"Two young wolves at opposite ends of their pack's social order are thrown together into a foreign land and need each other to return home, but love complicates everything." - Source: www.imdb.com
Green Lantern (June 2011 USA)
"Based on the popular DC Super Hero "Green Lantern" stars Ryan Reynolds in the title role as the newest member of the Green Lantern Corps. Each Green Lantern wears a ring that grants him superpowers, but when a new enemy threatens to destory the balance of power in the Universe, their fate, and the fate of the Earth, lies in the hands of their newest recruit, the first human ever selected : Hal Jordan" - Source: www.comingsoon.net
Captain America (July 2011 USA)
"Captain America: The First Avenger will focus on the early days of the Marvel Universe when Steve Rogers volunteers to participate in an experimental program that turns him into the Super Solider known as Captain America" - Source: www.comingsoon.net
Megamind (December 2010)
"Megamind is the most brilliant super villian the world has ever known...and the least successful. Over the years, he has tried to conquer Metro City in every imaginable way - Each attempt, a colossal failure thanks to the caped superhero known as Metro Man, until the day Megamind actually defeats him in the throes of one of his botched evil plans. Suddenly, the fate of Metro City is threatened when a new villian arrives and chaos runs rampant, leaving everyone to wonder: Can the worlds biggest mind - actually be the one to save the day?" - Source: www.dreamworksanimation.com
Doctor Who Live - The Monsters Are Coming!
"Taking in nine cities and 25 dates, Doctor Who Live kicks off in London at Wembley Arena on the 8th October 2010, and will visit Sheffield, Glasgow, Birmingham, Manchester, Nottingham, Cardiff and Liverpool, culminating in Belfast on the 7th November...Opening in wartime London and concluding in an epic onstage battle, audiences should expect the unexpected as the The Doctor's arch enemies the Daleks are joined by some of the best-loved and most terrifying monsters from the TV series including the Cybdermen, Weeping Angels, Juddoon, and Oods to name but a few. With an out-of-this-world set, Doctor Who Live will feature special FX, optical illusions and spectacular pyrotechnics building to an epic finale...." - Source: www.doctorwholive.com
Toy Story Playland - Disneyland Paris
"Toy Story Playland has the biggest new family attractions. They're GIANT - when you're shrunk to the size of a toy! Located in the Walt Disney Studios Park, join the toys for playtime in Andy's backyard where everyone can explore this oversized world with its three larger-than-life rides - Toy Soliders Parachute Drop, Slinky Dog, Zig Zag Spin and RC Racer." - Source: www.visitdisneylandparis.com
Disney's California Adventure's "World of Color"
"Disney characters and music will flood your senses and take you on a journey through animated classics like Alice in Wonderland, The Lion King, Pocahontas, Toy Story and Wall-E, and the up and coming The Princess and the Frog...The thrilling production utilises over 1,800 fountains, that shoot water over 200 feet high - as it creates a magical realm of soaring music, dazzling colour, exciting animation,and stunning special effects..." - Source: www.disneyland.disney.go.com
"DreamWorks Animation has announced plans for 'Kung Fu Panda' sequel in 2011, with filming starting in 2009.The Sequel will follow Po, the world's biggest kung fu fan, as he continues his journey as the chosen one who fulfills an ancient prophesy while mastering the art of kung fu...The sequel will once again star Jack Blackand Angelina Jolie..." - Source: www.dreamworksanimation.com
Legoland Windsor
"Legoland Windsor is a child-oriented theme park, themed around the Lego toy system. The park opened in 1996 on the site of the old Windsor Safari Park. In common with the other Legolands, the park's attractions consist of a mixture of Lego themed rides, Lego models, and Lego building workshops." - Source [1]
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"Legoland Windsor is a child-oriented theme park, themed around the Lego toy system. The park opened in 1996 on the site of the old Windsor Safari Park. In common with the other Legolands, the park's attractions consist of a mixture of Lego themed rides, Lego models, and Lego building workshops." - Source [1]
Legoland Windsor is split into several separate themed areas:
Beginning
"This is where visitors begin their journey" - Source [1]
- "The Creation Centre - Children can watch the Legoland model makers build their models." - Source [1]
-"Hill Train - A funicular railway, the train travels down a curved slope, connecting The Beginning with the Wild Woods area." - Source [1]
Imagination Centre
"This is the site of of the park's educational workshops." - Source [1]
- "Build & Test Workshops - areas filled with Duplo and Lego" - Source [1]
- "Lego Mindstorms Workshop - where visitors are taught how to use Lego Mindstorms NXT robotic products." - Source [1]
- "Robolab Workshop - teaches different building technoques." - Source [1]
- "Space Tower Ride - guests can pull themselves up a tower, and gently decend." - Source [1]
-"Extreme Team Challenge - a pair of 100m water slides which guests ride down in rubber dinghies raching speeds of 35mph." - Source [1]
- Duplo Playground
- "Waterworks - Duplo Train, Duplo Theatre, fountains, water cannons, and other water play items," - Source [1]
Traffic
"This area is themed around transport." - Source [1]
- "Driving School - children can drive around a track with traffic lights and road signs, and receive a legoland driving licence." - Source [1]
- "Boating School - children take control of boats around a watercourse." - Source [1]
- "Balloon School - Visitors can take 40ft ride into the sky in a mock hot air balloon, and enjoy great views of Legoland." - Source [1]
- "Fire Academy - is a ride for groups of 2-4. Guests board a 'fire engine', which they must power to a mock-up of a burning building, where they pump water cannons before returning to the start." - Source [1]
LEGO City
- "Lego City is a mock-up of a small Lego town." - Source [1]
- "Lego City Harbour - a set with live stun shows" - Source [1]
- "Orient Expedition - a train that takes visitors around Lego City, Traffic and Adventure Land." - Source [1]
Obi-Wanna Bes' Learn the Ways of the Force "Jedi Training Academy. Young Jedi hopefuls (Padawans) learn lightsaber moves from the Jedi Master before facing off in a final test against the eveil Darth Vader..." - Source: www.wdwnews.com
Walt Disney Studios Plans 10 New Animated Movies "The Walt Disney Studios unveiled a diverse and ambitious slate of 10 new animated feature films from Walt Disney and Pixar Animation Studios to be released through the year 2012...The line-up includes new films from Disney and Pixar:" - Source[1]
WALL-E - "What if mankind had to leave Earth and someone forgot to turn off the last robot?...After hundreds of years meets a sleek search robot named EVE. EVE realises that WALL-E has stumbled upon the key to the planet's future. EVE races back to report her findings followed by WALL-E..." - Source[1]
Bolt -"Super-dog Bolt, star of a hot TV show is accidentally shipped from Hollywood to New York, and begins his biggest adventure..." - Source[1]
Up - "Carl Fredricksen spent his entire life dreaming of exploring the globe, but at 78, life seems to have passed him by, until a twist of fate gives him a new lease of life..." - Source[1]
The Princess and the Frog - "a love story using traditional animation" - Source[1]
Toy Story 3
Rapunzel
Newt - "What happens when the last remaining male and female blue-footed newts on the planets are forced together by science to save the species, and they can't stand each other?" - Source[1]
The Bear and the Bow - "The impetuous, tangle-haired Merida, though a daughter of royalty, would prefer to make her mark as a great archer. A clash of wills causes Merida to unleash unintended perils..." - Source[1]
Cars 2
King of the Elves - "An average man living in the Mississippi Delta, whose reluctant actions to help a desperate band of elves leads them to name him their new king..." - Source[1]
Disneyland Resort Paris is a holiday and recreation resort situated 20 miles from the centre of Paris, near the town of Marne-la-Vallee. This location was carefully selected because it was "... estimated to be no more than a four hour drive for 68 million people and no more than a two hour flight for a further 300 million people" - Source [1]
The Resort comprises:
Disneyland Park
" The Disneyland Park covers 140 acres, and consists of five 'lands...' - Source [1]. There are five main themes:
Main Street USA - Small town USA circa 1900s
Adventureland - Pirates, Indiana Jones, Swiss Family Robinson
"The Walt Disney Studios Park is Disney's second theme park, and is based on show business and the film industry" - Source [1] There are four main themes:
Toon Studios - Crush's Coaster, Cars Race Rally, Art of Disney + more
Front Lot - you are on a movie set, with all the props, sets and lights
Back Lot - car stunts, Armageddon Special Effects, Roll n Roll Coaster Ride
"The Disney Village Entertainment District, comprises a variety of restaurants, bars, shops and other venues, and stays open after the parks close." Source [1]
Live music - Billy Bob's *
Wild shows *
Dancing - Hurricanes Nightclub *
Cinemas - Imax and Gaumont Multiplex *
Concerts *
Street Artists *
Games Arcade *
PanoraMagique Ballon - rise 100 metres above the ground *
Outside the Resort there is a large shopping mall within 5 minutes drive.
Val d'Europe is a large shopping centre comprising over a 100 stores, a hyper market, and 20 restaurants. Outside the shopping centre, the La Vallee Shopping Village specialises in discounted designer clothing. The Village comprises some 70 outlets. Visitors may wish to visit the visitor centre, to see if there are any special offers - Source: www.dlp.info
Warwick Ghosts – Alive Every day until 25th November
"The most famous of Warwick Castle’s ghosts is Sir Fulke Greville, who haunts the Watergate Tower, now known as the Ghost Tower, after being brutally stabbed to death by his manservant in 1628." - Source: www.warwick-castle.co.uk - Press Release - 14.11.2007
"Nearly 400 years after his murder, the Ghost Tower is transformed into a chilling live-action spook experience. Using a mix of live actors, sound, visual and lighting effects it literally brings the true story of Warwick’s most famous ghost to life as the tale of Sir Fulke Greville’s murder is recreated." - Source: www.warwick-castle.co.uk - Press Release - 14.11.2007
"Experience an evening full of Food, wine, festivities and fantastic
themed entertainment - all in the unrivalled surroundings of Warwick Castle. Return to mediaeval England and enjoy authentic music and revelry at the Kingmaker's Feast or ...the Highwayman's Supper." - Source: www.warwick-castle.co.uk
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The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
"More than five years in the making, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has become the most highly anticipated entertainment experience of 2010. The Harry Potter books and films have captured the hearts and minds of millions - and now, guests can experience the adventure first-hand at Universal Orlando Resort." - Source: www.media.universalorlando.com
"The spectacularly themed area, inspired by J.K. Rowling's compelling stories and characters, features multiple themed attractions, shops and a restaurant - all faithful to the books and films...Visitors to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be swept into the adventures of Harry Potter. They will tour Hogwarts castle, shop in Hogsmeade and dine in the Three Broomsticks." - Source: www.media.universalorlando.com
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Other adventures will allow them to fly with Harry, ride on a dragon, sample Butterbeer, eat exploding sweets - and experience all the magic and adventure of the Harry Potter books and films..." - Source: www.media.universalorlando.com
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