The Island in Pigeon Forge is expanding once again. A year after adding rides from manufacturer SBF, it seems the park has once again ordered from them. This time, the new addition will be one of the highly popular compact spinning coasters. The exact name and model of the new addition is not known yet. …
After a long Winter, it’s finally the time of the year when Amusement parks around the world are opening their new rides for the general public. Over the weekend, Adventureland Long Island opened their latest attraction Mystery Mansion. Mystery Mansion is a unique take on the old dark rides of the past as riders sit…
If you make a visit to the Pittsburgh Zoo this summer, you may get a glimpse of a cute little baby gorilla! Twenty-two-year-old Western lowland gorilla Moka, gave birth to her third baby while out on exhibit yesterday morning at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. The birth created quite an experience for visitors who…
The classic Jardin d’Acclimatation in Paris, France has descided to undergo a renovation. Along with new steampunk themes spread throughout the park, two new rides are also being added — Speed Rockets and L’astrolabe. The Speed Rockets coaster is a custom design of the Gerstlauer Bobsled wild mouse coasters. The ride will stand 36.1 feet…
In light of Tuesday’s sudden news regarding Six Flags acquiring 5 properties, questions arose regarding season passes to those properties. Curious individuals wondered if their Darien Lake pass could get them into Six Flags properties, and visa versa. In light of the surrounding confusion, Darien Lake answerd some questions including questions regarding individual’s passes since…
Many amusement parks around the United States offer the U.S. military discounted admission to their parks during the major summer holidays. SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment has taken the concept to a whole new level with the company’s recent announcements. Available May 24 through July 4, U.S. veterans and up to three guests can receive one…
Six Flags Over Georgia is known for having thrilling roller coasters. After the closure of the Georgia Cyclone in 2017, rumors quickly began to swirl that the park was re-imagining the ride into a new thrill machine. Fast forward to 2018, and we now have a twisted masterpiece of wood and steel. Today, members of the…
Need a stress relief from the daily grind? Call some friends, grab a date, or the kids, and ride some roller coasters this weekend! Kings Dominion is celebrating Memorial Day all weekend long with extended fireworks shows, free admission for military, the opening of its 20-acre water park, live entertainment, and more during the Memorial…
It’s almost time to get this fiesta started! On May 25, Aquatica SeaWorld’s Waterpark is set to open for the summer season with a combination of thrilling high-speed slides and rides, a relaxing beach side resort atmosphere and up-close animal encounters. This year, guests can also enjoy the Fiesta Aquatica celebration every day at 3…
Dollywood’s Season of Showstoppers really heats up during the annual Barbeque & Bluegrass festival, thanks to a stellar lineup of bluegrass music’s best artists as well as expertly-prepared barbeque from Dollywood’s Golden Ticket Award-winning foods team! https://player.vimeo.com/video/270370068 The opening weekend of the annual festival kicks off with The Gibson Brothers (May 25) and the “Queen…
Disney has finally provided fans with an update regarding the huge Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge expansion for both Disneyland and Disney World resorts. While we knew the lands were slated to open in 2019, exactly when wasn’t official until now. Today, Disney revealed that it’s Disneyland version will open in the summer, while the Disney…
Sesame Place is preparing to give guests this week a new wild ride, literally. On Saturday, the Pennsylvania park will debut it’s latest ride, Oscar’s Wacky Taxi. The ride was designed and built by Gravity Group and Gravitycraft, respectively. Each ride will take guests 40 feet, before dropping them into a 1200 foot long course…