Disney leads again, but can it stay there?
Let's look at the annual industry attendance report, as readers debate the future of theme parks in Orlando.
It's time again for the release of the annual TEA/AECOM Theme Index attendance report, this time presented by Storyland Studios. There are no surprises at the top of the list (Disney, again), but things get interesting when you dive into the numbers and make comparisons to years prior.
Disney leads global theme park attendance, again: Disney continued to lead the global theme park industry in attendance in 2023, as recovery in China helped boost the world's top 25 parks to a more than 20% increase in visitors last year. See the top 20 lists for the world and North America, as well as our readers' reactions.
How can fans save their favorite Disney attraction? Following last week's D23 reveals, some Muppet fans are trying to rally public support to save Walt Disney World's Muppet*Vision 3D show. That raises the question, how can fans save their favorite Disney attractions from being closed?
Who's winning the future in Orlando - Disney or Universal? Are you looking forward more to Universal's Dark Universe or Disney's Villains Land? How about additional Epic Universe lands to Harry Potter, How to Train Your Dragon and Nintendo? Or do you prefer Disney World's upcoming line-up of Monsters, Inc., Cars, Encanto and Indiana Jones? Join us for this week's reader vote and debate.
Walt Disney World makes a change on its Peter Pan ride: Walt Disney Imagineering has unveiled its latest attempt to replace insensitive racial stereotypes in Disney's theme parks.
A new 'Coco' show is coming to Disneyland: Disneyland is bringing a new Coco show to its Plaza de la Familia at Disney California Adventure this year.
First look inside Disney's biggest cruise ship: Disney Cruise Line has shared a first look at concept images for the Imagination Garden on its upcoming Disney Adventure cruise ship.
Two more new coasters set for Six Flags parks in 2025: Six Flags has announced two new roller coasters for the 2025 season, led by a record-setting dive coaster.
First look: Six Flags' take on The Conjuring Universe: The Conjuring Universe will be open at Six Flags Magic Mountain in California, Six Flags Great Adventure in New Jersey and Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags Fiesta Texas for Six Flags Fright Fest this year. We have some first-look concept images and descriptions to share.
Time for a European summer roadtrip, starting at Liseberg: Sweden's Liseberg first opened in 1923, but has added a number of high-profile attractions and thrill rides over the past two decades that puts it on par with some of the biggest and most popular theme parks in Europe. Join Russell Meyer for the first installment of his 2024 European trip report.
European road trip, part 2 - Legoland Billund: If you're a fan of Lego, Billund is Mecca, and the Legoland here is the original theme park that has spawned other Legoland parks around the world.
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Best wishes for a great week,
Robert Niles