Theme Park Insider

News, features, reviews and commentary on the world's most popular theme parks.

Teen killed at Batman coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia - June 28, 2008

By Ben James: The 17-year-old boy was killed when he was struck by the Batman coaster while in a restricted area.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/810/

Trip report: Universal Orlando and the Loews Royal Pacific Hotel - June 28, 2008

By Robert Niles: The unlimited front-of-the-line pass makes a stay here one of the best bagains in the theme park business.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/809/

Good-bye Pleasure Island - June 28, 2008

By Robert Niles: Disney announces that it will close Downtown Disney's nightclubs in September.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/808/

Busch Parks Up for Sale - June 28, 2008

By Ben James: It looks as though no matter who wins in the InBev - Anheuser-Busch (AB) Takeover Battle, The Busch Parks are on the chopping block.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/806/

Restaurant review: Confisco Grille at Islands of Adventure - June 27, 2008

By Robert Niles: TPI's editor visits Islands of Adventure's 'other' sit-down, full-service restaurant.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/804/

We're number one (in Google Maps)! - June 26, 2008

By Robert Niles: Our theme park map is on the front page of Google Maps.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/803/

What is the world's best theme park - June 26, 2008

By Robert Niles: Cast your vote in our straw poll as we move toward announcing the winners in this year's Theme Park Insider Awards.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/802/

CityWalk's NBA City shoots, scores with pasta entrees - June 26, 2008

By Robert Niles: TPI editor Robert Niles and family lunch at this Universal Orlando theme restaurant.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/801/

Sleeping Beauty walk-through returning to Disneyland - June 25, 2008

By Robert Niles: One report has Disney crews working to restore the attraction.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/800/

What is the best new attraction of the year - June 24, 2008

By Robert Niles: It's time to vote in this year's Theme Park Insider Awards.
http://www.themeparkinsider.com/flume/200806/799/