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Royal Caribbean Updates Cruise Loyalty Program Plans
Royal Caribbean is carefully updating its loyalty program to avoid past industry mistakes, aiming for a unified system across brands while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Emily Carter
Emily Carter is a theme park correspondent specializing in news, developments, and guest experiences at major amusement parks and resorts worldwide. She covers attraction updates, operational changes, and the impact on visitor engagement.
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Atlanta Amusement Parks Mountasia, Malibu to Close
Mountasia Marietta and Malibu Norcross, two family fun centers in metro Atlanta that operated for over 30 years, are closing permanently this Monday due to increased competition.
Accidents•
Muni Investigates Violent Train Incident in San Francisco
Muni is investigating a San Francisco train incident where a vehicle violently shook and sped through a station on Wednesday morning. No injuries were reported, and preliminary checks found no mechani
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Malibu Norcross, Mountasia Park to Close Permanently
Malibu Norcross and Mountasia, two long-standing family entertainment centers in Georgia, will close permanently this weekend. Herschend Family Entertainment, which acquired the properties in May, ann
Accidents•
Family Demands Answers in Epic Universe Ride Death
The family of Kevin Zavala, 32, who died after riding Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, demands the ride stay closed pending an investigation.
Accidents•
Family Seeks Answers After Man Dies on Epic Universe Ride
The family of Kevin Rodriguez Zavala, 32, who died after an incident on the Stardust Racers roller coaster at Epic Universe, is demanding answers. Described as independent and a theme park enthusiast,
Travel•
Disneyland Ticket Prices Expected to Rise in October
Disneyland ticket prices are expected to rise in early October 2025, continuing a multi-year pattern. Forecasts suggest increases for top-tier admissions, while the lowest price may remain stable. Vis
Entertainment•
EPCOT Crowds Surge for Cosmic Rewind Special Event
EPCOT's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind saw wait times up to 130 minutes today as it played only "September" by Earth, Wind & Fire for a special event.
Accidents•
Universal Orlando: Stardust Racers Ride Functioned Properly
Universal Orlando Resort states its Stardust Racers roller coaster functioned properly during an incident where a 32-year-old guest died from blunt impact injuries. The ride is closed for review.
Travel•
Norwegian Cruise Line Alters Escape's 2026 Itinerary
Norwegian Cruise Line has canceled a visit to Costa Maya for the Norwegian Escape's January 11, 2026 sailing due to port availability issues. The itinerary now includes extended stays in Roatán and Ha
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Hollywood Studios Park Hopping Changes for Holiday Season
Disney's Hollywood Studios will close early at 7 PM on select dates this holiday season for the Jollywood Nights event, affecting park hopping plans for many guests.
Entertainment•
Hollywood Studios Attractions Close for New Animation Experience
Hollywood Studios will permanently close Animation Courtyard and Star Wars Launch Bay on September 25, 2025, to make way for 'The Magic of Disney Animation,' opening in 2026.