Outside the Disney Bubble
Disney Fanatic shares news and experiences that unfold outside of the Disney bubble, including news of Disney’s competitors and beyond.
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Jul- 2026 -10 July
We Need to Talk About What Is Happening Outside at Disney World Right Now
We love sharing the good stuff in this space. The food finds, the hidden gems, the little moments that make a Disney World trip feel like something you will talk about for years. But every once in a while something comes up that matters more than any churro recommendation or resort review, and this is one of those times. If you are visiting Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resort this week,
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9 July
Guests Stunned After Disturbing Drinking Water Warning Appears at Popular California Theme Park
For most theme park guests, grabbing a drink of water is one of those moments that barely registers. Between racing to the next coaster, cooling off during a warm California afternoon, and squeezing in one more attraction before the park closes, hydration is simply part of the routine. That's why a single sign spotted inside one of Southern California's most beloved amusement parks has suddenly be
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9 July
SeaWorld Orlando Just Made Halloween Horror Nights Look Over Its Shoulder
There is something that happens every year right around the middle of summer when the first Halloween event announcements start rolling in. The heat is still brutal, the sun is still relentless, and yet something shifts. You start thinking about cooler nights and fog machines and that specific feeling of walking through a haunted house with your heart in your throat. For those of us in the Orlando
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9 July
Universal Is Giving Guests Unlimited Theme Park Visits for Months—and Disney Fans Are Taking Notice
There are moments in the theme park industry that don't begin with a new roller coaster, a billion-dollar land, or a celebrity-filled grand opening. Instead, they arrive quietly—almost unnoticed—before fans suddenly realize the implications stretch far beyond a single announcement. For Florida locals, the relationship with Central Florida's theme parks has always been different. While vacationers
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9 July
Universal Kids Resort Is Hearing It From Guests, and the Park Is Making Changes
We talk a lot in this community about what makes a theme park visit truly great. The food, the atmosphere, the little details that make you feel like you stepped into a different world entirely. But there is one thing that does not always make it into the highlight reels and it matters more than almost anything else when you are there with young kids in the middle of summer. Comfort. The simple, u
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8 July
Universal Orlando Begins Halloween Horror Nights Transformation With Revenge of the Mummy
A small operational change at Universal Studios Florida is getting plenty of attention from theme park fans. Revenge of the Mummy has started using an outdoor extended queue, meaning some guests now begin their wait outside the attraction before entering the building. While Universal hasn't announced why the adjustment was made, many longtime visitors believe it's connected to preparations for Hal
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8 July
Epic Universe Isn’t Finished Yet: Universal Unveils New Milkshake Spot as More Changes Continue
There's something uniquely exciting about visiting a brand-new theme park before everything settles into place. One trip can feel completely different from the next, whether it's a new entertainment offering, an updated menu, or an unexpected addition tucked into a corner guests walked past just weeks before. That's been part of the appeal of Universal Orlando Resort's Epic Universe since opening.
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8 July
Epic Universe’s Pizza Obsession Just Went to a Whole New Level
The most talked-about pizza in Orlando theme park history just pulled a power move. Pizza Moon, the Celestial Park pizzeria that has had Epic Universe guests in a chokehold since opening day, is no longer making anyone come inside to get it. A brand-new pickup stand has appeared right outside the restaurant, and it changes the entire equation. Mobile order. Walk up. Take your pizza and run. That's
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7 July
Epic Universe Isn’t Ready to Replace Disney: Here’s Why
Ever since Epic Universe opened, one question has dominated theme park conversations: Is this finally the park that can replace Walt Disney World as Orlando's top destination? Universal deserves credit for creating something remarkable. Epic Universe features stunning themed lands, ambitious attractions, and an atmosphere unlike anything else at Universal Orlando Resort. Financially, it has alread
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7 July
Dollywood Issues Major Warning, Advises Guests To Avoid Specific Area of the Park
Plenty of Dollywood guests spend weeks planning their vacations, researching attractions, and deciding which rides deserve top priority. Even with all that preparation, one common habit continues to trip up visitors who are hoping to make the most of their day. Experienced parkgoers are increasingly pointing to the same mistake, saying it can cost guests valuable time without them even realizing i
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