Former Disney Imagineer says theme parks now more stressful, less fun for families
Theme parks like Disney World have been popular for decades, but are the high ticket prices, long lines, and stress associated with the modern-day experience worth the hassle anymore?
1,500 Disney collectibles will go up for auction
An auction house will sell part of Joel Magee's collection of Disney items later in the month. Items like a "Dumbo" ride vehicle and Haunted Mansion "Doom Buggy" will be for sale.
Tickets to 'Wizard of Oz' theme park in North Carolina now on sale
Fall festivals at the Land of Oz theme park in Beech Mountain, North Carolina, inspired by "The Wizard of Oz" movie (1939), will take place on select weekends in September 2023.
Staple restaurant of Downtown Disney in California closes its doors for final time
Catal Restaurant and Uva Bar, two original eateries of the Downtown Disney outdoor shopping mall in Anaheim, California, are closing their doors on April 14.
Vegan butterbeer added to menus at Universal's Wizarding World of Harry Potter
A vegan-friendly, non-dairy butterbeer drink is now available at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter attraction at Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.
Disney shuts down Aerosmith roller coaster temporarily to refurbish the ride
Visitors at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida are unable to ride the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith starting Tuesday due to the company refurbishing it.
Disney California Adventure Park in San Fransokyo area slated to open this summer
The Walt Disney Company offered more information Monday on when the “Big Hero 6”-themed area planned for Disney California Adventure Park is expected to open.
Woman dies after falling from Disneyland structure in Anaheim, California
Police in Anaheim, California, are investigating after a woman fell to her death from Disneyland's Mickey and Friends Parking Structure on Saturday evening.
Universal Studios Hollywood stunt performer hospitalized after accident, is dragged from water
Universal Studios Hollywood confirmed that a stunt performer was taken to the hospital Monday after an accident during a performance of the popular WaterWorld: A Live Sea War Spectacular show.
Universal announces new Texas theme park
Smaller attractions like this are emblematic of a shift in the company's larger strategy, which typically focuses on large destination resorts.
Some families going into debt to visit Walt Disney World, study shows
A LendingTree study found that 18% of those surveyed reported taking on debt to visit Walt Disney World in Orlando, which has recently faced criticism for hiking its ticket prices.
Pennsylvania's Hersheypark announces new roller coaster Wildcat's Revenge as Wildcat replacement
Hersheypark has announced a new roller coaster that will be replacing the old Wildcat ride. The new ride, Wildcat's Revenge will be a hybrid steel and wood coaster.
Theme park day passes: Tips and tricks for making the most of your purchase
Tips and tricks on taking your family on a theme park vacation and ensuring you get the most out of your experience and your money by having a game plan in place.
Disney's annual passholders say not enough access to parks, file suit over reservation system
Two annual passholders have filed a lawsuit against Walt Disney World for requiring park reservations and limiting "park hopping" until after 2 p.m. Disney responded with a statement.
iPhone 14 crash detection feature reportedly dials 911 from roller coasters
Apple's new crash detection feature of the recently released iPhone 14 has been called 911 from roller coasters in Cincinnati and Chicago, according to a report.
Florida theme parks announce plans, preparedness for Hurricane Ian
Attractions across Florida are taking to their websites and social media to announce any closures, preparedness, plans and what they will do with animals ahead of Hurricane Ian.
Disney’s theme park price hike nets more profit from fewer visitors: report
Walt Disney World and Disneyland had record sales and profits despite lower attendance in the wake of the pandemic thanks to price hikes and other changes, a report said.
Philadelphia-area theme park Sesame Place announces diversity training after viral character snub
After a video went viral of a character appearing to snub a Black child during a parade, Sesame Place announced a diversity training for all employees.
Sesame Place controversy: Black family files $25M racial discrimination lawsuit after viral character snub
A new $25 million federal civil rights lawsuit accuses Sesame Place Philadelphia of racial discrimination after Black children and families were allegedly ignored by costume characters.
California amusement park announces chaperone policy after teen fights force early closures
A California theme park will require chaperones for underage guests after multiple fights broke out over the weekend and forced the park to close hours early.