CARLSBAD, Calif. (Jan. 13, 2009) – LEGOLAND® California proves to be the perfect place for single dad Jason Mesnick to take his date in an upcoming episode of “The Bachelor” airing January 19, 2009, on ABC.
This is the first time the family theme park in Carlsbad opened its gates privately to allow Mesnick, Stephanie and her daughter, Sophia, to enjoy the more than 50 rides, shows and attractions featured at LEGOLAND California. The three enjoyed riding Coastersaurus, Fun Town Fire Academy, Skipper School, Captain Cranky’s Challenge and Beetle Bounce in the Park’s newest area, Land of Adventure. They were also treated to a secluded picnic in Pirate Shores and a special birthday party for Sophia in Miniland U.S.A., the heart of LEGOLAND California where nine cities are replicated out of more than 22 million LEGO® bricks.
Millions of viewers watched DeAnna Pappas reject Jason Mesnick’s proposal, as he dropped to one knee to profess his love in the season finale of “The Bachelorette.” Brokenhearted and wondering how he could have misjudged DeAnna’s intentions, Jason’s female fans flocked to support him, helping him heal from his very public dismissal. Now this single dad is starring in his own bid for true love, choosing from among the remaining 12 bachelorettes.
“It’s an honor for LEGOLAND to be featured on ‘The Bachelor’,” said LEGOLAND California Resort Spokesperson Julie Estrada. “We pride ourselves in being the best family theme park for kids 2 – 12, and it was great to see all three of them have such a great time here.”
LEGOLAND is celebrating its 10th birthday this year and has doubled its amount of rides since opening in 1999. Land of Adventure is the newest area to open and features four new attractions, more than 75 new LEGO models created out of nearly half a million LEGO bricks and the Park’s first-ever indoor ride, Lost Kingdom Adventure. New attractions opening in 2009 include an exclusive movie, Bob the Builder™ In 4-D: Bob the Builder and the Roller Coaster which will begin airing in the LEGO Show Place Theatre in March. For the most current information, log onto http://echo.bluehornet.com/ct/2746211:1435716541:m:1:72044899:756B0C3FA291333B10D866CCB723C617 or call 760-918-LEGO.
The episode airs on ABC January 19, 2009. Please consult your local TV guide for channel and times in your area. Photos of “The Bachelor” are available at http://echo.bluehornet.com/ct/2746212:1435716541:m:1:72044899:756B0C3FA291333B10D866CCB723C617.
LEGOLAND® California is a 128-acre interactive theme park dedicated to families with children between the ages of 2 and 12. With more than 50 rides, shows and attractions, LEGOLAND is geared towards family fun! There are three other LEGOLAND Parks in the world – LEGOLAND Billund in Denmark, LEGOLAND Deutschland near Günzburg, Germany and LEGOLAND Windsor outside of London. The LEGOLAND theme parks are a part of Merlin Entertainments Group, the second largest attractions operator in the world. Merlin Entertainments is the leading name in location based, branded, family entertainment and currently owns more than 50 attractions worldwide serving more than 30 million visitors. For the most current information, log on to www.LEGOLAND.comor call (760) 918-LEGO.
MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS GROUP is the leading name in location based, family entertainment, which has seen the most successful and dynamic growth of any company in the sector over the last five years. The world's second largest visitor attraction operator, Merlin has 58 attractions and six hotels in 12 countries and across 3 continents. The company aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its 33 million visitors worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and 13,000 employees. Merlin Entertainments operates the following attractions - SEA LIFE, Madame Tussauds, LEGOLAND, The London Eye, Dungeons, Gardaland, LEGOLAND Discovery Centres, Alton Towers, Warwick Castle, Thorpe Park, Chessington World of Adventures and Earth Explorer.