6. The LEGO Movie World to Open March 27 at LEGOLAND Florida 

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It was announced this week that the LEGO Movie World at LEGOLAND Florida was set to open on March 27th. This latest expansion features three new rides and numerous attractions, all inspired by the characters and themes of the The LEGO Movie franchise:

• Masters of Flight takes guests on a suspended ride aboard Emmet’s Triple Decker Couch surrounded by a full-dome virtual screen, giving the sensational feeling of flying through a world created completely from LEGO bricks. The attraction is the first in the world at a major theme park that embeds a 180-degree turn in the ride experience. The ride animation will feature a humorous and magical adventure as guests soar through Cloud Cuckoo Land, dive to Middle Zealand and splash down on the waters of Pirate’s Cove.
• Unikitty’s Disco Drop takes guests through a rainbow-filled journey based on Unikitty and her many moods. Once on the ride, guests will swoop to the tiptop of Cloud Cuckoo Land, then drop, spin and bounce back down to earth, creating a thrilling and frenzied experience.
• At Battle of Bricksburg, the only water ride in The LEGO Movie World, riders are challenged to stop DUPLO aliens from invading and stealing LEGO bricks by spraying water at targets from their boats. The riders aren’t the only ones who can enjoy playing in the water, outside of the ride will be water cannons for guests to spray and help the riders save the day.

7. Pirate Party weekends kick off next week at Busch Gardens Tampa 

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From February 2-10 on Saturdays & Sundays at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, young guests can enjoy Pirate Party weekends, which will include