Check Out These Amazing New Orlando Attractions Coming our way this summer. We’re in for a sizzling one!

So many new Orlando attractions, how are we going to fit them all in?

Skull Island: Reign of King Kong at Islands of Adventure

King Kong gets ready to wow the next generation at Universal Orlando. Skull Island: Reign of King Kong will immerse guests in the home of one the most monumental figures in movie history.

This colossal multi-sensory, multi-dimensional ride features huge 4-D screens and massive animatronics. Visitors board vehicles on a 1930s expedition to explore the island. Encounter hostile natives, pre-historic predators and King Kong himself along the way while fighting to survive.

Frozen Ever After at Epcot

One of the new Orlando attractions all ages are eager to see open. The 1988 Maelstrom log ride in the Norway Pavillion at Epcot will be transformed into a Winter in Summer Celebration.

Queen Elsa will use her magical icy powers to create snow in summer in Arendelle.

Even waiting in line will be fun. Visitors will pass through Oaken’s Trading post on their way to board The viking logs. Once aboard, riders will see Sven while he helps set up for the summer festival, the lovable Olaf ice skating and even the giant Marshmallow snowman. The Trolls will recount some of the now famous Frozen tale.

The finale will be Queen Elsa making snow at the Palace as she sings “Let it Go” to a firework finale.

Anna & Elsa will do meet and greets at the  newly rethemed Royal Summerhaus based on historic log cabins.
Full Details: Frozen Ever After

Mako at SeaWorld

This 200 foot tall hyper coaster will be Speeding at 73 miles an hour along 4760 feet of track. Mako will be the feature of a 200 acre themed underwater educational shark exhibit.

See: Summer of Mako
Full Details: SeaWorld

Cobra’s Curse at Busch Gardens Tampa

Do you want to come face to face with an 80 foot Cobra? Then this is the ride for you.

This one-of-a-kind spin coaster takes riders up a 70 foot vertical lift then spins freely through ancient Egyptian architecture at 40 mph.

Soarin Around The World at Epcot

One of the most popular attractions in Disney closed on January 4th for a major overhaul and re-launched on June 17th with an all new tour of the world.

The flyover of California was replaced with a tour that takes riders to far-flung destinations across the world.

The refurbishment also included the addition of a third theater which should significantly reduce lines.

Now Open
Full Details: Disney

Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire

A live stage show at Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage at Magic Kingdom. Bursting with color, characters, costumes, music and dance, it’s sure to warm the heart of all ages.

Now Showing Daily
Full Details: Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire

Star Wars: A Galactic Spectacular

The already awesome firework spectacular are set to get even better. A new projection show, pyrotechnics, lasers and lights will enhance the show putting you right in the heart of the magic.

Now Showing Nightly
Full Details: Star Wars: Galactic Spectacular

Rivers of Light Show at Animal Kingdom

Just the beginning for more entertainment and extended hours at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.

This emotionally stirring show will be on Discovery River as mystical hosts call on animal spirits in a dazzling display of light and water.

The backdrop for the show will be the Tree of Life which will be brought to “light” by magical fireflies.

SCHEDULED OPENING: Summer 2016

Travel Tip created by Sarah Elder in association with Vacation Soup