Published by Alicia Stella
Theme park news and rumors from Orlando and around the globe, including new rides coming to Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. We dig deep into rumors of new and closing attractions for theme parks from around the world.
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With the uncertainty of a corporate shake up looming, the parks division is opening a new kids' theme park, beginning major construction on their first UK park, and trying to pump up capacity at Epic in Orlando. We discuss our thoughts on these projects, and what the heck may be going on at Comcast, in this whirlwind of an episode. Related Links Universal Kids Now Open: https://diservations.com/universal-kids-resort-review-our-first-visits-inside-friscos-new-theme-park/ Universal UK Name Announced: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universals-uk-park-has-a-name-universal-united-kingdom-resort/ Comcast/NBCUniversal Split: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-announces-plans-to-separate-media-and-technology-businesses-into-two-leading-public-companies Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
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Alicia and 'Naynay are digging deep into the recently announced huge update coming to the Carousel of Progress in Magic Kingdom, including what wasn't said in the Disney Parks Blog post. Related Links Alicia's Carousel of Progress Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4rhsEAZKIbo 'Naynay's Instagram Post: https://www.instagram.com/reels/DY7DqEWhR2U/ 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
57 min
Disney has reimagined several of its rides and attractions for Summer 2026, so we share our reviews for Rock 'n' Roller Coaster Starring The Muppets, Soarin' Across America, Smugglers Run with Mandalorian and Grogu, new Animation Courtyard and more! Big thank you to Walt Disney World for inviting me for media previews, especially since it allowed me to ride Rock 'n' Roller Coaster enough to (nearly) get every song! (I'll get you Walking on Sunshine, next time!) Related Links Muppets Coaster Vlog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rq4yLDH8pNI Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
52 min
Join us for 'Naynay's review of this year's Universal Fan Fest Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood, including operations woes, incredible puppets, and Scooby-Doo mysteries. Related Links ParkTalk YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ParkStopParkTalk 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
53 min
Is it really happening? Will an open hub come to Epic Universe, or are they just preparing for Virtual Line at the worlds of the park ahead of expanding park capacity to include annual passes? Alicia and Ian discuss their theories, as well as what ride expansion may be next after Potter, recent news, and more! Related Links Recent Video Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hh02LCUaZno Orlando Business Journal Story: https://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/news/2026/04/07/universal-orlando-land-epic-city-walk-development.html Thumbnail Photo by: @Florida_Coasters_1 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
52 min
Alicia and Ian share their thoughts on Lost Continent demolition finally starting soon, a permit for a new attraction at Epic Universe, what's being built behind I-Drive, and changes coming to CityWalk. Related Links Recent Look at 90-Acre Project: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gklNoBZDlfk Shane Winston Reports: https://x.com/ShaneWinReports Theme Park Wizard: https://x.com/ParkWizar1 Person Filming Behind Mythos: https://x.com/DuelingParkNews/status/2036506900418683349?s=20 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 3 min
Alicia and 'Naynay are digging into Villains Land rumors at Magic Kingdom and what they could mean for the park overall. Plus, what the heck is going on with Stardust Racers at Epic Universe, is Avatar land canceled at DCA, and more! Related Links Villains Land Story in The Wrap: https://www.thewrap.com/culture-lifestyle/culture/disney-villains-land-magic-kingdom-changes-emperors-new-groove/ Villains Land Permit Information: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/villains-land-cars-rides-at-magic-kingdom-everything-we-know/ 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
45 min
Ian and Alicia are talking about Josh D’Amaro becoming Disney CEO, and then "digging" into tunnels news as The Boring Company tapped for Universal Orlando's future transit system. Related Links Scott Gustin's Disney Experiences Story: https://scottgustin.substack.com/p/damaros-first-big-call-who-takes Blog Mickey's Villains Land Analysis: https://blogmickey.com/2026/02/rumor-initial-villains-land-plans-scrapped/ Alicia's Reporting for Tunnels Story: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-news-update-events-building-plans-tunnel-transit-system-and-construction/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
59 min
Alicia and 'Naynay dig into recent announcements like Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift in Orlando, what's replacing Supercharged, and how Pokémon will be rolled out worldwide. Related Links Hollywood Drift Orlando News: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/rip-ride-rockit-replacement-officially-announced-to-be-fast-furious-at-universal-studios-florida/ Pokémon Going Worldwide News: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/pokemon-attractions-coming-to-universal-parks-worldwide/ Jon Corfino on Coaster Story: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1474372363784645 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
59 min
Ian and Alicia are talking about recent news happening at the Universal UK project as well as our thoughts on recent rumors and permit details for Orlando, including Pokemon in Lost Continent, Potter expansion at Epic Universe, and whether Creature from the Black Lagoon is happening or not! Related Links: Intamin Document Original Tweet: https://x.com/SaxOnTracks/status/2001830758940623236 EYNTK Pokemon Theater Speculation: https://eyntk.info/speculation-universal-orlando-intamin-simulator/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 2 min
In this all new ParkTalk Alicia and 'Naynay talk about the new Zootopia: Better Zoogether 3D show at Animal Kingdom, the recent 2D conversion for the Ratatouille ride at EPCOT, and Jollywood Nights at Hollywood Studios. 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 2 min
Ian and Alicia discuss their visit to the tradeshow floor of this year's IAAPA Expo, the world's largest themed entertainment convention. We talk about everything from disappointing A.I. art and weird Dippin' Dots flavors to incredibly well-done coaster trains and innovative dinosaur robots. Enjoy! Video with Doc Preview at End: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TtOhpMT9T5I Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 6 min
We are celebrating our podcast anniversary by getting back to our roots, speculating on new rides! Join us as we go over the next 5 years of all announced projects for Walt Disney World and try to guess what's coming to Universal Orlando in that time, since they haven't announced anything! Go back to Episode One: https://orlandoparkstop.com/podcast/parkstop-podcast-episode-1-harry-potter-coaster/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 16 min
Alicia, Ian, and 'Naynay discuss their thoughts on this year's Halloween Horror Nights for Orlando, including every house, scare zone, and some of the themed foods! Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 1 min
We're joined by Ryan who attended opening day for Universal Horror Unleashed in Las Vegas! He's giving his thoughts on the houses, show, and current operations of this brand new venue. House Spoilers from 26:00 to 43:15. Check out Ryan UnBuilt Podcast: https://linktr.ee/unbuiltpod Twitter/X: https://x.com/OpenMothersMale Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/openmothersmale.bsky.social Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 0 min
'Naynay's first impressions of the new Walt Disney animatronic, which recently debuted as part of the new show: Walt Disney – A Magical Life at Disneyland. Plus, we talk Club 33, new Test Track, and more! Related Links Universal UK Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wak-AUBKR1M 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
56 min
Alicia and 'Naynay are here to talk about rumors for a 5th gate at Walt Disney World, but also a whole lot of things that are actually happening too! Muppets closed, rumors for Animation Courtyard, Rivers of America closing, and more! Related Links WDW 5th Gate Approved: https://blogmickey.com/2025/06/walt-disney-world-fifth-theme-park-approved/ 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay X: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 3 min
Here's our best tips for your first visit to Epic Universe, and this discussion is spoiler-free! We talk about the best time of day to do which rides, dining tips, little known secrets, and more! Related Links Ministry Ride Virtual Line Tips: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/virtual-line-tips-for-harry-potter-and-the-battle-at-the-ministry-at-epic-universe/ Epic Universe First Vlog Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CAtG5oWoCVY Opening Ceremony Permits: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/epic-universe-grand-opening-permit-shows-drones-pyro-today-show-operations-and-celebrities/ Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
1 hr 49 min
Alicia and 'Naynay have returned for another ParkTalk and we are not holding back! Here's our real thoughts on the Battle at the Ministry ride—along with the rest of Epic Universe—full spoilers included. Find out what we love about the park, what we don't love, and what we want to try next. Related Links On-Ride Photo: https://wdwnt.com/2025/04/harry-potter-and-the-battle-at-the-ministry-on-ride-photo-available-as-daily-prophet-souvenir/ 'Naynay Insta: https://www.instagram.com/withnaynay 'Naynay Twitter: https://x.com/Naynay3655 Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
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Alicia, Ian, and 'Naynay have gathered to discuss the new official concept art for an upcoming Universal Studios branded theme park being developed for the UK, including our guesses and rumors for what rides and properties it may contain! Related Links Official Concept Art: https://orlandoparkstop.com/news/theme-park-news/universal-studios-great-britain-theme-park-officially-confirmed-with-concept-art/ Official Press Release: https://corporate.comcast.com/press/releases/comcast-nbcuniversal-announces-intent-universal-theme-park-and-resort-united-kingdom Official Plans Details: https://universalukproject.co.uk BBC News Rumors Article: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9344k7k95vo Alicia Social Links: https://alicia.social Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThemeParkStop Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ThemeParkStop
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