Theme Park Features, Blogs & Articles

Theme Park Tourist features a wide-range of in-depth features and articles, covering rides, attractions and restaurants at theme parks all over the world. As well as previews and reviews of new rides, look out for "Top 10" lists and tips for saving time and money on your next park visit.

Amanda Dwyer

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Builder's Blunders: Son of Beast's Missed Shot at Greatness

Son of Beast had all the potential to be an incredible wooden coaster. Unfortunately, a series of missteps would lead to this coaster securing its legacy as one of infamy and issues. Let's look at where it all went from for this behemoth wooden monster...

Ellie Igou

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

5 Of The BEST Creepy Rides To Haunt This Halloween Season!

Do not miss these 5 creepiest rides this Halloween season...

Brian

Sunday, October 15, 2023

Coaster Yard Sale: Where We Hope California's Great America's Soon-To-Be Abandoned Rides End Up Next...

So even as we prepare to mourn Great America, the obvious question becomes... what will happen to this doomed park's roller coasters?

Amanda Dwyer

Friday, October 13, 2023

X2: The Coaster That Took Us To Another Dimension

This coaster revolutionized what a roller coaster could do, and paved the way for a new type of coaster...

Amanda Dwyer

Thursday, October 12, 2023

Primordial At Lagoon Is FINALLY open! Here's Everything You Need To Know

After nearly a decade in development and under construction, Primordial at Lagoon Amusement Park is finally open! Let's take a look at what you need to know about this state-of-the-art coaster...

Ellie Clark

Wednesday, October 11, 2023

The UK’s History Of Canceled Theme Parks: How Universal & Disney Almost Came To England!

The UK has a long-running history of scrapped theme park projects…

Daniel Roberts

Tuesday, October 10, 2023

More Bang For Your Galleon: How Warner Bros. Studios In London Has Almost Doubled In Size Over the Last 10 Years!

Your pocket of gold will take you a lot further at Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter these days!

Amanda Dwyer

Monday, October 9, 2023

Mean Streak To Steel Vengeance: Is this RMC Hybrid At Cedar Point The Best Coaster In the US?

Rocky Mountain Construction has a reputation for turning run-down wooden coasters into incredible hybrids. Let's take a look at what some consider to be the best of the best...

Nathan Reynolds

Saturday, October 7, 2023

3 Ways Diagon Alley Could Be Expanded At Universal Studios Florida

Easily Universal’s biggest attraction in Orlando, expansion of the Wizarding World should be a top priority...

Amanda Dwyer

Friday, October 6, 2023

Coaster Craze: Why More Theme Parks Are Focusing On Family-Friendly Thrills

It seems more theme parks are aiming to create thrilling coasters that guests young and old can enjoy. Let's look at why this focus on family-friendly coasters is helping to create a better overall theme park experience.

Amanda Dwyer

Thursday, October 5, 2023

Riding High: Exploring The 9 Best Roller Coasters Worldwide

From heart-pounding drops to innovations in coaster technology, we explore some of the world's best roller coasters that promise an unforgettable ride experience. Do you agree with our picks?

Adam Fagenson

Wednesday, October 4, 2023

To Kill Opening Day Nostalgia: The Motor Boat Cruise to Gummi Glen

Disneyland of 1955 had numerous attractions that didn’t last long before being replaced, refurbished, or removed. One of these attractions slightly outlived the others, a ride that few remember, and for good reason...