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Disney announces its first theme park in the United Arab Emirates

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The world's largest ice and snow theme park

The northeastern Chinese city hosts the 26th edition of Harbin Ice and Snow World, the world's largest ice and snow theme park.

Art

Lost works by Haring and Basquiat revived at reopened Luna Luna park

Luna Luna, a long-lost 1987 art carnival featuring iconic works by Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, has been resurrected in New York City after decades in storage.

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Minecraft to enter real world with theme park attractions in US and UK

Video game fans will step into a real-world ‘Minecraft’ as plans are revealed for theme park attractions based on the title in the UK and US.

Business

Disney looks to add to the magic with billions more for theme parks

Disney has already made changes to its theme parks over the past few years, such as upgrades in animatronics and robotics, as well as adding new rides.

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World's first Dragon Ball theme park to open in Saudi Arabia

The park will include seven different themed lands, including Capsule Corporation and Beerus' Planet.

Sweden

Fire breaks out at one of Sweden's largest water parks

Twelve people were sent to hospital for minor injuries, and police say one person is currently missing.

Art

Long-lost amusement park designed by Dalí and Haring reopens in LA

Dali, Haring, Basquiat... In 1987, these famous artists all created attractions for Luna Luna, an amusement park that opened in Germany for a few weeks. More than 30 years later, the park has been reassembled in Los Angeles.

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Harry Potter fans prepare for opening of new theme park in Tokyo

22 years after the first Harry Potter film was released, Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry is about to enjoy a new lease of life at the Warner Bros theme park in the Japanese capital.

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Staying on top: What challenges lie ahead as Disney turns 100?

How did Disney go from a small family animation studio to a multinational media monolith? We look at Disney's past, present and future on its 100th birthday.

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Nintendo's Super Mario prepares to play in California theme park

If you liked the video game, then you'll probably love visiting the theme park. At least, that's what Nintendo is hoping as the Japanese firm looks to emulate the success of its magic moustached plumber who once ruled the world of gaming.

Destinations

What are the most overrated cities in the world according to tourists?

Reviews of these destinations said they were overrated, underwhelming and had ‘rude’ residnts.

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Euroviews. Disney superfans: danger or delight to the multi-billion dollar firm?

Disney is trying to keep its most loyal adult customers happy while opening the doors of its theme parks to newcomers and occasional visitors.

Experiences

Studio Ghibli fans rejoice as long-awaited theme park opens in Japan

Visitors can get up close and personal with detailed, life-size reconstructions of some of the studio’s most famous film scenes.

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Take a sneak peek inside Japan's upcoming Studio Ghibli theme park

Japan's highly anticipated new theme park from Studio Ghibli, creator of beloved titles like "My Neighbour Totoro" and Oscar-winning "Spirited Away", is set to open on 1 November.

Germany

Scores injured in rollercoaster crash at Legoland in southern Germany

Two roller coaster trains crashed into each other at the amusement park, injuring at least 34 people.

Denmark

Teenage girl dies after 'tragic accident' on roller coaster in Denmark

Initial investigations suggest the rear of the rollercoaster at Tivoli Friheden in Aarhus broke loose and came off the rails.

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Captain Marvel launches Disneyland Paris' new Avengers zone

After four years of construction, Disneyland Paris now has a dedicated area for its Marvel superheroes.

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Disneyland announces $110,000-a-ticket whirlwind world tour

Get your piggie bank at the ready. For the small sum of $110,000 (€104,000), Disneyland is offering fans a globe-trotting tour of 12 theme parks in a private jet.

Nature

Could a tiny endangered spider stop a 'Disney-on-Thames' theme park?

Wildlife campaigners have welcomed London Resort's withdrawal, but say the fight to save Swanscombe Peninsula continues.

United Kingdom

Watch: Boris bemuses with speech digression about Peppa Pig

The UK’s prime minister Boris Johnson left business leaders bemused after stumbling through a speech in which he lost his notes, before talking about a recent visit to a children’s theme park.