Mack Rides is a manufacturer known for their ingenuity and innovative rides. Back in late January, Mack showed a sneak peek of their new water ride concept during the 2020 FKF Convention held at Europa-Park. Today, the manufacturer has officially revealed their concept video with more details. The Rocking Boat features an 8 passenger vehicle…
We take a behind-the-scenes sneak peek look at SeaWorld San Diego’s new dive coaster, Emperor — and see one of the ride cars for the first time. Emperor is a floorless dive coaster that will, in fact, be the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster on the West Coast, as well as the only floorless dive…
Get your Route 66 kicks while riding the Route 66 West Coaster roller coaster at Pacific Park on the Santa Monica Pier, set to debut in Summer 2020. The reconcepting of Pacific Park’s steel roller coaster that races 55 feet above the Santa Monica Pier and provides unparalleled views of the Southern California coastline will cost more than…
Atari -one of the world’s most iconic consumer brands and entertainment producers — today announced a deal with GSD Group — a leading innovation and strategy agency, led by founder Shelly Murphy and partner Napoleon Smith III — to acquire the rights to build video game-themed Atari Hotels in the United States, with the first…
At the start of Kings Dominion Virginia’s 2019 season, The Crypt was closed for large stretches of the season. There were rumors flying around on whether the ride would reopen in 2020. In a shocking surprise, Kings Dominion has made the following announcement today: “Today we have some news to share regarding one of our thrill…
After a long anticipated wait, we finally get a front seat ride on Texas Stingray — the new record breaking wooden roller coaster at SeaWorld San Antonio. Since the IAAPA reveal, work has quickly progressed as the new coaster was completed in early January. Over the course of the last few weeks, the ride underwent testing…
Fun Spot is adding another coaster to its Kissimmee park, and it finally has a name! The new steel roller coaster being constructed by E&F Miller Industries at Fun Spot Kissimmee will be called “Hurricane,” the company revealed earlier today. Last month, Fun Spot held a contest and asked fans to submit family-friendly Florida themed…
SeaWorld San Diego announces “Emperor” as the name of the park’s new dive coaster scheduled to open in summer 2020. This new roller coaster will be the tallest, fastest and longest dive coaster in California, as well as the only floorless dive coaster in the state! Named for the world’s largest penguin, the new coaster…
Earlier this morning, media and industry leaders gathered around the Great Coasters International booth at the IAAPA Expo as the inventors and designers of SeaWorld’s ground-breaking roller coaster Texas Stingray revealed the ride’s first vehicle. Texas Stingray will make its much-anticipated debut at the park in Spring 2020. Representatives from both the American-based GCI and SeaWorld…
For the first time, Carowinds guests have the option to stay overnight right at the park. The 130-suite SpringHill Suites Charlotte at Carowinds welcomes its first guests beginning November 19, 2019. The hotel is located just steps from Carowinds theme park, offering guests convenient access to the 400-acre park, which features more than 60 rides…
Today, Mickey Mouse celebrates his 91st birthday! To celebrate, Disney revealed a 3D poster for Mickey’s first attraction: Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway. https://www.facebook.com/WaltDisneyWorld/posts/10158394284238274 Burst into Mickey and Minnie’s World The darling duo are taking a leisurely drive to a picnic in their sporty roadster—with Conductor Goofy’s train following merrily along. Plot twist—you get to…
All your favorite Nickelodeon characters now call New Jersey… home! After 16 years of planning, a lengthy construction process, and numerous delays, The American Dream mall is officially open in East Rutherford, NJ. The park features over 35 rides, rollercoasters and attractions for families and thrill-seekers, both young and young at heart. SpongeBob, Dora The…