Theme Park Features, Blogs & Articles

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.

Anonymous

Sunday, September 28, 2014

The 5 Ways That Disney's Theme Parks Collided With the World's Biggest Sporting Event

Over the years, Disney's Imagineers haven't limited themselves to just working on theme park attractions...

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...

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.

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.

Anonymous

Thursday, September 25, 2014

5 Reasons Why Universal and Disney are Being Out-Scared in Florida This Halloween

Find out why A Petrified Forest is leading the pack for those seeking thrills and scares in Florida this Halloween.

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.

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...

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.