This week we have a very special episode of The Attractions Podcast, live from Walt Disney World. Join our hosts, Seth Kubersky and Carly Caramanna, as they interview a series of Disney cast members about what Disney is calling the "Coolest Summer Ever," with tips, attraction details, and more.

We speak with:

• Helenn Kikendall talks about must-do thrill rides at Walt Disney World this summer
• Charis Edmond tells how to live your favorite movies and stories this summer at Walt Disney World
• PlanDisney Panelist Ana Ricalde gives her top theme park tips from Walt Disney World
• Eastan Kidd gives her top 4 reasons to visit Walt Disney World this summer

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Join Attractions Magazine contributing writers and correspondents as they bring you news and discussion about all things themed entertainment and parks, including Disney, Universal Studios and beyond on The Attractions Podcast.

Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• Walt Disney World’s new 2pm ticket might be the easiest way to do the parks this summer
• New Universal Orlando land clearing near Epic Universe prompts bigger questions
• Star Wars weddings in Las Vegas go into hyperspace for May the Fourth
• Universal. reveals new ‘Harry Potter’ Forbidden Forest attraction coming to Fan Fest

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event announces ticket sale dates, a new class of Disney Legends, and more!
• Disney limiting Disney Springs bus riders during busy times
• Universal Orlando survey explores how Epic Universe could be added to annual passes
• DOJ lawsuit against SeaWorld could reshape theme park accessibility policies
• Review of Disney’s newest (named) theme park: Disney Adventure World

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• Disney’s new CEO unveils cruise ship ‘Disney Believe’ and bold future vision
• First Look: Grand Floridian’s tea experience is finally back, but with an Alice In Wonderland twist
• (REVIEW) I playtested the updated Buzz Lightyear ride — here’s what surprised me
• Six Flags Great America 50th anniversary to feature new nighttime spectacular, parade, and more
• Minecraft World: First-ever Minecraft theme park land coming in 2027
• Jack is back, and so is Oddfellow, as Halloween Horror Nights 2026 reveals details for 35th anniversary

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• Imagineers say Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin ride redo will be an evolution, not a revolution
• Bluey attractions opening dates revealed for Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disneyland
• Carowinds 2026 special events calendar brings back The Conjuring for spring break, plus a new summer parade
• Sesame Street parent company sues to be removed from SeaWorld and Busch Gardens theme parks
• Universal Fan Fest Nights 2026 Guide: Experiences, tickets, and dates

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift vehicles revealed and launched
• Universal theme parks celebrate Super Mario Galaxy Movie with merchandise, photo opps, and meeting Yoshi
• Six Flags to sell seven of its parks
• First Look onboard Disney Adventure, Disney’s newest cruise ship

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• First ‘Shrek’ ride in the United States opening at new Universal theme park
• Universal’s first ‘SpongeBob Squarepants’ land | Rides, concept art
• Universal’s new ‘Jurassic World’ theme park land | Rides, concept art
• Legoland’s Galacticoaster is like Cosmic Rewind for kids | Review
• High-concept character meet & greet edutainment coming to Walt Disney World in 2026
• Olaf animatronic coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios

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Topics of conversation on this week’s episode of The Attractions Podcast:

• Six Flags to ‘rethink’ holiday events strategy
• Timeline changes for ‘Monsters, Inc.’ ride permanently closing for ‘Avatar’ at Disney California Adventure
• Universal revises statement about Epic Universe ‘expanding’
• Luke Combs club coming to Universal CityWalk waterfront | Timeline, location
• Dollywood one-day-only themed experience coming to Orlando
• Disney Lakeshore Lodge opening in 2027 on former River Country site

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