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22 Years of Walt Disney Studios Park: An Era of Change and Innovation
Sunday, 17. March 2024, 14:09
On March 16, 2002, Walt Disney Studios Park opened its gates, marking a new chapter in the history of the Disneyland Paris Resort. Initially met with mixed feelings, the park has undergone significant transformation over the years through numerous attraction expansions and renovations.
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Europa-Park modernizes the entrance area and optimizes visitor flow
Sunday, 17. March 2024, 14:03
The Europa-Park, Germany's largest amusement park, has recently undergone comprehensive renovations to its entrance area. The relocation of the ticket control marks a significant change that now influences the experience for visitors.
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Another Grenade Found in Efteling – Droomvlucht Temporarily Closed
Sunday, 17. March 2024, 13:47
In the course of routine operations at Efteling, one of Europe's largest amusement parks, employees recently discovered an old grenade, presumably a relic from World War II. This discovery led to the precautionary closure of the popular attraction, Droomvlucht, temporarily affecting the park's operations.
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The Future of Chessington's 35-Year-Old Family Roller Coaster: A Critical End in Sight?
Sunday, 17. March 2024, 13:01
The future of the beloved 35-year-old family roller coaster, Scorpion Express, at Chessington World of Adventures is up in the air. Following a fire in the summer of 2022 and its subsequent removal from the park map, uncertainty looms over the fate of this iconic attraction.
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Disneyland Paris Closes Fairy Tale Attraction for Months-Long Renovation
Sunday, 17. March 2024, 12:04
Disneyland Paris has temporarily closed the popular boat ride attraction “Le Pays des Contes de Fées” for extensive renovation works. This decision affects not only the refreshment of existing scenes, but also the introduction of new experiences that will enrich the fairy tale land in the coming months.
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Walt Disney World Unveils New Costumes for Main Street U.S.A. Cast Members
Saturday, 16. March 2024, 20:15
Walt Disney World is gearing up for an exciting novelty: the introduction of innovative costumes for the cast members of Main Street U.S.A. in the Magic Kingdom Park. This redesign is characterized by a combination of style, functionality, and a strong environmental consciousness.
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Disney Electrical Sky Parade: A Unique Blend of Nostalgia and Innovation
Saturday, 16. March 2024, 20:06
The “Disney Electrical Sky Parade” at Disneyland Paris represents a pivotal moment in the evolution of evening entertainment. This innovative drone show spectacularly combines Walt Disney's legacy with the pinnacle of modern technology, seamlessly integrating nostalgia and innovation.
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Renovations in Movie Park Germany's Nickelodeon Area
Saturday, 16. March 2024, 18:38
Over the past few months, Movie Park Germany has undertaken extensive renovations in its Nickelodeon theme area. These measures are based on directives from Paramount Global, the owner of the Nickelodeon brand, demanding high standards of brand presentation and quality assurance.
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Thorpe Park's Stealth Achieves a World Record as the Fastest Accelerating Roller Coaster
Saturday, 16. March 2024, 10:21
Thorpe Park celebrates a remarkable milestone: its roller coaster, Stealth, is now officially recognized as the world's fastest-accelerating roller coaster. This development follows the permanent closure of the former record holder, Do-Dodonpa in Japan, catapulting Stealth to the top of the leaderboard.
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The Pixar Wall in Disneyland Paris shows damage and needs renovation.
Saturday, 16. March 2024, 10:03
Shortly after the unveiling of a Pixar-character adorned wall in Disneyland Paris, visible damages have already emerged. Located in the Walt Disney Studios Park, this attraction was meant to captivate visitors' hearts, but now faces the prospect of further restoration work.
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