As a kid, I was captivated by the magic of theme and amusement parks. After each visit, I’d relive my time by drawing coasters in my notebooks or playing Rollercoaster Tycoon. I watched Travel Channel shows on the top amusement parks and water parks in the country.

My ultimate childhood dream was to visit every major theme park in the USA.

But I got distracted by life and that dream faded into the background.

Then in 2023, I planned my first trip to Disney World in two decades. Until then, I had no idea there were communities dedicated to theme park and amusement park enthusiasts. I realized my dream didn’t have to remain a childhood memory.

Now I’m determined to experience every major theme park around the world.

WARNING to the word police: I say theme park and amusement park interchangeably just to keep it simple.