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 -6 June
As Fast & Furious Nears Opening, Universal Guests Are About To Encounter Something Entirely New
There’s a certain feeling that comes with watching a major new roller coaster rise above a theme park skyline. For months, guests visiting Universal Studios Hollywood have watched towering steel track take shape on the hillside above the park. Construction walls have fueled speculation, testing has sparked excitement, and every new update has given fans another reason to wonder just how far Univer
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6 June
Universal Drops Iconic Monsters, Confirms First-Ever Anime Haunted House for Popular Horror Attraction
Universal has spent years transforming its horror events into some of the biggest attractions in the theme park industry. Halloween Horror Nights alone now pulls massive crowds every season, but the company’s plans clearly stretch far beyond a few months in the fall. That vision keeps growing with Universal’s newest horror announcement. Several haunted houses and live entertainment offerings have
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6 June
Finally Some Good News for the Sloths Who Survived the Deadly Orlando Attraction
The Sloth World story has been one of the hardest ones to follow in the Central Florida animal welfare space over the past several months, and anyone who has been reading the updates from the Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens since April knows exactly what that means. Thirteen two-toed sloths arrived at the Zoo on April 24 after being rescued from Sloth World, the Ocala-area attraction tha
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5 June
Universal Backtracks After Rumors Spread Over New Ride Opening
A brief website update sparked confusion among Universal Studios Hollywood fans. Universal Studios Hollywood has spent the past year increasingly promoting Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, a new coaster based on the blockbuster film franchise. The attraction is expected to be one of the resort's biggest additions in years and its first high-speed outdoor roller coaster. The ride has become a regul
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5 June
Guests Across Las Vegas Felt the Ground Move—Just Miles From Universal’s New Horror Experience
For millions of visitors, Las Vegas is a place built on spectacle. Towering resorts, immersive attractions, dazzling entertainment, and increasingly ambitious themed experiences have transformed the city into far more than a gambling destination. It’s become a place where guests expect the unexpected—but usually in the best possible way. That’s why Thursday afternoon felt different. Across the Las
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5 June
Universal Addresses Biggest Fear Surrounding Its New Theme Park Entry System
For years, British theme park fans have watched from afar. They've seen the massive expansions in Orlando, the excitement surrounding new attractions in Japan, and the global reach of Universal's growing portfolio of destinations. While millions of UK guests have dreamed about experiencing those parks firsthand, doing so often meant booking expensive flights, hotels, and international vacations th
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5 June
Universal Reviews Strict New ‘Cap System’ Following Backlash Over Epic Universe Crowds
Epic Universe has been open for more than a year, yet crowds show no sign of slowing. Universal Orlando Resort's newest theme park continues drawing visitors in huge numbers, creating long waits and packed walkways that have become familiar sights for many guests. What began as excitement over a major theme park debut has evolved into a larger discussion about crowd control. While Universal has no
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4 June
Universal Soft Opens Mega Movie Parade With Unexpected 2026 Changes
Summer entertainment season has officially started at Universal Studios Florida, and it happened a little earlier than many fans expected. The Universal Mega Movie Parade soft opened on June 3, giving guests an unexpected chance to experience one of Universal Orlando Resort's largest entertainment offerings before its scheduled return. For visitors who happened to be in the park, the surprise perf
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3 June
A New Era Is Unfolding at Universal—and the Theme Park Industry May Never Look the Same
For decades, Disney set the pace. When a major theme park project was announced, when a groundbreaking attraction debuted, or when an entirely new destination opened its gates, the industry typically followed Disney’s lead. Fans expected it. Competitors reacted to it. But something feels different now. Across social media, theme park communities, and industry circles, a growing conversation has em
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3 June
Universal Orlando Ends Months of Construction at Hogwarts Castle
Few locations at Universal Orlando are photographed more often than Hogwarts Castle. The towering landmark sits above Hogsmeade and serves as the visual centerpiece of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. It is often the first thing guests notice when they enter the land, and for many visitors, it remains one of the most memorable sights anywhere in the resort. That is why so many fans were paying
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