Niles: Imagineers work to bring Walt back to Disneyland in new animatronic show
'Walt Disney — A Magical Life,' starring an Audio-Animatronic version of Disneyland's founder, will open in July.
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Niles: Universal Fan Fest Nights invites fans to become part of movie magic
The event's highlight is its Back to the Future: Destination Hill Valley experience in Courthouse Square, where scenes from the 1985 movie were shot.
Niles: Three phrases to help beat Disney and Universal
How do smaller theme parks compete with the giants? By focusing on customer service and authenticity.
Niles: Universal keeps expanding, with new park set for the U.K.
Here's why the company's plan to open a new park in Great Britain by 2031 is a big deal.
Niles: Universal shows how less can be more with new Epic Universe
The new theme park, opening in May at the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, will only boast 13 rides, compared to Disneyland's more than 40.
Niles: California’s coaster fans say, ‘Wait ’til next year’
None of Southern California's major theme parks is opening a new coaster this year, but 2026 will be very different.
Niles: Another theme park company sale gives fans hope for future
Hercchend's purchase of Palace Entertainment's theme park properties give hope to fans familiar with the company's operation of parks such as Dollywood.
Niles: Southwest Airlines could learn a lesson from Disneyland
The carrier's decision to charge baggage fees harks back to Disneyland's move from the free Fast Pass in favor of the paid Lightning Lane program.
Niles: Is there a ‘Fantastic’ future for Disneyland’s Tomorrowland?
Incorporating the Marvel Studios franchise could help frame the land as a retro-futuristic place that reflects optimism.
Niles: Weather is no excuse for SeaWorld’s performance
The parks' parent company attributed an attendance dip to a series of storms, but the real issue is poor planning, not bad weather.