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New McDonald’s Opens in Disney Village®: State-of-the-Art Family Restaurant

Tuesday, 17. February 2026, 22:54

Big news for all families and Disney fans: McDonald’s has today opened its completely new restaurant in Disney Village® at Disneyland Paris. After 27 years, the popular location has received an impressive facelift and now shines as an ultra-modern, three-story building – specially designed for families and perfectly integrated into the Disney magic. With an investment of over 20 million euros and more than five years of intensive planning and construction, something truly special has...

Rulantica: New Hotel with 350 Rooms and Four-Story Parking Deck Planned

Tuesday, 17. February 2026, 22:41

Rulantica fans can celebrate – major infrastructure upgrades are coming to the popular water park. The Zweckverband Tourismus, Dienstleistungen, Freizeit Ringsheim/Rust will discuss the 5th amendment to the “Wasserpark” development plan in a public meeting on February 25, 2026. Two concrete projects are in focus: a new Europa-Park hotel and the multi-story Parking Deck P3 right at the water park. The new hotel is planned on an area of approximately 1.37 hectares north of Rulantica and...

Voices of Liberty Deliver Emotional Echo Sets on Presidents’ Day at EPCOT

Monday, 16. February 2026, 22:10

On Presidents’ Day, the rotunda of the American Adventure pavilion at EPCOT became a place of pure goosebumps: The Voices of Liberty performed their rare Echo Sets—an incredible double-cast a cappella experience that unites two ensembles across both levels, filling the space with songs like “Golden Dream” and “This Land is Your Land.” Anyone familiar with the acoustic power and emotional depth of these performances knows why they’re reserved for special patriotic occasions and...

Walibi Run 2026: 5 or 10 km Through Walibi Belgium

Monday, 16. February 2026, 21:57

Imagine jogging through the empty pathways of Walibi Belgium a full week before the park officially opens for the season – past roller coasters, themed areas, and sections normally off-limits to guests. That’s exactly what the inaugural Walibi Run on March 28, 2026, offers: a timed 5 or 10 km race that combines running with an unforgettable theme park experience. For the very first time, Walibi Belgium is inviting running enthusiasts to an extraordinary sporting event. Both regular...

Parc Astérix Off-Season: Iconic Elephant Restoration

Friday, 13. February 2026, 11:09

While Parc Astérix is closed to visitors, the teams are working flat out behind the scenes to get the park ready for opening in April—delivering extensive maintenance that means even greater safety, fresh shine, and a perfect start to the new season for fans. This year’s particular highlight is the first major restoration of the iconic elephant from Épidemaïs Croisières since the park opened. Every year, the off-season is used for thorough inspections: The ride maintenance team...

More Titan Track for Wodan Timburcoaster?

Friday, 13. February 2026, 08:08

The Europa-Park community is buzzing: In yesterday’s Instagram Story from well-known fan account Parkfan95, it’s clearly visible that the popular wooden coaster Wodan Timburcoaster is apparently receiving another section of Titan Track. This time, the curves right before the final brakes are affected – a section that, for many enthusiasts, delivered the ultimate “out-of-control” sensation. Forum discussions are heated, as many see this change as another step away from the original...

LEGOLAND Deutschland Resort Brings Peppa Pig and LEGO Gifts on Childhood Cancer Day

Thursday, 12. February 2026, 10:42

On International Childhood Cancer Day, February 15, 2026, LEGOLAND Deutschland Resort will bring exactly what children fighting cancer need most: a few carefree moments filled with laughter and creativity. Peppa Pig and LEGOLAND Boy will visit the Swabian Childhood Cancer Center in Augsburg, bringing numerous LEGO and DUPLO sets – every child will receive their own building kit, and the playroom will get a fresh supply of bricks. Sometimes it’s the little things that make the biggest...

Futuroscope Launches 39th Season with Immersive Highlights

Wednesday, 11. February 2026, 15:27

After smashing its all-time record with 2.6 million visitors in 2025 and wrapping up the triumphant “Vision 2025” program, Futuroscope has kicked off its 39th season – and fans of cutting-edge immersive experiences are in for a treat. A massive 300 million euros invested over just five years has transformed the French park into a true short-stay destination: award-winning attractions like Chasseurs de Tornades (voted “best attraction in the world” in 2023), two themed hotels (Station...

30 Years of LEGOLAND Windsor Resort: Giant LEGO Birthday Cake Unveiled

Wednesday, 11. February 2026, 10:22

To mark its 30th birthday, LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort has gifted itself what might be the most impressive present ever: a nearly 13-foot-tall birthday cake built entirely from 200,000 LEGO® bricks. Unveiled right now, just in time for the season opening and February half-term, this vibrant masterpiece is a true milestone for LEGO fans and families who have been creating magical memories in the British park since 1996. Five expert model makers invested 1,000 hours to bring this colossal...

Liseberg 2025 Financial Results: More Guests, Higher Revenue

Wednesday, 11. February 2026, 09:03

Liseberg is breathing a sigh of relief – and rightfully so. After the pandemic, economic turbulence, and the devastating Oceana fire, the popular Gothenburg amusement park closed 2025 with strong numbers: 3 million guests, 100,000 more than the previous year, and an 8 percent revenue increase. For fans, this is a clear signal: Liseberg is back on track toward its former strength and continues to invest in the future. The annual report presented yesterday shows a noticeable stabilization....

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