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Theme Park Rangers

Dec 29, 2021

Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice discuss what is ahead for area attractions in 2022, including new roller coasters at Epcot, SeaWorld and Busch Gardens.

  • Typhoon Lagoon reopens (:54)
  • Universal shuttering Shrek 4-D (3:02)
  • Revenge of the Mummy ride temporarily closing (4:11)
  • Peppa Pig...


Dec 20, 2021

In 2021 theme park guests took a spin on a new coaster, asked a Genie for tips, found a new scare zone and celebrated a big anniversary. Listen to this episode of Theme Park Rangers to find out what else made the list.

  • “Disney look” (2:25)
  • $15/hour (5:13)
  • Cirque returns (6:39)
  • Disney’s Lake Nona move (8:05)


Dec 16, 2021

Orlando Sentinel tourism reporter Dewayne Bevil and food writer Amy Drew Thompson discuss the party atmosphere at Mango’s Tropical Café on International Drive and the Latin American-inspired fare.

  • The party atmosphere (1:04)
  • Sexy show (4:08)
  • Revamped menu (8:22)
  • Pandemic relief (14:58)
  • Dynamic digital art mural...


Dec 8, 2021

Orlando Sentinel tourism reporters Dewayne Bevil and Katie Rice take you on a tour of Epcot, Magic Kingdom, Animal Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Disney Springs to highlight the best of Disney’s holiday celebrations.

  • History of event (1:33)
  • What’s different this year? (4:09)
  • Musical program adjusted (8:09)


Dec 3, 2021

That slight drop in temperature means it’s time to celebrate the holidays in Orlando. Universal and SeaWorld have your every winter desire covered with ice skating shows, parades and concerts.

  • Grinchmas at Islands of Adventure (1:27)
  • Universal Studios parade (4:34)
  • Mannheim Steamroller & Hogwarts projections...