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Phantom's Revenge
Amanda Dwyer
Friday, August 18, 2023

Roller Coaster Redemption: How These Once-Despised Rides Became Beloved Thrills

Cedar Point is currently working to reinvent one of its most infamous coasters, however, they aren't the first to do so. Let's check out other coasters who overcame their flaws to become some of the most improved coasters in the country...
Verrückt waterslide
Ellie Igou
Thursday, August 17, 2023

Dark Theme Park History: The Verrückt Waterslide Tragedy And What Was Learnt From It

The Verrückt waterslide at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in Kansas City became the tallest in the world when it opened but ultimately led to tragedy. As a result amusement and theme parks have become a lot safer than they once were...
Decommissioned Guntown Mountain Chairlift
Ellie Igou
Wednesday, August 16, 2023

The Fascinating Story Of Guntown Mountain: Kentucky's Once-Abandoned Wild West Theme Park

Do you know the fascinating story of Guntown Mountain, Kentucky's once-abandoned Wild West theme park?
Magic Kingdom castle
Brian
Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Disney Is Slipping, Universal Rises, and Other Surprising Findings From Theme Park Attendance in 2022

You can't beat the facts, Disney is slipping and Universal rises! Let's explore all the findings from theme park attendance results in 2022...
American Heartland Theme Park
Brian
Monday, August 14, 2023

"To Be Or Not To Be?" What Other I'll-Believe-It-When-I-See-It Theme Parks Tell Us About American Heartland

"We'll believe it when we see it." Will the newly announced, American Heartland, dubbed as the "Disneyland of the Midwest" join a long list of announced-then-abandoned parks? Let's explore...
Tranan
Amanda Dwyer
Saturday, August 12, 2023

Ride On The Wild Side: 10 Unconventional Coaster Vehicles That Push the Limits

We are looking at some of the most innovative and bizarre roller coaster ride vehicles, from motorbikes and snowmobiles to coaters where you'll ride in an actual cage...
Six Flags Dubailand
Amanda Dwyer
Friday, August 11, 2023

SCRAPPED...Six Flags Projects That Ultimately Fell Apart

There were two impressive Six Flags projects in Asia that unfortunately never made it past the construction phases...
Hogwarts Castle at Universal Orlando Resort's Islands of Adventure
Ellie Clark
Thursday, August 10, 2023

The Wizarding World Was Originally Destined for Walt Disney World? This Is What Was Planned!

The Wizarding World is Universal Orlando’s flagship experience, but did you know that Walt Disney World planned to have a Harry Potter land first?
Noahs Ark
Amanda Dwyer
Wednesday, August 9, 2023

8 Of The Best Waterparks To Cool Off At This Summer

From thrilling slides to relaxing lazy rivers, there is something for everyone at these top waterpark destinations...
Velocicoaster
Amanda Dwyer
Tuesday, August 8, 2023

BLAST OFF: The Thrilling History of Launched Roller Coasters

Over the last 50 years, we have seen incredible advancements in launch technology. Let's look back at how we got from the standard shuttle loop to modern marvels like Velocicoaster...
X-Men (Marvel)
Nathan Reynolds
Monday, August 7, 2023

Is Now The Right Time For Universal To Go Big On X-Men And Fantastic Four?

In a few years the Marvel Cinematic Universe could center around the X-Men and Fantastic Four, rather than the Avengers, as such should Universal prepare new attractions in Orlando?
Haunted Mansion
Brian
Sunday, August 6, 2023

It's Not Looking Good for Disney's "Haunted Mansion" Movie... Here's What Fans Have To Say...

Does the 2023's Haunted Mansion adaptation manage to achieve the impossible task of pleasing both Disney Parks die-hards and the general public looking for a family-friendly summer comedy?

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