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Today Disney Cruise Line announced some exciting upgrades for their first ship, the Disney Magic that will debut after the ship returns from a brief turn in dry dock this September! AquaDunk on the Disney Magic is a thrilling three-story body slide that begins with a surprise launch, sending guests on a near-vertical drop and through a translucent tube that extends 20 feet over the side of the ship. This new water feature will take guests for a swift and splashy ride on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) In the new Aqua Lab water playground on the Disney Magic, families can frolic among pop jets, geysers and bubblers. Interactive games keep the kids moving, while the Twist n' Spout water slide gets them delightfully drenched. The AquaLab is just one of the exciting new additions to debut on the Disney Magic this fall. (Disney) Marvel's Avengers Academy in Disney's Oceaneer Club on the Disney Magic invites young crime-fighters into a high-tech command post used by The Avengers for special missions and operations training. Throughout the base, displays featuring some of the equipment that make The Avengers the earth's mightiest heroes - Iron Man's suit of armor, Captain America's shield and Thor's hammer --- inspire super hero "recruits" through their academy missions. Avengers Academy opens on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Andy's Room, a new multi-level youth space in Disney's Oceaneer Club on the Disney Magic, brings the stars of the Disney-Pixar "Toy Story" film trilogy to life. Stocked with all of Andy's favorite toys, the room features a giant, working Mr. Potato Head, larger-than-life version of the lovable "Toy Story" piggy bank, Hamm, and Slinky Dog slide, the most fun way to descend to the toy room floor. Andy's Room opens on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Pixie Hollow in Disney's Oceaneer Club on the Disney Magic invites guests into the enchanted land of Tinker Bell and her fairy friends. Tree branches overhead create a forest scene, with Tinker Bell's teapot house serving as a closet filled with fanciful costumes for dress up. With the help of a little pixie dust, this new youth space will be revealed after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Mickey Mouse Club is a new youth area in Disney's Oceaneer Club on the Disney Magic where kids can create crafts and play games on custom, ear-shaped tables, in a room splashed with Mickey's signature colors of red, yellow and black. This new club will be open to young cruisers on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock in the fall. (Disney) Disney's Oceaneer Club, open to 3-to-12-year-old children, is a completely re-imagined area on the Disney Magic that transports children to the magical realms of brave super heroes, adventuresome toys, fanciful fairies and Mickey Mouse's club for creativity and fun. Young guests on the Disney Magic will be greeted by giant storybook facades in Disney's Oceaneer Club after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Disney's Oceaneer Lab on the Disney Magic is a themed area that takes pint-sized pirates on a journey of discovery, exploration and adventures. Adorned with giant, nautical ropes belayed around columns and ancient navigation maps, the seafaring fun spot lets children create, play and explore with high-tech and high-touch games, video walls and digital stations. The reimagined Oceaneer Lab will debut on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The youngest (and smallest) cruisers --- ages three months to three years --- can enjoy the new It's a Small World Nursery on the Disney Magic. Inspired by the namesake Disney Parks attraction, this whimsical world is a place of age-specific fun and discovery, with trained counselors. The enhanced nursery will be complete after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Keys on the Disney Magic is a piano bar and lounge perfect for guests wanting a low-key nighttime experience. In this new adult-exclusive venue, guests can wind down listening to the soft sounds of the piano and sipping cocktails in a refined retreat. The piano bar is part of After Hours, the nighttime entertainment district opening this fall after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock. (Disney) Fathoms on the Disney Magic is a night club inspired by the excitement of the sea that utilizes special effects, lighting and sound to create different atmospheres from early evening to night. Exclusively for adult guests, the night club is part of After Hours, the nighttime entertainment district opening this fall after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock. (Disney) O'Gills on the Disney Magic is an Irish pub and sports bar recalling traditional pub days of olde, designed with rich green accents and traditional decor. Live televised athletic events are on tap for sports-lovers. Exclusively for adult guests, the pub is part of After Hours, the nighttime entertainment district opening this fall after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock. (O'Gills on the Disney Fantasy pictured here) (Disney) Senses Spa & Salon on the Disney Magic invites guests into a realm of relaxation with a completely redesigned reception area featuring a contemporary color-wash of earth tones - a soothing spectrum of hues to serve as a backdrop to the menu of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. Expanded by 725 square feet, the new design of the Senses Spa & Salon will be revealed after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Senses Spa & Salon on the Disney Magic features a redesigned salon area with additional styling, manicure and pedicure stations with the latest equipment. A new two-chair barbershop offers a variety of grooming services for men including haircuts, and the ultimate in men's facial pampering - hot-lathered shaves. Expanded by 725 square feet, the new design of the Senses Spa & Salon will be revealed after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Disney Cruise Line's popular adult-exclusive Palo restaurant receives a makeover on the Disney Magic, with stylish wood fixtures, glass artwork panels, decorative lighting and hand-tufted carpet. Guests will enjoy the new elegant design of Palo after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The vibrancy of Rio de Janeiro creates an energetic atmosphere in Carioca's, a new restaurant on the Disney Magic. During the day, buffet meals feature a festival theme before night falls and the atmosphere transforms into an after-hours scene of Rio de Janiero, with city-side windows softly illuminated and lanterns flickering overhead. Carioca's will offer a new dining experience for guests sailing on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Animator's Palate on the Disney Magic, one of the most popular restaurants on the Disney ships, is updated with all-new, animation-adorned walls and larger high-definition flat-screens to provide the best views of the animation magic that takes place all around. The redesigned Animator's Palate on the Disney Magic will offer guests a new interactive dining experience after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The enhanced Animator's Palate on the Disney Magic invite guests to experience the tremendously popular "Animation Magic" dinner show that celebrates the magic of Disney animation. This innovative show allows guests to create their own hand-drawn characters that magically spring to life, become fully animated and join the show onscreen. "Animation Magic" will be added to the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. ("Animation Magic" on the Disney Fantasy pictured here). Kent Phillips, photographer. (Disney) Cabanas on the Disney Magic, drawing inspiration from Australian influences with uniquely Disney touches, includes a beach-themed dining room that has beach umbrellas and teak Adirondack chairs to create a sunny "down under" décor for guests. A casual dining experience with food and beverage stations during daytime hours and a table-service restaurant each evening, Cabanas will be added to the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The reimagined D Lounge on the Disney Magic offers a variety of family-friendly games, shows, dances and activities designed for everyone to join. Colorful furnishings complement the contemporary feel of this area, encouraging creative and kinetic fun for everyone. This family-friendly lounge will open on the Disney Magic this fall, after the ship undergoes dry dock. (Disney) The grand atrium lobby on the Disney Magic, inspired by elegant art deco and elements of the sea, features a palette of vibrant coral, blue and aquamarine, a dazzling new chandelier and a grand staircase. Exuding the elegance of the early 20th century ocean liners, the redesigned Disney Magic atrium will be complete after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) Staterooms on the Disney Magic have been redesigned with new-nautical décor and more usable space including elevated bed frames that provide storage room underneath. Enhanced staterooms on the Disney Magic will be complete after the ship undergoes dry dock in the fall. (Disney) Concierge Suites on the Disney Magic have been redesigned with more space and new luxurious décor, featuring an ocean-view quarter where guests can relax in the comfort of their own suite. The enhanced concierge suites will debut on the Disney Magic after the ship undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The Walt Disney Royal Suite on the Disney Magic has been redesigned with new décor, featuring high-end furnishes in a spacious ocean-view quarter where guests can relax in the comfort of their own suite. The enhanced Walt Disney Royal Suite will welcome guests into their home away from home after the Disney Magic undergoes dry dock this fall. (Disney) The upper decks on the Disney Magic have been redesigned for plenty of splashtacular fun for all groups. Enhanced upper deck features include, the AquaDunk, a near-vertical thrill slide, AquaLab water playground with the Twist n' Spout water slide and a Huey, Duey and Louie-themed toddler splash zone. All these exciting upper deck features will be added on the Disney Magic this October, after the ship undergoes dry dock. (Disney)

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http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/04/may-the-fourth-be-with-you-celebrated-at-disneys-hollywood-studios-for-limited-time-magic/ As if anyone would be surprised, I'll most definitely be there. http://disneyparks.disney.go.com/blog/2013/04/attend-monsters-university-at-disney-parks-this-summer/

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http://www.wbtw.com/story/22046832/myrtle-beach-organization-needs-10-million-dollars-in-3-weeks Hard to believe there's an idea for this park that is crazier than attempting to reopen the park as a whole again.

http://www.ghostowninthesky.com/public/about_ghost_town/whats_happening/index.cfm/story/9/

While floater air is fine, ejector air is preferable for me. Something about the thought that my restraint is actually being put to work is terrifyingly thrilling.

Just catching up on this awesome trip report... Trained whale sharks??? That certainly trumps the Georgia Aquarium ten thousand times over! Seriously though, this trip report makes me miss Japan so much. 2016 can't get here soon enough!

Beyond accurate. That being said, a GCI terrain coaster (using Gwazi's Flyers) could be nice at Busch Gardens Williamsburg...

As much as the venue was a nice asset to Universal Studios Hollywood overall, I am totally fine with seeing the park gain some needed territory for their borders. I really enjoyed the park during my last visit, but considering the space constraints, it was a shame to see the park had trouble adding more without taking things away. At least with this project, the park seems to be benefiting heavily from the loss of the Gibson Amphitheatre.

That is seriously one twisted mess of track! Really loving following this project, despite the fact that I won't be here anytime soon.

That last picture looks fantastic! Thanks for keeping us in the loop Steve!

^That's the shame of the situation... I expect the annual meetings Q&A sessions to always have at least one person ranting on and on, wasting valuable time talking about a topic that few other shareholders will care about or agree with... But that is the wonder of a publicly traded company--agenda pushers like these can buy their way in just to speak up.

BGT's employee drug screening needs to improve?

I really need to find a way to get back to Texas sometime in the near future... This ride simply looks too amazing!

^I convinced my mother to ride Crazy Camel once and she darn near had a heart attack... Fond memories! As for Akbar's Adventure Tours, I never had the chance to give it a try sadly...

If they sell the chocolate ketchup from Chocolate World by HersheyPark, I'll be sold!

^I'd love for one of those Intamin spinners to show up in the States, but I have a feeling we'll never see something quite as intense as Tornado on this side of the globe.

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It is astounding how many problems Carnival has had with their ships this year. Does any other cruise line manage to get away with this many issues and still be able to turn a profit and stay afloat (pun intended)?

Considering how much work is still to be done, I'm pretty surprised to see the construction walls come down in favor of loose mesh fences. That won't likely do a good job of keeping the dust and dirt contained within the construction site.

I'm really curious as to the rumor of other flat rides like Phoenix in Timbuktu leaving as well. Assuming a drop tower is in the park's future, and the ride's location relative to Sandstorm, that opens up the space to even more use. That being said, I still think it'd be a smart idea to utilize the massive Timbuktu Theater space (home to Sesame Street 4D and Pirates 4D) for something more. Timbuktu could make for a great location for a Busch-style dark ride like DarKastle.