Comcast 's (NASDAQ: CMCSA) Universal Orlando is going to have a big head start on its larger rival when it comes to using new rides to attract theme park visitors in 2021. Universal Orlando announced an opening date on Tuesday for the VelociCoaster, a highly anticipated Jurassic Park -themed coaster coming to the resort's Islands of Adventure park in central Florida. The new thrill ride will officially open on June 10.
A few minutes away, Walt Disney (NYSE: DIS) is milking its pipeline of upcoming Disney World attractions. Remy's Ratatuoille Adventure -- a trackless family-friendly ride based on Pixar's Ratatouille -- was supposed to open last summer. Last month Disney said it won't open until Oct. 1 . It's not necessarily a surprising move by Disney, as that happens to be the day that its massive Florida resort turns 50. However, it's great news for Comcast as it hopes to have a leg up on the House of Mouse in drawing guests seeking new ride experiences this summer.
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