News Archive - October 2017

Universal Orlando buys another 101 acres

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The theme park has already purchased 475 acres south of its main resort.

Cedar Fair will open four new roller coasters in 2018

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The list includes the first west coast dive coaster, opening at Knott's Berry Farm.

Teens at center of theft and assault spree at California's Great America

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Two people released from hospital after minor injuries.

Pixar Pier makeover to Disney California Adventure continues into 2018

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The "reskin" of Paradise Pier will erase the last remnants of the park's opening day themes.

NBCUniversal theme park division revenue up 7.7% to $1.6 billion in third quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New attractions worldwide helped fuel the growth.

Marineland sues OSPCA after animal cruelty charges are dropped

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Prosecutors dropped the charges after finding that conviction was unlikely.

Disneyland announces new hotel for 2021

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New hotel will "anchor the west end of the Downtown Disney District."

Six Flags revenue and attendance up in 3Q 2017

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Revenue up 4% with attendance up 3%.

Disney Research exploring tactile fireworks techniques for the blind

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The research division is experimenting with techniques for those who can't see fireworks to feel them.

Cedar Point removing Sandcastle Suites and former Aquatic Stadium, while extending boardwalk to main parking

Posted | Contributed by Tekwardo

The changes are occurring this coming winter.

Kings Dominion will host FBI terror attack drill

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The simulation will include the use of an imaginary "weapon of mass destruction."

Goshen, NY planning board approves Legoland New York project

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The approval process ends after seven months, with continued opposition.

Cedar Fair CEO's in transition

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Matt Ouimet and Richard Zimmerman discuss the past and future for the amusement park company.

SeaWorld cuts 350 jobs

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Layoffs occurring mostly at the corporate headquarters in Orlando, as well as the Orlando and San Diego parks.

Disney will work Star Wars: The Last Jedi into its Star Tours attractions this fall

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The motion simulator rides will begin seeing the updates in mid-November.

Worlds of Fun retiring classic rotor amusement ride

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

The ride opened with the park in 1973.

Walt Disney World resorts start pilot program to allow dogs

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Four resorts allow dogs for an extra fee and some pet perks.

Merlin stock down 20% on earnings warning

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company said weather and the terror attacks in Europe negatively affected business.

Theme parks adding adult options to Halloween events

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

VIP offerings, along with food and beverage, added to entice benefit oriented guests.

Merlin says it's not talking to SeaWorld, Parques Reunidos the latest rumored suitor

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A previous report suggested that Merlin was looking to buy some or all of SeaWorld Entertainment.

Universal Studios Hollywood adds Will and Grace set to VIP experience

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

NBC has ordered two seasons of episodes of the rebooted series.

Dreamland exits administration after successful year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park had a successful summer and has an agreement with creditors.

Administrative judge says Universal Orlando discriminated against man in motorized wheel chair

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The theme park has rules banning electric motorized chairs in queues.

Epcot construction projects underway, mostly hidden from view

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

From Ratatouille to Guardians of The Galaxy, new attraction builds have begun.

CalArts offering new degree program in theme park attraction design

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The program will primarily be taught by current and past industry workers.

Merlin reportedly considering purchase of SeaWorld Entertainment

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Source indicates they seek a partial purchase of the company.

Orlando pro soccer players kicked out of Epcot

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Players from Orlando Pride and Orlando City were escorted from the park.

Zimmerman to succeed Ouimet as CEO of Cedar Fair in 2018

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company announced the planned succession in a press release.

Fact check: Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom can't be disassembled in a hurricane

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The long standing urban myth, laid to rest.

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