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DeSantis Announces Release of Another Animal from Florida Theme Park Amid Ongoing Controversy

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SeaWorld has freed yet another of its marine mammal residents. The debate over whether theme parks should use animals for entertainment is louder than ever in Florida right now. Related: SeaWorld Makes Massive, Historical Orca Change, Debuting Soon While SeaWorld has always sat at the center of this debate (thanks in no small part to the damage Blackfish (2013) did ...

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Disney Bans Specific Footwear at Florida Theme Park: What You Need to Know

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Walt Disney World has issued a new safety warning to guests visiting the Florida theme parks. Related: Fan-Favorite Spot Closes Forever at Universal Studios Orlando Following multiple incidents at Walt Disney World, guests are now being advised against wearing specific types of footwear while visiting. These new warnings were spotted by guests who noticed them while strolling through The Land ...

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Beloved Corner Shutters Permanently at Universal Studios Orlando

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A longtime location will soon be closing at Universal Studios. Related: After 42 Years, Disney World Announces Rebranding of “EPCOT” An infamous location found at Universal Orlando has been confirmed to close permanently, following a long list of other closures at the theme park. Over the last few months, several rides and attractions have shut down at Universal Orlando, with ...

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Universal Studios Announces Closure of Iconic Ride in 2024

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A famous ride in Orlando, Florida, is set to close for an extended amount of time. Related: Disney Confirms Future of ‘Bluey’ Amid Cancellation Rumors The Universal Orlando Resort is home to an incredible amount of rides and attractions, some of which are considered to be the best in the country. Newer additions like Hagrid’s Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure and ...

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Controversial Florida Theme Park Offers Free Entry to Select Guests

Guests look at dolphins at SeaWorld

One of the most controversial theme parks in Florida has revealed that guests can get into the park for free from next month – on one condition. For decades, SeaWorld Orlando has generated controversy with its use of orcas and dolphins for entertainment. Whales such as Tilikum – the killer whale subject of the documentary Blackfish (2013), who was involved in three ...

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SeaWorld Controversy: Major Victory Celebrated as Florida Theme Park is Canceled

A sea lion on a rock by a pool at Sea World Orlando

Animal rights group PETA celebrated a major win in its ongoing mission to cancel marine theme parks such as SeaWorld Orlando. While most people first became aware of animal rights activists fighting SeaWorld with the release of Blackfish (2013), the documentary is just the tip of the iceberg. Tragic though the life and suffering of Tilikum – the killer whale who famously ...

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Eviction Standoff: Florida Theme Park Stays Open, Defies Closure Expectations

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A month after receiving its eviction notice – and two days after it was supposed to close down for good – the most controversial theme park in Florida continues to operate. You could argue that there have been multiple contenders for the title of “Florida’s most controversial theme park” in recent years, thanks to Walt Disney World’s ongoing legal spats ...

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