Now that it's summer and the perfect weather to get outside, theme parks for kids will be seeing a ton of activity. Even though amusement and theme parks stay mostly the same year after year, part of the fun is being able to go back and experience the same ride or activity time and time again. However, when a new ride pops up, it can be just as thrilling and reason enough to entice families to spend a day at the park.
Some of the newest rides and attractions in 2014 include the Ratatouille adventure at the Walt Disney Studios Park in France, which makes visitors feel as if they've been shrunk to rodent size, and the June 14th opening of the highly-anticipated Diggerland USA construction theme park, which first became immensely popular in Germany.
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LED Theme Parks
The i-City in Malaysia Just Took Christmas to a Whole New Level
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Sanrio Theme Parks
This Hello Kitty Kawaii Paradise is an Adorable Catty Getaway
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Star Trek Theme Parks
The Theme of Jordan's Red Sea Astrarium is Suggested by King Abdullah
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DIY Backyard Amusement Parks
The Will Pemble Handmade Roller Coaster Project is for Children
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Underground Theme Parks
The Intercontinental Shimao Shanghai Wonderland is Futuristic
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Iconic Cartoon Theme Parks
The Simpsons Theme Park Will Bring Springfield to Universal Studios
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Radioactive Theme Parks
Wunderland Kalkar is Built on an Old Nuclear Power Plant
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Magical Theme Parks (UPDATE)
Get a Sneak Peek Into Harry Potter's Wizarding World
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Automaker Theme Parks (UPDATE)
Ferrari World UAE Officially Opens Its Doors
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Ancient Rome Theme Parks
Disneyland of Italy
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Eco Theme Parks
Environmentaland Opens Its Doors in Hollywood
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Towering Theme Parks
Ju-Hyun Kim's Awesome Design is More Than Just a Tall Tale
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Paradise Theme Parks
The Lost World of Tambun is Like a Real-Life Jurassic Park
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Disney Rat Fan Attractions
The Disneyland Paris Ratatouille Themed Attractions are Cute
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Outdoorsy Adventure Parks
The Landmark Park in Scotland Lets Kids Frolick in Nature
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Educational Theme Parks
The New AIDES Ad Illustrates that Condoms Allow You to Have Fun Longer
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Green Theme Parks
'Gaia: The Living World' by AECOM is Set for Seoul, Korea
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Scented Playgrounds
Ernesto Neto Delves Into Childhood Imagination with His Art
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App-Inspired Theme Parks
Sarkanniemi in Tampere, Finland Will Open Angry Birds Land
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Magical Theme Parks
Universal Orlando to Open the Wizarding World of Harry Potter
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Recycled Recreational Parks
Basurama's ‘Ghost Train' Park Was an Old Elect
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Trekkie Attractions
The Star Trek Resort is Beaming in Twenty-Third Century Theme Parks
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Special-Needs Theme Parks
Morgon's Wonderland is Fun for Everyone
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Monarchic Theme Parks
Seibu Amusement Park Lets Guests Play King for a Day
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Mini Miner Thrillrides
Disney’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Celebrates Snow White’s Beloved Pals
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Construction Site Theme Parks
The Diggerland Amusement Park Looks Surprisingly Fun
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Sculpted Stream Parks
Spiral River by Spacecutter is an Artificial Tributary Tailored for Play
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Racecar-Themed Amusement Parks
'Ferrari Land' Will be the World's Second Ferrari-Themed Park
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Sorcerer Theme Park Extensions
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Expansion Includes Hogsmeade
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Destructive Digital Theme Parks
Sims Meets Roller Coaster Tycoon in this Augmented Reality Video
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Hypnotic Theme Parks
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Futuristic Igloos
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Vacationing Boat Homes
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Contemporary Cultural Retreats
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Sanrio Theme Parks
This Hello Kitty Kawaii Paradise is an Adorable Catty Getaway
Miniature Ocean Resorts
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$40 Million Thrill Rides
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Luxury Hotel Expansions
The W Retreat Bali is a Visual Stunner
Skinless Cartoon Depictions
The Disney Daytime Cartoon Characters Were Stripped Down by the Artist
Luxurious Stone Hotels
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Fashionable Cycling Tours
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Showroom Auto Scanners
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Stylish Sustainable Resorts
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Theme Park-Inspired Homes
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Reflective Funhouse Facades
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Magnificent Mountainside Hotels
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Augmented Reality Lenses
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Underground Theme Parks
The Intercontinental Shimao Shanghai Wonderland is Futuristic
Clear Collapsible Computers
The Thomas Laenner Transparent Tablet Concept is Stunning
Customizable Hotel Excursions
The Peninsula Hotels' Academy Programs Highlight a City's Best
Iconic Cartoon Theme Parks
The Simpsons Theme Park Will Bring Springfield to Universal Studios
Radioactive Theme Parks
Wunderland Kalkar is Built on an Old Nuclear Power Plant
Theme Park Lookbooks
The SSUR Summer 2014 Lookbook is Set in Coney Island
Walkable Rollercoasters
'Tiger & Turtle -- Magic Mountain' is Interactive
Elemental Healing Resorts
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Erotically Themed Resorts
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Feminizing Coaster Ads
These Hopi Hari Ads Strip the Cockiness Away from Tough Characters
Automaker Theme Parks (UPDATE)
Ferrari World UAE Officially Opens Its Doors
Candy-Inspired Children's Museums
The Sweetness by Sports Harnesses What Kids Love Most
Egg-Shaped Skyscrapers
The Envision Green Hotel Operates Like a Wind Tower
Mishmashed Comic Book Drawings
Abraham Lopez Creates Batman Drawings While Combining Disney Park
Geeky Gamer Parks
The Joyland World Theme Park is a Tribute to Warcraft and Starcraft Players
Fairy Tale Castle Hotels
London's St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel is the Epitome of Fantasy Luxury
Disguised Eco Towers
The Tower of Power Features 2,000 Wind Turbines in its Design
Thousand-Foot Eco Towers
The Solar Universe is a Proposed Sustainable Tower in Miami
Theme Park Gang Photography
This Photo Series by Joshua Cobos Captures the Disneyland Gangs
Playground Bookstores
Kid's Republic in Beijing Offers a Fun Way to Learn
Disaster-Themed Park Rides
This Life-Sized Titanic Replica Ride Will Simulate the Sinking
Playful Landmark Prints
These Citius Travel Solutions Ads Make Tourism Fun for Tots
Interactive Virtual World Simulators
The Canon Mixed Reality System is Amazingly Realistic
Airport Yoga Classes
The Helsinki Airport TravelLab Project Helps People Relax Pre-Flight
Gaming Animation Comparisons
HTML5 vs Flash Games Breaks Down The Two Formats
Smartphone Gamer Peripherals
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Illusive Self-Reflecting Skyscrapers
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Ghostly Theme Park Portraits
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Rustic Luxury Hotels
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Emotional First Flight Videos
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Avian App Infographics
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Litigious Amusement Parks
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Helium Balloon Towers
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Giant Eco Skyscrapers
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Towering Theme Parks
Ju-Hyun Kim's Awesome Design is More Than Just a Tall Tale
Paradise Theme Parks
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Luxury Vacation Rentals
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Solar Flower Towers
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Virtual Reality GPS Devices
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Funky Funhouse Architecture
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Beaten Avian Depictions
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Playful Theme Park Fashion
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Compressed Theme Park Cubes
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Eco Sanctuary Resorts
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14 Offbeat Amusement Parks
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Childhood Construction Fantasy Parks
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Outdoorsy Adventure Parks
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Luxe Mobile Hotel Concepts
Japan Rail's Newest Train Caters to Travelers with Elegant Tastes
Black Market Disney Guides
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Delicious Disney Manicures
This Mickey Mouse Ice Cream Bar Nail Art is Sweet
Retro Avian Art
Pixel Angry Birds Takes the Popular Mobile Game Back in Time
11 Angry Birds Fashion Finds
From Fiery Avian Headgear to Social Gaming Gowns
Purr-tastic Engines
These Hello Kitty Smart Cars are Cute and Petite
Enormous Elephant Playgrounds
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Mousey Disney-Inspired Beenies
The Eugenia Kim Mimi Pom Pom Skull Hat is Mickey Mouse Fab
Infant Sensory Playgrounds
The MAXI-ooh! is an Innovative Learning Area for Babies
Algae-Covered Architecture
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Zero-Gravity Roller Coasters
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Sophisticated Luxury Hotels
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Educational Theme Parks
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Floating Mini Cities
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Mobile Game Crossovers
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Theme Park Comparison Charts
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Luxury Hotel Reproductions
Beijing's 1.3 Billion Dollar Hotel to Mimic Dubai's 'Burj Khalifa'
App-Inspired Theme Parks
Sarkanniemi in Tampere, Finland Will Open Angry Birds Land
Naughty Nerd PSAs
The Leicestershire Teenage Pregnancy Partnership's 8-Bit Announcement
Trekkie Attractions
The Star Trek Resort is Beaming in Twenty-Third Century Theme Parks
Communal Recreational Structures
Van Rooijen Architects' Playground Building is Bright & Colorful
Zodiac Resorts
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Child-Friendly Treasure Apps
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Special-Needs Theme Parks
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Monarchic Theme Parks
Seibu Amusement Park Lets Guests Play King for a Day
Expressive Avian Tablet Covers
The Angry Birds iPad Case Protects Devices with a Quirky Attitude
Hexagonal Wind Towers
The Zena Wind Tower Can Generate Wind Energy From any Direction
Augmented Reality Companions
A Virtual Date with Hatsune Miku Provides Curious Companionship
Santa Avian Ornaments
The Angry Birds Christmas Tree Decoration Decks the Halls in Festive Fury
Vibrant Public Playgrounds
The FriendsWithYou Rainbow City Brightens the Town With Cheerful Color
Impromptu Playgrounds
These Pop-up Parks are Beautifying New York One Block at a Time
Augmented Reality Cooking
This 3D Pan Stimulator Will Help You Create Perfect Meals Every Time
Augmented Reality Gloves
T(ether) Allows People to Collaborate in a Virtual Space
Theme Park Trivia Apps
Six Flags & Ask.com's Skip the Line App Rewards You for Playing
Western Culture-Worshipping Photos
Kotama Bouabane Takes on Copycat Culture in China
Contemporary Artist-Run Museums
Palais de Tokyo Allows Artists to Control the Space of the Museum
Gigantic Theme Park Costumes
This Disneyland Map Cosplay is Ideal for Amusement Park Enthusiasts
Avian-Slinging USBs
Store Files in the Adorable Angry Birds Flash Drives
Racecar-Themed Amusement Parks
'Ferrari Land' Will be the World's Second Ferrari-Themed Park
Innapropriately Censored Disney Movies
These Censored Movie Clips Shows Frozen Getting Dirtier
Sorcerer Theme Park Extensions
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Expansion Includes Hogsmeade
Dizzying Roller Coaster Ads
The Playland Campaign is Iconically Cartoonish
Designer Disney Desserts
Le Dolci Cooks Up Some Delicious Disney Themed Cakes
Destructive Digital Theme Parks
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Heart-Melting Holiday Ads
This Disney Commercial Features Several Home Videos
Galactic Amusement Park Editorials
The 'Lost in Blackpool' Editorial Includes Futuristic Fashion
Interactive Toy-Built Museums
Denmark's LEGO Museum Will Be Designed with Thousands of Blocks
Amusement Park Trend Report
Track Exciting New Developments in Thrill Rides and Water Slides