Theme park news round-up - January 22, 2013
Submitted by Nick Sim on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 13:46
After weeks of speculation that the ride would not be ready for the start of the 2013 season, Alton Towers has confirmed that The Smiler roller coaster will now debut in May. Meanwhile, sister park Thorpe Park has announced that the back two rows of The Swarm will be reversed to enable riders to experience it backwards, while LEGOLAND Florida will host several special Star Wars events this year.
Alton Towers
Alton Towers has confirmed that The Smiler roller coaster will not be open in time for the start of the 2013 season, with the new addition now set to debut in May.
Full story: Theme Park Tourist
Thorpe Park
Thorpe Park has confirmed that its "surprise plan" for the 2013 season involves reversing the seats on the back two rows of The Swarm roller coaster.
Full story: Theme Park Tourist
LEGOLAND Florida
LEGOLAND Florida has announced its special event schedule for 2013, which includes a series of "LEGO Star Wars Days", despite the acquisition of the Star Wars brand by Disney. Orlando Attractions Magazine has all the details.
Full story: Orlando Attractions Magazine
Walt Disney World
A new film set at Walt Disney World and Disneyland has premiered at the 2013 Sundance Film Festival - and it was shot entirely without Disney's permission.
Full story: Theme Park Tourist
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