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Dining | New York City

The Beast returns to NYC waters this summer with high-speed thrills and waterfront dining
ByPhilip Hernandez May 7, 2026

Circle Line’s high-speed Beast speedboat returns to New York Harbor on May 9, 2026, bringing back its splash-filled ride past the Statue of Liberty just in time for summer travel season. This year, guests can board from both Midtown Manhattan and the South Street Seaport, while the companion waterfront restaurant BEAST’ro reopens days later with themed food, frozen drinks, and a new lineup of cocktails overlooking the Hudson River.

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Movies | Technology

New family-focused immersive films are coming to Cosm-powered dome theaters
ByPhilip Hernandez May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Immersive dome theaters are growing far beyond traditional planetariums, bringing giant wraparound-screen experiences to science museums, entertainment venues, and dedicated attractions across the country. A new partnership between Cosm
and Reef Distribution will add eight new family-focused educational films to the company’s expanding content library, continuing the rise of Sphere-style immersive entertainment in smaller-scale venues.

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Southern California | Star Wars

‘Star Wars’ exhibit coming to The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art this Sept. in L.A.
ByLauren Freeman May 7, 2026May 8, 2026

Beginning Sept. 22, 2026 Star Wars fans in Los Angeles, CA will be able to enjoy a behind the scenes look at movie props and more in the exhibit, Star Wars in Motion at the museum located in Los Angeles’ Exposition Park.

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Theme Parks | Universal Studios Florida

Horror Make-Up Show revamp keeps a piece of Universal Studios Florida history alive
ByDani Meyering May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Long before immersive lands and massive IP-driven attractions transformed Universal Orlando, Horror Make-Up Show helped define what Universal Studios Florida originally was: a behind-the-scenes look at movie magic with live performers, practical effects, and irreverent comedy. Now, the beloved attraction is being reimagined for a new generation while keeping the spirit longtime fans still love.

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Theme Parks | Universal Islands of Adventure | Universal Orlando Resort

Breaking! Mythos survived nearly every era of Universal Orlando — until now
ByDani Meyering May 7, 2026May 9, 2026

For longtime Universal Orlando fans, the closure of Mythos Restaurant feels bigger than losing a place to eat. The iconic Islands of Adventure restaurant survived the rise of Harry Potter, changing park identities, and decades of expansion — becoming one of the last major connections to the park’s original 1999 vision. Now, as Lost Continent prepares for redevelopment, Mythos is finally preparing to close too.

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Kings Dominion | Six Flags

Kings Dominion debuts new drone show, water parade, and live summer entertainment
ByPhilip Hernandez May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Kings Dominion announced an expanded live entertainment lineup for Summer 2026, including a new drone-and-fireworks show, an outdoor percussion show, a water parade, and more live music.

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Six Flags | Theme Parks

Six Flags guests are spending more money in parks this year
ByDani Meyering May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Six Flags reported higher guest spending, increased attendance, and a growing passholder base during its first-quarter 2026 earnings call. Company leadership pointed to upgraded dining, immersive entertainment, expanded regional pass access, and stronger membership retention as key drivers heading into the important summer season.

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Disney | Disney's Hollywood Studios

Disney’s new Muppets coaster nears opening – our fresh photos ahead of launch
ByDani Meyering May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Disney’s upcoming Muppets coaster at Disney’s Hollywood Studios is nearing completion, and new photos reveal updated exterior artwork, a colorful redesigned guitar, and hidden references for longtime fans ahead of the attraction’s opening later this month.

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Events | Legoland Florida | Theme Parks | Vacation Planning

Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida turns summer into a globe-trotting adventure for kids
ByDani Meyering May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Peppa Pig Theme Park Florida is celebrating summer with a new limited-time “Pig Family Travel Adventure” event featuring passport activities, globe-themed play zones, scavenger hunts, character meet-and-greets, and interactive experiences designed for preschool-aged children and their families.

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Disney | Technology

How Disney plans to add AI to nearly everything like vacation planning, streaming and staffing
ByDani Meyering May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Disney executives outlined an expansive vision for artificial intelligence during the company’s latest earnings call, discussing how AI could help simplify Disney vacations, improve Disney+ recommendations, forecast staffing at theme parks, and increase production efficiency across content creation. Josh D’Amaro also compared today’s AI advancements to Walt Disney’s pioneering use of synchronized sound in “Steamboat Willie.”

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