Disney makes a deal
We start this week’s newsletter with great news for Disneyland cast members and fans.
We start this week’s newsletter with great news for Disneyland cast members and fans.
Disneyland workers ratify contract: The Disneyland Workers Rising bargaining team reported that the cast members it represents have voted to ratify a new three-year contract.
Earlier: Disneyland and its unions reach tentative contract deal
With that deal now in place, let’s look ahead to what is coming around the theme park industry.
Six Flags to offer chain-wide annual pass next year: Cedar Point said that admission to legacy Six Flags theme parks will be included with its Gold or Prestige Pass with the All Park Passport add-on next year. But is this a good idea for the parks and fans?
Universal brings back Leatherface for Halloween: Universal Studios Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights Creative Director John Murdy announced at Midsummer Scream the return of Texas Chainsaw Massacre for this year's Halloween Horror Nights.
Universal to open an all-female monster house for Halloween: It's gonna be ladies' night every night at Universal's Halloween Horror Nights this year. Universal has announced "Universal Monsters: Eternal Bloodlines" for the event, and it's an all-female scare.
You've got a choice in scares at Universal Orlando this fall: Universal Orlando also announced its next scare zones for Halloween Horror Nights - Duality of Fear and Demon Queens.
Knott's Scary Farm sets Elvira tribute: The Mistress of the Dark is returning to the big stage at Knott's Scary Farm - in a retrospective video show.
Disneyland's Haunted Mansion gets a reopening date
We have a new attraction opening this week, plus a few reveals of upcoming attractions.
UK park tries something unique with Gold Rush: We've got another roller coaster debut. Britain's Drayton Manor has opened its new Intamin family coaster, Gold Rush. The park calls it "the world's first-ever roller coaster with two unique multi-directional experiences."
First look at Universal Studios Singapore's Minion Land: Resorts World Sentosa is sharing some first looks its upcoming Minion Land at Universal Studios Singapore. Set for debut next year, the park's newest land will celebrate Universal's most popular current family franchise.
Dine with The Lion King aboard Disney's new cruise ship: Disney Cruise Line kicked off three days of reveals for its upcoming Disney Destiny, which sails from Florida starting in December 2025.
Now, on to the rest of the week’s news:
Can Disney learn something from Southwest Airlines? If you're a frequent Southwest flyer, you probably have heard the news that the airline will be doing away with its long-time open seating policy. What might this mean for Disney as it looks to accommodate better its guests?
United Parks previews its spring earnings report
On the Discussion Board: Bears and Elephants - Let's talk about the new Country Bear show.
Ticket deals
Disneyland is offering a three-day ticket deal this summer that starts as low as $47 a day for kids ages 3-9 and $78 a day for adults. And you do not have to visit on consecutive days. Here is where you can see all your options and buy, with a portion of your purchase going to support Theme Park Insider: Disneyland tickets.
Universal Orlando is offering two free days at IOA, Universal Studios Florida or even its Volcano Bay water theme park, with the purchase of a three-day ticket. That means you can get five days at Universal Orlando's theme parks starting as low as $256 per person. And these tickets are valid up until April of next year, so now's a great time to lock in a low price on Universal: Universal Orlando tickets.
At Universal Studios Hollywood, if you want to come back and visit Super Nintendo World and the 60th Anniversary Universal Studio Tour for a second day this summer, it won't cost you anything extra with this second-day-free deal. (Note that some blockout dates may apply on the return visit.) If you want the details and prices for the dates you want, visit our partner's Universal Studios Hollywood tickets page.
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Best wishes,
Robert Niles