For Decades, Central Florida Was the Theme Park Kingdom, but a New Rival Is Coming for the Crown

For Decades, Central Florida Was the Theme Park Kingdom, but a New Rival Is Coming for the Crown

In 1992, the Baltimore Orioles opened Camden Yards downtown, revitalizing the city’s waterfront area and bringing tourists back to Baltimore. Suddenly, every city wanted to bring its baseball or football team back downtown to help revitalize the area. Credit: Inside the Magic The same can be said for theme parks. What was Central Florida before the Walt Disney World Resort opened? Orange groves and swamps. Now, it’s a multi-billion-dollar jugger…

Central Florida’s Theme Park Reign Challenged as a New Rival Rises

Rise of Theme Parks in Arizona Arizona is emerging as a formidable competitor in the theme park landscape, posing a significant challenge to Central Florida’s longstanding dominance in the sector. Historically, Central Florida has served as the epicenter of theme park activity, featuring the renowned Walt Disney World and Universal Studios. Credit: Disney / Universal However, the arrival of new attractions and ambitious development plans in citi…

A New Challenger Approaches: Central Florida’s Theme Park Crown No Longer Safe

The Rise of Arizona in the Theme Park Sector Arizona is making headlines as it seeks to challenge Central Florida’s long-held title as the theme park capital of America. Historically dominated by the likes of Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, Central Florida has set the standard for American theme parks for decades. However, fresh ambitions are surfacing in Arizona, specifically in cities like Glendale and Mesa, as they carve out a niche …