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Amanda Dwyer

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Indiana

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Amanda is a self-proclaimed Disney adult and lover of all things theme parks. When she's not keeping track of theme park news, watching Disney vlogs and documentaries, or working on her next article, she enjoys spending time with her husband and dogs, Sulley and Ellie. She also spends time helping others plan their theme park vacations at www.discoverthemagicvacationswithamanda.com

Articles by Amanda Dwyer:

4 Walt Disney World Attractions That MUST GO (...And 3 We Hope Stay Forever)

Many theme park attractions have what it takes to stand the test of time. Others simply don't. Join us as we explore which Walt Disney World attractions should be the next to go, and a few we hope never leave...

Should There Be A Taylor Swift Theme Park And What Would It Look Like?

Dolly Parton's move into the theme park realm has been a huge success. What might it look like if another music icon were to follow suit? Let's have some fun exploring what a theme park (Taylor's Version) might look like...

REST IN PIECES: 10 Roller Coasters And Attractions We Lost In 2023

From classic icons to family coasters, here are 10 rides we lost in 2023...

5 Of The Best Indoor Coasters ALL Theme Park Fans Must Experience!

With TRON: Lightcycle / Run and Darkoaster having opened in spring 2023, here are 5 other incredible indoor coasters that are must dos for any theme park fan. Does your favorite make the list?

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...

The Troubled Second Life of Goliath at Six Flags New England

Three identical boomerang coasters opened in 2001 at three Six Flags parks and only one of them is currently operating today. Let's look at where it went wrong for Goliath at Six Flags New England...

KINGS DOMINION: Was The Addition of Intimidator 305 A Mistake?

Fueled by rivalry with nearby parks, Kings Dominion took a risk when it added giga coaster, Intimidator 305 in 2010. Was it worth it? Let's explore the past of this controversial coaster...

SIX FLAGS OVER GEORGIA: Will New Splash Coaster Live Up To Its Texas Predecessor?

Six Flags has decided to change manufacturers when it comes to its new splash coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia. How does the new coaster measure up to Aquaman: Power Wave at Six Flags Over Texas? Let's find out!

KINGDA KA: Is The World's Tallest Roller Coaster Due For An Upgrade?

Kingda Ka is approaching its 20th birthday, and with the strata coasters now utilizing updated technology, is it time that Kingda Ka sees some major upgrades?

Could Six Flags Be Moving To Incorporate More Theming Into Its Parks?

Could the new "Steamtown" themed area at Six Flags America and the recent merger of Six Flags and Cedar Fair indicate a new shift toward incorporating more theming in the Six Flags parks? Let's check it out...

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