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Recent content by Andrew25

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    Large scale demolition at Lost Continent

    Should expect demo at the start of next year to begin. Mythos is expected to remain open until at least the end of next year (while Finnegan's is under refurb - having both closed simultaneously would not be wise lol). Demo will be relatively quick like Rockit.
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    Universal Epic Universe (South Expansion Complex) - Now Open!

    Since wait-time data on Thrill-Data has been recorded, this has been the busiest year yet. Unlike previous years with highs and low, every single night has been consistently busy.
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    Universal Epic Universe (South Expansion Complex) - Now Open!

    +USH is down +UOR attendance is down (USF and IOA) Singapore is in the middle of a major investment (just opened Minions). And Japan is awaiting Pokemon. HHN was a massive hit this year... so I'm actually surprised to see it that low with a combined new park + HHN event that is exploding at...
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    TEA Global Attendance Index is out

    Yes... lucky to visit WDW/UOR on a weekly basis. The reported downturn in theme park attendance is highly exaggerated here and on social media. Let me clear, I don't like a lot of the changes over the years... but the parks are certainly not empty at all. Epcot has proven a major success...
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    TEA Global Attendance Index is out

    2025 is still relatively strong.
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    TEA Global Attendance Index is out

    Walt Disney World - overall benefited from the Epcot overhaul (whether or not you like the changes) Magic Kingdom +0.7% Tron + the "MK rule" where an increase/addition at another WDW park, increases MK Epcot +1.3% park with the most "improved" and highlighted additions. Disney's Hollywood...
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    Soarin’ Across America to replace Soarin’ Around the World for Nation’s 250th Birthday

    With how temporary the film is, I'd imagine the finale is Washington DC w/ fireworks? I hope Florida (outside WDW) gets a scene... probably Miami or the Keys? I'd imagine it'll feature the Grand Canyon, Golden Gate Bridge, Mt. Rushmore, Hawaii, NY Skyline (w/ Statue of Liberty), Gateway Arch...
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    WOL Demo coming ..

    Are there permits listed for this? I'd imagine there will be one soon for it. I can see them taking advantage of the demolition crews from RoA to take down WoL. I don't think it'll be replaced with anything soon, just cleared so we don't have that abandoned space anymore.
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    Rip Ride Rockit Permanently Closing August 18 2025

    I want a GB presence at the parks, but I don't think this coaster project works well for it. I'm still holding out hope for a special effects stage show ala Cirque Arcanus.
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    Posted vs Actual Times

    Combination of taking into consideration an influx of LL users, attraction downtime, etc. I can't prove this with data, but I'm also pretty sure they impose artificial "floors" for posted waits so that the rides never appear to have any periods of low waits. Rarely is Velocicoaster at IOA below...
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    News Guest dies, found unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers

    Not sure what people on here mean by Universal (backed by the state) stating that the ride operated as intended (and intact), but there could be a safety measure missing that we aren't aware of? This Mack model restraint has been utilized for years now. While a different manufacturer...
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    News Guest dies, found unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers

    Universal: Ride was in working order and operating as intended. The ride vehicle left the station and returned 'intact'. Attorneys: Pre-existing medical injury does not play a role here. Claiming that an object was detached., per witness statements. State of Florida/Department of Agriculture...
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    SeaWorld Orlando’s Next Big Ride — Which Would You Choose?

    They also get a decent discount for being the guinea pig.
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    News Guest dies, found unresponsive after riding Stardust Racers

    Just a few notes: The ride restraint utilized has been in use for quite a while now. I think Mack first used it on Blue Fire at Europa Park. Where is this taken from?
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    Large scale demolition at Lost Continent

    What if Pokemon takes over Lost Continent? Would Universal be willing to wait to use the IP until 2030-31 (assuming it replaces Springfield and it takes 2 years to build)?
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