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Campbell and other analysts suggest that Disney needs a bold and innovative approach to revitalize interest. Ideas floated include the return of classic design elements, reverting to more traditional castle aesthetics, or creatively leveraging popular IP with new attractions and offerings. As always, there’s speculation about what could effectively reverse the downward trend, but the consensus is that more than superficial changes are required.
Industry-Wide Struggles and Consumer Trends
The broader theme park industry is feeling the pinch. Even as Epic Universe by Universal rents to high attendance, other regional parks like Knott’s Berry Farm and Hershey Park are seeing diminished numbers, often stemming from economic factors, inflation, and guests’ shifting preferences.