Meet the team
All three of us fell in love with the wonder of theme parks at a young age and bring over 30 years of theme park experience between us. We have diverse backgrounds and interests to bring with our theme park community and straight to you!
Nik Chapman
Graphics and Content Editor
You can find me in a theme park, on a mountain or soaking in a river anywhere and everywhere in PNW nature! I love adventure in all forms and can do so living in the great state of Washington. At Theme Park Today, you might find me trying the culinary delights (because I love food) or more often than not, I am behind the scenes working on the website, blogs, thumbnails, or other creative needs for the team!!
Recently, I’ve had to navigate the world as a disabled theme park enthusiast, which has changed my perspective on how to enjoy that world. So my goal is to bring everyone a relatable theme park experience so everyone feels seen, heard and included in the magic!!! So if you love nerdy details, taking the long road and remaining a kid forever - we’'ll definitely be friends.
Now where are the beignets!?!?!
Krystal Palace
Content Coordinator
Krystal is the Executive Content Coordinator and Writer at Theme Park Today. Being a seasoned Disney and Universal Annual Passholder, her love for adventure began at just 5 years old. From those early trips to Disney World to now, her fascination with theme parks (and desire for adrenaline) has only grown.
You might also catch her over on her YouTube channel, The Krystal Palace, she shares unique experiences and her love for theme parks. Being a native New Yorker, she enjoys visiting and sharing the gems that the Northeastern parks have to offer. However, you can usually find her in Orlando eating a potato outside of Diagon Alley or a donut out in CityWalk.
Krystal’s goal is to create an escape for those looking to dive into the world of theme parks. No matter where you are, you can find fun and adventure.
Kurt Wong-Gillman
Video Content Creator
Kurt Wong-Gillman is the Video Content Creator of Theme Park Today. What does that mean? You’ll see his face in our videos, giving you the BEST theme park content out there. His passion for theme parks started in childhood during visits to Walt Disney World and blossomed into a profession. Kurt’s expertise goes beyond the gates of Disney; he’s an adventurer at Universal Studios parks in Orlando and Hollywood and a world traveler exploring new cities like Tokyo, where he fell in love with in Tokyo Disneyland.
A former Candy Maker at the Disneyland Resort, Kurt’s sweet spot for exploring is not just confined to amusement parks. His love for travel extends to the high seas with vacations on the Disney Cruise Line. Whether it’s a sweet treat in the parks or the thrill of a new cityscape, Kurt is always on the lookout for his next grand adventure. His infectious enthusiasm and in-depth knowledge have made him a go-to source for theme park lovers everywhere.
Our mission statement
At Theme Park Today, our mission is to bring the joy of theme parks to everyone. We strive to be a leading theme park media company that will provide our community guides, tips and tricks, personal experiences, and much more - to bring you ONLY an authentic theme park experience.
At TPT, we think that the wonder of theme parks shouldn’t be limited by physical boundaries. As individuals with hurdles in our own lives, we became a team of passionate enthusiasts, travelers, and experts who dreamed of bringing a magical world right to you. We promise through our diverse and rich content that we will aim to transport you anywhere on the globe with a virtual ticket to unforgettable adventures.
At Theme Park Today, we are more than just a source of information; we are a community of theme park lovers united by a shared passion. Through our commitment to authenticity, quality, and the sheer joy of adventure, we strive to bring the wonder and excitement of theme parks to life, offering our readers an unforgettable experience, wherever they may be.