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Report: 65-Year-Old Disney Ride Leaves Guests Damaged, Bruised

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Is Disneyland Resort‘s Matterhorn Bobsleds ride damaging guests? A recent report reveals painful injuries caused by the 65-year-old roller coaster. History and Significance of the Matterhorn Ride The Matterhorn Bobsleds, which opened its doors in 1959, holds a notable place in the history of the Disneyland Resort. As one of the park’s most iconic attractions, it stands out not only ...

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Disney’s Matterhorn Bobsleds Remains Unbearable Despite Recent Upgrades

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The Matterhorn Bobsleds, a classic Disney ride that debuted in 1959, has drawn longstanding complaints about discomfort. Guests frequently voice dissatisfaction regarding the rough ride experience, citing a lack of smoothness that contrasts sharply with modern roller coasters. The Matterhorn has been dubbed the “spine adjuster” by some due to its jolting turns and lack of cushioning. Recent upgrades aimed ...

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This Iconic Disney Ride Has Been Labeled “Consumer of Phones”

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Disney rides provide fun ways to disconnect from the realities of life. However, most people don’t want to disconnect from their technology in the process. The Matterhorn Bobsleds attraction at Disneyland Resort in California has gained an unexpected reputation among guests as the “consumer” of phones. This iconic ride is known for its thrills, stunning alpine setting, and, unfortunately, its ...

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Fans Accuse Disneyland of “Murder” Via Classic Ride

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Guests are reporting backaches and neck pain on a classic Disney ride — and according to some Disneyland fans, the aches and pains caused by this ride border on murderous! The Disneyland ride known as Matterhorn Bobsleds is a classic Disneyland theme park roller coaster that has existed for more than 60 years (and that became Disneyland’s first thrill ride). ...

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Beloved Disney Attraction Officially Reopens (Plus Popular Attractions Closing This Summer)

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Construction walls have been taking over the Disney Parks ahead of the summer season. All eyes have been on the end of a Disney era—Splash Mountain is gone for good, and Tiana’s Bayou Adventure is stirring up soul-quenching tunes and visuals as we speak. While the log flume ride swap may seem like the biggest news at the Disney Parks, ...

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A Beloved Disney Ride Is Closing Indefinitely

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While it can be disappointing, dealing with either a Walt Disney World Resort or a Disneyland Resort attraction or ride closure is part and parcel of the Disney experience. As a part of being able to meet the safety standards set forth and ensure that every Theme Park and Disney Park Guest has a safe time at the Disney Parks ...

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‘Disney is a Gamble’: Parent Says Disney ‘Isn’t for Little Kids.’

Even though Disney is known to be the site of family-friendly vacations, one parent posits the Parks are not for toddlers. Going to a Disney Park is an experience to be treasured. The Walt Disney World Resort and its Parks: Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Disney’s Hollywood Studios, and Disney’s Animal Kingdom, are one of the best places for a Disney vacation. The Disney ...

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Huge Wait Times Tracked as Beloved Disney Park Attraction Reopens

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It’s always an exciting day when a Disney Park attraction reopens after being closed for refurbishment, with Guests flocking to enjoy it. Visiting Walt Disney World Resort, whether Magic Kingdom Park, EPCOT, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, or Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Florida, or Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park in Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Southern California, is always an experience to write ...

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Disney Announces Iconic Ride’s Return

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In a move that will please many Disney fans and Guests, Disney has announced the return date for a classic ride. Many rides at the Walt Disney World Resort, the Disneyland Resort, and the other Disney Parks, are routinely closed for refurbishment. Each of these rides returns in a staggered schedule for reopening so that Guests can still enjoy the ...

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Disney Reveals Plans to Close ‘Expedition Everest’ Again

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The popular snowy roller coaster ride that closed in January of 2022 and reopened in April might not be open again in the Animal Kingdom Disney Park for long. Apparently, the Walt Disney Company has started the process of closing Expedition Everest again by filing construction permits in order to carry out more renovations and refurbishments for Expedition Everest: Legend ...

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