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  • Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland in Anaheim, California
    By Olivia Typaldos 14 hours ago

    What Disney Knows About You As Soon As You Enter The Park

    Disney Parks are popular around the world, and digital tools like apps can make them more enjoyable, but what do apps (and other tools) reveal about you?

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  • Rollercoasters at Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey on a summer day.
    By Rachel Means 2 days ago

    New Jersey's Six Flags Announces A Roller Coaster Opening In 2027 Will Break Numerous World Records

    Named after a mythological deep-sea creature, this gravity-defying roller coaster is set to be the fastest and tallest of its kind in the world.

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  • An aerial view of Le Monstre at La Ronda in Montreal
    By Jenna Kelley 3 days ago

    The Largest Of Canada's Wooden Roller Coasters Is A Twisted And Speedy Gem Located In Montreal

    This wooden roller coaster in Canada is one of the highest two-track thrill rides in the world and provides plenty of butterfly-inducing hills.

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  • Eerie remains of an abandoned amusement park
    By Tanya Sharma 4 days ago

    The Creepiest Abandoned Amusement Parks In The World

    Abandoned amusement parks can be surprisingly tantalizing for visitors, especially if you're a fan of dark tourism. These are the creepiest abandoned parks.

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  • A zipline tower featuring zipliners at Kersey Valley Attractions in Archdale, North Carolina.
    By Jen Theriault 10 days ago

    North Carolina's Thrilling Theme Park Near Greensboro Has Ziplines And One Of The Country's Best Haunted Attractions

    From soaring through the trees to experiencing one of America's standout haunted attractions, this North Carolina destination delivers year-round fun.

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  • Swinging carousel at Magic Mountain Six Flag in California
    By Jessica Stewart 16 days ago

    Six Flags' Clothing And Accessory Rules To Know Before Trying To Enter Its Amusement Parks

    Before you head to Six Flags for a fun day of roller coaster riding, be sure you aren't breaking these rules that can get you ejected from the amusement park.

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  • Empty bumper boats sitting in the water at CrackerJax amusement park in Arizona.
    By Ben M Stower 20 days ago

    What Arizona's Abandoned Amusement Park Could Have Been - And Here's Why It Shut Down

    From go-karts to bumper boats, this Scottsdale amusement park entertained Arizona families for decades. Now, a tech billionaire has big plans for the site.

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  • The circular Super Himalaya ride at Quassy Amusement & Waterpark
    By Nola Sarkisian-Miller 21 days ago

    Not Disney, Not Six Flags — This Unsung New England Gem Was Named The Most Affordable US Theme Park Of 2026

    This small park has roller coasters, kiddie rides, a water park, and even a lakeside beach for relaxing, and it all comes cheaper than you might imagine.

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  • An aerial view of Camelbeach Outdoor Waterpark
    By Jenna Kelley 21 days ago

    Pennsylvania's Largest Outdoor Waterpark Is A Family-Friendly Summer Getaway In The Pocono Mountains

    This 15-acre aquatic amusement park boasts the largest waterslide of its kind on Earth and the only pair of tandem bowl slides in the Northeast.

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  • The Monimo RUSH wooden roller coaster in the Everland amusement park in Yongin, South Korea
    By Reannon Muth 25 days ago

    The 9 Longest Wooden Roller Coasters In The World Are All Worth A Ride

    These record-breaking wooden roller coasters offer legendary thrills, nostalgic charm, and unforgettable rides that every coaster fan should experience.

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  • Fiesta Village Family Fun Park in Colton, CA
    By Bridget Gleeson 1 month ago

    California's Nostalgic Amusement Park Just Outside San Bernardino Is Permanently Closing In 2026

    Generations of Californians grew up visiting this Inland Empire attraction, but changing times are bringing its more than 50-year run to an end.

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  • Exterior view of the Mickey Mouse Disneyland train station, and the gardens and flowers in front of the building, in Hong Kong Disneyland resort in Hong Kong
    By Christine Pickering 1 month ago

    Not Florida, Not California: This Is Where You'll Find Disney's Smallest Resort Park

    Disney's smallest resort park clocks in at just 320 acres, offering hotels, attractions, and 40 different dining options in this Asian territory.

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  • View of glass-bottom boat tour at the Meadows Center for Water and the Environement, formerly Aquarena Springs amusement park in Texas
    By Rebekah Winters Barton 1 month ago

    These Once-Thriving Texas Amusement Parks Are Now Luring Nostalgic Adventurers

    Explore defunct Texas amusement parks, from Astroworld and Aquarena Springs to Joyland and FunPlex, that still lure nostalgic visitors today.

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  • Two lionesses lounge in Busch Gardens, Tampa Bay
    By Rebecca High 1 month ago

    Tampa Bay's Upcoming Wildlife Habitat Will Be One Of The City's Largest Projects Of Its Kind

    An amusement park in Florida that's already known for wildlife is getting a major upgrade to open a new habitat that will feature lions and hyenas.

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  • Overhead view of the Mammoth water coaster at Holiday World & Splashin' Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana
    By Jenna Busch 1 month ago

    The World's Longest Water Coaster Is An Iconic Gem In A Renowned Midwest Amusement Park

    If you're the type of person who likes water rides, you're going to love this record-breaking water coaster and the park it calls home.

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  • ArieForce One roller coaster at Fun Spot America Atlanta in Fayetteville, Georgia
    By Jenna Busch 1 month ago

    This Once-Bustling Southeast Amusement Park Near Atlanta Is Permanently Closing In Summer 2026

    This amusement park in in Fayetteville, Georgia is saying goodbye after decades of family fun and thrilling rides, offering one final nostalgic summer for fans.

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  • Aerial view of the Boardwalk and Baseball Amusement Park from 1989
    By Rene Bennett 1 month ago

    Between Orlando And Tampa Is Florida's Once-Visited Baseball-Themed Amusement Park That's Now A Shopping Center

    The area's baseball-related attractions are just a memory (as are the circus-related ones that preceded them), but it's never been more useful to residents.

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  • View of Sleeping Beauty Castle at Disneyland Resort in Anaheim
    By Erin De Santiago 1 month ago

    11 Most Popular Disneyland Restaurants, Ranked From Delicious To Forgettable

    Disneyland, California has a lot of restaurants in it, so we decided to take a look at the most popular ones and rank them from delicious to forgettable.

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  • A view of Cedar Point amusement park
    By Erika W. Smith 1 month ago

    North America's Tallest Roller Coaster Resides At This World-Renowned Ohio Amusement Park

    Adrenaline junkies who favor height above all else in their roller coasters will find the ride of their dreams, and serious air time, in Ohio.

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  • Low-angle view of the Pharos Lighthouse, the tower at the Port of Entry land inside Islands of Adventure, one of the theme parks that make up Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, USA, pictured here on a bright cloudless day
    By Christine Pickering 1 month ago

    The Iconic Universal Islands Of Adventure Restaurant That's Permanently Closing In 2026

    Get ready for a major change at a beloved theme park location. This summer, one of Florida's biggest attractions is shutting down this dining spot for good.

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  • Exterior side view of Cinderella Castle in the Fantasyland area of Magic Kingdom theme park at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, USA, pictured on a bright, cloudless day
    By Christine Pickering 2 months ago

    The Upsetting Reason Behind Disney's Big Wildlife Change That Travelers Are Sure To Notice

    Florida's Disney World is home to many live animals, especially in its Animal Kingdom, but one sad incident sparked changes seen across the park.

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  • Carowinds amusement park near Charlotte, North Carolina
    By Kareem Gantt 2 months ago

    North Carolina's Theme Park Near Charlotte Will Premiere A Record-Breaking Log Flume Ride In 2027

    In 2027, a theme park in North Carolina will unveil a thrilling log flume ride that will break three world records and provide family-friendly fun.

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  • An areal view of Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio
    By Kareem Gantt 2 months ago

    This Popular Texas Theme Park Is Getting A 'First-Of-Its-Kind' Family Roller Coaster In 2027

    There are a few roller coasters set to open in Texas within the next few years, but one stands out as a thrill ride that's accessible to the whole family.

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  • Front view of the Tree of Life at Disney's Animal Kingdom with a bright blue sky in background
    By Rebekah Winters Barton 2 months ago

    10 Animal Kingdom Restaurants, Ranked From Mouth-Watering To Skip-Worthy

    If you're heading to Walt Disney World's Animal Kingdom anytime soon, this ranking of every restaurant in the park will help you decide where to dine.

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  • Dilapidated water slides at the shut-down water park The Beach in Mason, Ohio
    By Rene Bennett 2 months ago

    What Ohio's Abandoned Water Park Could Have Been — And Here's Why It Shut Down

    This beloved Mason, Ohio, water park opened in 1985 and shut down in 2019. Why did this award-winning water park become abandoned after 30 years?

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  • The sign for Dollywood Resorts in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee
    By Jenna Busch 2 months ago

    Dollywood Parks And Resorts Ditch This Popular Payment Method In 2026, Leaving Travelers With Fewer Options

    Planning a trip to Dollywood? A major policy change at its resorts and water park could affect how you pay for food, shopping, and other purchases in 2026.

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  • The Hulk roller coaster at Universal Studios
    By Jenna Kelley 2 months ago

    What The Most Popular Amusement Parks Have In Common (And What They Don't)

    From dining to rides and parking, get help deciding between Disney and Universal Studios with this handy guide to the parks' differences and commonalities.

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