Fourteen years to the day of the Les Taxis antique car ride giving its last rides on August 16, 2004, Kings Island announced the return of the immensely popular family favorite on Thursday. The standing-room only crowd in the Festhaus cheered loudly when doors off to the side of the stage swung open and Kings…
Less than a year after debuting Electric Eel, SeaWorld SanDiego has submitted plans for another coaster. The new attraction, as detailed by the filing to the California Coastal Commission, is situated by the park’s Shipwreck Rapids attraction. The plan details the new attraction as: ” The proposed new 22-foot high coaster will cover approximately 800…
Over the last few seasons, Kings Island has been is in the midst of a large expansion process. The recent additions of Banshee, Mystic Timbers, and Coney Bar-B-Que have put Kings Island in the national spotlight. However, documents suggest that there are more key additions in the upcoming years. In a Notice of Commencement submitted…
Ever since the acquisition of the rights to operate five properties, rumors regarding Six Flags next steps have been spreading like wildfire. Those rumors gained some substance today when a listing for a park aptly named Kids World appeared on the Six Flags website. The park, situated in Springfield, would cater directly towards kids….
When Canada’s Wonderland opens its gates for the 2019 season, the park’s skyline will be forever transformed by Yukon Striker – the longest, fastest and tallest dive roller coaster in the world. Situated in the newly themed area Frontier Canada, Yukon Striker will be the country’s first dive coaster and the park’s 17th coaster, placing…
All good things must come to an end. After many speculations and rumors, Cedar Point has finally announced that that their famed Enterprise / Witches Wheel, would soon close forever. Since it’s opening in 1977, the ride has thrilled over 24 million people! This announcement comes following strange sights in the surrounding area. Earlier this…
During last week’s American Coaster Enthusiast event at Coney Island in Cincinnati, it was briefly mentioned that the park was looking into the possibility of adding a set of flyers to their lineup. However, it was not stated whether the flyers would be a brand new model from Larson, or an authentic Bisch-Rocco ride similar…
A few weeks ago we reported that soil testing was being conducted at Busch Gardens Williamsburg for an anticipated new attraction. Due to the complex nature of the terrain, as well as the large area of land being sampled, it was logical to assume that the park was looking to add a signature attraction. Our…
Universal Studios Hollywood recently announced its “Countdown to the Extinction of Jurassic Park—The Ride” campaign designed to pay homage to the thrill ride that closes on September 3 to make way for the all-new Jurassic World ride, a technologically-advanced epic adventure inspired by Universal Pictures’ blockbuster film franchise, opening in 2019. In 1996, Universal Studios…
Rumors have been swirling about a new roller coaster coming to Kennywood since the removal of the Log Jammer last off-season. Although no official announcement has been made confirming a new coaster, the park has released their first teaser for the “Project 412” expansion in the form of a lottery scratch off. The tease consists…
While the 2018 season of thrills has just begun for most amusement parks, 2019 plans are already being executed at some parks. According to documents filed with the Southwest Florida Water Management District, Busch Gardens Tampa is advancing on a new attraction they are calling “Project Teel”. Plans indicate a new ride will be placed…
As we reported back in February, Hersheypark is looking towards a massive 2020 project. Earlier today, Hershey Entertainment and Resorts presented a land development plan at the Derry Township Planning Commission meeting for redeveloping 23 acres on the west side of the 121 acre park. The plan calls for redesigning the park’s front entrance gate and drop-off…