New Harry Potter land, plus the secret to Disneyland's success
The IAAPA Expo is underway in Orlando, and we are on site to bring you the latest news from the theme park industry's biggest annual event. Plus more news from around the world.
IAAPA Expo News
Robert is in Orlando this week for the 2022 IAAPA Expo. Follow our social media for more news Wednesday, in addition to our reports from Tuesday.
Next-Generation of Stand-Up Roller Coaster Train Debuts: Tuesday morning kicked off with the reveal of the new stand-up coaster train for SeaWorld Orlando's Pipeline: The Surf Coaster.
Universal Studio Beijing Leads the 2023 Thea Awards: Universal’s newest park won three honors from the Themed Entertainment Association. We’ve got the complete list of winners, which include three honors for Disney.
Coming Wednesday: More from the IAAPA Expo show floor, plus Bob Rogers’ Legends panel on the 40th anniversary of Epcot, with a Disney farewell from Bob Weis.
Holidays Cheer
Holiday Celebrations Reveal the Secret to Disneyland's Success: With all the complaints about Lightning Lane and reservation requirements, how can Disney keep filling its theme parks and making record amounts of money? A visit to Disneyland for the start of its annual Holidays event may have provided the answer.
Business News
Attendance, Revenue Plummet at Six Flags: The biggest drop in the theme park business is no longer on Kingda Ka. It's Six Flags' attendance and revenue.
Walt Disney World Changes Ticket Prices to Vary by Park: You'll have to pay more for a one-day visit to some Walt Disney World theme parks than for others, starting next month.
Legoland Parent Looks to NBA for New CEO: Legoland owner Merlin Entertainments has appointed former NBA executive Scott O'Neil as the company's new CEO.
Coming and Going
Warner Bros. Theme Park to Open New Harry Potter Land: Miral and Warner Bros. Discovery have announced that Miral's Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi on Yas Island will open a Harry Potter-themed land. No opening date yet.
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Best wishes for the week ahead,
Robert Niles
Editor, Theme Park Insider