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When Walt Disney died during planning for his Florida dream project, his brother Roy came out of retirement to make it happen. Fifty-five years ago today, Walt Disney World opened as a testament to brotherly love and persistence.
Two robotics pioneers are bringing dancing robots to theme parks and cruise ships. Dynamic Creatures will transform beloved movie characters into interactive robotic performers that can walk, talk, and charm audiences in real time.
Disneyland's announcement of a Tomorrowland makeover has sparked hope among fans that the iconic PeopleMover attraction could return after 30 years. The beloved ride carried over 50 million guests during its 28-year run before closing in 1995.
Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen just opened Hikari, a stunning new Japanese-inspired area filled with neon lights, traditional lanterns, and modern thrills. The historic amusement park is bringing fresh wonder to visitors without expanding its footprint.
One of Disneyland's beloved opening day attractions is getting a green upgrade. The 70-year-old Autopia ride will swap its gas engines for electric power by early 2027.
South Korea just unveiled a massive robot theme park where families can watch humanoid performers dance to K-pop, create art, and even stage boxing matches. The 16,500-square-meter venue aims to make robots feel like friendly neighbors instead of sci-fi strangers.
Universal and the University of Central Florida just created the first school dedicated to training the next generation of theme park creators and immersive experience leaders. The $10 million investment builds on a 20-year partnership that's already helped shape Epic Universe.
Universal Destinations & Experiences just launched the world's first school dedicated to training the next generation of theme park and immersive experience leaders with a $10 million investment at UCF. Students will learn alongside industry pros in a new tech lab focused on robotics, VR, and AI for creating unforgettable guest experiences.
The iconic Autopia ride at Disneyland is ditching its gas engines for electric vehicles in 2027, marking the first major green upgrade to the attraction that's been running since opening day in 1955. Generations of kids who learned to "drive" on the attraction will soon experience it emissions-free.
A 100-foot animatronic dinosaur at a Kansas theme park caught fire after a lightning strike, but instead of letting it go to waste, the park is transforming the charred remains into an educational exhibit. Sometimes the best lessons come from unexpected disasters.
A Pennsylvania amusement park quickly reversed a controversial policy that would have restricted face coverings for guests under 21. The park now ensures all visitors can choose to wear masks for health or safety reasons.
Tokyo's beloved DisneySea theme park is rolling out a sparkling year-long celebration for its 25th anniversary, bringing new shows, ocean-themed decorations, and special treats to millions of visitors. The "Sparkling Jubilee" marks a major milestone for a park that's welcomed over 900 million guests since 2001.