Orlando drop tower death blamed on unsafe ‘adjustment’ to seat, safety sensors
The ride has remained closed since the fatal fall of 14-year-old Tyre Sampson.
REVIEW: Hyatt Regency Orlando International Airport for theme park tourists
There are obvious benefits to staying in a hotel located steps away from airport security.
Theme park news: Orlando Slingshot suspended / Beast gets longer / Universal raises culinary pay
The Orlando Slingshot has suspended operations after a deadly accident on the Orlando Free Fall drop tower operated by the same company.
Orlando drop tower ‘closed until further notice’ following 14-year-old’s death
The ride is promoted as the world’s tallest free-standing drop tower at 430 feet.
Theme park news: Peppa Pig rides / Universal attendance up / Night of a Million Lights
Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida will open in 2022 with six rides and several themed play areas.
Theme park news: SeaWorld San Diego reopening / Seven Seas 2021 / Icon Park attractions progress
SeaWorld San Diego can reopen as a zoo now that California's stay-at-home order has been lifted.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Fun Spot Orlando pass county COVID-19 inspections
The unannounced visits determine whether theme parks are complying with Orange County, Florida's rules on face masks and physical distancing.
Orlando’s Icon Park sets 2021 opening dates for record-setting drop tower, slingshot rides
The two rides were originally scheduled to open in 2020 but were delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Theme park news: Morocco pavilion change / Icon Park arcade / Dragon Quest attraction
Disney has taken over restaurants and shops in the Morocco pavilion in Epcot that were previously operated by a separate company.