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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.

Technology Could Replace Animals at SeaWorld and Other Parks

Killer whale fish feed

SeaWorld’s just announced the newest attraction for its Orlando water park – and it poses an interesting question about the future of animals in marine parks. Backlash to the captivity of marine mammals has surged in recent years. Ever since the release of Blackfish (2010), activists and casual visitors alike have protested the likes of SeaWorld using animals such as dolphins, whales, ...

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“Terrible,” “Cheap” New Addition Divides Disney World Guests

Disney guests watching EPCOT Forever fireworks display

After many delays, Disney has finally debuted its newest fireworks spectacular at EPCOT – but not everyone is impressed. We may be approaching the end of Disney100, and Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary may be done and dusted, but the parks are still introducing new elements teased for both celebrations. The latest is “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” EPCOT’s newest ...

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Fire Breaks Out at Disneyland, Guests Removed

Disneyland Paris Cast members

A fire broke out today at one Disney theme park. From Anaheim to Tokyo, Disney Parks are known for offering some of the happiest, most magical experiences on earth. A combo of classic attractions like “it’s a small world” and Space Mountain, as well as newer staples like Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance and Guardians of the Galaxy: Mission ...

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Drones Likely Replacing Fireworks at Disney Parks, “There’s More to Come”

Magic Kingdom Fireworks explode in a dark sky over the castle

Get ready for more drones and less fireworks at Disney Parks. Nightly fireworks shows are as much a part of the Disney theme park experience as Mickey Mouse ears, churros, and “it’s a small world.” Since the first nighttime spectacular, Fantasy in the Sky, debuted at Disneyland Resort in 1958, Disneyland-style parks across the globe have embraced the tradition towards ...

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Disney World Announces Parade Change, Effective Next Month

Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom

A big change is coming to Festival Fantasy at Magic Kingdom. Like characters and fireworks, daily parades have been a Disney Park staple since Disneyland’s debut. Each of Disney’s resorts worldwide boasts at least one parade – with some even hosting multiple. Related: Disney Axes Nighttime Parades, “They’re Dead” Over the years, each of the four parks at Walt Disney ...

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