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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May- 2026 -19 May
The Sloth World Story Finally Has Something Worth Smiling About
If you have been following the Sloth World situation, you already know what the last several weeks have felt like. Every update from the Central Florida Zoo has carried weight. Four of the thirteen sloths rescued from the Orange County warehouse have died. Fifty-six sloths in total have perished since December 2024. A criminal investigation is open with no charges filed. The Florida Fish and Wildl
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18 May
Universal Orlando Finally Expands One of Epic Universe’s Most Unexpected Fan Favorites
Epic Universe has some of the most advanced rides Universal Orlando has ever built, but somehow one of the park’s biggest fan-favorite additions is a giant blue chocolate bear. And now guests are finally going to be able to meet him. Universal Orlando has confirmed that Captain Cacao will officially begin appearing in Celestial Park starting May 22, giving Epic Universe fans a brand-new character
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18 May
Universal’s $1 Billion ‘Harry Potter’ Experience Suddenly Ceases Normal Operations
Universal Orlando built Epic Universe around one major promise: bigger technology, larger immersion, and attractions unlike anything guests had ever seen before. No ride represents that goal more than Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry, the massive Wizarding World attraction that quickly became the centerpiece of the entire park. Now, however, fans are beginning to see one of the biggest
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18 May
Universal Moves E.T. Adventure To “Part-Time,” Ride Removed From Full-Time Lineup
Universal Orlando Resort has spent years evolving away from the version of Universal Studios Florida that longtime fans once knew. Entire themed areas have disappeared, classic attractions have been replaced, and newer thrill rides now dominate much of the park’s identity. But through all of those changes, one attraction has continued standing almost untouched: E.T. Adventure. Now, even that class
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17 May
Universal Orlando Guests Are Rethinking Summer 2026 Trips After New 5-Day Deal Appears
There was a time when most people treated Universal Orlando like a two-day vacation. One day at Islands of Adventure. One day at Universal Studios Florida. Maybe an extra stop at Volcano Bay if schedules allowed. That version of Universal Orlando is gone. With Epic Universe now open and summer crowds pouring into the parks, Universal has quietly become the kind of destination where guests can easi
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17 May
Universal Orlando Confirms JAWS and Ghostbusters Return After Years Missing From the Parks
Universal Orlando has changed dramatically over the last decade. Entire lands have disappeared, new worlds have taken their place, and the resort has evolved into something far bigger than many fans ever imagined during the early Universal Studios Florida years. But while Universal continues charging toward the future with Epic Universe, new coaster technology, and immersive themed lands, the comp
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17 May
Storm Damage Forces Dollywood Into Unexpected Summer Emergency
At most theme parks, summer is supposed to be about excitement. Water parks reopen, crowds surge through the gates, and resorts enter the busiest stretch of the entire year. That is exactly what is happening right now at Dollywood as the Tennessee destination launches another packed summer season. But while guests rush toward wave pools and roller coasters, Dollywood is simultaneously dealing with
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17 May
End of an Era: Universal Orlando Shutdowns Leave Just One Opening Day Attraction Remaining
Universal Studios Florida has changed so much over the years that many guests barely recognize the park that first opened back in 1990. Entire lands have disappeared, iconic attractions have been demolished, and the original “ride the movies” concept has slowly transformed into something much bigger, louder, and far more franchise-focused. For a lot of longtime fans, though, there was still one co
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16 May
Universal Orlando’s Next Era Is Arriving, but Saying Goodbye to These Classics Won’t Be Easy
For decades, Universal Orlando Resort has thrived on a delicate balance between nostalgia and reinvention. Guests return year after year not just for new roller coasters or cutting-edge technology, but for the emotional connection built through shared memories, traditions, and experiences that somehow begin to feel timeless. That’s why fans are noticing something very different happening across th
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16 May
Report: Universal Orlando Sued After “Dangerous” Situation at Resort
A Universal Orlando Resort fixture has been named in yet another lawsuit. According to a legal complaint filed on May 8, an alleged incident happened at the Florida theme park destination on May 11, 2024, that left a guest “seriously injured.” The incident occurred near the exit area leading to the parking garages at Universal CityWalk, the entertainment and dining district connecting
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