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Universal Orlando previews Super Nintendo World at Epic Universe

The video is the latest in a series exploring the new lands.

Michelin awards first star to a Walt Disney World restaurant: Victoria and Albert's

The restaurant is part of the Grand Floridian resort, with pricing starting at $295.

Disney will bet $60 billion on the company's future

The company will invest heavily into its theme park division, which it sees as its greatest growth opportunity.

Anaheim council vote on DisneylandForward proposal getting closer

Residents raise concerns over the long-term plan.

Cedar Fair settles Top Thrill Dragster injury lawsuit

Terms of the settlement are confidential.

Guests sue Universal Studios Hollywood for being stuck on Harry Potter ride

The four people are reportedly seeking damages for emotional distress.

Disney teases $60 billion in new attractions over coming decade

The company says that it's committed to telling new stories across its theme park properties.

Silver Dollar City opens Fire In The Hole

The ride replaces a previous ride of the same name.

Do-Dodonpa will not reopen at Fuji-Q Highlands

Citing safety and performance issues, the park decided to permanently close the ride.

Legoland California to use dynamic pricing

Demand will influence ticket pricing.

Universal Orlando previews Isle of Berk at Epic Universe

The portion of Universal Orlando's newest park is themed to the How To Train Your Dragon series of movies.

Walt Disney World and special district agree to settlement, drop state lawsuits

The settlement comes years after a battle for control over the former Reedy Creek Improvement District.

Merlin buys Orlando Eye, will call it Orlando Eye

The company bought the attraction from ICON Park.

RollerCoaster Tycoon at 25 inspired real coaster designers

Game creator Chris Sawyer and real-life designers talk about the icon 1999 game.

Disney Destiny announced as third Triton-class ship in Disney Cruise Line fleet

The ship is expected to be delivered in 2025.

Kansas City area will be home to a Mattel theme park

The park will open in 2026.

NC records show findings for Carowinds' Fury-325 support crack

The report includes photos of the damaged support.

Wildcat getting vertically laminated track treatment at Lake Compounce

The effort is being led by The Gravity Group.

Cedar Point settles EEOC suit over age restricted employee housing

The company will pay $50,000.

Anaheim's planning commission approves initial plan for Disneyland expansion

The changes include moving parking to a multi-level structure and expanding attractions into current parking lot space.

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Top 100 Coasters

  1. Steel Vengeance, Cedar Point
  2. Velocicoaster, Islands of Adventure
  3. Fury 325, Carowinds
  4. Iron Gwazi, Busch Gardens Tampa
  5. El Toro, Six Flags Great Adventure
  6. Millennium Force, Cedar Point
  7. Lightning Rod, Dollywood
  8. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  9. Voyage, The, Holiday World
  10. Mako, SeaWorld Orlando

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Rollback

On this day in...

2023: Kings Island removing surfing ride from water park

2023: Columbus Zoo adding temporary Ferris wheel for 2023

2022: Geoff Morrel out as Disney comms chief after only a few months

2018: Cedar Fair net revenue up in first quarter while loss increases

2017: Disney previewing Avatar at Animal Kingdom

2016: Universal Studios Japan sets record attendance, Tokyo Disney down

2016: BBC ready to partner with theme parks to promote its IP

2016: Ferris wheel catches fire at Dinosaur Planet Park in Bangkok

2016: Teen girls fall from Sizzler carnival ride, one dies

2013: Marineland files third defamation suit against former employee

2013: Universal Orlando uses side of a downtown building to promote new Transformers ride

2012: Cedar Point announces removal of WildCat

2012: High school students' K'Nex roller coaster model will be displayed at Cedar Point

2012: Fire and rescue teams use Worlds of Fun water ride to train for flood scenario

2012: Brits fined for stealing penguin from Australia's Sea World theme park

2011: Zippin Pippin will change the face of Bay Beach

2011: Opinion: Replacement of Seattle Fun Forest with art exhibit sells out families

2011: Sources say NBC-Universal moving forward with talks to buy Blackstone stake in Universal Orlando

2009: Schmeck's legacy lives on in coasters around the country

2007: Plain Dealer posts online video Kinzel interview

2006: CoasterBuzz Podcast #30 posted

2006: Oz theme park plans presented to officials in Niagara County

2006: Conneaut Lake can't get loan, park can't open

2006: PKICentral posts new aerial shots of Paramount's Kings Island

2006: Cedar Fair first quarter down on lower occupancy at Castaway Bay

2005: New Delhi officials say Disney looking to India to build new park

2005: Disneyland will podcast launch of 50th anniversary celebration

2005: Legoland California Knights' Tournament attraction opens later this month

2005: Disney theme parks at a crossroads

2005: Pittsburgh native's company is stopping roller coasters with magnets

2005: Geauga Guide posts 2005 Community Day update

2005: Construction photos posted from Six Flags Great America's Hurricane Harbor

2005: SFNE Central posts 2005 season updates

2003: Cedar Point's Top Thrill Dragster introduced to media

2003: New Iowa Park on the brink of final announcement

2003: Conneaut Lake gets its loan

2003: Volcano Valley debuts at Kennywood Park

2001: Where is the news?

2000: SOB will reopen Saturday, park says

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