Lydia Dixon

News 16 Oct 2026

Disney Imagination to Become First Disney Cruise Ship Sailing from Japan in 2029

Disney cruising set to launch from Tokyo with the all-new Disney Imagination in 2029.

Guide 15 Oct 2026

Alton Towers Scarefest 2026: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Alton Towers Scarefest

From scare mazes and rides in the dark to family attractions, ticket add-ons and practical planning tips, here’s how to make the most of Scarefest 2026.

Article 14 Oct 2026

Europa-Park Reveals Three New Family Attractions for 2027

EuropaPark

Europa-Park has revealed three new family attractions for 2027, including a giant swing in Portugal, an interactive tower in Iceland and a reimagined Italian classic.

News 04 Oct 2026

This Week in Theme Parks: X2 Closes for Good, Universal Tackles Coaster Noise and Mattel Reveals New Water Park

Six Flags permanently retires X2, Universal responds to complaints around Hollywood Drift, Mattel reveals its first branded indoor water park and Disney shares more from its newest resort.

News 30 Sep 2026

Six Flags Magic Mountain Permanently Closes X2 After Almost 20 Years

The groundbreaking 4D coaster has been permanently retired after carrying more than 16 million riders, following months of closure and renewed scrutiny over reported injuries.

Article 19 Sep 2026

Merlin to Introduce New Virtual Queuing for Ride Access Pass Users in 2027

Merlin Entertainments revolutionises accessibility with virtual queues for Ride Access Pass holders at UK theme parks.

News 15 Sep 2026

Europa-Park Named World's Best Theme Park for the 11th Time

The German theme park has once again taken the top prize at the Golden Ticket Awards, while Voltron Nevera and Rulantica also secured places among the world's best.

News 14 Sep 2026

The Magic of Disney Animation Opens Today at Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney's Hollywood Studios Walt Disney World The Magic of Disney Animation

Disney's Hollywood Studios has welcomed a new animation-inspired experience featuring character encounters, interactive activities and the chance to learn how to draw Disney favourites.

Article 09 Sep 2026

Six Flags Buys ArieForce One - But Where Will the Roller Coaster Go Next?

Six Flags has acquired ArieForce One and plans to reopen the acclaimed RMC coaster at one of its parks during the 2028-2029 operating seasons.

News 06 Sep 2026

This Week in Theme Parks: Efteling Reveals Raveleijn, Universal Eyes Japan Expansion & More

A €20 million transformation at Efteling, major expansion talks in Osaka and another original Universal Studios Florida attraction prepares to disappear.

News 03 Sep 2026

Universal Orlando’s Animal Actors On Location! to Close After 36 Years

One of Universal Studios Florida’s longest-running attractions will take its final bow this November, with Universal confirming a new experience will eventually replace it.

News 25 Aug 2026

Three New Theme Parks Planned Near Paris in Huge €6bn Saudi Investment

France and Saudi Arabia have unveiled plans for three theme parks near Paris, including a potential Dragon Ball park, in one of Europe’s biggest new leisure developments.

Article 20 Aug 2026

Disneyland Pushes Avatar Project Back as Tomorrowland Takes Priority

Disneyland Avatar Tomorrowland

Disney has reshuffled its Disneyland development roadmap, putting the newly announced Tomorrowland overhaul ahead of the planned Avatar destination at Disney California Adventure.

News 16 Aug 2026

This Week in Theme Parks: D23 Unleashes Disney’s Future, Fast & Furious Closes and Scarefest Gets Darker

Disney reveals what’s next, Universal says goodbye to a controversial attraction and Alton Towers prepares a sinister new Scarefest experience.

News 05 Aug 2026

Disney Reveals Full 2026 Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Character Line-Up

Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Walt Disney World Magic Kingdom

Chip ‘n’ Dale join the party, Mirabel and Bruno return, and new entertainment starring Captain Jack Sparrow and Stitch arrives at Magic Kingdom.

News 02 Aug 2026

This Week in Theme Parks: Bakunawa Breaks Records, Hollywood Drift Opens and Kumba Roars for the Final Time

Six Flags revealed a record-breaking 382-foot coaster, Universal began welcoming riders onto Hollywood Drift and an iconic Florida coaster reached the end of the line.

News 30 Jul 2026

Universal Announces Ozzy Osbourne Haunted House for Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Ozzy Osbourne: Prince of Darkness will celebrate 45 years of the musician’s solo career at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.

News 22 Jul 2026

Universal Orlando Launches New Five-House R.I.P. Tour for Halloween Horror Nights 2026

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A new lower-priced R.I.P. Tour will take guests through half of this year’s haunted house lineup.

News 12 Jul 2026

This Week In Theme Parks: Efteling Reveals A €50m Coaster, Tormenta Finally Opens And A New Kind Of UK Park Arrives

Efteling announces its first suspended launch coaster, Tormenta breaks six records and Kynren prepares to rewrite the UK theme park rulebook.

News 01 Jul 2026

Universal Kids Officially Opens In Texas

Universal Universal Kids

Universal’s newest theme park has welcomed its first guests, with seven colourful lands created specifically for families with young children.

News 28 Jun 2026

This Week in Theme Parks: Supersonic 1887, Universal Kids Resort and a New Gröna Lund Dark Ride

A €18 million coaster, a brand-new Universal park and ambitious new attractions across Europe lead this week’s theme park news.

News 26 Jun 2026

Nigloland Reveals Supersonic 1887 - A €18 Million Multi-Launch Coaster for 2027

Nigloland Mack Rides

Nigloland’s biggest-ever investment will combine six launches, reverse travel, wing seats and a dramatic over-water layout.

News 21 Jun 2026

This Week In Theme Parks

Six Flags prepares to unleash its record-breaking giga dive coaster, Disneyland’s Autopia must change and Chessington’s Minecraft project takes shape.

Article 12 Jun 2026

10 UK And European Theme Park Summer Events Worth Knowing About

From Minecraft mobs at Alton Towers to late-night rides across Europe, these are the summer theme park events worth having on your radar.

News 07 Jun 2026

This Week In Theme Parks

Universal gets its official UK name, Halloween arrives early and Six Flags reveals a new family coaster.

News 27 May 2026

Everything We Know About Disney’s New Abu Dhabi Theme Park

Disney Abu Dhabi

Disney’s first Middle East resort is officially on the way - and it could become one of the company’s most ambitious theme park projects yet.

Article 12 May 2026

From Nemesis to Wickerman: The Story of Alton Towers’ Secret Weapons

Alton Towers

The Story Behind Alton Towers' Famous Secret Weapons

Article 08 May 2026

10 Closed Theme Park Rides We Still Can’t Believe Are Gone

Some rides close quietly. Others become legends.

News 29 Apr 2026

Alton Towers Submit Plans for New Attraction

Alton Towers Scarefest

New application hints at future Scarefest investment

Article 03 Apr 2026

Universal UK: March 2026 Round-Up

Universal Universal UK

Big moves, bigger rumours… and a project that’s starting to feel very real