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    HallowEen Horror Nights at Universal Orlando Resort begins TONIGHT!!

    TERROR HAS TAKEN ROOT
    UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 2022 OPENS TONIGHT – SUMMONING GUESTS TO BRAVE TERRIFYING HAUNTS THAT GO BEYOND THEIR WILDEST NIGHTMARES
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    The World’s Premier Halloween Event is Back for its 31st Year with 10 Haunted Houses, Five Scare Zones, Two Outrageous Shows, Sinfully Delicious Food and Beverage and More

    ORLANDO, Fla. (September 2, 2022) – Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, the world’s premier Halloween event, opens tonight and will run for a record-breaking 43 select nights through October 31.
    This year’s chilling lineup unleashes top names in horror and pop culture alongside a host of original abominations that spawn disturbing twists on Halloween traditions in 10 eerily immersive haunted houses and five scare zones - each filled with hordes of menacing creatures. And when guests need a break from the scares, they can enjoy two outrageous live shows, sink their teeth into a “killer” menu of uniquely themed food and beverage, shop the latest merchandise in a new Halloween Horror Nights Tribute Store and enjoy Universal Studios Florida’s most exciting attractions.
    See below for more details of the terrors that await at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights 2022:
    10 HORRIFYING HAUNTED HOUSES
    While attempting to survive the night, guests will navigate 10 haunted houses where they will:
    • step into a surreal living nightmare in “The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare” with grotesque characters and themes inspired by the multi award-winning artist’s record-breaking music and short films
    • come face-to-face with the merciless Michael Myers in “Halloween” as they make their way through his dilapidated home and chilling moments from the classic 1978 film
    • get caught in the middle of a bloodthirsty battle between notorious horror icons, The Wolf Man, Dracula and The Mummy in “Universal Monsters: Legends Collide”
    • find themselves trapped in two horror masterpieces - Freaky and The Black Phone– in “The Horrors of Blumhouse”
    • encounter six original haunted houses unearthed by the diabolical masterminds of Universal Orlando’s Entertainment team – each designed to bring the most visceral fears to life. Guests will try to escape:
      • a coven of seemingly beautiful flapper witches in a lively 1920s speakeasy where something sinister is brewing beneath in “Spirits of the Coven”
      • swarms of revolting insects that have been unleashed in “Bugs: Eaten Alive”
      • the horrifying, legendary creature – the Chupacabra – while venturing through a colorful village in “Fiesta de Chupacabras”
      • treacherous monsters and fiends of all kinds that are hell bent on taking over and destroying the world in “Hellblock Horror”
      • undead fishermen in their watery graves in “Dead Man’s Pier: Winter’s Wake”
      • subway tunnels of an abandoned, toxic city where mutated humans are fighting for survival in “Descendants of Destruction”
    FIVE CHILLING SCARE ZONES
    Mobs of “scareactors” lurk in the fog to prey upon guests within five scare zones throughout the theme park where guests will:
    • face The Pumpkin Lord and all his devious subjects in “Horrors of Halloween”
    • narrowly escape scarecrows who will stop at nothing to harvest souls in “Scarecrow: The Reaping”
    • run for their lives from bloodthirsty trick-or-treaters during a terrifying 1950s Halloween parade-gone-wrong in “Sweet Revenge”
    • brave an ominous Halloween thunderstorm within a ghastly cemetery in “Graveyard: Deadly Unrest”
    • encounter an evil sorceress bringing forth an army of ravenous monstrosities in “Conjure the Dark”
    TWO LIVE SHOWS
    When guests need a breather from the terror, they can enjoy two new scary-good shows including:
    • Ghoulish! A Halloween Tale which follows the Grim Reaper on the undertaking of what happens beyond the grave as popular, eerily remixed music brings the waters of the Universal Studios lagoon to life
    • Halloween Nightmare Fuel Wildfire – a sequel to last year’s fan-favorite “Halloween Nightmare Fuel” – featuring a new Dreamer in the depths of a new nightmare set to a heart-pounding metal, rock and electronica soundtrack

    TOP TIPS TO EXPERIENCE UNIVERSAL ORLANDO’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS
    To help guests make the most of their experience at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, here are some of the top tips for planning a visit:
    1. Purchase tickets in advance as some event nights are already sold out.
    2. If you’re looking for less crowds, consider visiting on weeknights or early in September.
    3. The best way to experience Halloween Horror Nights is with a stay at a Universal hotel. Hotel guests receive loads of exclusive benefits like the opportunity to get to the scares faster with access to a dedicated entry gate for the event, and more.
    4. Keep the nightmares going with a selection of Frequent Fear Pass options that include the opportunity to experience the scares again and again.
    5. Take advantage of event upgrades to take the fear to the next level, including the guided Halloween Horror Nights R.I.P. Tour, which provides front-of-the line access to all haunted houses. The Halloween Horror Nights Express Pass is also available, which allows guests to skip the regular lines one time at all haunted houses, plus at participating rides and attractions.
    6. Another way to get to the scares faster is with a Scream Early Ticket. These ticketholders get access to Universal Studios Florida beginning at 3 p.m. to enjoy the theme park’s thrilling experiences. Then at 5 p.m., guests are placed in reserved Stay & Scream areas – so they’re already in the park when Halloween Horror Nights opens that evening.
    7. Download the Official Universal Orlando Resort App for maps, wait times, show times and more. The app also features a new Halloween Horror Nights Trivia game where guests race against the clock (and other players) coast-to-coast in an interactive, multi-level mobile experience inspired by some of this year’s haunts.
    For more information about Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights 2022 and additional Halloween experiences at the destination this fall - including the all-new limited-time "Universal Monsters: Gallery of Legends" experience at Universal's Cabana Bay Beach Resort - visit www.universalorlando.com/halloween.
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    SeaWorld San Diego Reveals All-New Details on Haunted Houses, scAREAs, Live Performance and Libations at Howl-O-Scream

    SeaWorld San Diego Unveils Highly Anticipated, Terrifying New Additions to Nighttime Howl-O-Scream Event

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    • Two ALL-NEW haunted houses, one new and one newly reimagined scare zone, and two new scAREAs bring new nightmares to the event’s second year
    • The event debuts an ALL-NEW heart-pounding marquee show sure to leave audiences terrifyingly entertained
    • Three ALL-NEW themed bars throughout the event will serve dangerously delicious cocktail options
    • San Diego’s premier Halloween nighttime event returns on select nights from September 16 through October 31
    • Scary good savings with tickets available at fifty percent off for a limited time

    SAN DIEGO, CA (September 2, 2022) – SeaWorld San Diego today announced the highly-anticipated new additions to Howl-O-Scream, the park’s separately ticketed nighttime Halloween event for mature audiences. The event is bringing even more nightmares to life with terrifyingly NEW Circus of the Damned and Area 64: Alien Outbreak haunted houses, Carnival of Chaos and Vampire UndergroundscAREAs, and Clown Gauntlet and Sea of Souls scare zones. Howl-O-Scream will also debut Darkness Falls, an ALL-NEW spectacularly dark and heart-pounding entertaining live performance show, and three new themed bars serving paranormally delicious cocktails.

    San Diego’s premier Halloween nighttime event returns to SeaWorld San Diego on select nights from September 16 through October 31. Howl-O-Scream is geared towards a mature audience and attendees can expect the unexpected with these new offerings appearing alongside with terrifying fan favorites from last year.

    Navigate Two ALL- NEW Horrifying Haunted Houses
    Fans of fear are challenged to go through all five haunted houses and survive the howls and screams from within. New additions to the event this year include two ALL-NEW haunted houses that will provide Howl-O-Scream guests with unexpected dismay and horror to navigate as they hide from outsiders from beyond and come face-to-face with freakish and creepy characters.

    In Circus of the Damned, guests will navigate what was once the greatest circus in the world before it collapsed under a power-hungry, evil ringmaster who cursed the circus and its performers for all eternity. Now seeking to restore his cursed circus to its former glory by cursing new performers, guests must escape the ringmaster and his condemned crew before it’s too late.

    Darkness and decay set the stage for guests who enter Area 64: Alien Outbreak. After they sneak through the fence and enter an abandoned government installation, they’ll face lethal security, mad scientists, and terrifying extraterrestrials who refuse to be contained.

    Guests will also find terrifying thrills and chills in the event’s three returning houses. Escape a deadly doctor and medical experiments gone wrong in Nightmare Experiment, Simon the Butcher and his knife-wielding crew at Simon’s Slaughterhouse, and the evil Swamp Witch and her vengeful spirits at Death Water Bayou.

    Discover the Horrors of NEW Scare Zones and ScAREAs
    With one ALL-NEW and one newly reimagined scare zones and two all-new scAREAs, guests will never know what immersive terror is lurking around every corner – or right behind them.

    Guests will face their childhood nightmares in theClown Gauntlet scare zone as they run from merciless clowns with chainsaws in hand. In the newly reimagined Sea of Souls zone, guests will encounter powerful, alluring sirens that will tempt them into a watery grave.

    Returning from last year, guests will also walk through pathways of creepy dolls at the Deadly Toys zone, undead evils at the Graveyard zone, a deadly legend at La Llorona zone and sinister monsters that lurk in the forest at The Hauntingszone.

    New this year, guests can press their luck in theCarnival of Chaos scAREA and evade the disgruntled carnies sideshow clowns, and specialty performers who haunt the midway and would kill to make it to the big time. In theVampire Underground scAREA, enter a nightclub where you can explore your deepest desires as humans and vampires peacefully co-exist… or can they? Attendees learn their fate while dancing amongst burlesque performers, incredible DJ’s and indulging in a sinfully delicious libation at the Blood Moon Bar.

    Indulge in NEW Frightful Drinks and Entertainment
    Three new themed bars, Toys N’ Tonic, Blood Moon Bar, and Big Top Drinks will be open throughout the park to serve guests dangerously delicious Halloween-themed drinks. They will join returning bars Simon’s Screamtorium, AmBARlance, and the Howl-O-Scream Bar, each located outside of the accompanying haunted house.

    The spectacularly dark and heart-pounding ALL-NEW live show, Darkness Falls is a chilling, suspenseful theatrical spectacle sure to haunt and thrill all who dare to take the ride. Mesmerizing performers and percussionists will lure guests into an intense journey through their wildest nightmares, while struggling with adversities and battles between good and evil!

    Scary Good Value on Tickets
    Howl-O-Scream is a separately ticketed nighttime event and the fall frights are inching closer. Those ready to brave them all can purchase tickets in advance at the lowest price. Save over 50% with Howl-O-Scream tickets as low as $39.99. Prices will rise as the event nears, so don’t wait!

    Family-Friendly Daytime Fun
    For a more light-hearted Halloween experience fit for the entire family, SeaWorld’s Spooktacular is back for daytime fun on Saturdays and Sundays from September 17 through October 31. Candy, costumes, and spooky fun will fill the days with daylight trick-or-treating for kids of all ages around the park, hay maze fun, dressing up in costumes and joining in the fun at Spooktacular Costume Party plus much more. Spooktacular is included with regular park admission.

    For more dreadful details follow Howl-O-Scream on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. For more information on Spooktacular and regular SeaWorld park hours, visitwww.SeaWorldSanDiego.com.

    Howl-O-Scream is intended for a mature audience. Howl-O-Scream 2022 is a separately ticketed nighttime event. No costumes are allowed.

    About SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc.
    SeaWorld 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 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 40,000 animals in need over the last 55 years. SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens®, Aquatica®, Sesame Place® and Sea Rescue®. Over its more than 55-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.
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    Secret Sips: EPIC Entertainment Group Partners with HUSH Haunted Attraction to Debut All-New Secret Bar Program

    3 Immersive Bars, 1 Haunted House, Endless Sips and Scares

    Tickets on Sale Now at HushHaunt.com
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    (Los Angeles, CA and Detroit, MI) – The esteemed and award-winning EPIC Entertainment Group is pleased to announce a partnership with HUSH Haunted Attractions to conjure up secret sips and scares for an all-new secret bar program with Michigan's very own award-winning haunted house. Hidden throughout the mysterious three-part haunted house, guests will fearfully uncover three secret bars including Voodoo Blues, Expedition Base Camp, and Von Rose Distillery.

    “We are so excited to work with the incredibly talented team at HUSH and bring new elements to the already award-winning haunt. A secret bar is the ultimate immersive experience. Access is granted only to those lucky enough to acquire a token,” hinted Steven Sheldon, EPIC Entertainment Group. “Select characters and crew members throughout the event possess the tokens for access. Follow the mystifying clues hinting about the access points, present a token, and you’re in.”

    Ticket holders are granted access to the secret bars through a branded token, which are acquired by interacting with monsters and characters, and also by looking for clues on social media. Guests that do not want to miss the secret bar experience can add-on to their tickets with the V.I.P. Bar Creep Pass (limited quantities available per night). For those select guests who are able to successfully decode the treachery and trickery laid upon them, HUSH’s secret bars will offer a small menu of spell-binding specialty cocktails and spooks. Guests must be 21+ years of age to enter secret bars.


    “With 2022 being our 10th season, we wanted to take the guest experience to the next level and fully immerse them into the creative world of HUSH Haunted Attraction,” shared Cody Bailey, HUSH Haunted Attraction CEO and Founder. “Having spent countless hours designing and building Michigan's first haunted attraction secret bar program in collaboration with the creative minds from EPIC Entertainment Group, we look forward to fulfilling our mission for excellence in experiential entertainment.”

    For those with more than just a hunger for horror, HUSH will also debut the all-new Legendary Axe, a one-of-a-kind axe throwing establishment with amazing food and beverage selections in a uniquely-themed environment. The menu includes foodie-favorites including super-sized bacon and cheddar Lumberjack Tots, exceptional Expedition Nachos, and kickin’ Korean Chikin Sliders. Legendary Axe will be open on select days throughout the five week run.


    Co-founded in 2016 by Charity Hill and Steve Sheldon, EPIC Entertainment Group is known as the mastermind behind some of the largest haunted attractions in the country, including Dark Horizon in Orlando and Dark Harbor at the Legendary Queen Mary in Long Beach, California – and recently as partners with Hersheypark in Hershey, Pennsylvania for Dark Nights. As a multifaceted live production company, EPIC operates world-class brands including Crayola, Hotel Del Coronado, NightGarden – Miami’s newest holiday light phenomenon, and is currently managing daily operations for the world-renowned Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden – one of the top-rated gardens in the country according to USA Today.

    HUSH Haunted Attraction will open for select dates September 30th through November 6th. General admission tickets start at $19.99 USD. For more details, tickets, and hours visit https://hushaunt.com/. For the inside scoop on all things EPIC, visit www.epicentertainmentgroup.com and follow on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.

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    ABOUT EPIC ENTERTAINMENT GROUP
    Founders Steve Sheldon and Charity Hill launched EPIC Entertainment Group in 2016. The company has been instrumental in leading the way for live event production, themed entertainment, location-based attractions, and brand activations. Epic Entertainment Group is a collective of innovative producers, experiential marketers, and creative designers whose sole mission is to produce unrivaled immersive experiences while having a kick-ass time doing it. This team of fine-tuned experienced architects execute every facet of development, production, operation, and integration with flawless precision for events of every scope and scale. For more info: www.epicentertainmentgroup.com.

    ABOUT HUSH HAUNTED ATTRACTION
    Hush Haunted Attraction is a Michigan staple haunted attraction that boasts 40,000 square feet of terror, three haunted houses, and what the creator claims has seven figures worth of set design improvements and animatronics. But unlike previous years, 2022 marks their 10-year anniversary, and the designers have made extensive renovations, which include the three secret bars that will be available for the first time.
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    Universal Orlando Resort Reveals Extensive, Sinfully-Delicious Menu for Halloween Horror Nights 2022

    UNIVERSAL ORLANDO RESORT’S HALLOWEEN HORROR NIGHTS 2022 CONCOCTS ITS MOST EXTENSIVE MENU IN EVENT HISTORY WITH MORE THAN 75 SINFULLY DELICIOUS ITEMS INSPIRED BY THIS YEAR’S HAUNTS

    Get a Taste of the World’s Premier Halloween Event with Uniquely Themed Food, Beverage and Treats within Halloween Horror Nights and Select Locations at Universal CityWalk and Universal’s Hotels
    ORLANDO, Fla. (August 30, 2022) – Universal Orlando Resort cooks up a “killer” menu this fall featuring more than 75 items inspired by the season and the macabre lineup of terror guests will brave at Halloween Horror Nights 2022. From themed food and beverage locations within the event filled with new treats and fan-favorites (pizza fries, anyone?) to tasty offerings with a horrifying twist at select CityWalk locations and Universal hotels, guests can fuel up for the fear with frighteningly good fare across the entire destination beginning September 2 through October 31.
    This year’s delectable menu was created by Universal Orlando’s award-winning executive chefs and culinary team and delivers the most expansive selection in Halloween Horror Nights history. As they navigate the world’s premier Halloween event, guests can satiate their appetite for fright with elevated, Halloween-inspired cuisine along with specialty items themed after the terrifying experiences invading this year’s event. Highlights include the “Save Your Tears” signature cocktail inspired by “The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare,” the “Maggot Covered Cheese Dog” inspired by the “Bugs: Eaten Alive” original haunted house and Halloween Horror Nights staples like Pizza Fries, Twisted Taters and more.
    Here are some of the items guests can sink their teeth into this fall at Universal Orlando Resort:
    The Menacing Menu of Halloween Horror Nights 2022
    While taking a break from the scares, guests can savor delicious delights that include the annual “must-eats,” new items inspired by this year’s sinister lineup, and appetizing, photo-worthy dishes created exclusively for the event. This year’s selection also includes a variety of gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options – so there’s something for every palate. Menu items include:
    • Major Sweets Ice Cream Sandwich (inspired by “Sweet Revenge” scare zone): Candy-corn sugar cookies filled with sweet corn ice cream (vegetarian)
    • Maggot Covered Cheese Dog (inspired by “Bugs: Eaten Alive” original haunted house): A Korean-style hot dog with fresh mozzarella, rolled in puffed rice, topped with gochujang drizzle and black sesame seeds
    • Save Your Tears Signature Cocktail (inspired by “The Weeknd: After Hours Nightmare” haunted house): This signature drink mixes bourbon, peach brandy, single-pressed lemon juice, agave nectar and bitters – topped with peach bursting boba and served in a souvenir cup
    • Lil’ Boo’s Spicy Pumpkin Bun (inspired by “Horrors of Halloween” scare zone): A steamed bun filled with spicy butternut squash influenced by the beloved Halloween Horror Nights character (vegetarian)
    • Garlic Philly Cheese “Stake”: Tender shaved beef served on a black hoagie slider roll with caramelized onions, peppers, sautéed mushrooms, muenster cheese sauce and roasted garlic aioli
    • Burning Skull: Includes tequila, lime juice, simple syrup, mango nectar, pineapple juice, smoked chili bitters, jalapeno and basil concentrate, shaken and served in a light-up molded skull cup
    • Día de los Muertos themed items: Includes offerings inspired by Latin flavors such as Tamales Día de los Muertos(gluten-free) – pork tamales topped with red mole sauce and cotija cheese; and Roasted Sweet Potato & Mushroom Street Tacos (vegan and gluten-free) – roasted sweet potato and mushroom tacos topped with onions, vegan crumbled cheese and cilantro; also served with birria consommé
    • Fried Zombie Brains: Fried cauliflower florets tossed in spicy gochujang sauce and garnished with toasted sesame seeds and scallions (vegan)
    • Petrified Rat Tails: Funnel fries with creamy crab dip, sliced scallions and seasoned with herbs and spices
    • Tombstone Red Velvet Cake Pop: A red velvet cake pop coated in buttercream on a bed of crushed chocolate cookie crumbs and garnished with white chocolate bones (vegetarian)
    • Pizza Skull: Pepperoni and cheese stuffed skulls served with a marinara dipping sauce
    • Returning fan-favorites:
      • Pizza Fries: Fries piled high with sausage, pepperoni, marinara sauce and loads of cheese. Also available this year are Vegan Pizza Fries – topped with marinara sauce, vegan cheese, vegan pepperoni and vegan sausage crumbles.
      • S’mores Fries: Sweet potato fries drizzled with melted chocolate, graham cracker crumbs and marshmallows
      • Traditional Twisted Taters (vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options): Fried spiralized ribbon potato thinly sliced and skewered with season salt, garlic parmesan, sour cream & chives, or ghost pepper seasoning options. Guests can also enjoy the variations Blood ‘n Guts Twisted Tater - smothered with chili and roasted red pepper queso; and Fiery Twisted Tater with Queso (vegetarian) – complete with white cheese sauce and sprinkled with flaming hot crunchy cheese puffs, and ghost pepper seasoning
    Themed Treats at Universal CityWalk and Universal Orlando’s Hotels
    The taste of Halloween Horror Nights will bleed into select venues at Universal CityWalk and Universal’s hotels, which will also feature menu selections inspired by the season. At Universal CityWalk, guests can indulge in the new Black Magic Milkshake (gluten-free) at The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium & Savory Feast Kitchen, featuring pumpkin dulce de leche ice cream with a hazelnut-and-tombstone-sprinkled rim – topped with a cauldron filled with gummy “severed body parts” over whipped flames. Also, the Red Coconut Club will transform to the Dead Coconut Club this fall as it dons a new theme and menu highlighting the Universal Monsters.
    Plus, all eight Universal hotels will offer Universal Monsters-themed drinks, including The Mummy(vodka, blueberry-flavored energy drink, blue Caribbean liqueur, simple syrup, and lemon juice), The Wolf Man (whiskey, black raspberry-flavored liquor, and pineapple juice) and Dracula(tequila and Bloody Mary mix garnished with olives and celery). And for the first time ever, the Sunset Lounge at Universal’s Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites will become a Halloween paradise featuring a unique mix of décor that blends traditional Halloween and tropical beach items.
    Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights begins this Friday, September 2 and runs select nights through Monday, October 31 – unleashing 10 movie-quality haunted houses inspired by everything from pop culture and cinematic greats to unfathomable original abominations, five scare zones filled with hordes of gruesome creatures, and two outrageous live shows that will showcase compelling performances. Guests can also stock up on a variety of new merchandise to commemorate the scares they faced at Halloween Horror Nights – including apparel, hats, backpacks, collectibles and more themed after this year’s collection of horror – and enjoy Universal Studios’ most exhilarating attractions.
    All tickets for Halloween Horror Nights are on sale now. Due to popular demand, event nights are expected to sell out and tickets should be purchased in advance. Those looking for more room to escape the horrors of the event are encouraged to visit on weeknights or in early September. Guests can also take advantage of scary good rates on hotels and vacation packages to enjoy Halloween Horror Nights and limited-time Halloween experiences at Universal’s hotels. For more information about all the experiences available at Universal Orlando’s Halloween Horror Nights, visit www.universalorlando.com/halloween.
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    Six Flags Magic Mountain Announces 2022 Fall And 2023 Special Events Lineup

    Return of the Popular Dining and Membership Programs Offer Thrills for All Ages
    LOS ANGELES, Calif. — August 30, 2022 — Six Flags Magic Mountain, the undisputed “Thrill Capital of the World,” today announced a new thrilling lineup of special events for Fall 2022 and the 2023 season, plus the return of the guest favorite dining pass and membership programs. In addition to the park’s world-record 20 coasters, plus over 100 games and attractions for thrill-seekers of all ages, returning guest favorite events and new offerings create endless opportunities for fun all year long.
    Fall 2022 events and offers include:
    • NEW – Coca-Cola® Dreamworld Experience (Weekends through September 5) – Six Flags and Coca-Cola present the launch of a new multi-platform Dreamworld Arcade to help inspire park guests to discover the magic of dreaming through a whimsical digital experience. The experience, as well as Coca-Cola’s limited-edition Dreamworld beverage, will be available at the park during this event;​
    • NEW – Tailgate Weekends (Weekends through February 12) – Catch your favorite college and professional football games at the Full Throttle Sports Bar and METRO PARK™ Pub. Indulge in game-day food and drink specials, and more;
    • Fright Fest presented by SNICKERS® (Select nights September 10 – October 31) – One of Los Angeles’ scariest Halloween events returns with a new bone-chilling lineup of 14 terrifying attractions including a new haunted maze, two new dare-to-enter scare zones, an eerie new show, and all-new haunted happy hour experience. Plus, face your fears in total darkness on some of the park’s most popular monster coasters…without the lights;
    • NEW – Kid’s Boo Fest (Select days September 10 – October 31) – A frightfully fun daytime Trick-or-Treat trail, located in Bugs Bunny World, provides families with a not-so-scary Halloween experience;
    • NEW – Oktoberfest (Select days September 10 – October 31) – Join in the festivities with this Fall’s selection of craft and seasonal beers, delicious German fare, themed music and activities;
    • NEW – Veterans Day Celebration (November 11 – November 13) – Join us as we honor and celebrate veterans who have served and made sacrifices for our country through ceremonies and military presentations;
    • Holiday in the Park (Select evenings November 24 – January 1) – Six Flags Magic Mountain transforms into a magical winter wonderland featuring over two million twinkling lights, holiday-themed areas throughout the park, meet and greets with Santa, and festive food and treats; and
    • NEW – Merry Marketplace (Select evenings November 24 – January 1) – Find the perfect gift for the holiday season. Encounter festive foods, handcrafted wares, and more while surrounded by fanciful décor.

    For the 2023 season, Six Flags Magic Mountain will be offering several new events throughout the year for revelers of all ages. The wide variety of events features everything from family-friendly fun to the perfect foodie paradise.  New events and celebrations include Lunar New Year, Mardi Gras, Cinco de Mayo, Six Flags Pride, Celebrate America and many more. Visit sixflags.com/magicmountain for more details.

    The popular Seasonal Dining Pass is back! The re-launched dining program offer guests with a Seasonal Pass or Membership a convenient way to fuel up for their day. The Seasonal Dining Pass allows up to two meals per visit with a 3-hour window between meals. And those who purchase their pass or membership by September 5, 2022 will receive a 10% discount off the new Seasonal Dining Pass as well as FREE drinks for the rest of the 2022 Season. For complete details and a full list of benefits, visit sixflags.com/magicmountain or use the Six Flags App.

    Membership returns with three tiers of benefits! The Gold Thrill Seeker includes admission to Six Flags Magic Mountain plus parking and in-park benefits. The Platinum Thrill Seeker levels up and is ideal for guests that like to visit multiple Six Flags venues, including Hurricane Harbor and other outdoor properties. The Diamond Thrill Seeker is the best value with the best benefits; it includes all of the advantages of Platinum, plus deeper discounts on food and merchandise, extra discounted tickets for friends, and more skip-the-line passes! Best of all, there are no block out dates! Guests may also select the flexible payment plan for the Thrill Seeker annual memberships. Six Flags also offers a Seasonal Pass for frequent home park only visitation.
    Six Flags Pass Program:
    • Seasonal Pass
      • Provides admission to Six Flags Magic Mountain for the rest of 2022 through Labor Day 2023 for only $99.99
    • Gold Thrill Seeker Annual Membership includes:
      • Admission to Six Flags Magic Mountain for one year beginning on date of purchase
      • General parking
      • 10% discount on most food and retail items
      • One skip-the-line pass
      • Two specialty rate friend tickets
      • Only $9.99 per month after initial payment of $65.11
    • Platinum Thrill Seeker Annual Membership includes:
      • Admission Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor LA, plus all other Six Flags outdoor parks for one year beginning on date of purchase
      • Preferred parking
      • 15% discount on most food and retail items
      • Two skip-the-line passes
      • Five specialty rate friend tickets
      • $25 attractions credit
      • Only $12.99 per month after initial payment of $82.11
    • Diamond Thrill Seeker Annual Membership includes:
      • Admission to Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor LA, plus all other Six Flags outdoor parks for one year beginning on date of purchase
      • Front gate parking
      • 20% discount on most food and retail items
      • Five skip-the-line passes
      • Ten specialty rate friend tickets
      • One digital ride photo
      • $50 attractions credit
      • 50% off the All-Season THE FLASH Pass
      • Only $19.99 per month after initial payment of $100.11

    Pass details can be found at sixflags.com/magicmountain.

    Six Flags Jobs
    Six Flags Magic Mountain is currently hiring for a variety of positions including Fright Fest ghouls, security, rides, food and beverage, and more. Team members receive in-park discounts, rewards and recognitions, exclusive Team Member events, and flexible scheduling.  Applicants, age 16 and older, can apply online at www.sixflags.com/magicmountain/jobs.
    About Six Flags Magic Mountain and Hurricane Harbor
    Six Flags Magic Mountain, known as the Thrill Capital of the World, boasts more roller coasters than any other theme park on the planet and is home to more than 100 rides, shows, and attractions for thrill-seekers of all ages. Right next door, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor features over 25 slides and attractions for water park lovers of all ages in a tropically themed paradise. www.sixflags.com/magicmountain

    About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
    Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of water parks in North America, with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 60 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com. 
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    CARNIVAL LUMINOSA OPENS FOR SALE AS THE NEWEST FUN SHIP PREPARES TO JOIN THE CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE FLEET

    Now Accepting Reservations for Australia and Alaska Sailings
    from Nov. 6, 2022 through April 2024
    ​MIAMI, Aug. 24, 2022 – Carnival Cruise Line announced today that reservations are open for the inaugural season of its newest ship Carnival Luminosa which will debut from Brisbane, Australia Nov. 6, 2022 before repositioning for seasonal service from Seattle to Alaska next May.

    When Carnival Luminosa arrives to Australia in just three short months, it will be the latest Carnival ship to be adorned with the stunning new livery that was introduced on Mardi Gras in 2021 and has been added to half the Carnival fleet, with the red, white and blue hues long associated with Carnival Cruise Line. The ship will also boast a vintage funnel design reminiscent of the funnels on Carnival’s original ships like Mardi Gras, Carnivale and Festivale.

    “We couldn’t be prouder to welcome Carnival Luminosa to our fleet and to start our highly anticipated sailings from Brisbane followed by unique bucket-list itineraries in Alaska,” said Christine Duffy, president of Carnival Cruise Line. “To truly make Luminosa feel part of the Carnival Cruise Line family, we are adding our beautiful new livery to her hull, of course, and are keeping her throwback funnel design that once adorned some of our most iconic earlier vessels. We’ll be adding some Carnival features in the upcoming dry dock and adapting some existing features to align with Carnival’s casual style, but ultimately, our crew will make everyone feel right at home as soon as they join the ship.”

    Carnival Luminosa will be home to many of the activities and experiences from other Carnival ships that guests have come to know and love as well as some new spaces.

    Featuring guest favorites from entertainment, youth, and spa, to casino, bars and dining, offerings will include Playlist Productions, The Punchliner Comedy Club, Limelight Lounge, Piano Bar 88, Alchemy Bar, RedFrog Rum Bar, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Chef’s Table, Bonsai Sushi Express, Seaday Brunch, Serenity Adult-Only Retreat, and Cloud 9 Spa, among others.

    For more information on Carnival Luminosa’s onboard offerings, visit here.
     
    Itineraries for Inaugural Season
                As she opens for booking, Carnival Luminosa will sail a variety of seasonal itineraries from Brisbane from Nov. 6, 2022 to April 13, 2023, offering something for everyone; including, three- and four-day cruises to popular Australian ports for a brief holiday; six- and seven-day Great Barrier Reef and South Pacific sailings; longer eight- to 11-day voyages to top destinations like Noumea and Lifou Isle in New Caledonia, Port Vila and Mystery Island in Vanuatu, and Papua New Guinea, Fiji, and New Zealand; as well as a Carnival Journeys transpacific voyage as Luminosa repositions to Seattle, stopping in Tahiti, Polynesia, among other stunning sites.

    From Seattle, Carnival Luminosa will sail a four-month Alaska schedule with 17 seven-day sailings as well as six- and eight-day sailings to port favorites such as Juneau, Ketchikan, Sitka, Skagway, Icy Strait Point, and the scenic cruising of Tracy Arm Fjord. Completing its season in Alaska, Carnival Luminosa will operate another transpacific voyage back to Brisbane, stopping in exotic, first-time-for-Carnival destinations, including Kushiro, Aomori, Tokyo, Hiroshima and Nagasaki in Japan, as well as Puerto Princesa, Philippines and Bitung, Indonesia.

    Full details on Carnival Luminosa’s itineraries can be found here. Among the many exciting and fun-filled itineraries to choose from:
    • 7-day Alaska sailing from Seattle (7/20/2023) – Juneau, Alaska; Haines, Alaska; Tracy Arm Fjord, Alaska; and Victoria, BC, Canada.
    • 11-day Carnival Journeys Papua New Guinea sailing from Brisbane (11/19/2023) – Conflict Islands; Alotau, Papua New Guinea; Rabaul, Papua New Guinea; and Kiriwina Island.
    • 22-day Carnival Journeys Transpacific sailing to Seattle from Brisbane (4/13/2023) – Noumea, New Caledonia; Suva, Fiji Islands; Papeete (Tahiti), Polynesia; Moorea (Tahiti), Polynesia; and Honolulu, Hawaii.
    • 30-day Carnival Journeys Transpacific sailing to Brisbane from Seattle (9/14/2023) – Ketchikan, Alaska; Icy Strait Point, Alaska; Hubbard Glacier, Alaska; Kushiro, Japan; Aomori, Japan; Tokyo, Japan; Hiroshima, Japan; Nagasaki, Japan; Puerto Princesa, Philippines; and Bitung, Indonesia.
               
    Additional Information and Reservations
    Carnival Luminosa is a sister ship to the four other Spirit-class ships that are already popular among Carnival guests. More details are to be revealed about Carnival Luminosa’s dry dock and the reimagination of the ship as it continues to change over from Costa to Carnival ahead of its November service start up.
    For additional information on Carnival Cruise Line and to book a cruise vacation on Carnival Luminosa now, call 1-800-CARNIVAL, visit www.carnival.com, or contact your favorite travel advisor or online travel site.
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    ABOUT CARNIVAL CRUISE LINE
    Carnival Cruise Line, part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL; NYSE: CUK), is proud to be known as America's Cruise Line.  Since its founding in 1972, Carnival has continually revolutionized the cruise sector, making a cruise vacation an affordable and popular option for millions of guests.  Carnival operates from 14 U.S. homeports and employs more than 40,000 team members representing 120 nationalities. Carnival’s newest ship, Mardi Gras, featuring the first roller coaster at sea, is the first cruise ship in the Americas powered by eco-friendly Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG).  Carnival returns to Australia in October 2022 and will welcome four additional ships over the next two years, including Carnival Celebration, which arrives to Miami in November to close out Carnival’s 50th birthday festivities.