planning and design experts, has developed and designed numerous large-scale theme parks and leisure destinations around the world for clients including Warner Bros., Paramount Studios, Universal Studios, Legoland, Busch Gardens and SeaWorld theme parks, and leisure destinations in Asia, Egypt, Korea, Morocco, China and the United States.

Fred Cochrane has produced feasibility studies for resorts and theme parks including: Snowmass at Aspen, Northstar at Tahoe, Sentosa Island -Singapore, Kapalua – Maui, Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom – Orlando, Elitch Gardens – Denver, Knott’s Berry Farm – Buena Park, and many others over a 40 year career.

ZdmZ4FiAJh0ApA8TkFr2KFu9xpn7Hi9_uG-RTUncj0sThe completed feasibility study will identify which types of tourist attractions will most likely succeed in revitalizing the city of Sanford and increase tourism in the Southern Maine region and a strategy for implementation. “We are very pleased to be included in this exciting process for Southern Maine,” says Wyatt. “Working with Fred and the York Pines group this past week, we have the begun the vision for the ideal Maine destination.  Our next steps will refine that vision into a creative, exciting concept that embraces current trends in leisure travel and complements the State of Maine’s tourism’s mission to become the premier four-season destination in New England.  Fred’s economic analysis will assure that the concept is feasible and attractive to investors and developers.”   Maine’s top industry is tourism with 28 million visitors annually and gross receipts towering $2.6 billion. “Tourism can provide a way for Sanford to get moving again.” states steering committee member Allen Mapes, as reported in the Sanford News.

High Roller Rolling into Vegas as Centerpiece of Strip’s Newest Entertainment District

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High Roller Rolling into Vegas as Centerpiece of Strip’s Newest Entertainment District

Photo of High Roller under construction, taken August 9, 2013. Photo by XPA, John Kasperowicz – Design Architect. Used with permission.
Photo of High Roller under construction, taken August 9, 2013. Photo by XPA, John Kasperowicz – Design Architect. Used with permission.

Las Vegas, NV, USA — Caesars Entertainment is redefining the iconic Las Vegas skyline with The LINQ, an open-air retail, dining and entertainment district, anchored by the world’s tallest observation wheel, known as the High Roller. Located at the heart of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, the LINQ will span more than 200,000-square-feet of gross leasable space and feature more than 30 unique retail, dining and entertainment experiences.

The High Roller observation wheel will be the focal point of the unique urban entertainment district. Topping out at 550 feet and measuring 520 feet in diameter, the High Roller will eclipse both the London Eye and Singapore Flyer. Facing north and south (parallel to Las Vegas Boulevard), the wheel will feature 28 glass-enclosed cabins that will unveil broad views of the famed-resort city in the 30 minutes it takes to complete one full revolution. Each cabin will accommodate up to 40 people and will be available for individual or group experiences.

The LINQ is scheduled to make its debut in late 2013.

High Roller design by The Hettema Group and XPA Experiential Architecture.

Concept artwork for The LINQ and High Roller, courtesy Caesars Entertainment:

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Alcorn McBride Promotes Larry Howard to Director of Sales

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Alcorn McBride Promotes Larry Howard to Director of Sales

LarryOrlando, FL, USA (August 8, 2013) — Alcorn McBride announces the promotion of Larry Howard to director of sales.  Howard, who has more than 25 years of experience in the industry, joined Alcorn McBride in 2010 most recently serving as the company’s sales manager.

“Larry has done a great job plotting our sales strategy for long-term growth,” says Alcorn McBride COO Jeremy Scheinberg.  “By expanding our distributor network and corporate partnerships as well as our training initiatives, Larry has helped to introduce us to new customers, while strengthening relationships with the great customers we have worked with for years.”

Howard says, “I’m pleased to be a part of the company’s continued expansion and growth. I’m looking forward to working as Director of Sales as Alcorn McBride continues to move forward with new products, new distributors and new customers.  What drives me as well as the company is to continually find new opportunities both on the customer side and product side while maintaining our dependable and faithful current customers and our “go-to” products. Our recent new appointees of dealers and distributors along with several new product introductions have opened up new markets and territories. I am eager to watch these seeds grow the business we all strive for.”

Before joining Alcorn McBride Howard worked in various rolls encompassing product and business development, sales and marketing as well as technical management for Clair Brothers, Klotz Digital Audio Systems, Community Professional Loudspeakers, Tannoy, Soundelux Showorks, Planet Hollywood International and with Universal Studios Orlando in Tech Services.

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Facebook Fans Choose Elements for Busch Gardens Tampa’s Howl-O-Scream Haunt

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Facebook Fans Choose Elements for Busch Gardens Tampa’s Howl-O-Scream Haunt

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Tampa, FL, USA (Aug. 7, 2013) — Howl-O-Scream® has delivered terrorizing thrills for more than a decade, and Facebook fans have helped add to the fright factor. For the first time in Howl-O-Scream history, Facebook  fans voted through polls on several elements of a brand new haunted house – Death Water Bayou.

Deep in the bayou the #6 Voodoo Queen mystically transforms lost wanderers into her minions of evil with black magic. Here, her night servants roam with a zombie-like hunger and seek to grow her collection. The darkest evils lurk in shadows, and travelers must get out before they fall victim to her spell.

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The winning Death Water Bayou elements chosen by Howl-O-Scream Facebook fans include:

  • The feature voodoo doll “Zaka,” which is the “loa,” or spirit, of agriculture.
  • The featured mask “Ghede,” which is an eternal figure in black thought to control the eternal crossroads.
  • The town name of “Pontchartrain Parrish”.

Opening weekend for Howl-O-Scream 2013 is Friday and Saturday, Sept. 27 and 28.  The event then runs Thursday through Saturday nights, Oct. 3-5, 10-12, 17-19 and 24-26.  Operating hours are 7:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Busch Gardens’ 335 acres will be overgrown with dark, sinister, adult-targeted fun and the chance to ride adrenaline-fuelled coasters at night, including Florida’s first triple-launch coaster, Cheetah Hunt.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders at last year's Howl-O-Scream
Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders at last year’s Howl-O-Scream

Howl-O-Scream is a separate ticketed night event. No costumes are allowed. For guest information, visit HowlOScream.com.

Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. This year’s event contains intense adult content such as violence, gore and blood.

Copenhagen’s Historic Tivoli Celbrates 170 Years of Operation August 17

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Copenhagen’s Historic Tivoli Celbrates 170 Years of Operation August 17

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Copenhagen, Denmark — Denmark’s greatest tourist attraction, Tivoli in Copenhagen, has been providing entertainment for nearly 170 years. A merry-go-round and a roller coaster were the two rides Tivoli offered in 1843, when the gates opened to the public for the very first time. Now, in 2013, there are 27 rides, including the brand new “Aquila” where you can experience 4 G forces. “Tivoli will never be finished,” said its founder, and change has always been part of The Gardens. On 15 August, Tivoli turns 170 years old.

Tivoli plays host to over 300 concerts each year and has approximately 30 eateries; it has become a world brand that tourists are prepared to travel for. Tivoli is the world’s only company quoted on the stock exchange which has its own symphony orchestra. The amusement park also has a green profile, which includes electricity from wind turbines and a “no thank you” policy towards disposable cups.

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When you stand on The Open Air Stage, you can feel the history of the place and sense founder Georg Carstensen’s original vision of what an amusement park should offer. The green park, with zigzagalleen’s (the zig-zag alley’s) old linden trees, is a prominent feature. There is a variety of moving rides, from the old Ferris Wheel to the new Star Flyer. The music and theatre scenes are represented on The Open Air Stage, which today is the venue for Fredagsrock (Friday Rock), and at Glassalen (The Glass Hall Theatre) where artists like Marlene Dietrich, Swe-Danes and the Mills Brothers have performed. Finally there are the cafes and restaurants, which were a part of the original concept and which continue to tempt Tivoli’s guests.

However, in the same way that pantalettes for girls and sailor suits for boys, which were popular back in 1843, have been replaced on the fashion scene, Tivoli has also modernised its facilities. New additions to the park include exciting rides like Aquila, which reaches forces of 4 G, food from distant corners of the world, and music that requires electronic amplification. It is precisely the ability to incorporate new trends which may be the reason why Tivoli has survived for 170 years.

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Tivoli’s CEO, Lars Liebst, says: ”If I were to describe what Tivoli is, then I would have to say it is diverse. Tivoli has always been for everyone. We must continue to live up to the expectations of our guests and, at the same time, provide them with such a positive and thrilling experience that they recommend others to visit Tivoli. We bear the heritage of Georg Carstensen’s ideas, and we remember his words that Tivoli will never be finished.”

And Lars Bernhard Jørgensen, CEO, Wonderful Copenhagen, says: “With its unique location in the town centre, a fantastic and colourful history, as well as its proven ability to constantly evolve with the needs and demands of the time, Tivoli categorically represents the cornerstone of Copenhagen’s experience industry. A Copenhagen without Tivoli would be a noticeably different tourist product, and I would like to congratulate The Gardens and all its guests and employees on this birthday celebration.”

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