Triotech launches “Reef Rider”, a new interactive VR film developed exclusively for the STORM™. The STORM™ is Triotech’s latest interactive VR coin-op simulator which was successfully launched at IAAPA EXPO Orlando. This one-of-a-kind VR experience is set in an underwater setting and was developed by Triotech’s animation studio. In this thrilling adventure, two players…
The amusement industry has been trying to deal with the onset of Covid-19 since it’s initial onset in mid March. Cedar Fair, operators of twelve amusement parks, four outdoor water parks, one indoor water park, and five hotels in the US and Canada, was only able to open Cedar Point, Dorney Park, Kings Island, Michigan’s…
If haunted drive-thru attractions aren’t terrifying enough, Japan’s tallest ferris wheel, known as ‘The Osaka Wheel’ (403.5-ft) , has been given a special Halloween overlay. The ride has been temporarily re-branded as the “Zombie Ferris Wheel in Hell”. Each ride starts with six guests entering a cabin that is entirely closed in with wrap around…
Busch Gardens® Williamsburg announced today the launch of an ALL-NEW special event – Coasters and Craft Brews. While the general park remains closed, this new specially ticketed outdoor event will highlight an array of hand-picked park experiences including three iconic roller coasters, high flying Screamin’ Swing, ice cold local and craft brews, and tasty barbeque….
Triotech, world leader in interactive attractions, is proud to announce the installation of its 28-seat Dark Ride interactive theater at Rainbow’s End, New Zealand’s largest theme park. “New Zealand has been doing extremely well considering the current worldwide public health situation. Having been there myself, I found it to be a spectacular country with wonderful…
Today, Intamin has officially unveiled four new coaster concepts to the company’s lineup. The coasters introduced included two water coasters, a compact triple launch coaster, and Intamin’s single rail coaster concept. Ultra Splash The first concept is a combination of a shuttle and water coaster. Cars consisting of 24 riders are launched back and forth…
With great anticipation of Silver Dollar City’s 2020 promise to present The Tallest Drop on a Water Raft Ride in the Western Hemisphere, Mystic River Falls is now open. The water adventure includes winding, roaring rapids set in an authentic Ozarks mountainous river theme, culminating with a waterfall drop that sends riders down more than…
As the sun goes down, SeaWorld comes alive with the glow of Electric Ocean Remix, premiering July 24 on Fridays and Saturdays. Guests are invited to stay late on summer weekends to enjoy electrifying dance music and a brilliant evening of energy that sparks as the sun sets, while maintaining safe physical distancing. The fun…
One of the unfortunate impacts of the Coronavirus was the delay of Snake River Expedition at Cedar Point. The attraction, set to open in 2020, has been pushed back to the 2021 season. The attraction is a boat ride that will give passengers a leisurely tour around Adventure Island in the middle of the park….
This weekend, the Taste of Seven Seas Food Festival launches at SeaWorld Orlando. SeaWorld Orlando’s annual spring event, the Seven Seas Food Festival, resumes this summer in a modified format at SeaWorld Orlando for guests to enjoy select fan favorite food options in a safe environment. Each week, guests can sample popular food and drink features from…
In 2019, Kentucky Kingdom added Kentucky Flyer, a Gravity Group coaster that was well received not only by thrill seekers, but entire families! With the park expanding at a rapid rate, fans started wondering.. when would the park receive their next coaster….? The answer to that question appears to be 2021. Inside FAA documentation that…
Starting this weekend, guests can feel the spark after dark at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay’s Summer Nights with an ALL NEW laser and fireworks finale, tasty seasonal eats, and extended park hours every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from July 17 to August 16. Cooler nighttime temperatures and enhanced health and safety measures provide guests at…