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.

Matterhorn Bobsleds
Amanda Dwyer
Thursday, November 30, 2023

Arrow Development: The Story Of How This Ride Manufacturer Revolutionized The Theme Park Industry

No other ride manufacturer has had the same impact as Arrow Development. For nearly six decades, under a few different names, Arrow pioneered innovations that made way for the modern marvels of theme park engineering we know today...
Disney
Brian
Saturday, November 25, 2023

Looks Like Disney Used AI to Update Its Iconic Thanksgiving Image... And Fans Aren't Happy About the Creepy Results

Is Disney's newest take on "Freedom from Want" a new favorite or a creepy, AI-generated mess that accidentally seems to represent a real fall-off of creativity and artistry at Disney?
Pirates of the Caribbean Ride Entrance
Ellie Igou
Wednesday, November 22, 2023

This History of Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean Ride

For many visitors at Disney parks, it’s a nostalgic ride and a must-do for many families, but relatively few of those visitors know the long history of this beloved attraction...
I-Rex Animatronic
Ellie Igou
Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Here Are 6 Of The Most Impressive Theme Park Animatronics Ever!

If you are tired of seeing screens in theme park attractions and want to see some very impressive animatronics, look no further. Here are 6 of the most impressive animatronics of all time...
Test Track
Brian
Monday, November 20, 2023

Test Track 3.0 is Coming To EPCOT! Here's Everything We Know So Far

Test Track 3.0 is coming to EPCOT! Here's everything we know so far and a list of questions we hope Disney answers in the near future about this upcoming extensive refurbishment...
Image: Disney
Jett Farrell-Vega
Tuesday, November 14, 2023

9 Surprising Things No One Tells You About Doing Disney with a Baby

What is it actually like trying to bring a baby to Walt Disney World? Here are the 9 Surprising Things No One Tells You About Doing Disney with a Baby...
Image: Disney (Concept Art for Tropical Americas Land)
Jett Farrell-Vega
Saturday, November 4, 2023

Disney Fans Have Waited Decades For this Huge Announcement. Can Disney Pull It Off Though?

“When will Disney finally build another nation-themed land?”
Avatar 2
Brian
Monday, October 30, 2023

Is "Avatar" Over... Again? The Puzzling Problem with Disney's Weirdly Forgettable Mega-Franchise

Disney's 2011 announcement – that it had acquired the worldwide, global rights to build theme park attractions based on the film – was a major win... Right?
Moana
Brian
Wednesday, October 25, 2023

Bursting the Disney Bubble: 5 Problematic Projects That Leave Fans Worried for Disney Imagineering's Future

These projects all have an inherent issue that leaves fans frustrated... and worried about Imagineering's future...
The Timekeeper at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom
Ellie Clark
Friday, October 20, 2023

Which Of These Celebrity Cameos From The Walt Disney World Attractions Is Your Favourite?

A number of famous faces have featured in Walt Disney World attractions across the years, which is your favourite?
Velocicoaster
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?
Dinosaur
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.

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