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.

Dakota Gardner
Sunday, September 28, 2014

Theme Park Nostalgia: 5 Things We Remember About Epcot's Semi-Abandoned Wonders of Life Pavilion

The Wonders of LIfe pavilion is now just a generic event space, but back in the day, it was home to several of Epcot's best attractions -- including its very first thrill ride.
Brian
Friday, September 26, 2014

8 Hotels That Let You Sleep INSIDE a Theme Park

Let's face it: spending the night inside your favorite theme park is probably one of the coolest ideas on Earth. Problem is that there are precious few legal ways to do it. But all is not lost...
It's a Small World
Anonymous
Friday, September 26, 2014

8 Things That Happen Behind the Scenes When a Disney Ride Breaks Down

Have you ever been on a ride at Disney, kicking back and enjoying yourself, when it suddenly screeched to a halt? Here's a look at what happens behind the scenes.
Caretaker
Brian
Thursday, September 25, 2014

The Complete History of Universal Orlando's Halloween Horror Nights

As the cool air settles across the United States, a dark and sinister force has emerged in Orlando...
David Mumpower
Thursday, September 25, 2014

The 6 Best Skyscraping Roller Coasters in the World

Take a look at the half-dozen tallest, and most exciting, roller coasters in the world.
Brian
Thursday, September 25, 2014

The Top 12 Disney Theme Parks (By Ride Count)

Just for fun, we've counted each of the ride line-ups at Disney's parks to compare here.
9 Outrageous Ways to Splurge Your Money at Disney, Universal, and Beyond: Tours
Amy Ziese
Wednesday, September 24, 2014

9 Outrageous Ways to Splurge Your Money at Disney, Universal, and Beyond: Tours

Most theme park visitors are looking for ways to trim the excess and spend less, but if you’re sitting at the other end of the spectrum and looking for a little something to add to your trip, there are plenty of options to choose from.
Amy Ziese
Wednesday, September 24, 2014

The 10 Best Universal Orlando Attractions for Small Children

Universal Orlando doesn't have the same child-friendly reputation as Walt Disney World. But there's still plenty to do at the resort with little ones...
Fever Fudge
Amy Ziese
Tuesday, September 23, 2014

The 6 Cheapest Ways to Take Home a Piece of Diagon Alley

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter - Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida is packed with pricey options for taking home a piece of Potter-lore, but the choices are more limited if you don’t have much to spend.
Master Gracey
Anonymous
Monday, September 22, 2014

4 Reasons to Take Disney's Creepiest Tour This Halloween

Check out our review of Disneyland's Happiest Haunts tour...a tour that we think should be offered at Walt Disney World too.
Anna and Elsa meeting and greeting at Disneyland
Anonymous
Monday, September 22, 2014

The 3 BIG Updates from Disneyland This Month (September 2014)

This is the monthly news, rumors, and refurbishments update for Disneyland Resort for the month of September 2014.
Anonymous
Monday, September 22, 2014

8 Key Principles That Disney Imagineers Use to Develop New Attractions

Though much of their work is clouded in secrecy, the Disney Imagineers have been surprisingly open about their creative process.

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