Park Mind
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Mostly written works that discuss the world of theme parks and the themed entertainment industry.
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Twitter: https://x.com/AParkMind
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NEW VIDEO: Over the years Universal has shifted from lands based around a general theme into investing it all on one IP. Here is why universal made the switch and strategy behind every IP land at the Orlando resort in this special hour long episode!
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How Universal Orlando Cracked The Immersion Code
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January 28, 2026 at 5:14 PM
NEW VIDEO: Over the years Universal has shifted from lands based around a general theme into investing it all on one IP. Here is why universal made the switch and strategy behind every IP land at the Orlando resort in this special hour long episode!
youtu.be/DDa8YiJ7MZ0
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Supercharge is finally closing for good! But while the screen based aspect of the ride gets a lot of hate. Its underlying problem was how it was presented leading to hate while Skull Island received praise. It will be interesting to see if universal will try this system again or opt for a new medium
January 21, 2026 at 12:01 AM
Supercharge is finally closing for good! But while the screen based aspect of the ride gets a lot of hate. Its underlying problem was how it was presented leading to hate while Skull Island received praise. It will be interesting to see if universal will try this system again or opt for a new medium
Universal has officially debuted a form of an open hub! While not for Epic Universe this could be a great way to test the waters and eventually debut it there as well down the road
January 18, 2026 at 2:14 AM
Universal has officially debuted a form of an open hub! While not for Epic Universe this could be a great way to test the waters and eventually debut it there as well down the road
Jurrasic Park River Adventure is now closed for a 318 day 19.2 million dollar refurbishment. Here is why
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Nostalgia is More Than 19.2 Million
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January 5, 2026 at 7:33 PM
Jurrasic Park River Adventure is now closed for a 318 day 19.2 million dollar refurbishment. Here is why
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Universal Kids is designed for a smaller demographic but its implications on the brand look to also be used as a testing ground. One such example of this is the Senior Specialist of Internal Communications at the resort Brian Bender saying he is "building a communications program from the ground up"
January 3, 2026 at 11:36 PM
Universal Kids is designed for a smaller demographic but its implications on the brand look to also be used as a testing ground. One such example of this is the Senior Specialist of Internal Communications at the resort Brian Bender saying he is "building a communications program from the ground up"
Surprised Universal hasn't built a permeant or seasonal Blumhouse attraction given Comcasts stake in the company and continued success as houses. I would love to explore some of the behind the scenes magic that takes to make and then transport guest into the worlds
January 3, 2026 at 11:35 PM
Surprised Universal hasn't built a permeant or seasonal Blumhouse attraction given Comcasts stake in the company and continued success as houses. I would love to explore some of the behind the scenes magic that takes to make and then transport guest into the worlds
Falcons Flight is an impressive feat of engineering but I have to wonder if it was worth it? At a certain point the difference in speed and coaster elements becomes marginal in terms of enjoyment. As a result I wish they made the coaster extremely themed instead of just novel
January 3, 2026 at 11:34 PM
Falcons Flight is an impressive feat of engineering but I have to wonder if it was worth it? At a certain point the difference in speed and coaster elements becomes marginal in terms of enjoyment. As a result I wish they made the coaster extremely themed instead of just novel
Rest in Peace Adam the Woo. I was never able to meet him in person but his personality and love for the vlogging craft shined through the screen. R.I.P.
December 23, 2025 at 3:28 AM
Rest in Peace Adam the Woo. I was never able to meet him in person but his personality and love for the vlogging craft shined through the screen. R.I.P.
Could Horror Unleashed come to Atlanta, NYC, and Philly? The locations plus Chicago were picked for the Epic Universe portal tour after careful research. Such analytics would have a similar application for a Horror Unleashed venue with Chicago already being confirmed for one
December 22, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Could Horror Unleashed come to Atlanta, NYC, and Philly? The locations plus Chicago were picked for the Epic Universe portal tour after careful research. Such analytics would have a similar application for a Horror Unleashed venue with Chicago already being confirmed for one
What are your thoughts, comments, or concerns on artificial intelligence in general and or how it relates to the themed entertainment industry? I will answer them as someone I would consider to be a professional on the matter and loves the entertainment industry
December 18, 2025 at 12:07 AM
What are your thoughts, comments, or concerns on artificial intelligence in general and or how it relates to the themed entertainment industry? I will answer them as someone I would consider to be a professional on the matter and loves the entertainment industry
If Horror Unleashed and the Netflix House are both still performing well in 5 years I could see Universal building a Horror Unleashed variant for Fan Fest
December 15, 2025 at 11:31 PM
If Horror Unleashed and the Netflix House are both still performing well in 5 years I could see Universal building a Horror Unleashed variant for Fan Fest
Introducing Park Mind Podcast! A reduced image format video series breaking down some of the newest and innovative news in the themed entertainment space. Episode 1 is now available and focuses on Netflix's entry into a physical themed entertainment venue: youtu.be/-89R9d5eMdA
December 15, 2025 at 8:56 PM
Introducing Park Mind Podcast! A reduced image format video series breaking down some of the newest and innovative news in the themed entertainment space. Episode 1 is now available and focuses on Netflix's entry into a physical themed entertainment venue: youtu.be/-89R9d5eMdA
Over the last decade Hollywood Studios saw a massive changes to its park and Disney isn't done. I wonder what will remain in the next decade and how sacred they view the remaining portion of it
December 8, 2025 at 2:20 AM
Over the last decade Hollywood Studios saw a massive changes to its park and Disney isn't done. I wonder what will remain in the next decade and how sacred they view the remaining portion of it
The Minion Land designed for Universal Kids fits perfectly behind the popular Minion land at Universal Studios Japan. Just a coincidence or signs of the future expansion 🧐
November 30, 2025 at 6:57 PM
The Minion Land designed for Universal Kids fits perfectly behind the popular Minion land at Universal Studios Japan. Just a coincidence or signs of the future expansion 🧐
With Studios having the Macys Holiday Parade and Islands having Grinchmas; Epic Feels left behind with just some decorations. Given the holidays success at the existing parks I wouldn’t be surprised if Epic receives their own seasonal event. Right now though they don’t need it
November 28, 2025 at 6:56 PM
With Studios having the Macys Holiday Parade and Islands having Grinchmas; Epic Feels left behind with just some decorations. Given the holidays success at the existing parks I wouldn’t be surprised if Epic receives their own seasonal event. Right now though they don’t need it
Would you rather Disney spend the money to build a new ride or an army of life size roaming characters
November 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Would you rather Disney spend the money to build a new ride or an army of life size roaming characters
In a world without Epic Universe Studios could have been a drastically better park. While these offerings were lost to Epic. In the end though this will be the best move. As it leaves Studios lots of room to still grow while increasing the resort size to compete with Disney World
November 19, 2025 at 7:56 PM
In a world without Epic Universe Studios could have been a drastically better park. While these offerings were lost to Epic. In the end though this will be the best move. As it leaves Studios lots of room to still grow while increasing the resort size to compete with Disney World
One of Dinolands problems was its placement back in the park. This time around though imagineering looks to try and fix this by making the land peak into the entrance via the large temple. Making guests aware of it when entering the park and wanting to go and find it
November 16, 2025 at 4:46 PM
One of Dinolands problems was its placement back in the park. This time around though imagineering looks to try and fix this by making the land peak into the entrance via the large temple. Making guests aware of it when entering the park and wanting to go and find it
Park Mind is now also on Spotify! open.spotify.com/user/u09b7ya...
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November 14, 2025 at 11:42 PM
Park Mind is now also on Spotify! open.spotify.com/user/u09b7ya...
Still pissed about this
November 11, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Still pissed about this
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Day 5 of Disney Fans for good, a fundraiser for the 2nd harvest Food bank of OC. This food bank supports CM’s,hospitality workers & community . With layoffs ,hours reduced, inflation, & external factors. Need is high & imminent.
Please share & or donate!
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Please share & or donate!
together.feedoc.org/fundraiser/6...
November 4, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Day 5 of Disney Fans for good, a fundraiser for the 2nd harvest Food bank of OC. This food bank supports CM’s,hospitality workers & community . With layoffs ,hours reduced, inflation, & external factors. Need is high & imminent.
Please share & or donate!
together.feedoc.org/fundraiser/6...
Please share & or donate!
together.feedoc.org/fundraiser/6...
Shanghai Disneyland have announced a major expansion to their lineup including another hotel and expanded shopping, dining, and entertainment district! The future looks bright with massive areas of expansion including a 2nd theme park that are planed out nicely and just waiting the greenlight!
November 3, 2025 at 4:11 AM
Shanghai Disneyland have announced a major expansion to their lineup including another hotel and expanded shopping, dining, and entertainment district! The future looks bright with massive areas of expansion including a 2nd theme park that are planed out nicely and just waiting the greenlight!
The massive Expansion to Disney Adventure World isn't just big in terms of its debut but its future as well. As outside of Frozen and the Lion King there is room for 4 more future lands! But what should those lands be?
October 27, 2025 at 7:25 PM
The massive Expansion to Disney Adventure World isn't just big in terms of its debut but its future as well. As outside of Frozen and the Lion King there is room for 4 more future lands! But what should those lands be?
Despite being a fantastic and beautiful ride Expedition Everest is yet to be cloned likely due to its size. But Disneyland Paris could make room for it in there Adventureland using an expansion plot and the closure of Temple of Peril. The only question is would they invest in it?
October 23, 2025 at 5:51 PM
Despite being a fantastic and beautiful ride Expedition Everest is yet to be cloned likely due to its size. But Disneyland Paris could make room for it in there Adventureland using an expansion plot and the closure of Temple of Peril. The only question is would they invest in it?
Why did Skull Island: Reign of Kong succeed while Fast & Furious Supercharged crashed and burned?
After months of research and creation, here’s my 26-minute breakdown and analysis of it and why 4D rides just aren’t special anymore.
After months of research and creation, here’s my 26-minute breakdown and analysis of it and why 4D rides just aren’t special anymore.
October 20, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Why did Skull Island: Reign of Kong succeed while Fast & Furious Supercharged crashed and burned?
After months of research and creation, here’s my 26-minute breakdown and analysis of it and why 4D rides just aren’t special anymore.
After months of research and creation, here’s my 26-minute breakdown and analysis of it and why 4D rides just aren’t special anymore.