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Universal Rises: The Changing Tide in Orlando - Part One

Is the tide finally changing in Orlando? What chance does Universal have to finally take on Walt Disney World? Without a single hesitation, Walt Disney World is recognized as the leader of the theme park industry. How could it be anything but? Walt Disney World is a sort of perfect storm

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (November 23, 2013)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 17, 2013. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: Walt Disney World cast members will now check resort guests' MagicBands to determine if they are eligible for Extra Magic Hours before entering the park

The Magical Bucket List #2: Go Underground at the Magic Kingdom

One of the most unusual experiences at a Disney theme park is to head underground and explore the "utilidors" of Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom.

Unbuilt Disney: The Mount Fuji Roller Coaster at Epcot

Take a quick look at a stunning attraction that was proposed for Epcot, but never built: an enormous roller coaster based around Japan's Mount Fuji. Over the years, dozens of attractions have been proposed for Epcot's World Showcase that have been canned for one reason or another (often because a

The 5 Scariest Disney Theme Park Rides and Attractions

Disney rides are hardly renowned for being terrifying. But little ones and scaredy-cat adults may get a fright from these 5 rides and shows. Okay, so we realise that most adults will never be truly scared by a Disney attraction. And even children are unlikely to be spooked by rides such as the

Editorial: With FastPass+, Walt Disney World brings back the E-Ticket

Remember the days when Disney's rides were labelled as E-Tickets, D-Tickets, C-Tickets and so on? Guess what? They're back. Walt Disney World has spent much of the past year testing and finally rolling out its FastPass+ system. In a nutshell, this allows guests at Disney resorts to pre-book time

Insider Review: The Great Movie Ride at Disney's Hollywood Studios

When it was first built, the Great Movie Ride was the centerpiece of Disney-MGM Studios (now Disney’s Hollywood Studios). Upon entering the park, guests could see straight down the main drag to a stunning replica of what was then known as Mann’s Chinese Theatre. This iconic ride was in fact the

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (November 16, 2013)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 2, 2013. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: There are a few more changes coming to MyMagic+ at Walt Disney World. Disney’s Pop Century Resort will be the first resort at Walt Disney World to only issue

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (November 16, 2013)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of November 16, 2013.

The Top 10 Dark Rides in the World

A rundown of the top 10 dark rides at theme parks all over the world - as rated by Theme Park Tourist readers.

Vintage Disney: Remembering 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea at the Magic Kingdom

Do you remember 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: Submarine Voyage at Walt Disney World's Magic Kingdom? Here are some great pictures to refresh your memory! The Under the Sea - Journey of the Little Mermaid dark ride recently opened in the Magic Kingdom's New Fantasyland, so let's seize the opportunity

A Cast Member's Take on the Disney Look

Nose rings are a no...and other ruminations on the restrictions of the Disney Look. A friend recently asked me if she would be able to get a job at Walt Disney World with her new nose ring, to which the answer was an instant and resounding no. The other friends in our group, Orlando natives all

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