Orlando Theme Park Engineering News (E37)

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In this part of the conversation, KC and Ashley talk all things Orlando Theme Parks. They start with providing updates on the Epic Universe episode and the latest announcements for Halloween Horror Nights. They talk about the Ministry of Magic ride and speculate on the story and ride experience. They also discuss the ownership of Marvel properties and the complications surrounding the integration of characters like Deadpool into the MCU. The conversation ends with a discussion about the contract between Universal and Marvel for theme park rights. The conversation delves into the complex world of contracts and ownership in the theme park industry, specifically focusing on the relationship between Disney and Universal. It explores the limitations and restrictions imposed by contracts, such as Disney's inability to use Avengers or X-Men characters in their Orlando parks due to Universal's distribution rights. The discussion also touches on the concept of monopolies and the different entities and properties owned by Disney and Universal. The conversation concludes with a mention of dragon drones being tested by Universal, adding an exciting element to future theme park experiences. During this part of the conversation, Ashley and KC discuss the potential size and flight capabilities of the dragon drones at Universal Orlando. They also talk about the recent announcements from D23, including the addition of Cars Land and Villains Land to Magic Kingdom. They speculate on the impact of these new additions and compare Disney's announcements to Universal's plans for Epic Universe. They also touch on the changes to the disability access system at Disney parks and the differences between Disney and Universal in accommodating guests with disabilities. In this final part of the conversation, KC and Ashley discuss the design and crowd management strategies of theme parks, specifically focusing on Disney and Universal. They talk about the differences in line queues, outdoor spaces, and accommodations for guests with disabilities. KC shares her experiences with Universal's Halloween Horror Nights and the challenges of managing crowd levels during popular IP years. They also touch on the use of AI in theme park experiences and the importance of creativity in engineering.

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