Universal Studios Hollywood Rolls Out First Four Electric Trams!

On April 15, 2022 By TimothyIn Universal Studios HollywoodLeave a comment

Universal City, California, April 14, 2022—Universal Studios Hollywood debuts the first four electric trams in its fleet of 21 Studio Tour trams. Weather and feature anchor of NBC’s TODAY and Co-host, 3rd Hour of TODAY, Al Roker is featured in a video introduction aboard the trams as part of the guest experience.

The Electric Tram at Universal Studios Hollywood

“I am extremely proud of this innovative undertaking and our commitment to creating a zero-emissions Studio Tour fleet in collaboration with our parent company and local partners,” said Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President and General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood. “This is just one of many steps we are taking to transform our business in line with Comcast NBCUniversal’s carbon neutral goal, all while pioneering first-class attractions for our guests.”

The world-famous, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour is a hallmark Universal Studios Hollywood attraction that, for over 55 years, has taken millions of guests from around the world through authentic movie and television production studios, featuring iconic sets made famous in blockbuster movies such as “Back to the Future” and dynamic rides such as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3-D.”

“The Universal Studio Tour has always been a groundbreaking attraction with lots of thrills, excitement and scary moments. I’m honored to be part of an experience for adults and children to learn about these best-in-class electric trams that will transport them around this iconic studio lot and help the environment,” said Al Roker.

The conversion to electric trams was spearheaded in 2017 by visionaries within the Universal Studios Hollywood technical services department and represents some of the first-ever and largest battery-powered, off-road, high-torque and low speed mass people movers in the U.S.

Full conversion of the 21 trams from diesel-hydraulic engines to electric will help reduce carbon emissions as well as improve the guest experience by reducing noise associated with the diesel-hydraulic engine.

Installation of inductive charging technology from WAVE (Wireless Advanced Vehicle Electrification) by Ideanomics was a critical factor in the conversion designed to meet the trams’ rigorous daily demands of navigating the Studio’s varying topography. Trams will routinely charge during the normal operation at the start and end of the attraction route. Coupled with a regenerative braking feature, the trams will continue to build up charge when they travel downhill, providing added energy efficiency.

The elaborate clean air conversion design process evolved from a collaboration between Universal Studios Hollywood and L.A.-based Complete Coach Works to reimagine the trams from diesel-hydraulic engines to electric.

The project continues to be made possible by a grant from the South Coast Air Quality Management District — the local regulatory agency that works to reduce air pollution in the region — which provides funding to replace older equipment with cleaner ones that are cost-effective while reducing air pollution. It was also supported by a significant investment from Comcast NBCUniversal and Southern California Edison through its Charge Ready Transport Program.

“It is truly so exciting to see initiatives like Universal Studios Hollywood’s new fleet of electric Studio Tour trams come to fruition — initiatives that show our public and private entities working together to do our part to combat air quality and climate change,” said L.A. Councilmember Nithya Raman. “As a new member of the South Coast Air Quality Management Board, I am looking to broaden these types of collaborations and accelerate the positive impacts they will have for our region and world. Our climate crisis demands we do this.”

More information about Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal CityWalk is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Regular updates can be found on Universal Studios Hollywood’s Instagram@UniStudios, Twitter @UniStudios and Facebook-Universal Studios Hollywood.

For more information on Comcast NBCUniversal’s environmental efforts, visit the environment page at Comcast.com.

About Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™”, the new mega attraction “Jurassic World—The Ride” featuring the spectacularly realistic Indominus rex dinosaur, and the all-new ride “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and DreamWorks Theatre featuring “Kung Fu Panda Adventure.” The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television production studio where they can also experience such thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3D.” Universal CityWalk, located adjacent to the theme park, features such popular restaurants as VIVO Italian Kitchen, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville, NBC Sports Grill & Bar and Voodoo Doughnut, along with dynamic shopping and entertainment options, including Universal Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres.

Midsummer Scream 2022’s Hall of Shadows details!

On April 10, 2022 By TimothyIn Cons, Halloween, Haunted AttractionsLeave a comment

Admission to Hall of Shadows and its attractions is included in General or Gold Bat tickets to Midsummer Scream. Gold Bat VIP passes will grant guests “fast lane” access to most attractions in the Hall of Shadows. Additionally, Gold Bat pass holders will be granted access to Hall of Shadows each morning 1 hour prior to General Admission guests; this is a great opportunity to beat the crowds.

Hall of Shadows will be in operation Saturday and Sunday, July 30-31 from show open to close; it will not be operational Friday July 29th as haunters put the final touches on their amazing creations.
The Hall of Shadows is a massive, darkened space featuring displays and mini experiences by pro and home haunters from all over California. Hall of Shadows is almost 100,000 square feet in size.
The “theme” of this year’s Hall of Shadows is “Halloween Comes Home”.

CalHauntS will once again be creating the entry portal from the show floor into the Hall of Shadows. This year’s entry is called “Midsummer Estates” and will feature a small neighborhood with homes decorated for the community’s annual Halloween Festival. Beyond “Midsummer Estates”, guests will find 17 other haunts and attractions waiting within the darkness of Hall of Shadows. They include:
Bones Gulch (Castaic) – From the minds that brought you Beware the Dark Realm, Restless Souls Manor, and The Farm home haunts, a brand-new attraction is coming! Bones Gulch is proud to bring a small display of what we have in store for you this October to the Hall of Shadows.
Fear Farm (Victor Valley) – Venture deep into the cold earth beneath the farm, where a labyrinth filled with pure evil awaits your arrival.
Temecula Terror: The Crypt (Temecula) – A church and catacomb themed walk-through. Explore the carnage of a church’s botched exorcisms.
Reichland Asylum: The Return of Sarah Crawford (Riverside) – They said she worshipped the occult, locking her deep in the wards of Reichland Asylum and throwing away the key. Little did they know she was the least of their worries… Unearth the secrets of the Crawford family and the dark powers that lie deep in the corridors with Reichland Asylum: The Return of Sarah Crawford.
Straight to Hale Productions: Demon Creek (Alta Loma) – The town of Casket Creek has a sordid history, rife with witches using black magic and wreaking havoc. The townsfolk fear they may never escape the wickedness that hangs like a menacing cloud over their once-peaceful town, but it appears that an even more sinister entity looms in the shadows.
The Witching Hour: HALLOWEEN – A Terrifying Walkthrough Experience (Atwater) – Encounter the Myer’s home and come face-to-face with The Shape himself. Enter if you dare: everyone is entitled to one good scare!

Casa Calaveras: A Walk-Thru Art Experience – Stroll through an intimate series of glowing, peek-in dioramas and uncover the heart-filled tale of José & Gloria, the couple from the hereafter. A great way to introduce your kids to Día de los Muertos – Since 1999.
Gothic Hills Cemetery (Riverside) – Gothic Hills Cemetery returns to the Hall of Shadows with a new interactive theatrical display based on their Riverside, California haunt. This Halloween guests will experience the prequel to the Fitzroy story in their biggest season ever.
The Quail Run Carnival (Agoura Hills) – Come win some Halloween candy in a handmade, vintage-style, Halloween Carnival! Play either MASH THE MONSTERS or THE SEANCE, play a spooky vintage ARCADE CABINET, or spin our FORTUNE WHEEL to see your future! New games added every Halloween!
Exquisite Corpse: REDWATER! Vol. 1 – In the first part of this three-part walk-through series Obadiah, Elijah, and Beauregard Manning (children of the infamous crazed scientist Dr. Joseph R. Manning) set out on a strange and gruesome journey to find their recently missing father. Step back into 1985 and join us in Redwater, Louisiana, to embark through the ratty pages of a mysterious old comic book titled: REDWATER! Vol. 1

Boomers! Parks – Guests begin training as new overnight security for Boomers! and encounter paranormal entities!
Lights OUT: ICON – Welcome to Club ICON. Tonight’s category is Battle Royale, where two legendary houses compete to be the most ICONIC house of them all. Who will slay, or sashay, away?
Santa Ana Haunt: Shades of Hell (Santa Ana) – Shades of Hell serves as the gateway to your worst nightmares. Everyone has different fears – and they are all here, waiting for you.
Corona Haunt: Tales of Halloween (Corona) – A modern look into the horror stories that kept you up at night as a child. Brave the ghosts, witches, and demons of Halloween night!
The Dreich Society: Nightmare (Ontario) – Deep in the woodlands of Japan stands an ancient temple, originally designed to trap the land’s spirits of the night. Will you survive a peek behind the curtain in their realm, or be trapped forever in their eternal nightmare?
The Haunt With No Name… Yet (Tarzana) – Wandering on a eerie night, you find an unknown place. It is forgotten by time but seems haunted and filled with mysterious and spooky things. You decide to take the time to explore what is happening at the Haunt With No Name.. Yet.
Realm of Shadow: Hamre Manor (Norwalk) – The Lord of Shadow and his Matron have returned to the attic space of Hamre Manor. Come find your way through his minion-filled hallways, and prepare to confront the evil within!
The Decayed Brigade slider team will return to the Hall of Shadows with three incredible exhibitions on Saturday July 30th, and three on Sunday July 31st – show times to be announced soon.

o “The Hall of Shadows is a cornerstone of Midsummer Scream. It’s one of the main things that separates us from any other convention out there. The incredible haunters that work tirelessly to create displays and walk-through attractions for our guests to experience are truly masters of their craft, and we are so grateful to this community that steps up each year and knocks it out of the ballpark time and again.”

o “The overall theme for Hall of Shadows this year is ‘Halloween Comes Home’. That couldn’t be more on-the-nose as we return to the Long Beach Convention Center for the first time since 2019. This July, guests will experience the biggest and most incredible Hall of Shadows yet with more thrills and chills than ever before! It’s a fantastic mix of home and pro haunts, walk-through experiences, and spooky displays that everyone is going to want to see for themselves!”

o “Hall of Shadows is a celebration of the creativity on display by some of the amazing haunters here in SoCal each year. I truly feel that what they accomplish in such a short amount of time is a temporary art exhibit; it lasts for a couple days, and then is gone forever.”

All-New Casual Dining Chick Chick Chicken Opens at Universal CityWalk in Hollywood!

On April 2, 2022 By TimothyIn Universal Studios HollywoodLeave a comment

The Exciting New Restaurant Opens Daily at 11am!

Chick Chick Chicken is a casual dining experience with a variety of hand breaded chicken dishes. The restaurant combines a colorful presentation with a nostalgic feeling that highlights exciting, yet familiar flavors. From traditional to the hottest Nashville hot, Chick Chick Chicken serves up a unique sandwich experience.

Sneak Peek at the Menu

Nashville Hot N’ Spicy Sandwich
Classic Fried Chicken Sandwich
Asian Style Chicken Sandwich
Classic and Hot N’ Spicy Chicken Tenders
Crinkle Cut Fries

We’re planing a trip to USH real soon Mary loves Chicken maybe we’ll try this for lunch! we cant wait to get back too USH its been too long!

Tim

Lights OUT Creative Presents “Lights OUT: Slay”

On April 2, 2022 By TimothyIn Haunted AttractionsLeave a comment

New Queer Horror Immersive Experience Coming to Los Angeles County!

Lights OUT Creative presents its one-of-a-kind Queer forward Immersive Escape Experience.
Lights OUT: Slay is an hour-long immersive experience that will follow the rivals of the House of
Fun (Fun Haus). Big Daddy, the father of the fabulous House of Freaks, invites guests to
participate in a deadly game with the sickening house children. Will you SLAY the night?
This hour-long show is highly physical and interactive. It contains explicit language, electrical
shock, physical restraints, emotional manipulation, nudity, running, hiding, crouching, dark
moments, and verbal abuse. You must sign a waiver upon entering the experience. This show is
not ADA friendly. 21+ ONLY

Lights OUT Creative will be hosting this experience is located at a disclosed location in
Hacienda Heights. Guests that purchase tickets will receive instructions on where to go prior to
their event time.

Show Dates: April 30th, May 1st, 6th, & 7th
Showtimes: 7:30 PM, 8:50PM, 10:10PM, & 11:30PM

The show is intended to be a group experience for 5 people per session. The price is $250 per
group ($50 per person) Tickets go on sale on April 1st.
You can book a ticket on our site: https://lights-out-creative.ticketleap.com/slay/

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and Sesame Workshop Celebrate Grand Opening of Sesame Place San Diego, First West Coast Park Based on the Iconic Sesame Street Show!

On April 1, 2022 By TimothyIn UncategorizedLeave a comment

Sesame Place San Diego is Now Open!
First Sesame Place on the West Coast, and second in the country, officially welcomes guests into the beloved Sesame Street Neighborhood
Park offerings include Sesame Street-themed rides, exciting water attractions, an interactive Sesame Street Neighborhood, daily live character shows, and award-winning parade
All-New show “Welcome to Our Street!” starring Elmo, Abby, Grover, Rosita, and Cookie Monster debuts at park
Park opens as Certified Autism Center as designated by The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES)
Season Passes available now for the best value with unlimited visits year-round

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, and Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street®, have officially opened Sesame Place San Diego, the newest theme park in California and the first Sesame Place on the West Coast. The all-new theme park is full of immersive experiences and admission provides access to all water attractions and family-friendly dry rides, plus entertainment offerings likes shows and a parade, along with so much more. Sesame Place is the second theme park of its kind in the United States and the perfect getaway for families and kids of all ages.

The all-new park is sure to be the must-visit destination for any time of the year with a perfect mixture of water slides and attractions, rides, shows, a parade and so much more in one experience. Sesame Place offers 18 Sesame Street-themed rides and exciting water attractions, including a family-friendly rollercoaster, wave pool and lazy river, plus rides and waters slides, all included with park admission. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from San Diego and 2.5 hours from Los Angeles, park-goers on the West Coast will finally be able to easily hug their favorite furry friends and take a stroll through the beloved Sesame Street neighborhood. Kids will get the chance to play in a world that plays back through immersive physical and digital character experiences, including an unforgettable immersive experience at the iconic Sesame Street Neighborhood.

“This is a great time for the company as we open the doors to sunny days at Sesame Place and welcome guests from all over to experience this new theme park,” said Marc Swanson, Chief Executive Officer of SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. “We are extremely grateful for our partnership with Sesame Workshop. We are continuing the legacy we started 42 years ago together by creating a second theme park in the United States where children and guests can laugh, learn and enjoy playing in a fun and meaningful way. This park is part of a big year for SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment as we have opened new attractions already in 2022 across multiple parks as part of our overall business strategy and will continue to expand our offerings in the coming years with exciting experiences for our guests.”

With exciting surprises on every corner, kids and parents alike will have never-ending adventures waiting for them including a Sesame Street parade, an engaging musical play area, one-of-a-kind photo opportunities and a never-before-seen live character show. “Welcome To Our Street” stars beloved characters Elmo, Abby, Grover, Rosita, and Cookie Monster as they all work together to find the perfect way to welcome their friends to Sesame Street. Offered a few times a day, the award-winning Sesame Street Party Parade is filled with contemporary tunes, Sesame Street favorites plus performers jumping rope, hula hooping, and moving & grooving with their Sesame Street friends. It’s a parade that’s sure to get everyone in the mood for a party!

“This moment has been over 40 years in the making,” said Ed Wells, Executive Vice President and Head of Global Media and Education, Sesame Workshop. “Since the first Sesame Place launched in 1980, it has been one of the best ways for kids and families to interact with the Sesame brand and their favorite characters, up close and in person. We are thrilled to continue expanding our partnership with SeaWorld Parks & Entertainmentwith the introduction of Sesame Place San Diego, the West Coast’s only standalone theme park based entirely on Sesame Street. This park is full ofnew interactive, entertaining, and playful learning experiences for families and continues our mission of helping kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.”

With a sunny forecast year-round in San Diego, guests will splash through 11 water attractions including Big Bird’s Beach with a 500,000-gallon wave pool – one of the largest in Southern California. The little ones will splish and splash in areas made just for their size at Elmo’s Silly Sand Slides, a colorful, hands-on water adventure with 6 slippery slides and lots of splashy fun, or spend endless time at The Count’s Splash Castle, a multi-level, interactive, water-play attraction with a 500-gallon water bucket drop. Sesame Place is a place that everyone can enjoy together! From a child’s first roller coaster ride to an imaginary trip to outer space in an Elmo-themed rocket ship, the rides at Sesame Place are designed with everyone’s favorite furry friends in mind. The fun continues throughout the year at Sesame Place with family-friendly events such as The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular and A Very Furry Christmas.

Sesame Place San Diego opens as a Certified Autism Center (CAC) as designated by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). Sesame Place San Diego mirrors Sesame Place Philadelphia, which was the first theme park in the world to achieve this designation. Staff-wide autism sensitivity and awareness training was completed prior to the park’s opening, and robust pre-visit planning resources, including a park-specific sensory guide are featured on its website, making it easier for parents to plan activities that satisfy their child’s specific needs and accommodations. Designated quiet rooms with comfortable seating are located in the park near Sesame Souvenirs.

Guests can experience all of the park’s offerings with a single day admission ticket for $64.99. For the Sesame Street fans who want to visit their favorite furry friends endless times, a 2022 Season Pass to Sesame Place San Diego starting at $132/year or monthly payments of $22/month for only sixth months provides unlimited visits with no blockout dates. Season Pass holders are the first to receive news and information about Sesame Place San Diego and are invited to special events throughout the year plus receive free parking, free guest tickets, access to all seasonal events and discounts on tickets, merchandise, ride again privileges, and more.*

For fans who want to visit Sesame Place AND SeaWorld San Diego, they can add SeaWorld to their Sesame Place Season Pass for unlimited visits to both parks starting at only an additional $7.25/month. For more information and to purchase Season Passes visithttps://sesameplace.com/san-diego/season-pass.

41 Years of Exclusive Partnership in Sesame Street-Inspired Giggles and Smiles

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment, Inc. has been Sesame Workshop’s exclusive theme park partner in the United States since the 1980 opening of Sesame Place in Philadelphia. The partnership has grown to provide entertainment and fun for all ages at each SeaWorld and Busch Gardens park. SeaWorld San Diego expanded offerings in its children’s area and opened Sesame Street Bay of Play in 2008 followed by Busch Gardens Williamsburg’s Sesame Street Forest of Fun in 2009, Busch Gardens Tampa’s Sesame Street Safari of Fun in 2010, SeaWorld San Antonio’s Sesame Street Bay of Play in 2011 and most recently in 2019, SeaWorld Orlando opened Sesame Street Land, a 6-acre land with over 30 ways to play, including six themed rides, wet and dry play areas, an interactive neighborhood, and the park’s first-ever award-winning Sesame Street parade. Sesame Street Land was voted #1 Best New Amusement Park Attraction for 2019 (USA Today, 2020).

Sesame Place is located at 2052 Entertainment Circle. For more information visit SesamePlaceSanDiego.com and follow Sesame Place San Diego on Facebook and @SesamePlaceCa on Instagram.

*Benefits vary by Pass tier.

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About SeaWorld® Parks & Entertainment

SeaWorld® Parks & Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS) is a leading theme park and entertainment company providing experiences that matter, and inspiring guests to protect animals and the wild wonders of our world. The Company is one of the world’s foremost zoological organizations and a global leader in animal welfare, training, husbandry, and veterinary care. The Company collectively cares for what it believes is one of the largest zoological collections in the world and has helped lead advances in the care of animals. The Company also rescues and rehabilitates marine and terrestrial animals that are ill, injured, orphaned, or abandoned, with the goal of returning them to the wild. The SeaWorld® rescue team has helped more than 39,100 animals in need over the Company’s history. SeaWorld® Parks & Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld®, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 60-year history, the Company has built a diversified portfolio of 12 destination and regional theme parks that are grouped in key markets across the United States, many of which showcase its one-of-a-kind zoological collection. The Company’s theme parks feature a diverse array of rides, shows and other attractions with broad demographic appeal which deliver memorable experiences and a strong value proposition for its guests.

About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, the pioneering television show that has been reaching and teaching children since 1969. Today, Sesame Workshop is an innovative force for change, with a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. We’re present in more than 150 countries, serving vulnerable children through a wide range of media, formal education, and philanthropically funded social impact programs, each grounded in rigorous research and tailored to the needs and cultures of the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.sesameworkshop.org.

Boysenberry Festival 2022 Map Download!

On March 15, 2022 By TimothyIn Knott's Berry FarmLeave a comment

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The First SUPER NINTENDO WORLD in the U.S. is Set to Open at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023!

On March 10, 2022 By TimothyIn Universal Studios HollywoodLeave a comment

Select Merchandise to Debut within the Theme Park’s

Popular Feature Presentation Retail Store, Opening Soon

It’s official! SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, the innovative, immersive and highly-anticipated themed land, will open at Universal Studios Hollywood in 2023, and will be the first SUPER NINTENDO WORLD to debut in the United States.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD opened first at Universal Studios Japan to rave consumer and critical reviews in 2021. The U.S. debut of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD at Universal Studios Hollywood will transport theme park guests and Nintendo fans into the world of Mario, Luigi and Princess Peach to become part of their compelling universe.

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD was conceived in partnership with Nintendo and the visionaries at Universal Creative to deliver exhilarating entertainment with innovative technological achievements inspired by characters and video games that have appealed to generations of Nintendo fans for over 40 years.

The immersive land will be a visual spectacle of vibrant colors and architectural ingenuity located within a newly expanded area of the theme park, featuring a groundbreaking ride and interactive areas, to be enjoyed by the whole family. Themed shopping and dining will enhance the entireexperience.

To mark the occasion as the countdown begins to the land’s exciting debut, Universal Studios Hollywood will unveil a takeover of its popular Feature Presentation retail store with SUPER NINTENDO WORLD theming, opening soon. Located just inside the theme park’s main entrance, guests will have a chance to share their excitement for the land’s 2023 arrival by gearing up with merchandise such as Mario and Luigi themed apparel and iconic character hats. A selection of plush characters, including Yoshi, Mario Bowser and Luigi in a variety of sizes, will also be among the many fun items available for purchase.

More information and details will be shared soon. In the meantime, guests can visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com for theme park updates.Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

About Universal Studios Hollywood

Universal Studios Hollywood includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Attractions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™”, the new mega attraction “Jurassic World—The Ride” featuring the spectacularly realistic Indominus rex dinosaur, and the all-new ride “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash!” Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons Ride™” and DreamWorks Theatre featuring “Kung Fu Panda Adventure.” The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television production studio where they can also experience such thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” and “King Kong 360 3D.” Universal CityWalk, located adjacent to the theme park, features such popular restaurants as the all-new NBC Sports Grill & Brew, VIVO Italian Kitchen, Antojitos Cocina Mexicana, Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville and Voodoo Doughnut, along with dynamic shopping and entertainment options, including Universal Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres.

Knott’s Berry Farm’s Boysenberry Festival 2022 Foods!

On March 8, 2022 By TimothyIn Knott's Berry FarmLeave a comment

We got photos of the foods! what looks yummy to you? We cant wait! Festival Starts March 18th!

Tasting Card Foods!

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All-Beef Meatballs in a Boysenberry BBQ Sauce on Mashers

Standalone Foods!

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Boysenberry Colossal Creations, The BIG Stuff!

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Thanks For Checking them out be sure to share 🙂 See ya’ll soon, have to go work out now to make room lol!

Timothy.

SeaWorld San Diego and Mike Hess Brewing Create a New Limited Release Emperor Hazy IPA to Celebrate California’s Newest, Tallest and Fastest Dive Coaster, Emperor Opening March 12th!

On March 6, 2022 By TimothyIn Sea WorldLeave a comment

Emperor Hazy IPA available only at SeaWorld San Diego
A portion of Emperor Hazy IPA proceeds will be donated to Penguins International
Dive into pineapple, mango and citrus hop flavors that will throw your senses for a loop
Emperor is the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state
One of the most anticipated rides of 2022 by USA Today

SeaWorld San Diego and Mike Hess Brewing are tapping into something refreshing by creating a custom IPA that celebrates one of the most anticipated coasters of 2022 by USA Today, Emperor, the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in the state, set to open at SeaWorld San Diego to the public on Saturday, March 12. The all-new limited release beer will be available only at SeaWorld San Diego to the public starting March 2, the same day that Pass Members can start previewing the ride before it opens to the general public. In addition to the great taste, guests can feel good about their beverage selection. Through SeaWorld’s continued partnership with Penguins International to focus on penguin awareness and the conservation needs of this special aquatic bird, a portion of the proceeds from Emperor Hazy IPA will be donated to Penguins International.

“I am excited for the opportunities that partnerships like this can do to enhance the experience for our guests, and what a better time as we launch California’s first floorless dive coaster, said Jim Lake, SeaWorld Park President. “This partnership allows us to spotlight the ride, the amazing species it is named after and support a cause focused on penguin conservation, education and research efforts. Mike Hess is a great friend of SeaWorld and we look forward to our continued relationship.”

Emperor Hazy IPA is a 7.0% ABV delicious and citrus-forward Hazy India Pale Ale, a relatively new style of IPA in which the vast majority of the hops added to the beer are added at the very end of brewing, leaving all the bitterness out, and causing two desirable effects: first, a massive, citrusy aroma from the beer and, second, an interaction between the hop’s lupulin compounds and the beer’s grains creating a smooth haziness appearance to the beer. Emperor Hazy IPA is crafted with water, barley, wheat, and oats, as well as Citra, Mosaic and Cascade hops. And, like all Mike Hess Brewing’s beers, Emperor Hazy IPA is crafted to reduce gluten, so even guests who are gluten-intolerant may enjoy this ale.

SeaWorld and Mike Hess Brewing have partnered on custom brews for the park since 2015. The first, a fruit-forward IPA was created with the addition of real grapefruit juice to their popular Solis IPA brand. The beer, SeaWorld Solis, was an instant hit with guests and after its limited time at SeaWorld, and due to its popularity, the beer hit bars and grocery stories later that Summer. Grapefruit Solis was the number one brand for the brewery for over two years.

“It’s such an incredible opportunity to partner with an organization like SeaWorld, simultaneously an iconic San Diego brand as well as one so focused on their incredible work in protecting and preserving marine species, said Mike Hess, Founder and Chief Brewing Officer of Mike Hess Brewing. “The Mike Hess team is thrilled to be not only a part of the new coaster’s launch but to be aligned with another organization also doing much good. We’re very proud of this beer and hope it only enhances what’s sure to be an amazing day at the park.”

In addition to creating custom beers for SeaWorld, Mike Hess Brewing has been an active beer supplier at the park for over six years, participating in events such as Seven Seas Food Festival and the new Craft Beer Festival that debuted in 2021.

SeaWorld has brought back the popular SoCal Pass for only $10 per month for a limited time. Not only will guests receive unlimited admission for 12 months* and discounted parking but they will also take advantage of all the hops and drops with early access to floorless coaster thrills on the all-new Emperor Dive Coaster starting on March 2 followed by a refreshing gulp of Emperor Hazy IPA.

For more information about Mike Hess Brewing, visit www.mikehessbrewing.com. For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld onFacebook and Instagram for the latest park details and information.

SeaWorld’s Seven Seas Food Festival Returns Where Guests Can Set Sail for New International Flavors, over 150 Food and Drink Offerings, and Live Music!

On March 5, 2022 By TimothyIn Sea WorldLeave a comment

More than 150 mouthwatering food and drink offerings and 30 new flavors with unique recipes from around the world
Most expansive beverage menu ever with more than 50 specially curated cocktails and wines, and over 50 craft beers from San Diego and beyond
Experience the event with multiple food and drink sampler options, including a new Friday Happy Hour Sampler
Live music and entertainment every weekend including a Polynesian Dance Show with fire dancers
Special Seven Seas Pass Member offer includes exclusive bonus food samples plus early access to the all-new Emperor Coaster before it opens to the general public on March 12
SeaWorld SoCal Pass is back for a year of unlimited admission for only $10 per month

SeaWorld San Diego’s Seven Seas Food Festival returns March 4 where guests can set sail for international cuisines, amazing beverage tastings and live music performances every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through May 1.With the most expansive beverage menu ever and more than 150 fresh flavors, guests will sip and sample their way around a world of flavors and unique recipes to pair with countless craft beers, cocktails, and wine selections. The park has new and refreshed locations to drink and dine at including a beautiful waterfront spot with outstanding views of Mission Bay and iconic Southern California sunsets. No festival is complete without live entertainment and each weekend will be filled with a variety of music selections from multiple stages throughout the park.

To get the most out of Seven Seas Food Festival and all SeaWorld has to offer, SeaWorld has brought back the popular SoCal Pass for only $10 per month for a limited time. Guests will receive unlimited admission for 12 months* and discounted parking, plus three free bonus food samples to use through May 1. SoCal Pass Members will also receive early access to floorless coaster thrills on the all-new Emperor Dive Coaster, the tallest, fastest, and longest dive coaster in the state and one of the highest anticipated coasters in 2022 by USA Today, starting on March 2 before the ride opens to the public on March 12!

Most Expansive Beverage Menu Ever and More than 150 Fresh Flavors

In addition to the amazing food, this year’s festival includes SeaWorld’s most expansive beverage menu ever with more than 50 specially curated cocktails and wines, and over 50 craft beers from San Diego and beyond. Explore an array of festival marketplaces and stages including a variety of new dishes:

· Indulge in exciting options from south of the border at the all-new Mexican Flavors: Three new taco options to choose from – carnitas, braised beef, and vegan-friendly chipotle portabella. Finish the meal with the NEW and scrumptious Churro Cheesecake.

· Delight your palate with exquisite offerings at Tuscan Flavors: From fried ravioli with pesto sauce to a charcuterie board filled with marinated olives, a variety of meats and breadsticks, this stop is complete with a cool down option of tiramisu ice cream.

· Brats, beers, and bites await you at the all-new German Flavors:Choose between two NEW Bratwurst Sliders, a choice of the standard or go spicy with a smoked jalapeno cheddar, both served with onion, peppers, and spicy brown mustard. Finish the meal and add-on warm pretzel bites with beer cheese sauce.

· Enjoy spice and deep flavors with an ALL-NEW Asian menu:Choose from chicken or vegetable options of hibachi lo mein, pork or vegetable gyozas, or an ALL-NEW bulgogi bowl, and pair any entrée with the NEW spiked Thai iced tea.

· Enjoy hops and drops with Emperor Hazy IPA: In celebration of SeaWorld’s upcoming Emperor coaster, the park partnered with local brewer, Mike Hess Brewing, to create a limited release IPA inspired by the ride. The all-new limited release beer is exclusively sold at SeaWorld San Diego and will be available to enjoy throughout Seven Seas Food Festival.

A complete menu of the Seven Seas Food Festival dishes and drinks can be found online at www.SeaWorldSanDiego.com/7Seas.

ALL-NEW Scenic Locations to Drink and Dine

Guests at this year’s festival have even more options to sip and sample at while taking in gorgeous views. New and refreshed locations await guests including a beautiful waterfront spot overlooking Mission Bay that offers a jaw dropping view of the sunset. Locations include:

· Underwater Cantina – The newest bar to open at SeaWorld San Diego. Relax on the patio and sip on mixologist-curated cocktails, frozen specialties and alcoholic popsicles, and an expansive selection of tequilas & mezcal.

· Explorer’s Garden – This expansive, new area provides a perfect location to take in a bite or drink, complete with picnic tables and ample spacing, plus take a fun photo on SeaWorld’s ALL-NEW giant Adirondack chair.

· The Waterfront – Guests can sip their favorite beer, wine, or cocktail as they take in the breathtaking views of Mission Bay. It’s the perfect place to go with friends and family to relax and unwind at this outdoor oasis.

Move and Groove to Live Performances

Along with delicious eats, Seven Seas will feature live music stages and an exciting trip to the Pacific islands, with the sights and sounds of a Polynesian dance presentation —all included with theme park admission.

· Polynesian Revue Fire Dance: Experience the heart-pounding energy and lyrical beauty of Polynesian dance and music. Feel and experience tropical sounds while dancers tell the stories of the islands and turn up the heat as fire dancers take to the stage nightly.

· Seven Seas Soundstage: Guests will indulge in savory sounds and sweet melodies as local bands fill the air with music from around the globe.

· SoCal Soundstage: Kick back and enjoy the rich blend of musicians homegrown here in SoCal. Musical styles will range from blues to rock, bluegrass to ska and country to pop.

Pass Memberships and Samplers are the Best Way to Savor and Sip

Discover boundless combinations of food and drink selections with a Seven Seas Food & Beverage Sampler. Guests can embark on their culinary journey with a 10-item sampler starting at only $65 or take it up a notch and with the fan-favorite 15-item sampler for the best savings. SeaWorld San Diego Pass Members also get the VIP treatment and can purchase 18 samples for the price of 15 (that’s 3 bonus samples!).

Adding on the fun, SeaWorld is hosting Happy Hour every Friday starting at 4 p.m. Those that want to get a head start on the weekend can opt for the ALL-NEW Happy Hour Sampler and enjoy 5 food or beverage tasting options from any Seven Seas Food Festival locations for only $25. Happy Hour is valid 4 p.m. until park closing on Fridays only of Seven Seas Food Festival.

For more information, park hours and to purchase tickets, visit www.seaworldsandiego.com. Follow SeaWorld on Facebook and Instagram for the latest Seven Seas Food Festival details and information.

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