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Would you ride...Cannonball Loop at Action Park?

The infamous Action Park in New Jersey was the site of at least six deaths. Surprisingly, none of them came at the hands of the truly ridiculous Cannonball Loop. After flying down a steep slope, riders on this water slide would be sent through a ludicrously tight vertical loop. If they didn't weigh

How Are Theme Parks' Costumed Characters Created?

For many visitors, meeting costumed characters forms a major part of the theme park experience. But have you ever wondered how those furry costumes are created? UK-based Rainbow Productions is a leading provider of such outfits, for use both at theme parks and at many other events. In addition to

Photos: Villas at the Grand Floridian and Polynesian Update

Let's take a look around the Magic Kingdom resorts as the Villas at the Grand Floridian are now open and construction for Disney Vacation Club at the Polynesian is underway. The Villas at the Grand Floridian Resort and Spa are now officially open as of October 23, 2013. I went by on Sunday the 20th

Photos: Walt Disney World Parks Update Including Fall Decor, Mine Train, and More

We will be taking a look around the Walt Disney World theme parks including some Halloween décor, a Seven Dwarfs Mine Train update and more. It was a beautiful morning on Sunday October 20, 2013 and Halloween is just around the corner. Fall decorations at the Magic Kingdom have been on display since

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (October 26, 2013)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of October 20, 2013. Walt Disney World: Magic Kingdom: A bypass next to Main Street U.S.A is currently being built. During peak season at the park, the crowd levels on Main Street can become overwhelming

How I Overcame My Fear of Scare Mazes

To not do a Scare Maze is the scariest thing, apparently! I'm probably talking to the minority here if I were to relay the fact that I am not a fan of scare mazes. I really enjoy dark ride haunted house rides (the scarier the better) but, it's the actor addition that I find really difficult to cope

The Top 5 Theme Parks in India

India is well-known for its incredible historic sites, but the country is also home to a growing number of theme parks.

Weekly Orlando Theme Parks Rumor and Refurbs Update (October 19, 2013)

This is the weekly rumor and refurbishment update for Orlando-area theme parks for the week of October 13, 2013. Walt Disney World: Hollywood Studios: Glow with the Show had its Fantasmic! debut on October 15. Glow with the Show is a concept that incorporates light up Mickey ears. The Mickey ears

The Land Before AVATAR: What Disney's Animal Kingdom Almost Had

Dive into the myth and mystery of what could have been at Disney's Animal Kingdom.

Ask the Expert: Top tips for visitors to Universal Studios Hollywood

Essential tips for visitors to Universal Studios Hollywood, from a leading expert on the park.

Why the UK Will Never See a New Wooden Roller Coaster

The UK will never see a new wooden roller coaster. Click here to read why.

Why the UK Will Never See a New Wooden Roller Coaster

The UK will never see a new wooden roller coaster. Click here to read why.

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