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Disney experiences division invests heavily in cruise line

The company is increasing the size of its fleet from 6 to 13 ships over the next several years.

Jury awards family of Tyre Sampson $310 million in Orlando Freefall death case

The family's son fell out of the ride and died in 2022.

Environmental groups intend to sue SeaWorld San Diego over alleged fireworks pollution

The groups say that the park discharges waste into the bay.

Alton Towers retiring its swinging ship ride

The ride was in use for 44 years.

Man climbs out of coaster when lap bar allegedly releases while climbing lift

The Castles and Coasters park did not respond to the TV news report.

Study outlines negative effects of changes to Disney's disability policy

The findings were presented at the annual IAAPA trade show and conference.

Muppets move to Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, Monsters Inc. take over their area at Disney's Hollywood Studios

The long-running MuppetVision 3D will close.

Retired attorney shows historic Cedar Point collection at new Sandusky museum

The collection will be featured at the Merry-Go-Round Museum.

Cedar Point GM Carrie Boldman retiring at end of year

The general manager has been in the position since 2021.

Disney experiences division reports 1% gain in revenue

Domestic parks saw a 5% rise in operating income.

Six Flags Great Adventure officially announces end for Kingda Ka

Its replacement is expected in 2026.

Six Flags announces a billion-dollar investment to improve guest experience

The combined Cedar Fair and Six Flags has plans for many amusement parks in its portfolio.

Six Flags releases combined company results for the third quarter

The combined Cedar Fair and Six Flags offers its first look at combined operations.

Theme park nerds can't stop talking about Epic Universe

Universal's new gate is opening in 2025, with tickets already available.

SeaWorld San Diego planning to refresh Journey to Atlantis theme

The changes are scheduled for 2025.

Disney names new chair, new CEO in "early 2026"

James Gorman was named Chairman of the Board, effective January 2, 2025.

Disneyland introduces $400 line skipping pass

The pass works on all 24 Lightning Lane attractions across Disneyland and California Adventure.

Six arrested after fight at Cedar Point

No injuries were reported.

Universal Epic Universe opens May 22, 2025, tickets go on sale October 22

The new gate down the road is an entirely new theme park.

Walt Disney World gets green light for affordable housing project

The county commissioner representing the surrounding area voted against the project.

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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. Wildcat's Revenge, Hersheypark
  9. Iron Rattler, Six Flags Fiesta Texas
  10. Voyage, The, Holiday World

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On this day in...

2021: Tayto Park to build three new roller coasters

2019: Universal Creative will move into new headquarters next to Epic Universe in Orlando

2018: Carnival Cruise Line to introduce the first roller coaster at sea in 2020

2018: DOJ will not charge SeaWorld Entertainment over investor expectations

2018: Magic Forest in Lake George changes hands, name

2018: Universal Orlando sued for death following King Kong ride

2016: Local unions and residents rally for Legoland in Goshen, New York

2016: SeaWorld Entertainment will license and develop park in Abu Dhabi

2013: Theme parks adding a variety of taller rides

2013: Universal Orlando introduces significant restaurant updates at CityWalk

2011: Photos: Abandoned, unfinished Wonderland near Shanghai

2010: Cedar Fair encourages unit holders to vote against Q Investment proposals

2010: Guatemala added to ThemeParks.ie

2006: Heinz and Six Flags make deal

2006: Six Flags Great Adventure announces Wiggles World for 2007

2006: Fines issued in 2001 Lightwater Valley death

2004: Attendance up 2.2% in top 50 parks for 2004

2004: Wichita FEC wants to expand into amusement park

2004: Technical aspects of Revenge of The Mummy profiled in <i>Design News</i>

2004: PKICentral.com adds Winterfest video and Italian Job aerial photos

2004: Silver Bullet photos and video posted on ACN

2003: Roy Disney and Stan Gold take their cause to the Internet

2002: Sunday is last day to vote in 2002 Internet Steel Coaster Poll

2002: Ride dispatched with passengers while track was incomplete

2001: Ohio parks raising prices for next season

2001: Old Bob-Lo boat courts Sandusky for home

2001: Six Flags Darien Lake gets Shipwreck Falls for 2002

2000: Phantom's Revenge animation on Badnitrus

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