Which Theme Park Company Is the Best?
Is Disney, Universal or another company leading the industry right now? Our readers have their say. Plus, a new coaster debuts as a classic says goodbye.
As we head into the final month of the summer 2022 vacation season, I would love to hear what you are thinking about the state of the theme park industry right now. That’s why last weekend I asked, How Do You Feel About Disney, Universal and Other Theme Parks?
I invited Theme Park Insider readers to tell us which companies they think are doing the best - and the worst - running their theme parks this year. Disney? Universal? SeaWorld? Six Flags? Check out the results - and it’s not too late to vote or comment.
More Theme Park News and Commentary
Why Backstories Matter on Theme Park Attractions: Dollywood is inviting fans to explore the backstory of its new attraction - before the official announcement of what that attraction will be. Here is why that's so important.
A Texas Two-Step Trip Report - SeaWorld San Antonio: Russell Meyer posts part three of his Texas trip report, this time looking at what once was the template for the future of SeaWorld - SeaWorld San Antonio. What happened?
Russell just missed the new B&M Dive Coaster at Six Flags Fiesta Texas on his trip, but we now have an official POV video to share of that new ride: First Look Real POV for Dr. Diabolical's Cliffhanger
Meanwhile, as Six Flags welcomes its new coaster, Hersheypark said goodbye to one of its classics - Wildcat: GCI's First Coaster Goes For Its Last Ride. Bobbie Butterfield shares a trip report.
In other theme park news this week, A classic original-concept haunted house concept from Universal Orlando will be coming to Universal Studios Hollywood for this year's Halloween Horror Nights: Scarecrow The Reaping Coming to Hollywood's Halloween Horror Nights
Earnings hit record levels last quarter at both Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood this past quarter, and NBCUniversal executives see no signs of a slowdown for the company's theme parks: Universal Reports Record Earnings in Orlando and Hollywood:
Of course, we have news from Disney, too.
Disney's Theme Parks Tease D23 Expo Reveals: Disney Parks has announced its line-up for the upcoming D23 Expo in Anaheim, including the Disney Parks' show pavilion and the time and title for Josh D’Amaro's presentation of upcoming Disney Parks projects.
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Thank you - as always - for your time and attention. Best wishes for the week ahead,
Robert Niles