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Jul- 2025 -20 July
Is Disney World in Danger? Magic Kingdom Empty, Fails To Draw Summer Crowds
Walt Disney World Resort should be in the middle of its busy summer season, but recent reports suggest crowds aren’t showing up at Magic Kingdom Park. Despite the early debut of a highly anticipated nighttime parade, the flagship park was described as a “ghost town” on Saturday, July 19. A surprise performance of the brand-new Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away parade was held on Friday, July
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20 July
Trump’s New Bill Has Surprise Tourism Tax at a Time When Theme Parks Are Struggling Nationwide
Tourism Tax Introduced Under Trump's Bill Donald Trump’s recently enacted “One Big Beautiful Bill” has introduced a $250 Visa Integrity Fee for international visitors, raising alarm within the travel industry. This non-refundable fee is expected to apply to all international travelers, creating an additional financial burden during a challenging time for tourism in the United States. The implicati
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20 July
Theme Park Karen Loses Her Mind, Banned from 50+ Theme Park Locations Until 2123
In an unusually firm response to a disturbing act of racism on park property, Knott’s Berry Farm has issued a 99-year ban to a guest who hurled racial slurs and threats at a Latino family during a ride incident on July 12. The shocking event came to public attention after a Reddit user posted a firsthand account of what happened on the Dragon Swing attraction in Fiesta Village—and the post quickly
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20 July
Guests Melting at Magic Kingdom? Brutal Florida Heat Turns Theme Park Visit Into Survival Game
For the third consecutive day, Walt Disney World guests are facing oppressive heat as the National Weather Service has issued yet another Heat Advisory for Central Florida. With “feels like” temperatures reaching a staggering 110°F, the area remains under a major to extreme heat risk that continues to pose health concerns for tourists and locals alike. Central Florida’s Heat Wave Inten
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20 July
Soft Openings at Disney World: A Response to Past Opening Failures
Implementing Soft Openings at Disney Parks Disney World has initiated soft openings as a strategic move to introduce new attractions gracefully. The primary aim of these soft openings is to create a controlled environment that allows guests and cast members to acclimate before the official launch. By deploying this approach, Disney can identify and troubleshoot potential issues early, enhancing ov
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20 July
Magic Kingdom Guests Spot Growing Hole at Park, Concern Grows
Walt Disney World Resort guests have noticed something unusual near Magic Kingdom Park: a growing hole in the ground. However, the pit is just one piece of the largest-ever expansion at the original Central Florida Disney park. The ongoing Magic Kingdom expansion project includes the construction of a new Disney Villains land “beyond Big Thunder Mountain Railroad” and a reimagining of Tom Sawyer I
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19 July
Dollywood Hit With Safety Violations, Update Given on Dolly Parton’s Theme Park
Dollywood has long been praised for its warm atmosphere, sweeping views of the Smoky Mountains, and deep ties to the legacy of Dolly Parton. With hand-pulled taffy, cast-iron skillets sizzling with cinnamon bread, and local artisans blowing glass or carving wood on-site, the park delivers not just thrills but a true taste of Appalachian culture. But a recent safety investigation is drawing new att
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19 July
EPCOT Eatery Slammed as “Appalling” by Disney World Visitors
Not every update at Walt Disney World lands the way Imagineers hope. For EPCOT, a park built on evolution, change is expected—but lately, not always welcomed. Since opening in 1982, EPCOT has gone through several identity shifts. Once focused on edutainment and global culture, the park has leaned more heavily into Disney IP in recent years. When the company announced a bold multi-year transformati
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19 July
Six Flags Park To Be Sold, Permanent Closure Date Confirmed
Six Flags America has survived hurricanes, rebrands, and ownership changes—but some of its parks won’t survive the company’s merger. Just over a year after Six Flags and Cedar Fair finalized their $8 billion merger, the new leadership is making sweeping changes. What was branded as a “merger of equals” has already resulted in closures, layoffs, and restructured management. Now, one of the chain’s
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19 July
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away to Preview Tonight with Two Exclusive Showings
Disney fans are in for an unexpected treat tonight as Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will make its debut in two exclusive preview performances at 9:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m., ahead of its highly anticipated official opening tomorrow, Saturday, July 20. A Magical Show Emerges While the full details of the show remain under wraps, the preview performances offer a thrilling first glimpse of the
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