Queue-Jumping Showdown: Walt Disney’s World FastPass+ vs. Universal Express
Walt Disney World has rolled out a new queue-jumping system, FastPass+. Take a look at how it compares to Universal Express at rival Universal Orlando.
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6 Unusual and Intriguing Facts About Universal Orlando
The Universal Orlando Resort has a varied past, an interesting present and an exciting future. Here are five unusual facts about the home of Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure.
In Pictures: The UK’s Abandoned Frontierland Western Theme Park
Frontierland Western Theme Park in Morecambe has been closed for over a decade. As regeneration plans for the site move ahead, take a look at what became of the abandoned park.
3 Unusual Things That Disney Cast Members Are Trained To Do
Training for a Cast Member role at Walt Disney World is not like training for most other jobs. Here are three unusual things that some Cast Members must learn to master.
Photos: Seven Dwarfs Mine Train and Polynesian Construction Update
The Seven Dwarfs Mine Train at the Magic Kingdom is nearing completion after over two years of construction. Trees and greenery are now being placed on the mountain and New Fantasyland is finally starting to feel less like a construction zone and more like an immersive experience. Disney has not released an official opening date…
10 Key Differences Between Disney’s FastPass and FastPass+ Systems
Walt Disney World has phased out its FastPass queue-jumping system in favor of a new version dubbed FastPass+. Let’s examine the key differences between the two systems.
Journey into the Past: 15 Lost Rides and Attractions of Epcot
Since Epcot opened in 1982, a host of rides and shows have come and gone. Let’s take a look back at 14 lost attractions from Walt Disney World’s second theme park.
Don’t Look Down: The Tallest New Theme Park Rides for 2014
Take a look at three extraordinarily tall new theme park attractions that will make their debuts in 2014.
Uniquely Magical: The 3 New Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter
Universal is set to introduce three new Wizarding Worlds of Harry Potter over the next couple of years. Each is expected to offer its own unique experiences for Potter fans. Most attention is focused on the spring 2014 debut of Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida, but two other Wizarding Worlds are under construction elsewhere….
Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (February 1, 2014)
This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for the Orlando-area theme parks for the week of January 26, 2014. Walt Disney World: MyMagic+: Randomly selected Annual Passholders will now be able to take part in MyMagic+ testing. Passholders that participate in the testing will be able to order a customized MagicBand and make advanced…