Laura Kendrick is a travel and entertainment journalist who specializes in the theme park and attractions industry. She covers new ride announcements, park developments, and corporate strategies of major entertainment companies.
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Joe Rohde, former Imagineer, revealed he spent 15 years trying to bring a Tropical Americas land to Disney's Animal Kingdom, often proposing to replace DinoLand. The new project, now under constructio
Universal Studios Hollywood will open "Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift" this summer, its first high-speed outdoor roller coaster, reaching 72 mph with rotational vehicles.
Disney's Fairy Tale Weddings & Honeymoons announces a new, hauntingly romantic wedding venue: the front steps of the Haunted Mansion at Disneyland Park, available starting July 2026.
Six Flags is changing its season pass structure for 2026, introducing regional park access for Gold Season Pass holders across four distinct regions. This update impacts existing passholders, with som
Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom has removed DinoLand U.S.A. from its maps, replacing it with "Future Home of Tropical Americas." The new 11-acre land, opening in 2027, will feature Indiana Jones an
Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom is permanently closing DinoLand U.S.A. on February 2 to make way for a new Tropical Americas land, featuring Indiana Jones and 'Encanto' attractions set to open in 2
Magic Kingdom's 'Let the Magic Begin' welcome show is now modified, running without characters due to Cinderella Castle's ongoing repainting project.
Disney World and Disneyland have released updated, clearer guidelines for their Attraction Queue Re-Entry policy, providing detailed instructions for guests needing to leave and rejoin queues. This up
The "Hurry Home" pre-show has returned to Disney California Adventure Park for Lunar New Year 2026, featuring a lost lantern, Mulan, and Mushu.
Universal Studios Japan is expanding its partnership with The Pokémon Company, announcing plans for new, highly interactive Pokémon experiences that will debut in Japan and then spread globally.
The Garden View Lounge - Tea Experience at Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa is returning on March 19, 2026, offering an Alice in Wonderland-themed afternoon tea with Twinings blends and special t
A 70-year-old woman, Ma de la Luz Mejia Rosas, died from a ruptured aneurysm weeks after becoming unresponsive on Universal Orlando's Revenge of the Mummy roller coaster. Her family seeks answers.
Universal Orlando Resort is set to launch a new 'Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift' roller coaster in 2027, replacing Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit and closing the existing 'Supercharged' ride.
Construction progresses at Walt Disney Studios Courtyard in Hollywood Studios, with new attractions set to open by summer 2026. Aerial photos reveal concrete pours and structural work.
A 70-year-old woman died after an incident on the Revenge of the Mummy ride at Universal Studios Orlando. The state reported she became unresponsive during the ride on November 25 last year. Her ident
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation may sell Michigan's Adventure and other parks, following trademark filings by Enchanted Parks Holdings LLC. The company is reviewing its portfolio to strengthen its
Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a second permit for general construction work at the Haunted Mansion in Magic Kingdom, indicating ongoing updates to the classic attraction.
Six Flags Qiddiya City, a new $1 billion theme park, has opened in Saudi Arabia, featuring the world's tallest and fastest rollercoaster. This marks a significant step for the kingdom's economic diver
Dozens of passengers were evacuated from the Disneyland monorail after a power loss on Thursday. About 60 people were safely removed, with no injuries reported. Anaheim Fire Department assisted park s
A fight over line jumping at Disneyland's Indiana Jones Adventure ride left one guest injured with a facial gash. Police are investigating the December 30 incident.