In the time-honored tradition of me yapping too much about theme parks, we find ourselves here – in a “Part II” of our walk through a transformed Walt Disney Studios Park in Paris. As you hopefully noticed, Park Lore is 100% ad-free and powered by supporting Members, not pageviews. So I promise, the inconvenience of clicking …

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Welcome to episode 478 of the Theme Park Trader Podcast, where we once again dive into the internet’s favourite pastime: leaving absolutely baffling reviews of beloved theme park attractions. This week, we’re turning our attention to one of the most iconic rides at Walt Disney World — Peter Pan’s Flight at Magic Kingdom. Despite being …

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You can read those details here. This time, we traveled on Mears Connect using the Standard transportation option in the busy morning hours.  In the past, we have made our Mears reservations in advance. This meant we had our boarding pass / QR code as we walked up to the kiosk on Level 1 of Terminal …

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The Walt Disney Company has announced a series of new leadership appointments in the Parks & Resorts segment, including a new Disney Experiences Chairman. This is huge news for Walt Disney World and Disneyland fans, as the future of $60 billion or more in investments needed a new steward with Josh D’Amaro promoted to CEO. …

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Fellow foodies, do I have an experience to share with you. I recently had the pleasure of attending Takumi-Tei at EPCOT and it was a truly memorable (and delicious) experience. This location nestled within the Japan Pavillion features an omakase, which means “leave it up to the chef,” menu. This two-hour omakase dining experience is …

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March 8, 2026, 1:33 PM · As the “rope drop” starts a day at theme parks, the Sunday “Rope Drop” post kicks off the week here at Theme Park Insider. Here is what lies ahead for fans at the parks this week.Knott’s Boysenberry Festival returns to Knott’s Berry Farm on Friday. The annual celebration of …

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