Theme Park Features, Blogs & Articles

Theme Park Tourist features a wide-range of in-depth features and articles, covering rides, attractions and restaurants at theme parks all over the world. As well as previews and reviews of new rides, look out for "Top 10" lists and tips for saving time and money on your next park visit.

Nathan Reynolds

Saturday, October 7, 2023

3 Ways Diagon Alley Could Be Expanded At Universal Studios Florida

Easily Universal’s biggest attraction in Orlando, expansion of the Wizarding World should be a top priority...

Amanda Dwyer

Friday, October 6, 2023

Coaster Craze: Why More Theme Parks Are Focusing On Family-Friendly Thrills

It seems more theme parks are aiming to create thrilling coasters that guests young and old can enjoy. Let's look at why this focus on family-friendly coasters is helping to create a better overall theme park experience.

Amanda Dwyer

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Riding High: Exploring The 9 Best Roller Coasters Worldwide

From heart-pounding drops to innovations in coaster technology, we explore some of the world's best roller coasters that promise an unforgettable ride experience. Do you agree with our picks?

Adam Fagenson

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

To Kill Opening Day Nostalgia: The Motor Boat Cruise to Gummi Glen

Disneyland of 1955 had numerous attractions that didn’t last long before being replaced, refurbished, or removed. One of these attractions slightly outlived the others, a ride that few remember, and for good reason...

Amanda Dwyer

Tuesday, October 3, 2023

OPINION: It Is Time Animal Kingdom Got Some Well-Deserved Attention

In the last five years, the other three Walt Disney World theme parks have seen great updates and changes. It is time that Disney turns its attention to Disney's Animal Kingdom...

Ellie Igou

Monday, October 2, 2023

The Rise and Fall of The Now-Defunct Nickelodeon Hotel in Orlando

What was the Nickelodeon Hotel, what led to its decline and is there hope for the future?

Brian

Sunday, October 1, 2023

It May Be the World's WORST Dark Ride... But It's Also a Cult Classic, Fan Favorite, Bucket List Phenomenon

Do you think this ride is awful, excellent, or "so bad it's good"?

Ellie Clark

Saturday, September 30, 2023

5 Untouchable Rides At Walt Disney World Whose Closures Would Cause Chaos

Let's take a look at some of the most beloved Walt Disney World attractions whose closure would likely spark CHAOS among parks fans...

Brian

Thursday, September 28, 2023

The Age of RMC: 6 Cutting Edge, 21st Century Coaster Icons... And a Peek Into What RMC's Cooking Up Next...

Rocky Mountain Construction. The very name leaves coaster enthusiasts gushing, ranking, and daydreaming. Here are six landmark RMCs of the past and present and then two high profile projects that lay just over the horizon...

Brian

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

Before or After? How Many of These Lands Were Worth Losing the Classic Attractions They Replaced?

How many of these E-Ticket lands are actually better than the spaces they replaced?

Ellie Igou

Sunday, September 24, 2023

Shrek 4-D Vs Villain-Con... Did Universal Make the Right Decision?

Did Universal make the right decision to close Shrek 4-D and open Villain-Con Minion Blast?

Brian

Friday, September 22, 2023

EL TORO: The True Story of Great Adventure's Raging Bull and How It ALMOST Redefined the Wooden Roller Coaster

This one-of-a-kind-in-the-nation prototype by a bold and brash roller coaster manufacturer set out to rewrite the rules of the wooden roller coaster. Did it succeed? Well… Together, let’s tackle the ups and downs of this fierce and furious thrill ride landmark…