Some theme parks and companies come up with coolly creative names for their rides, and some just… don’t. From Big Worm Inertia Train to the Farting Dog coaster, here are some of the worst names parks actually chose to give to their rides
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The Secret Formula: the success and sad removal of Chessington’s Bubbleworks
Throughout the late 80s and early 90s, attraction designers like John Wardley were working hard to bring the American concept of a theme park to the UK, and a lot of the parks we know and love today, Thorpe Park, Chessington, Alton Towers and more, were all being redeveloped or built to fit into thisContinue reading “The Secret Formula: the success and sad removal of Chessington’s Bubbleworks”
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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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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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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