The UK: land of tea, history… and amazing coasters. Compared to many other countries across Europe, here in the UK we aren’t exactly known for our thrilling rides and rollercoasters, with many UK parks, particularly in the South and East, going for a more immersive, themed approach. However, British theme parks are home to manyContinue reading “A Country of Innovation- The record-breaking and pioneering coasters of the UK”
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The Disney Park of the Future: has Epcot lost sight of it’s vision?
Let’s face it: what with all the Disney parks closed, we’re all facing a bit of Disney withdrawal, myself included in that. Today I’ll try to cure a bit of your (and my) theme park withdrawal by diving into the history of one of the world’s most famous theme parks, a park that started withContinue reading “The Disney Park of the Future: has Epcot lost sight of it’s vision?”
The Thorpe Fire of 2000- the event that changed the park forever
The aims, target audience and actions of all theme parks and park companies are largely influenced by past events, some more than others. Sometimes these events will only affect small aspects of the park, such as a ride closing or being rethemed, but occasionally they can change the future of the park and it’s ownersContinue reading “The Thorpe Fire of 2000- the event that changed the park forever”
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Indiana Beach: A little park with a lot of history
From it’s origins as Ideal Beach in 1926, Indiana Beach has entertained and thrilled visitors for almost 100 years. This small boardwalk park is located on Indiana’s beautiful Lake Shafer, and has previously been home to over twenty rides and attractions, aimed at families and thrillseekers alike. On February 20th 2020, Apex Parks announced theContinue reading “Indiana Beach: A little park with a lot of history”
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Strangeness of Life: The weird and wonderful attractions of Epcot’s Wonders of Life Pavilion
When Walt Disney began drawing up his plans for the Experimental Prototype Community Of Tomorrow, something that was included right from the start was a pavilion dedicated to health and fitness, and the wonders of the human body. Imagineers wanted to stay as close to the original plans as possible when designing Epcot Center, nowContinue reading “Strangeness of Life: The weird and wonderful attractions of Epcot’s Wonders of Life Pavilion”
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Europe’s Greatest Darkrides- one continent, many amazing worlds
Europe is home to many incredible darkrides, from the thrills of indoor rollercoasters, to the beauty of many of the scenes in some trackless and water-based darkrides. Not all rides are created equal however, and some parks go all out with creating the most immersively impressive darkride experiences for their guests, combining technology, story andContinue reading “Europe’s Greatest Darkrides- one continent, many amazing worlds”
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Disneyland’s Black Sunday: What was it and how did it happen?
“As long as there is imagination left in the world, Disneyland will never be complete” Walt Disney When you think of Disneyland, what comes to mind? Castles, family, and Mickey Mouse? What about fires, dehydration and stampeding crowds? Okay, those last three maybe aren’t so likely. But all these actually happened on Disneyland’s opening day,Continue reading “Disneyland’s Black Sunday: What was it and how did it happen?”
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Breaking News: Alton Towers announces new ‘Gangsta Granny’ dark ride
Recently there has been a lot of speculation among the coaster enthusiast community on what Alton Towers’ next ride will be, with predictions ranging from a ground-up RMC hybrid to a new kiddy ride for Cbeebies Land. Earlier today however, when all hope for a new ride for 2020 seemed lost, the park announced theirContinue reading “Breaking News: Alton Towers announces new ‘Gangsta Granny’ dark ride”
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Alton Towers’ Secret Weapon Programme: what is it and how does it work?
Alton Towers is considered to be one of the most amazing theme parks in the UK and even in Europe, with many coaster enthusiasts making the park a bucket list location to get some awesome creds. Nestled among some beautiful scenery and historic locations in Staffordshire, England, Alton Towers is home to some incredible rides,Continue reading “Alton Towers’ Secret Weapon Programme: what is it and how does it work?”
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