A $2 billion theme park and resort complex is being built in northeast Oklahoma and is set to rival the world’s top resort destinations, officials announced on July 19. Known as the “American Heartland Theme Park and Resort,” the 1,000-acre development with a 125-acre theme park will be located just west of Grand Lake on Route 66 and will…
$2 Billion ‘American Heartland’ Theme Park Set to Rival World’s Top Resort Destinations
Germany’s Biggest Theme Park Reopens After Large Fire Forces Evacuation
BERLIN—Germany’s biggest theme park reopened to visitors on Tuesday after a large fire the day before sent a dense plume of black smoke billowing into the sky that was visible for miles. The Europa-Park in the town of Rust, near the French border, opened with only minor restrictions after the blaze Monday, the German news…
A Day at Family-Friendly Knott’s Berry Farm
October 5, 2022
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On a sunny October day, Knott’s Berry Farm—currently transformed into “Knott’s Spooky Farm”—reminded us why it remains a family-friendly destination. In the Calico Ghost Town, costumed children collected sweets at trick-or-treat stations. Friendly ghouls mingled with families and gladly posed for photos. In America’s original theme park, the atmosphere was relaxed, and everyone seemed happy….
Disneyland Suspends Sale of Magic Key Passes
May 31, 2022
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ANAHEIM, Calif.—Disney has suspended sales of its Magic Key annual pass program and is offering California residents a new three-day, one-park-per-day ticket this summer for Disneyland and California Adventure, park officials said Tuesday. The park rolled out the Magic Key program last August, with four choices ranging in cost from $399 to $1,399 per year….
Opening, Ticket Prices Announced for Peppa Pig Theme Park
WINTER HAVEN, Fla.—A standalone Peppa Pig theme park at the Legoland Florida Resort is set to open on Feb. 24, park officials announced Tuesday. Officials also announced ticket prices. A one-day ticket for the central Florida park will be $34.99 at the gate and $30.99 online. An annual pass costs $79.99. The new park is…
Report: Girl Wasn’t Buckled in Before Fatal Theme Park Fall
DENVER, Colo.—A 6-year-old Colorado girl who died in a fall from a theme park ride this month wasn’t wearing the seat belts, and operators of the vertical drop ride didn’t properly check the restraints before allowing it to begin, according to a report from state investigators. Wongel Estifanos fell 100 feet to her death from…
Beijing Opens Universal Studios in Rain, 10,000 Visitors Trash Resort in 3 Hours
September 23, 2021
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Beijing Universal Studios opened to the public on Sept. 20 after twenty years of preparation. The resort welcomed 10,000 visitors but trash was seen everywhere within three hours of opening. Chinese media criticized the resort for not arranging enough trash bins. But Chinese netizens said in comments on the reports that some Chinese people don’t…
Universal Studio Opens in Beijing After 2 Decades of Preparation
September 23, 2021
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Beijing Universal Studios opened to the public on Sept. 20 after twenty years of preparation. The resort welcomed 10,000 visitors but trash was seen everywhere within three hours of opening. Chinese media criticized the resort for not arranging enough trash bins. But Chinese netizens said in comments on the reports that some Chinese people don’t…
Universal Studios Hollywood Looking to Fill More Than 2,000 Jobs
June 1, 2021
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LOS ANGELES (CNS)—Universal Studios Hollywood announced June 1 it is looking to fill more than 2,000 jobs at the Universal City theme park, with a wide variety of full-time, part-time, seasonal and professional positions available. Jobs to be filled includes those in Attractions; Entertainment, including production assistants and show controllers; Guest Relations; Park Services; Wardrobe;…
Nabbing Tickets is a Rollercoaster Rush for Disneyland Fans
April 16, 2021
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Disneyland fans are flocking to their keyboards to nab reservations for the opening days of Disneyland in an effort they say has proved time consuming and stressful. “It was obscene,” said Disneyland devotee Nikki Melland, who said it took hours to secure her desired dates. “It was insane, for sure.” Disneyland will reopen April 30…
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