Walt Disney is credited with developing the modern theme park; he was inspired by several smaller amusement parks, World's Fairs and Disney's own animated characters when he designed the world-famous Disneyland, which opened in Anaheim, California in 1955. Disney's revolutionary park ushered in an era of significant change, and many amusement parks were replaced with more modern theme parks like the well known Six Flags franchise and Universal Studios during the 1960's and 70's.
Today, Walt Disney World, which opened in 1971, is still the largest theme park and resort complex in the world. California and Florida feature
the largest theme parks in the U.S., but demand for these enormous playgrounds continues across the world, featuring nearly every theme
imaginable.
Written by: admin Friday, May 18th, 2012 .
When you think of SeaWorld Orlando you don’t usually think of hi-tech shows; instead, you probably picture an orca hurling itself through the air or sea lions performing synchronized swimming ... Read More
Written by: admin Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 .
While Walt Disney World may claim to be the happiest place on earth, it is currently under attack by a team of the most notorious villains in animation history. Jafar, ... Read More
Written by: admin Monday, May 7th, 2012 .
Our favorite thing about record-breaking roller coasters is that those records never last for long. We know it won’t be long before another ride comes along and blows the previous ... Read More
Written by: admin Thursday, April 26th, 2012 .
Earlier this year we reported on an unofficial Angry Birds playground in China where guests launch basketball-sized birds at green pig balloons using a giant slingshot. Months later, Rovio, the ... Read More
Written by: admin Friday, April 20th, 2012 .
Walt Disney World’s fastest ride is now closed while it undergoes a major overhaul. The Test Track Attraction at the Epcot Center has been a guest favorite since it opened ... Read More
Written by: admin Thursday, April 12th, 2012 .
If you love chocolate, then you need to head over to the U.K. ASAP. Earlier this week we reported on a chocolate-themed visitor attraction in York, England; today we are ... Read More
Written by: admin Friday, April 6th, 2012 .
You never know where a hobby can take you. Before you know it, what started out as a part-time interest can transform into a full-time obsession. In the case of ... Read More
Written by: admin Wednesday, April 4th, 2012 .
If you’ve been checking in with us on a regular basis, you’ll probably have noticed that Universal Studios Orlando has been quite busy this year. Over the past few months, ... Read More
Written by: admin Friday, March 23rd, 2012 .
We love a good fright from time to time, otherwise we wouldn’t be here writing about roller coasters and thrill rides. At the same time, we are also big fans ... Read More
Written by: admin Thursday, March 15th, 2012 .
The Disney family of characters has always been a welcoming bunch. Over the years, they’ve generously made room in their parks for characters that hail from outside the Disney universe, ... Read More
