Finally, Florida's Most Controversial Theme Park Has Closed Down for Good

Finally, Florida's Most Controversial Theme Park Has Closed Down for Good

After years of controversy, one Florida theme park has officially closed its doors. Controversy isn’t new to Florida’s theme parks. Disney has faced the repercussions of political battles in recent years, most notably its high-profile clash with Gov. Ron DeSantis and backlash from temporarily removing late-night host Jimmy Kimmel amid pressure from the Trump administration. Universal is currently tied up in a lawsuit following a guest’s death on…

One of Florida's Oldest and Most Controversial Parks Just Quietly Shuts Its Gates : Disney Fanatic

After years of controversy, one Florida theme park has officially closed its doors. The decision brings an end to a facility that had operated for seven decades on Virginia Key in Miami. In recent years, the park faced mounting scrutiny from federal regulators, animal welfare advocates, and county officials, who cited problems ranging from veterinary care to the condition of its aging enclosures. Credit: Leonardo DaSilva, Flickr The closure also…