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.

5 Things That Could Have Happened if Disney Had REALLY Bought Universal

Believe it or not, back in 2002 Disney was rumored to be interested in buying arch-rival Universal. What if it had really happened? On August 9, 2002, the Reuters news service carried a quote from Disney's then-Chief Financial Officer Thomas Staggs. Staggs was commenting on the likelihood of Disney

The 6 Essential Stops on a Chocoholic's Walt Disney World Tour

There’s nothing quite like the delightful decadence of chocolate

The 3 BIG Updates From Walt Disney World This Week (February 8-February 14, 2015)

This is the weekly news, rumors and refurbishments update for Walt Disney World for the week of February 8, 2015.

3 Reasons Why SeaWorld Orlando is Facing Disaster (and How it May Try to Recover)

Let’s face it. 2014 was a disastrous year for SeaWorld Parks. Does this simple change signal a new direction? While the company owns a few water parks, family parks, and the two Busch Gardens adventure parks, it derived its name from its most (in)famous asset. Indeed, over the course of the last 18

4 Things the Walt Disney Company Could Learn from Universal

While Disney has always been and very well may always be the king of Central Florida, there is a lot they can learn from the upstart neighbors next door.

5 Disney Park Mysteries that May Never be Solved

Many of the Disney attractions are filled with suspense, but a lot of them are imbued with their fair share of mystery as well.

6 Ways it Pays to LEAVE Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resort During Your Next Vacation

Venturing off property can save you a great deal of money while further expanding your vacation horizons.

6 Things New Disney Vacation Club Members Must Consider When Picking a Home Resort

While you can stay at all DVC properties over the course of your various vacations, determining your home property is still a crucial decision for a member.

3 Classic Universal Studios Florida Attractions That Were Gone Too Soon

These three departed attractions were an important part of the 1990s atmosphere.

4 Serious Consequences for Misbehaving in Theme Parks

Despite the magical and carefree image of popular theme parks, it’s entirely possible for guests to run afoul and end up suffering some serious consequences on vacation.

The 5 Most Affordable Ways to Tour Behind the Scenes at Walt Disney World

If you’re looking for something special to add to your vacation, these tours will truly take your experience to a new level.

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