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Chloë is a theme park addict and self-proclaimed novelty hunter. She's obsessed with all things Star Wars, loves roller coasters (but hates Pixar Pal-A-Round), and lives for Disney's next Muppets project.

Universal Doubles Down on Child Ban After Viral Incident

The globe at the Universal Studios Japan entrance

One Universal Studios theme park has clarified rules restricting guests from certain areas after an onslaught of rule-breaking youngsters was caught on camera. Like any private property, theme parks have strict rules designed to make the experience as enjoyable (and safe) as possible for guests and employees alike. While some of these rules are obvious, such as not engaging in ...

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Florida Theme Park Withdraws Restraining Order Against Government, May Still Permanently Close

Tokitae killer whale and trainer at Miami Seaquarium

A Florida theme park facing eviction has officially withdrawn its bid for a restraining order against the local government. From Walt Disney World Resort to Universal Orlando Resort, Florida is packed with theme parks. While these parks contribute massively to the state’s economy, that doesn’t mean the state itself isn’t occasionally at odds with the businesses behind each location. Related: ...

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Disney Parks Slapped With $1.4 Million Fine by Government Over “Seriously Damaging” Move

A guest waves at Mickey Mouse on a parade float at Disneyland Paris

Two Disney theme parks were slapped with a massive $1.4 million fine this week. Since opening Disneyland Park in 1955, Disney’s theme parks have remained a reliable source of income for The Walt Disney Company. Currently, it operates five resorts worldwide (its sixth, Tokyo Disney Resort, is technically operated by The Oriental Land Company), with its cumulative parks revenue totaling ...

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Closure Update: Controversial Florida Theme Park Fights Government Mandate, Update Given

Trainer on orca at Miami Seaquarium

The most controversial theme park in Florida isn’t going down without a fight. Theme park controversies aren’t rare. Over the years, we’ve seen Walt Disney World Resort engage in multiple public spats with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (due in no small part to its opposition of the governor’s “don’t say gay” bill in 2021), as well as SeaWorld battle accusations ...

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Franchise Forward: New ‘Star Wars’ Project Includes More LGBTQIA+ Representation

New Star Wars

The latest Star Wars release continues to push the franchise into a more inclusive space by introducing a new non-binary character. Star Wars: Tales of the Empire premiered on Disney+ over the weekend to mark Star Wars Day. The new animated anthology series focuses on Barriss Offee (Meredith Salenger) and Morgan Elsbeth (Diana Lee Inosanto) during the Imperial Era and has ...

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