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‘Jurassic’ Theme Park Experience Has Recreated Entire 1993 Film in Meticulous Detail

Robert Muldoon (Bob Peck) hunting the raptors in 'Jurassic Park' (1993)

Universal Products & Experiences and Saber Interactive have offered the most detailed look yet at their upcoming video game “Jurassic Park: Survival,” and for fans of Steven Spielberg’s 1993 blockbuster, it might be the closest thing to stepping inside the original film — even more so than any of the attractions at the Universal Studios theme park resorts. The newly ...

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Carowinds Is Officially Closing to All Guests

Fury 325 coaster track at Carowinds

For more than 50 years, Carowinds has been a cornerstone of the Carolinas’ entertainment landscape. The 400-acre park, which straddles the North and South Carolina border, has drawn millions of visitors with its towering roller coasters, water slides, and seasonal events. Families, thrill-seekers, and longtime locals alike often view the park as a summer tradition. Yet this weekend, fans eager ...

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Proposed Law Seeks to Enhance Transparency for Theme Park Visitors

Cedar Point theme park

Overview of the New Legislation The state of Ohio is poised to transform the theme park experience with the introduction of the Real-Time Ride Status Notification Act. This new legislation, proposed by State Representative Sean Patrick Brennan, aims to provide more transparency for guests visiting theme parks. This law’s central premise is that theme parks must provide real-time updates on ...

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One of Universal’s Theme Parks Will Lock Down Early in September

Islands of Adventure on a bright, sunny day.

Attention Universal fans: September just got a lot trickier for anyone planning to hit Islands of Adventure after 6 p.m. On Tuesday, September 16, and Thursday, September 18, Universal Orlando’s adrenaline-packed park will be closing its gates at 6:00 p.m., cutting short what could have been an epic evening of rides, wizardry, and Jurassic thrills. No official word has been ...

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Kids Watch as Police Tackle Their Mom, Who Tried To Sneak Into Universal Studios Without Paying

A woman in bodycam footage who was tackled and arrested at Universal Orlando Resort

Earlier this month, bodycam footage of a March 2024 incident at Universal Orlando Resort emerged on YouTube. In the video, children watched as a police officer tackled their mother, who allegedly entered Universal Studios Florida without a valid theme park ticket. Credit: Universal According to the video, posted by the Cop Action On Cam channel, Universal Orlando Resort security noticed ...

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Stakeholders Weigh In on Bob Chapek’s Possible Return to Theme Park Management

Bob Chapek Bob Iger Disney Logo

Current Challenges in the Theme Park Industry The theme park industry faces significant hurdles as attendance and revenue decline. Recent data indicates that Six Flags, known as North America’s largest theme park company, experienced a staggering $100 million drop in revenue in the second quarter alone. Attendance plummeted by nine percent, with season pass purchases also down by eight percent. ...

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