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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Jun- 2026 -11 June
Universal Just Slashed Epic Universe Ticket Prices Again, and Fans Think Something Bigger Is Happening
From massive opening-day crowds to viral social media videos showcasing everything from Super Nintendo World to the breathtaking worlds inspired by Harry Potter, Universal's newest theme park has captured the attention of fans across the globe. The excitement has been undeniable. The anticipation was years in the making. But as the summer season continues and the reality of operating a brand-new t
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11 June
Universal Orlando Revives ‘Nostalgia Era’ of the Park, Bringing Back ‘Jaws’ and Iconic Favorites
Universal Orlando Resort has no shortage of new experiences. Between Epic Universe and ongoing changes throughout the destination, the company has spent years focused on what comes next. At the same time, Universal has started looking back. Across the resort, guests are finding more tributes to the movies that helped launch Universal into theme park history. While newer franchises still dominate m
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10 June
Major Construction Is Underway at Universal Orlando Resort, and It Is Only the Beginning
There is a version of Volcano Bay at Universal that does not exist yet. It is being built right now, piece by piece, behind construction walls on the outer edge of the park, and new aerial photos have given the clearest look yet at how far along the project has come. For anyone with an Orlando trip this summer or a Volcano Bay day on the calendar, what is currently under construction is worth know
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10 June
Universal’s July 4 Celebration Just Got Bigger, but Guests May Be Facing a Holiday Headache
For theme park fans, few experiences feel as uniquely American as spending Independence Day surrounded by fireworks, music, and some of the most beloved attractions in the country. There’s something nostalgic about it. Families gather for annual traditions. Friends make summer memories. Longtime visitors return year after year to celebrate the holiday in a place designed around excitement, spectac
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10 June
Families Rushed to Buy Tickets as Universal Opens the Gates Early to Its Most Anticipated New Park
For years, theme park fans have watched the battle between Disney and Universal evolve into something much bigger than roller coasters and attractions. It's become a competition centered around experiences, immersion, and creating memories that families will talk about for years. Now, a new chapter is quietly unfolding in Texas—and families are already responding in a big way. What started as exci
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9 June
A Major Warning Sign for Disney? Universal’s New Kids Resort Is Seeing Demand Few Expected
For years, the theme park industry has been locked in a familiar battle. Bigger thrills. Bigger lands. Bigger investments. Every announcement seemed designed to answer the same question: how can parks attract the next generation of guests while keeping longtime fans engaged? But a surprising shift is unfolding in Texas. As families count down the days until Universal Kids Resort opens its gates on
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7 June
Universal Sets June 9 Deadline for Major Toon Lagoon Change at Islands of Adventure
For years, Toon Lagoon has remained one of the most colorful and unique corners of Islands of Adventure. While newer attractions and entire new lands often steal the spotlight, some of the park's original experiences continue to play an important role in the guest experience. One of those attractions is finally preparing for a comeback. Universal has confirmed that the refurbishment of Me Ship, Th
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7 June
Universal Permanently Removes Final Pieces of Opening-Day Islands of Adventure
For years, Lost Continent occupied a unique place inside Islands of Adventure. While newer additions grabbed headlines and attracted massive crowds, the land quietly remained one of the last surviving examples of Universal's original vision for the park. Today, that chapter is rapidly coming to an end. Construction walls, demolition projects, and expanding work zones have transformed much of Lost
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7 June
Lifetime Ban: Ohio Teen Tasered at Cedar Point and Banned From All Six Flags Parks After Midway Assault on Transgender Woman
A celebratory birthday trip to an iconic Ohio theme park quickly devolved into a public nightmare, resulting in a dramatic foot chase, a Taser deployment, and a historic corporate ban. On Tuesday, May 26, 2026, an 18-year-old high school student allegedly targeted and assaulted a transgender woman in the middle of a crowded midway at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio. Credit: Credit Point The suspect,
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6 June
Universal Built the Most Anticipated Theme Park in Years—Now Fans Want One Major Issue Fixed
For theme park fans, anticipation only lasts so long. When Universal Epic Universe first opened its gates, the excitement was unlike anything the industry had seen in years. Guests traveled across the country—and in many cases, across the world—to experience the newest major theme park in Orlando. Entire vacations were built around stepping into worlds inspired by Nintendo, Harry Potter, classic m
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