Pennsylvania State

A popular theme park has issued an official statement after guests realized that its 97-year-old roller coaster is supported by a haphazard stack of concrete blocks. Terrifying though some attractions may be, theme parks are built to extremely tight safety codes. Whether you want to ride something like Disney’s innocuous boat ride “it’s a small world” or a hypercoaster like Cedar Point’s Top Thrill 2, you can rest easy knowing that every single attraction undergoes rigorous testing – and that stringent measures are in place to ensure wellbeing of all guests.

Theme Park Faces Questions as Guests Realize 97-Year-Old Roller Coaster Is Held up by Blocks

Florida State

One of the most popular theme parks in Florida has confirmed sorrowful news, announcing that it will cease operations effective today. Florida is home to some of the most popular theme parks in the United States, including Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and SeaWorld Orlando. Unfortunately, severe weather...

Florida Theme Park Ceases All Operations Effective Today

Dozens of Disneyland Resort guests were left more than 100 feet up in the air, unprotected from the hot Southern California sunshine, after the Incredicoaster broke down. A video showed the guests stranded on the 120-foot tall roller coaster, eventually walking along the tracks to evacuate. This April, Walt Disney...

Disney Park Guests Burned on Attraction for Over an Hour

California State

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Golden Gate Media

Three California theme parks have been recognized among the most visited in the world, according to the annual index report by Themed Entertainment Association/AECOM. The report, which estimates attendance at top global theme park destinations, placed Disneyland Park, Disney California Adventure, and Universal Studios Hollywood on its prestigious list.

Three California theme parks named the most visited in the world, new report finds

Orlando, FL

Orange County, FL

For the past few months, the main story surrounding the Walt Disney World Resort has been the drop in attendance. This April was the lowest month since the start of the Pandemic, and the attendance figures haven’t rebounded since then. It’s gotten so bad that Disney CEO Bob Iger...

Disney World is Empty, but Central Florida is Thriving Showing How Far the Mouse House Has Fallen

It’s been confirmed that Universal Orlando Resort has banned a certain guest activity that had become beloved in many circles. Universal Orlando Resort has long been a destination where magical memories are made and cherished traditions are celebrated. From the adrenaline-pumping rides to the immersive themed lands, guests return year after year to experience the unique offerings of the parks.

Restrictions Confirmed: Universal Orlando Bans Activity After Guests Go Too Far

San Antonio, TX

SeaWorld is once again in the firing line after a tragic death was recorded at one of its theme parks. ‘Controversy’ and ‘SeaWorld’ often go hand in hand. The release of the documentary Blackfish (2013) exposed the reality of life for the theme park chain’s captive orcas – particularly Tilikum, a whale implicated in three deaths during his lifetime, including that of SeaWorld Orlando trainer Dawn Brancheau.

“She Did Not Survive,” SeaWorld Blasted After Tragic Theme Park Death

Sandusky, OH

Guests were terrified after a violent fight broke up in a popular Midwestern amusement park. “I hope they went to jail,” one viewer commented. Theme parks are some of the most visited destinations in the United States, welcoming millions of families yearly to enjoy thrilling attractions, fun rides, and world-class entertainment.

Violent Fight Breaks Out at Popular Midwestern Amusement Park, “I Hope They Went to Jail”

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As a frequent visitor, I know the best restaurants aren't in the parks. Here are the best restaurants at Disney World to visit without tickets.

I've spent 30 years eating my way across Disney World. These are the 5 best restaurants on the property — and they aren't in the theme parks.

Comic Book

The McDonald's Collector's Meal is available on August 13th.

Collector's Meal: Latest McDonald's Special Includes "Past, Iconic Collectibles" Like Barbie, Hot Wheels, Jurassic Park

Yesterday, Dollywood shocked many of their guests after closing just minutes after the park opened, leaving thousands in a state of shock after they not only traveled into town to visit the theme park, but purchased tickets, parking spots, lockers, and more. Located amidst the picturesque Smoky Mountains of Tennessee,...

Dolly Parton Comments on Emergency Closure of Her Theme Park, All Dollywood Visitors Evacuated

Future Walt Disney World Resort guests, rejoice! Demolition at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park is on hold–for now. In 2020, Walt Disney Imagineering took the first step to removing DinoLand U.S.A.–Disney’s Animal Kingdom’s theme park within a theme park. After the COVID-19 Disney Park closures, Walt Disney World Resort announced that The Primeval Whirl roller coaster wouldn’t reopen alongside the rest of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park.

Disney World To Demolish Animal Kingdom Theme Park, Timeline Confirmed

Polk County, FL

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Fort Meade, FL

Uncovering Florida

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has made an arrest after conducting an investigation into a case of credit card fraud involving 28-year-old Burger King employee, Kellyn Miley. The incident was discussed in detail during this morning's briefing with Sheriff Grady Judd.

Burger King Employee Caught Using Customer's Credit Card for Food at Former Job

Recently uncovered imagery shows a Walt Disney World Resort hotel leveled flat after the Central Florida Disney park suddenly decided to halt operations. Walt Disney World Resort is home to dozens of Disney Resort hotels. From family-friendly Value Resort hotel rooms at Disney’s All-Star Resorts to luxury Disney Vacation Club villas at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, there’s an accommodation option for every guest.

Disney World Hotel Leveled Flat, Operations Permanently Shuttered

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As an actor, Merritt Butrick was cast in one of the most coveted roles in the history of science fiction media. He played David Marcus, the son of the iconic Captain James T. Kirk, portrayed by William Shatner in the 1982 theatrical movie, Star Trek: The Wrath of Kahn. Sadly, Butrick died of AIDS in 1989. He was only 29 years old. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Star Trek' Actor Merrit Butrick: 35 Years After His Tragic Death

If you love getting your haunt on, Florida has one of the best and scariest haunted houses in America. Halloween is a super popular holiday, and it seems as if we’re celebrating earlier and earlier every year. I’m not mad about it. I love Halloween but also love summer, so it’s a bittersweet thing for me.

Florida Has One of the Scariest Haunted Houses in America

Disney is set to be in significant danger as of 2025. The Walt Disney Company is gearing up with exciting new projects, as CEO Bob Iger announced at the beginning of 2024. Among the anticipated releases are new films in the beloved Frozen, Moana, and Zootopia franchises. Additionally, Disney is...

Disney World’s Operations to Cease Summer 2025 Per Recent News Release

San Diego, CA

A viral video is causing a heated debate online after a guest allegedly exposed a baby abandoned in SeaWorld by their drunk parent. SeaWorld theme parks in the United States have been the scene of several scandals throughout the years, notoriously due to PETA rallying against the marine life theme park and its use of sea animals in live entertainment and interactive experiences.

Family Drama at SeaWorld, Baby “Abandoned” in Stroller by Allegedly Drunk Parent

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Pa. park takes 2nd place on ranked list of highest-rated theme parks in US

A Pennsylvania amusement park claimed a high place on a ranked list of the country's highest-rated theme parks. Knoebels Amusement Resort in Pennsylvania came in second,...

Pa. park takes 2nd place on ranked list of highest-rated theme parks in US

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