A fire hit LEGOLAND yesterday, leaving several sections of one land in ruins. Theme parks and their attractions are built to strict safety codes to ensure the well-being of guests and employees alike, but things can (and do) still go awry sometimes. In the past few months, we have reported on everything from a bicycle collision with a bus at ...
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Immediate Rule Change Hits Universal After Bad Guest Behavior
One Universal Studios location has made a major change to a long-standing park rule, specifically aimed at guests visiting from overseas. With five resorts dotted across the globe, Universal offers a range of movie-inspired experiences for both kids and kids at heart. While Universal Orlando Resort is its biggest location (with two theme parks, a water park, and a third ...
Read More »California Theme Park Drops Bombshell: All Line Cutting, Line Jumping Banned for Life
A famous and beloved California theme park has banned all forms of line jumping and what many call “line holding” immediately. Theme Park News: Knott’s Berry Farm in California Bans Line Jumping and Line Holding Nestled in Buena Park, California, Knott’s Berry Farm sprawls across 57 acres, equivalent to 2,500,000 square feet of adventure. Under the ownership and operation of ...
Read More »Children Among Victims in Deadly Theme Park Accident: Authorities Launch Investigation
In a tragic and horrifying theme park accident, nearly three dozen guests, including children, were killed this weekend as an entire nation goes into mourning. Related: Hundreds of Disney Cast Members Barred From Park Entry: Speculation Abounds Theme Park Accident: Amusement Park Goes Up in Flames as Nearly 3 Dozen, Including Children, Sadly Lose Their Lives A tragic fire erupted ...
Read More »Widespread Warning Issued by Florida Attorney General, All Visitors Should Take Note
The Florida Attorney General will be joined by other state officials on Thursday, May 23, 2024, as the “100 Deadly Days of Summer” are discussed. The Sunshine State is known to many as the home of the most visited theme park resort in the world. Walt Disney World Resort, which opened over five decades ago in 1971, has attracted millions ...
Read More »Florida Theme Park Withdraws Restraining Order Against Government, May Still Permanently Close
A Florida theme park facing eviction has officially withdrawn its bid for a restraining order against the local government.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: ...
Read More »Unprecedented Chaos at Universal: Guests Denied Water, Team Members Struggle to Control Crowds
It would seem that Universal Studios Hollywood had a rough time during an Annual Passholder preview event, leading to zero water for guests and chaos that erupted amongst hundreds of people, leading to long wait times and more. Universal Studios Hollywood Butchers Annual Passholder Event: Chaos Erupts as No Water and Large Crowds Leads to Team Members Taking Action A ...
Read More »Closure Update: Controversial Florida Theme Park Fights Government Mandate, Update Given
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 ...
Read More »Theme Park Guest Gets Violent, Draws Blood Over Height Restrictions
A guest has been arrested after lashing out over height restrictions at the theme park. Whether it’s Disney World or Six Flags, rules exist for a reason in theme parks. The majority of these are related to the safety of both guests and theme park workers – which is why parks tend to crack down so hard when they’re broken. ...
Read More »Unexpected Closure to Affect All Guests Visiting Universal Studios Orlando
One of Universal Studios’ newest experiences has closed. Related: Fate of ‘Jurassic Park’ Opening Day Attraction Decided After Guest Discovers Shocking Update With a wide array of thrill rides, family attractions, incredible live shows, and an immense amount of shopping opportunities, there’s plenty to enjoy at the Universal Orlando Resort. Guests will find two theme parks located here: Universal’s Islands ...
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