Many people like theme parks. Many people also like natural parks. They are very different experiences. Theme parks are about being immersed in a story and riding rides that leave you in amazement over how they were able to do that. Natural parks are about getting out in God’s creation, seeing majestic views, and being left in amazement at nature.
Is one better than the other? I went to Glacier with my Dad and brother in July. I also went to Walt Disney World with a friend in October. They were both delightful trips. I got in a lot of walking (or hiking) on each trip. They are very different experiences, so it is difficult to compare the two. I do both types of trips so that I can enjoy both rides and nature. I guess that’s why a theme park like Animal Kingdom has a lot of appeal. The caretakers really cares about the animals (it is a certified zoo), and there are also great rides there. Perhaps Kilimanjaro Safaris is the best example of an animal-focused ride. The areas for the animals were designed with both safety and guest viewing opportunities in mind. You may not know but Disney came close to developing a ski resort in California—the first attempt was Mammoth Mountain, the second was Mineral King. Neither of them worked out, but it would have been interesting to see what Disney would have done in the recreational sector. A proposal for an audio-animatronic singing bear show for a restaurant ended up becoming Country Bear Jamboree at Disney parks. I think it is important for children to experience both theme parks and natural parks. Then as they age, they can figure out which one is more of their hobby.
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