Profile picture for user mumpower

Date of birth

Member for

9 years 11 months

Name

David Mumpower

Location

Knoxville, TN

Country

United States

Biography

When David's not at Walt Disney World, he's writing about movies and box office analysis, economics, streaming media, technology, travel, and parks and recreation. He's the author of the Disney Demystified and Behind the Ride book series.

Articles by David Mumpower:

The 8 Essential Shops You HAVE To Visit on a Walt Disney World Vacation

Where is the best place to load your shopping cart with the best stuff? Here are eight of the best stores at Walt Disney World.

The Best Theme Park Restaurants You're Not Eating At

Here’s the best place to eat at the eight most popular non-Disney theme parks in North America!

The 5 Hidden Costs of a Walt Disney World Vacation (and How to Avoid Them)

Here are some of the hidden costs of a Disney vacation plus some tips for avoiding them and thereby stretching your vacation budget.

Behind the Ride: Slinky Dog Dash

Let’s go Behind the Ride to learn what makes Slinky Dog Dash tick.

5 Reasons to Join DVC Today

Here are a few reasons why I believe now is the perfect time to join DVC.

The Absolute Best Theme Park Attractions on the Planet

Ah, the eternal question. What is the best theme park ride in the world?

Best Thrill Rides at Universal Orlando Resort

While Disney attractions prioritize theming above all else, Universal goes for the jugular with its rides

The Darkest Disney Moments We Can't Get Enough Of

Even on your favorite rides, some malevolent forces are at play. Here are some of the darkest moments on Disney theme park attractions.

The 8 Iconic Disney Rides That Blow Guests' Minds Every Time

As one of you thrill seekers, I feel qualified to speak on ways that the Mouse House will surprise you. Here are several spectacular thrill rides at Disney theme parks.

How to Decide Which Disney Ticket to Buy

The answer to this question isn't as straightforward as you'd think...

About Theme Park Tourist

Theme Park Tourist is one of the web’s leading sources of essential information and entertaining articles about theme parks in Orlando and beyond.

We are one of the world’s largest theme park guide sites, hosting detailed guides to more than 80 theme parks around the globe.

Find Out More About Us...

Plan Your Trip

Our theme park guides contain reviews and ratings of rides, restaurants and hotels at more than 80 theme parks worldwide.

You can even print them.

Start Planning Now...