Theme parks may never be the same after the pandemic, and that's just what fans want

Whether it's using QR codes to pull up menus at restaurants or ordering groceries for pickup or delivery online, people have gotten used to navigating the world at their own pace and in their own space during the pandemic. Now they're expecting the same types of experiences at theme parks, according to a newly released survey by Oracle and Merlin Entertainments, which operates various theme parks and attractions across the globe, including Legoland parks and Madame Tussauds. "COVID impacted how people interact," said Simon de Montfort Walker, General Manager of Oracle Food and Beverage. Oracle's point of sale software is used at concession and retail operations across Merlin theme parks and other major businesses like Marriott and Outback Steakhouse. Disney World holidays:Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party being replaced with new Very Merriest event "We've all spent a lot less time waiting in lines," he said.