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SeaWorld Orlando Fumbles Reopening
As businesses around the United States start to reopen, everyone is looking at them under a microscope. Rightfully so considering we are still in the middle of a pandemic. Theme parks, in particular, are being watched closely simply because of their size and how many people congregate there on a daily basis. SeaWorld Orlando reopened
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Can Disney Stay Consistent With Their Animated Characters From Film to Theme Parks?
Recently there has been a petition requesting Disney to “stop casting white people for roles that require real people of color”. As a BIPOC woman (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) following this topic for years, my immediate response was a passionate variation of “YES. Thank you, duh, of course.” But then I really got to
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Cedar Point, Kings Island and Kalahari Resort Sue State of Ohio To Reopen Parks
In a strange turn of events, theme parks are suing the state so they can reopen. In Ohio, Governor Mike Dewine has given the green light to open several types of attractions including zoos, aquariums, movie theaters and museums. However, theme parks like Cedar Point and Kings Island (owned by Cedar Fair) are still in
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A Deep Dive Into Universal Orlando’s First Day of Guest Operations After Reopening
Universal Orlando is the biggest theme park complex to reopen in the United States after being forced to close two and a half months ago. As an annual passholder, I got a chance to visit the park before their official June 5 reopening date. Today was an indicator for how operations may look for the
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Universal’s Potential Plans For Controlling Crowds at Halloween Horror Nights 2020
As we ramp up to the official re-opening of Universal Orlando on June 5, we’re already jumping ahead and covering Halloween Horror Nights 2020. By all accounts, the annual event is not only still a “go”, but they’ve been building the houses behind-the-scenes as usual while the parks have been closed. For the purposes of
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Can Theme Parks Deny You Entry Without Wearing Masks?
Without question, the number one hot button topic for attraction operators today is: can a theme park require you to wear a mask? You can’t go on a Facebook group, message board or even have a conversation with friends without the topic of masks coming up. Keep in mind, the purpose of this article isn’t
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Will Universal Orlando “Face Characters” Wear Masks When They Reopen?
When Orlando theme parks reopen (and they will), there will undoubtedly be some changes that will take the public by surprise. Sure, there will be things we expect like social distancing markers and tons of signage reminding everyone to wash their hands often. However, how will parks handle their performers? We actually think we may
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Pigeon Forge Makes Strides in Opening Attractions As Tennessee Slowly Reopens
What a fascinating time to be in the attractions industry. States are slowly starting to ease up on stay-at-home restrictions. With that, comes the opening of attractions (and eventually) theme parks. As we stated a few weeks ago, Pigeon Forge is the first tourist-driven town in the United States to slowly reopen their attractions and
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5 Things You Have to Keep in Mind As Theme Parks Reopen
I can’t think of a more complicated business to reopen than a theme park during these difficult times. No matter where you sit on the staying closed vs. reopening everything bandwagon, the public perception is what matters. Those waters are murky right now. Movie theaters, restaurants, retail locations: they can all follow each other’s lead
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Pigeon Forge Announces More Business Reopenings, Some Push Back Plus New Guidelines
With the stay-at-home order for Tennessee being lifted on May 1st, many businesses throughout the state are preparing for reopening. This means that out of all the major tourist destinations in the country, Pigeon Forge will be the first to slowly reopen its doors to not only locals but tourists looking to take in some
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Pigeon Forge, Tennessee To Be First Tourism Destination in United States Reopening on May 1st
With the world on pause, many within the attractions industry are wondering what a “new normal” will look like. While most areas are still on lockdown of some sort, Tennessee recently said they will not be extending their stay-at-home order beyond April 30. This actually allows many businesses throughout Tennessee to reopen on May 1st
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5 Things Worth Binging During Your Time Off
Odds are, if you are in the attractions or entertainment business, you’ve found yourself with loads more time on your hands than you ever dreamed of having. Fortunately, there are loads of podcasts, videos and articles for you to binge during this time. If you’ve ever wanted to take a deep dive into “how the
