AUTHOR: Tim Carlson







Unpopular Opinion: I’ve Changed My Mind About Disney IP-Based Rides

When people think of Disney Parks iconic attractions — Haunted Mansion, Big Thunder Mountain, Space Mountain, and Pirates of the Caribbean often come to mind. These are original, non-IP attractions, meaning they are not tied to any pre-existing Disney movie or television show (at least at the time they were created). Rather, they represent the Unpopular Opinion: I’ve Changed My Mind About Disney IP-Based Rides





Could This Overlooked Permit Detail Save the Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America?

When examining the potential for expansion “Beyond Big Thunder Mountain,” it’s easy to assume that the Rivers of America must be sacrificed due to spatial constraints. The Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is tightly nestled against the west side of the river, while the Haunted Mansion is pressed against the east, making it seem challenging to Could This Overlooked Permit Detail Save the Magic Kingdom’s Rivers of America?





Why D23 Announcements Fall Short Against Universal’s Epic Universe

Let’s be honest: the recent D23 2024: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event – Disney Experiences announcements fell short of igniting excitement among Disney fans, at least to the level of what we were hoping for, especially in the ongoing theme park rivalry between Disney and Universal. This isn’t to say there aren’t things to be Why D23 Announcements Fall Short Against Universal’s Epic Universe