The iconic Pier 39 in San Francisco is adding an all new attraction this year. The Flyer San Francisco is going to offer visitors to San Francisco an amazing new visual introduction to the City by the Bay. This heart-pounding adventure will feature a 28-seat flying theater with a massive movie screen and the newest…
3…2…1… DROP! Starting tomorrow, thrill seekers will be able to “drop in” and experience a free fall sensation on Vanish Point, an all new drop slide at Adventure Island Tampa Bay! The new slide was inspired by the point on a wave where water and gravity form a perfect partnership. This 70-foot drop slide lets…
Dollywood is expanding their park in a big way for the 2019 season. According to documents submitted to the Pigeon Forge Planning Commission, Dollywood is planning to add a 5 acre expansion behind Thunderhead for the 2019 season. Crews are already developing five acres of property on the Dollywood campus for the expansion that includes…
Universal Orlando is preparing to open Aventura Hotel this August—the companies sixth Orlando hotel. Universal’s Aventura Hotel will let guests experience a fresh and fun way to stay – in a space that fits their style. It’s modern and smart, yet vibrant and relaxed. Perfectly priced and set within Universal Orlando Resort, it’s a chill zone, party place,…
Time Traveler, the world’s fastest, steepest, and tallest spinning roller coaster is in its final stages of testing at Silver Dollar City. Today, the park sent us a new video explaining the dynamics of the first-of-its-kind spin on this revolutionary coaster. Get a sneak peek and learn about the the science and technology behind the inner workings…
Walt Disney World is considered by many to be the “Happiest Place on Earth”, however, Disney’s latest addition may cause WDW to be called the “Happiest Place on TURF”! Walt Disney World Golf, operated by Arnold Palmer Golf Management, has combined the fast-paced nature of soccer with the excitement and precision of golf! Disney is providing a…
In 2018 Alton Towers is debuting Wicker Man, the first wooden roller coaster to be built in the UK for 21 years, complete with the unique thrill of fire! Wicker Man is a spectacular six-story (57.7ft) structure, featuring an impressive wooden structure with a human face on one side and ram’s head on the other—that…
On Saturday, February 24th, Kentucky Kingdom held a special tour for invited coaster enthusiasts, club members, and select media. The annual event, appropriately named King Louie’s Winter Walk-Thru, provided fans with an off season behind-the-scenes tour of the park. Since majority of our staff was at Cedar Point for their annual off season charity event, our…
Starting in 2018, Waterworld Concord will be transformed into Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord. As part of it’s 2017 acquisition by the Six Flags chain, it will be an officially branded Six Flags property. Along with the new name, the park is also receiving a new attraction. For the 2018 season, Splashwater Island will be added…
Thorpe Park is making some major adjustments within their park starting with the debut of new roller coaster. The often overlooked X;\ No Way Out coaster will figuratively come back from the dead themed as “The Walking Dead: The Ride”. “The Walking Dead: The Ride” will replace the former “X: No Way Out” coaster this…
Central Park Fun-Land has been undergoing renovations over the recent months to improve their environment and overall image of the park. The Indoor/Outdoor Virginia based Family Fun Center recently completed an overhaul with new paint, new carpeting, a colorful lighting display, and a major renovation of the restrooms. But, they didn’t stop there…. Fun-Land began to build…
In lieu of the success of Star Wars, Disney has announced the return of an event that is out-of this world! On May 27th, Disney’s Hollywood Studios will host the return of Star Wars: Galactic Nights, making this the third time the event has been hosted at the park. Star Wars: Galactic Nights, a one-of-a-kind party where…