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The Magic of Disney Animation Now Open, Offering More for Families with Small Children at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

September 14, 2026 Alicia Stella

The newly revitalized Animation Courtyard area of Disney's Hollywood Studios has officially opened, offering indoor attractions for families with small …

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ParkTalk Episode 15: Carousel of Progress Update

June 16, 2026 Alicia Stella

Digging deep into the huge update coming to the Carousel of Progress, including what wasn't said in official announcement

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Carousel of Progress to Replace Every Scene in Major Overhaul to Open 2027

May 28, 2026 Alicia Stella

Walt Disney World's Carousel of Progress officially closing July 5 for complete overhaul, including all new decades now 60 years …

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How the Raptor Windows Work on Jurassic World VelociCoaster (And Why the Trains Look Fake)

December 28, 2021 Alicia Stella

Patents illustrate how the augmented reality windows in the queue for VelociCoaster superimpose raptors over real life in real time

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Jurassic World Adventure Ride Was Originally Planned as a Gyrosphere Attraction

August 26, 2021 Alicia Stella

Jurassic World Adventure at Universal Studios Beijing features impressive animatronics, but was changed drastically from its original concept

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10 Easter Eggs at Jurassic World VelociCoaster

June 09, 2021 Alicia Stella

The newest ride at Universal Orlando is not only filled with thrills, it has hidden Easter eggs that tie into …

Theme Park News

New Details Revealed for Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Opening Date to Be Announced Soon

January 27, 2021 Alicia Stella

Universal Orlando has given us some insight into how the new roller coaster was designed and what the story is

Podcast

ParkStop Podcast – Men in Black: Alien Attack Behind the Scenes with Dave Cobb

January 15, 2021 Alicia Stella

we're joined by Creative Director Dave Cobb to talk about how this groundbreaking interactive dark ride was designed

Podcast

ParkStop Podcast – Action Park—The Most Insane Water Park—With Seth Porges

October 05, 2020 Alicia Stella

We're joined by Seth Porges, co-director of the Class Action Park documentary, to talk about the most insane water park …

Podcast

ParkStop Podcast – Interview with Matthew Serrano, Director of Live from the Space Stage

September 21, 2020 Alicia Stella

We're joined by filmmaker Matthew Serrano, director of Live from the Space Stage: A Halyx Story and Remain Seated Please.

The Magic of Disney Animation Now Open, Offering More for Families with Small Children at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

ParkTalk Episode 15: Carousel of Progress Update

Carousel of Progress to Replace Every Scene in Major Overhaul to Open 2027

How the Raptor Windows Work on Jurassic World VelociCoaster (And Why the Trains Look Fake)

Jurassic World Adventure Ride Was Originally Planned as a Gyrosphere Attraction

10 Easter Eggs at Jurassic World VelociCoaster

New Details Revealed for Jurassic World VelociCoaster, Opening Date to Be Announced Soon

ParkStop Podcast – Men in Black: Alien Attack Behind the Scenes with Dave Cobb

ParkStop Podcast – Action Park—The Most Insane Water Park—With Seth Porges

ParkStop Podcast – Interview with Matthew Serrano, Director of Live from the Space Stage

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