Walk Time: How safe are we?
By Robert Niles: A discussion on Theme Park Insider's forum sums up what many fans are wondering this week, How safe are we?Six Flags theme parks on Friday posted messages from their park presidents to...
View ArticleDisneyland character performers to rally for labor deal
By Robert Niles: Disneyland cast members are planning a rally near the park's entrance tomorrow morning, as they seek a new labor contract with Disney.The "Rally for a Fair Contract" starts at 10am on...
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Record-setting wing coaster set for 2027 debut
By Robert Niles: The world's number-one coaster park is adding a record-setting wing coaster for next year.Energylandia has announced Rokan, a Bolliger & Mabillard wing coaster, which will be the...
View ArticleUniversal details new radar system for guest safety
By Robert Niles: Universal has plans for using a new tool to detect when guests go someplace that they shouldn't in a theme park.Theme parks long have used a variety of ways to keep guests out of...
View ArticleProcessing the Six Flags Goliath tragedy
By Robert Niles: This week on the Theme Park Insider Podcast, Jake and I talk about what Six Flags needs to do to respect the memory of Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, by finding out what led to his death on...
View ArticleDollywood sets 2027 calendar, opening date
By Robert Niles: Dollywood will open for the 2027 season on March 11, the park announced today.Next year will be the first full season for the Pigeon Forge, Tennessee park's new NightFlight Expedition...
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Disney reveals name for its final Wish-class ship, in Japan
By Robert Niles: We now know the name of Disney's final Wish-class cruise ship.Last week, Disney Cruise Line revealed details about Disney Believe, the fourth Wish-class ship, which is set to sail from...
View ArticleWhat really happened on Six Flags' Goliath coaster?
By Robert Niles: It's hard for me to think about much other than yesterday's terrible accident at Six Flags Over Georgia. So let's get into what we know - and need to know - about the death of a rider...
View ArticleAccident claims rider on Six Flags roller coaster
By Robert Niles: An incident on Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia today appears to have claimed the life of a rider.Multiple reports state that a rider on the Bolliger & Mabillard hyper coaster...
View ArticleGet ready to rank the world's best theme park attractions
By Robert Niles: What are the best theme park attractions in the world? Every year, I ask Theme Park Insider readers that question. As we move through October, it's almost time again for our year-end...
View ArticleRope Drop: Universal extends Jurassic Park downtime
By Robert Niles: As the "rope drop" starts a day at theme parks, the Sunday "Rope Drop" post kicks off the week here at Theme Park Insider. Here is what lies ahead for fans at the parks this...
View ArticleWalk Time: New gigs and attractions around the theme park world
By Robert Niles: Universal Destinations & Experiences has named Luc Bondar its new Chief Brand & Commercial Officer, succeeding Alice Norsworthy, who is retiring. Bondar comes to Universal from...
View ArticleUniversal reveals first detail about new Horror Make-Up Show
By Robert Niles: Universal Orlando has been working on a new version of its Horror Make-Up Show. Today, the resort revealed the first detail about the new production, which is expected to open later...
View ArticleEfteling welcomes winter holidays with new entertainment
By Robert Niles: Just in time for its big new attraction debuts, Efteling is preparing to welcome the winter holiday season as well.On December 3, Efteling will open its reimagined Raveleijn area,...
View ArticleDisney proposes AI system for designing custom merchandise
By Robert Niles: Disney wants to use AI to help you design its merchandise.That's the gist of the company's latest patent application, which was published today. In "Dynamic Product Design via...
View ArticleEuropa-Park plans new and refreshed rides for 2027
By Robert Niles: Two new rides and a refresh of a classic dark ride are coming to Europa-Park in 2027.The German theme park announced the changes on its social media today. Leading the upgrades is a...
View ArticlePodcast: Best, and worst, holiday attraction overlays
By Robert Niles: It�s been 100 degrees in California, with a tropical storm headed our way. Across the country, the first hurricane of the season is bearing down on the Gulf coast.So let�s talk...
View ArticleDisney sets December 2027 debut for new cruise ship
By Robert Niles: Disney Cruise Line's new Disney Believe will set sail December 18, 2027, Disney announced today.The fourth Wish-class ship will call Fort Lauderdale's Port Everglades its home, sailing...
View ArticleWalt Disney World reveals holiday overlay set lists
By Robert Niles: Get ready for new holiday tunes on two of Walt Disney World's musical thrill rides, starting next month.Disney has announced the new holiday playlists for on-ride audio on its...
View ArticleFirst look at Disney's new Monsters, Inc. Monstropolis food
By Robert Niles: Walt Disney World today revealed the second of two restaurants that will open its new Monsters, Inc.-themed land next year.Monstropolis opens in Disney's Hollywood Studios in 2027. The...
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