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The new sound-and-light show, which lasts 15 minutes, takes place along the lagoon formed by the Discovery River. Rivers of Light is rich in symbolism and conveys the story of the relationship of humans, animals, and the forces of nature on our planet. The show features 11 floats, including two carrying storytellers. But do not expect a narrative, a plot, or

The oldest hotel in Las Vegas, the Golden Gate Hotel is a vintage property with an even more vintage casino. Retaining its historical flavor while undergoing an update, the casino has been enlarged and a five-story wing has been added at the south end. While the main pedestrian entrance remains on the Fremont Street Experience, the south side now sports a porte cochere facing Carson Street. The

Michelle and Jane, a.k.a. The Disney Dream Girls, enlisted the help of Tiffany Clontz to report on the recently opened Red Rose Taverne at Disneyland. Today they share their findings and pictures with us. As a limited-time magic experience, the Village Haus counter service in Disneyland has been transformed into a Beauty and The Beast-inspired eatery called The Red Rose Taverne.

On any given night at the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, you might see the resident National Symphony Orchestra in the 2,500-seat Concert Hall; a straight drama or classic farce in the 1,200-seat Eisenhower Theater; and a Broadway musical, Kabuki spectacular, or big name ballet company in the 2,300-seat Opera House (that is, when the Washington Opera is not in residence). Philip Johnson’s steeply

Bob Sehlinger, coauthor of The Unofficial Guide to Walt Disney World and Beyond Disney: The Unofficial Guide to SeaWorld, Universal Orlando, & the Best of Central Florida, shares with us his top 16 Central Florida roller coasters. 1. MANTA, SEAWORLD There are coasters you barely survive and coasters you savor. Manta is clearly among the latter: a super smooth experience that leaves you grinning from