Muppets Mayhem: Inside Muppet*Vision’s Closing and the Unexpected E-Ticket Kermit & Miss Piggy Will Move Into
Meanwhile… When Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 1999,…
Muppets Mayhem: Inside Muppet*Vision’s Closing and the Unexpected E-Ticket Kermit & Miss Piggy Will Move Into
Meanwhile… When Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster Starring Aerosmith opened at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in 1999, it was quite literally unlike anything Walt Disney World had seen before. Though Disney was in the midst of a thrill-focused era at the time (look no further than EPCOT’s transformation into a “discovery park” defined by Soarin’, Test Track,…
Three Theme Park Destinations To Visit OUTSIDE Of Orlando
When people think of major theme parks in the US, Orlando often comes to mind as the epicenter of excitement and adventure. While the city is home to some of the world’s most famous parks, there are other notable destinations that offer unique experiences both in the parks and out. Let’s take a look at…
REST IN PIECES: The Six US Roller Coasters That Closed in 2024
In 2024, we lost six roller coasters. While most of the loses make way for new attractions, we will surely miss the thrills that these coasters have offered. Let’s take a look at the coasters we lost in 2024. Anaconda at Kings Dominion Anaconda was a steel roller coaster and one of the classic Arrow…
Which Parks Will The “New” Six Flags Consider Selling or Closing? Here Are Our Thoughts on All 27 Properties…
Bronze Tier The following parks are smaller, more locally-oriented parks in the new Six Flags chain. That doesn’t necessarily mean they’re expendable. Just the opposite, smaller parks that maintain steady local attendance without major capital investment can be an important part of the ecosystem. But with a now-massive chain to maintain, it’s also possible Six…
The World’s Fastest Roller Coaster (For Now) Looks Ready to Re-Open After a 2024 Closure…
As thrillseekers know all too well, 2024 ended up being an unusual year when it comes to record-breaking roller coasters. A series of high-profile closures left several would-be record-holders in the dreaded state of standing but not operating (“SBNO”)… So many are closed, in fact, that as we explored, the “world’s fastest roller coaster” in…
Wicked Is POPULAR! Could We See Wicked At Universal Orlando Resort?
Wicked, the movie based on the acclaimed long running musical hit theaters last month and the world is in love. The musical, which serves as a prequel to the events of the Wizard of Oz, has a rich lore, beloved characters, enchanting visuals, and timeless music that could provide an immersive new theme park experience…
A World After Dragster & Kingda Ka: The Updated Lineup of Record Breaking Roller Coasters
Believe it or not, the tallest and fastest currently-operating roller coaster in the entire world is one you’ve probably never cared much about: Red Force at Ferrari Land (part of the PortAventura Resort in Spain). That’s right – the ride that used to be the fourth-fastest coaster on Earth is currently in spot number one…
Track is now complete for Falcon’s Flight, the world’s first Exa Coaster at Six Flags Qiddiya!
At the end of October there was exciting news surrounding Six Flags Qiddiya. Many people doubted that the proposed Six Flags park in the desert of Saudi Arabia, would ever get the green light. But back in March, construction began. The new photo was released and can be seen in the article below, we now…
8 Refurbishments and Closures Happening at Universal Orlando Resort (December 2024)
It is important for guests visiting Universal Orlando Resort to know which rides and attractions are closed for refurbishment or for another reason to avoid disappointment. It can be difficult to keep up to date with the changing schedules so we are collating the current list of refurbishments planned for Universal Orlando Resort during December…
11 Refurbishments And Closures Happening Now At Walt Disney World (December 2024)
7. Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser Status: Confirmed Dates: September 30, 2023 – Permanent At the end of May, Disney made the shocking announcement that their most immersive experience; Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser would take its last voyage Sept. 28-30 meaning after only 18 months since its official debut in March 2022, it has now closed…