Larry Heath

1 week ago | theaureview.com | Larry Heath

It was revealed today that Disney Parks and Resorts have secured a deal to launch a Disneyland Theme Park in their 5th international location. Sadly, while it’s not Australia, there are direct flights from Australia to the new destination. The location will be on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, in the UAE, which is serviced by direct flights to Australia thanks to Etihad Airways. The 25 square kilometer manmade island serves as the natural choice for the region, with Ferrari World, Warner Bros.

3 weeks ago | theaureview.com | Larry Heath

Located just two hours south of Toronto, Canada, where the Buffalo River meets Lake Erie, Buffalo, New York is a city with one of the most fascinating histories in North America. It’s a place that has seen its share of turbulence. In the early 1900s, it was the 9th most populous city in the USA. It was also the wealthiest place in the United States, sitting as the home of more millionaires than anywhere else in the country.

1 month ago | theaureview.com | Larry Heath

Disney may have chosen France over the United Kingdom all those years ago, but now the UK has won the latest Theme Park battle: getting the European continent’s first Universal Studios Theme Park. According to the BBC, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has confirmed the long rumoured plans, hosting a press conference earlier today with Comcast Corporation President Mike Cavanagh. Alongside the announcement came a few pieces of information, and the first concept art for the park. Here’s what we know.

1 month ago | theaureview.com | Larry Heath

While we’re all still reeling from The White Lotus finale in Thailand, I wanted to take us back to those beautiful vibes in Hawaii from season one. But we won’t be travelling to the same island where they filmed (Maui), rather to the fourth largest island in Hawaii, also known as “The Garden Isle”. At the very end of last year, I was able to stay at one of the most stunning resorts in the U.S. State, on the Island of Kaua’i.

1 month ago | theaureview.com | Larry Heath

In 2004, actor Zach Braff, best known for fronting the TV sitcom Scrubs, released his debut feature film Garden State to critical acclaim. The film – that co-starred Natalie Portman, Peter Sarsgaard, the late great Ian Holm, and many others – was praised for its script (penned by Braff), editing, endearing performances and an incredible, Grammy award-winning soundtrack. It was as integral a soundtrack as you’ll find from the era.