Theme Parks

Disneyland Resort celebrated the grand opening of Pixar Place Hotel on Jan. 30 with a festive ceremony featuring appearances from Disneyland Resort and Pixar Animation Studio executives as well as visits from some classic Pixar characters. At the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, Calif., the imaginative 15 story hotel is the first fully Pixar-themed hotel in the United States. - credit: Richard Harbaugh/Disneyland Resort

Disney’s new Pixar Place Hotel is the perfect location to get your Bing Bong on

Alexander Zalben
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Universal Orlando invites you to laissez les bons temps rouler at Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval

Universal Epic Universe theme park: Everything to know about the wild new worlds

SeaWorld Halloween and the trick or treat fun you can afford to skip

Epcot World Showcase - view of Epcot's Spaceship Earth (ball) from the Japanese Pavillion.

EPCOT “Spaceship Earth” to shine as a “Beacon of Magic”

Brian Miller
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ANAHEIM, CA - SEPTEMBER 29: Actress, singer-songwriter and author Lea Michele celebrates Halloween Time with Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, Calif., on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019. Halloween Time brings the spooky season to life with happy hauntings at both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park, now through October 31, 2019. (Photo by Joshua Sudock/Disneyland Resort via Getty Images)

Halloween has invaded theme parks worldwide with events beginning now

Brian Miller
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Remmy topiary greets guests at the entrance to the France pavilion at Epcot

Epcot France Pavilion expansion set to open on October 1st

Brian Miller
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - JULY 11: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Josh DAmaro, chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences and Products (center front right) and Jeff Vahle, president of Walt Disney World Resort (center front left), pose with Disney cast members for a photo in front of Cinderella Castle prior to the phased reopening of Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World Resort on July 11, 2020 in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. (Photo by David Roark/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)

Disney World Resort annual passes return for Florida residents

Brian Miller
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Mar 16, 2020; Bay Lake, Florida, USA; A general view of Mickey Mouse at Disney's Contemporary Resort. Walt Disney World theme parks are closed due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY NETWORK

Disney eliminates fast pass for “Pay to Ride” Genie app

Brian Miller
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A Giraffe strolls along the Kilimanajaro Safari at Disney's Animal Kingdom. Photo credit: Brian Miller

Disney welcomes new additions to Animal Kingdom park with new births

Brian Miller
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The aquarium at SeaWorld is quiet grotto that is often skipped by visitors. Image by Brian Miller

The SeaWorld aquarium is something many visitors miss, but shouldn’t

Brian Miller
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SeaWorld's night time spectacular Electric Ocean fireworks show is running all summer! Image by Brian Miller

Review: SeaWorld lights up the night with Electric Ocean

Brian Miller
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ANAHEIM, CALIFORNIA - MAY 19: In this handout photo provided by Disneyland Resort, A view of the Guardians of the GalaxyMission: BREAKOUT! in Avengers Campus at Disney California Adventure Park on May 19, 2021 in Anaheim, California. The Avengers Campus opens to the public at the Disneyland Resort on June 4, 2021. (Rob Sparacio/Disneyland Resort)

Avengers Campus is taking Disneyland to another level

Ian Goodwillie
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ORLANDO, FLORIDA - SEPTEMBER 06: A general view of the atmosphere during Halloween Horror Nights opening at Universal Studios Resort on September 06, 2019 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Gerardo Mora/Getty Images)

Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios on sale now with new mazes

Brian Miller
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CARLSBAD, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 15: LEGO character Emmet poses for photos at LEGOLAND California on April 15, 2021 in Carlsbad, California. The $19.3 billion U.S. theme-park industry has been shuttered since March 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic. (Photo by Daniel Knighton/Getty Images)

Legoland New York is open with a hotel resort on the way

Ian Goodwillie
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The fastest roller coaster at SeaWorld park in Orlando. Photo by Brian Miller

SeaWorld lifts reservation policy but was it really ever needed?

Brian Miller
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TOKYO, JAPAN - 2020/08/17: Pikachu toys seen displayed inside a Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo department shopping mall. (Photo by James Matsumoto/SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Pokémon Wonder is a limited time safari destination in Tokyo

Ian Goodwillie
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Santa accompanies a group of happy passengers aboard the Santa Train at North Pole, Colorado. Photo courtesy North Pole / design rangers.

Christmas in July: Visit the North Pole (in Colorado!)

Ed Tankersley
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Santa Claus is in residence throughout the summer, ready to hear what’s on your wish list and to pose for a keepsake photo with your family. Photo courtesy Indiana Destination Development Corporation

Christmas in July: Take a visit to Santa Claus (Indiana)

Ed Tankersley
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LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 12: Jordana Brewster, Alliance of Moms Founders, members and parenting teens in foster care attend Jordana Brewster Hosts Alliance of Moms x Babiators Playdate at The Grove at The Grove on March 12, 2016 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Stefanie Keenan/Getty Images for Alliance of Moms)

Foster parents should get discounts to theme parks around the country

Brian Miller
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ORLANDO, FL - MAY 23: General views the Pandora The World Of Avatar Dedication at the Disney Animal Kingdom on May 23, 2017 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Gustavo Caballero/Getty Images)

Best Snacks to try at Disney World’s Animal Kingdom in 2021

Erin Walsh
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A line forms under the hot Florida sun at one of only a few dining centers at Aquatica in Orlando. Image courtesy Brian Miller

Aquatica review: A cheaper option than other local water parks

Brian Miller
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ORLANDO - FEBRUARY 24: The sign at the entrance to SeaWorld February 24, 2010 in Orlando, Florida. A female trainer who presumably slipped and fell in to a holding tank was fatally injured after she was attacked by an orca. This is the third human death associated with the killer whale according to the Humane Society of the United States. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Getty Images)

Is the All Day Dining deal at SeaWorld worth the price?

Brian Miller
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Waiting in line for food at Aquatica could be much better. Image courtesy Brian Miller

Is Aquatica “All Day Dining” deal really worth the price?

Brian Miller
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Breakaway Falls is the top attraction at Aquatica water park in Orlando, Florida. Image courtesy Brian Miller

Why you pay less to visit Seaworld parks than you do others in Orlando

Brian Miller
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The wave pool at Aquatica Water Park in Orlando, Florida. Image courtesy Brian Miller

Aquatica: The “You have to be kidding me!” customer service review

Brian Miller
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LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL - OCTOBER 8: In this handout photo provided by Walt Disney World Resort, Magic Kingdom Park (pictured) is seen on October 8, 2014. Magic Kingdom Park and Disney's Animal Kingdom will begin to reopen on July 11, 2020, followed by EPCOT and Disney's Hollywood Studios on July 15, 2020. (Photo by Matt Stroshane/Walt Disney World Resort via Getty Images)

Best Snacks to try at Disney World’s Magic Kingdom in 2021

Erin Walsh
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For a price, enjoy semi-private cabanas at Aquatica-themed water parks and have some peace of mind while you enjoy the park. Image courtesy Brian Miller

Are the cabanas at Aquatica worth it? Yes if you don’t mind the price

Brian Miller
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