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.

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Jett Farrell-Vega
Thursday, June 2, 2022

Do This, Not That: 12 Tips For Better Use Of Your Time and Money at Walt Disney World

While everyone is likely to choose different paths to the ideal vacation, a little expert advice can be helpful in narrowing down the pool...
Kongfrontation Universal Studios Orlando
Ellie Clark
Wednesday, June 1, 2022

3 Retired Universal Orlando Attractions That Received a Worthy Replacement (and 3 That Did NOT)

Universal Orlando is constantly expanding their lineup of world-class attractions, here’s a look at 3 ride replacements that are beloved by park-goers, as well as 3 that didn’t quite hit the mark...
cinderella's castle cake
Ellie Igou
Tuesday, May 31, 2022

5 of the WORST Disney Theme Park Mistakes

Vacationers hated these Disney decisions!
Discovery Island welcome building taken from offshore
Ellie Igou
Sunday, May 29, 2022

Disney's First Animal Kingdom - The Abandoned Discovery Island

Discovery Island is one of Disney's most widely-recognized abandoned attractions...
Toy Story Mania
Brian
Saturday, May 28, 2022

Did You Know: These 5 Disney Rides Have "Moved" Lands! Is It For the Better or Worse?

These five rides have made the very unusual move... of moving! Seriously, the rides may be cemented in place, but that doesn't mean they haven't changed addresses. Did changing the context of these rides change the experience for you?
Discovery Cove Park Orlando
Ellie Clark
Wednesday, May 25, 2022

4 Reasons Why Discovery Cove is the Ultimate Addition to Your Next Orlando Vacation

Discovery Cove’s tropical paradise offers you the relaxing park day you didn’t know you needed. Here are four reasons why you should consider it for your next trip…
Dueling Dragons Facade
Ellie Igou
Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Which Of These 5 Retired Universal Attractions Do You Miss Most?

Many famous Universal attractions no longer exist in the parks. Which one do you remember most fondly?
EPCOT Festivals
Brian
Sunday, May 22, 2022

EPCOT Festivals, Ranked! The Official, Definitive Countdown of EPCOT's Seasonal Celebrations

We explore EPCOT's five seasonal states by ranking our favorites...
Guardians of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind EPCOT
Ellie Clark
Saturday, May 21, 2022

6 Intergalactic Attractions To Get You Excited For Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind

With just a few weeks to go until Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind officially opens, here are 6 other space-themed attractions at Walt Disney World to get you excited for this upcoming galactic adventure…
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Jett Farrell-Vega
Friday, May 20, 2022

Is Disney's Controversial Reservation System Actually Such a Bad Thing?

Of all the changes we have seen at Disney parks over the past few years, few have stirred more controversy than Parks Pass Reservations… and all current signs indicate they’re here to stay. Is the Disney Parks Pass Reservations system entirely a bad thing?
Spaceship Earth
Brian
Tuesday, May 17, 2022

Which Of These Cancelled Disney Parks Projects Would YOU Greenlight Back Into Production?

If you could revive one of these paused-or-cancelled projects, greenlight it, and get it open, which do you think would be the one worth saving... and which do you think are better left on the cutting room floor?
Tron
Amanda Dwyer
Monday, May 16, 2022

What Is Happening With Walt Disney World's OTHER New Roller Coaster?

While the excitement builds over Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind, it only has us wondering when guests will be able to enjoy TRON Lightcycle / Run...

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