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9 years 10 months

Name

Amanda Kondolojy

Location

Central FL

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United States

Biography

Managing editor of Theme Park Tourist and dark ride enthusiast. Amanda is a lifelong theme parks fan who lives just outside Orlando. When she’s not booking FastPass+ reservations, standing in a queue or eating the latest specialty cupcake, you can find her watching a Marvel movie, reading a book (probably by Neil Gaiman) or singing along to showtunes in her car.  Contact: [email protected]

Articles by Amanda Kondolojy:

Universal Rumored To Be Building A Theme Park In The UK: Is This A Game-Changer In The Making?

Is Universal getting ready to build something in the UK?

Will Disney Learn Anything From its Biggest Mistake of 2023?

Disney's Jollywood Nights went TOO far for many guests, with some reviewing the event going as far as to call it a scam...

Is the Standard Disney Dining Plan Still "Worth It" in 2024?

Is the standard Disney Dining Plan for an adult still a good value in 2024? Let's look at some numbers...

Here's Everything We Know About Disney's New Construction Project in North Carolina

Disney has announced a huge multi-billion dollar project, but it's not in Florida OR in California...

4 Disney Springs Updates All Visitors Should Know About (December 2023)

Two new openings, a permanent closure and some free, fun holiday-themed activities highlight this month's Disney Springs update!

Universal Kids Resort Set to Open in 2026 With Lands Based on SpongeBob, Shrek, and More

Earlier this year, Universal announced they were trying out a brand new theme park concept and would be bringing a kids-focused park to Frisco, Texas. And now it looks like this new destination finally has a name: Universal Kids Resort!

2024 Reservations at Walt Disney World: Who Needs Them, Who Doesn't and What Else is Changing

This is your complete guide to who needs them, who doesn't and what else is changing regarding Walt Disney World reservations in 2024...

4 Surprising Holiday Changes Happening at Walt Disney World

Check out all these holiday changes happening now at Walt Disney World!

Is the Combined Indiana Jones/Encanto Land at Disney's Animal Kingdom Still Happening? Here's What We Know

The combined Indiana Jones/Encanto Land was looking like a sure thing... until now!

5 Dining Changes at Disney Parks ALL Guests Should Be Aware Of (November 2023)

For November's dining update, a new kids-only discount is announced, a special limited-time souvenir is being given for free to lucky guests at one of EPCOT's most popular restaurants, plus dining package bookings open for next year's Festival of the Arts! 

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