Silver Dollar City is named to the top spot in the nation for “Best Theme Park Holiday Event” in USA Today’s 10Best poll, announced today by the newspaper. The honor followed four weeks of voting by USA Today’s audience that included their readers, theme park guests and fans, members of the media and even some…
This year, Kings Island is offering a brand new way to celebrate New Year’s Eve with a family-friendly alternative: New Year’s Eve at WinterFest! Join Snoopy’s Rockin’ Countdown Party, see Charlie Brown’s New Year’s Eve Celebration, and finish the night with fireworks at the stroke of midnight! Tinker’s Early New Year’s Extravaganza • 7:30– 9:30PM…
In the last few years, Adventureland in Iowa has undergone a massive expansion. In 2014, the park added Storm Chaser, Iowa’s tallest ride. In 2016, they introduced the highly regarded Monster, an Infinity Coaster from Gerstlauer. In June of 2019, the park will introduce their sixth coaster, The Phoenix! Manufactured by Maurer Rides from Germany,…
Kentucky Kingdom has started construction on their all new Kentucky Flyer coaster. The park released numerous photos of the construction, which provide some fascinating details on how roller coasters are constructed. The park started the construction process by removing a section of the berm surrounding the waterpark. The removal was needed in order to ensure…
Today the attractions industry’s two leading ride manufacturers, Dynamic Attractions and Chance Rides, have announced a strategic alliance. Together they will provide the industry with innovative ride systems designed by Dynamic Attractions with manufacturing support provided by Chance Rides at its 20-acre ride manufacturing facility in Wichita, Kansas. The two companies’ alliance allows them to…
A roller coaster capable of doing spin-outs and other racing moves was unveiled today by innovative ride manufacturer Dynamic Attractions at the global exposition for theme park operators put on by the International Attractions and Amusement Parks Association (IAAPA). “The Dual Power Coaster the world’s most advanced roller coaster vehicle,” states Hao Wang, President, Dynamic…
Just in time for the holidays, ICON Orlando is rolling out a festive collection of seasonal savings for group and individual flights, exciting new options for group celebrations and gatherings, nightly light shows, and unique dinner experiences. Designed for visitors and locals alike, the new offerings present significant savings on memorable holiday outings for friends…
A one-of-a-kind hotel is coming to central Pennsylvania. The new hotel, the Cartoon Network Hotel, will debut in 2019. The hotel will be themed to the channel’s iconic television shows such as Adventure Time, We Bare Bears, The Powerpuff Girls and Ben 10. This will be one of the first hotels in the world where the workers will be the…
Kings Island crews have been taking advantage of the nice weather this week to get the amusement park ready for WinterFest. The annual holiday tradition in Mason features more than five million lights, ice skating on the famous Royal Fountain, select rides, and live shows. WinterFest opens in just 14 days, the day after Thanksgiving. …
This holiday season, there are more reasons than ever to join the merriment of SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration. Guests of all ages can delight over scrumptious food, stunning live shows, and joyful entertainment inspired by the natural world as they create treasured memories together. Over 3 million sparkling lights will shine bright during the festive Christmas event,…
Triotech, creator of award-winning media-based attractions, is releasing a 10th anniversary edition of its successful coin-op simulator Typhoon at IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando. The Typhoon was one of the first coin-op simulator to offer an experience to share, featuring two motion seats side by side and a selection of movies with a wide appeal…
Ballast Point, the popular San Diego-based brewer, will open its first Orange County location in the Downtown Disney District at the Disneyland Resort this fall. The 7,000 sq. ft. family-friendly eatery will house Downtown Disney District’s first-ever on-site brewery, tasting room, kitchen and outdoor beer garden. The high-quality, award-winning beers complement its extensive selection of local, sustainable and seasonal…