Epic news and epic surprises
More on the aftermath of the Six Flags/Cedar Point deal, plus a big leak from Universal and a sneak peek of a new Disneyland attraction.
Remember just one week ago, when Six Flags and Cedar Fair were competing amusement park companies that had said no to one taking over the other?
Fun times, huh? Well, November 2023 has brought us into a whole new world for the themed entertainment business, as Six Flags and Cedar Fair prepare to join forces. Will this merger affect market leaders Disney and Universal in any way? Or, as so often seems the case, will SeaWorld end up taking the hit when its industry rivals make a move?
We have plenty of coverage of the merger this week for you on Theme Park Insider.
Who's ready for Six Flags Cedar Point? First, the leak.
Cedar Fair, Six Flags announce merger deal: Then, the confirmation.
How will Cedar Fair and Six Flags fit together? Plenty of analysis and reader reaction.
Which parks will close in Cedar Fair/Six Flags deal? And speculation on what likely will be the toughest question of all following the deal.
What's next from the leaders
Universal partner shares first look at new Orlando hotels: Universal Orlando's hotel partner - Loews Hotels - jumped the gun today and apparently accidentally posted the website for the one of resort's new South Campus hotels. Yes, we have the pictures... and the leaked opening date.
An Insider's tour through Disneyland's new, old-school Treehouse: Disneyland’s Treehouse is back, but it’s not the home of the Swiss Family Robinson anymore. Yet there is an aspiring S.E.A. member in the house. Come take a tour with us... and Walt Disney Imagineering's Kim Irvine.
Here is the link to Disneyland's big ticket discount for kids: A rare opportunity to buy Disneyland tickets at a discount for holiday gift-giving is now live.
Plus:
Ready for the holidays yet?
What's happening for the holidays at America's theme parks? It's time again for the holiday season at America's top theme parks. To help you plan when and where to go, here is our list of this year's theme park holiday events and their dates, including Disney, Universal, and more.
SeaWorld sets its line-up for 2023 Christmas Celebration: One of Christmas' supporting characters will be getting a new starring role in this year's Christmas Celebration at SeaWorld Orlando.
More news...
Six Flags calls on Kid Flash for two new children's coasters
Legoland shows off first attraction for Chinese theme park
Disney confirms multi-billion-dollar Comcast deal
Round-up: Time for some "ground-breaking" theme park news
...And discussion
Richard Zimmerman calls... what do you tell the New Six Flags CEO?
Who should be in the next class of Disney Legends?
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Next week is the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, and Disney’s World of Frozen press event in Hong Kong. Stay tuned for coverage of both!
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Robert