Throughout its forty-three year history, Thorpe Park has been home to some pretty amazing rides. From petting farms to high-speed thrill rides, there has always been something for everyone, and some attractions leave more of a legacy than others. Among now defunct greats is X:/ No Way Out, which took riders on an adventure throughContinue reading “No Way Out: The History of Thorpe Park’s X and the Walking Dead”
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Reaching for the Skies- the Evolution of London’s Airports
CW: Mentions of War and the Pandemic For years, aviation has been a massive part of the travel industry, whether you’re travelling to a far-flung location, or your destination is just a little too far to drive or go by ferry. But like any flight, the story of London’s five airports hasn’t been without turbulence.Continue reading “Reaching for the Skies- the Evolution of London’s Airports”
From Europe and Beyond- the history of Center Parcs | DreamVenture
If you’ve booked a European holiday in the past fifty-four years, chances are you’ve at least come across Center Parcs. First founded in 1968, this popular holiday park chain provides holidays aimed at those looking for an adventure, but also to escape the stresses of day-to-day life. But with an impressive twenty-eight resorts, two brandContinue reading “From Europe and Beyond- the history of Center Parcs | DreamVenture”
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Don’t Look Down: the ups and downs in history for B & M Dive Coasters
All coaster fans know that feeling: when you’re up at the top of a lift hill and about to drop, and the ride layout stretches out before you and you’re questioning all of your life choices… and then you finally drop and it’s everything you ever imagined. And if you love this feeling as muchContinue reading “Don’t Look Down: the ups and downs in history for B & M Dive Coasters”
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Beauties of Blackpool: the Classic Attractions of Blackpool Pleasure Beach
There are few parks in the UK that sum up that seaside amusement park experience like Blackpool Pleasure Beach, and no wonder- in its 125 years of operation they’re sure to have picked up a few tricks. Since its opening in 1896, this beachside park has accumulated a lot of history, and has made itsContinue reading “Beauties of Blackpool: the Classic Attractions of Blackpool Pleasure Beach”
No Ordinary Tour: the History of Hollywood Studios’ Great Movie Ride
Movies are amazing, there’s no doubt about that. In less than three or four hours you can travel the world, go backwards or forwards in time, or explore a completely different world altogether, meeting some incredible characters along the way. But what if you could really step inside some of your favourite films? Well, onceContinue reading “No Ordinary Tour: the History of Hollywood Studios’ Great Movie Ride”
Camelot Theme Park: A Medieval Knightmare
It’s 1983. Twenty-one years after the Martin Mere lake of Lancashire was drained, a brand new theme park was opening on the land. At first Camelot Theme Park, named after the story of Camelot and The Knights of the Round Table, was a huge success among the families who visited, however, as larger and moreContinue reading “Camelot Theme Park: A Medieval Knightmare”
A Country of Innovation- The record-breaking and pioneering coasters of the UK
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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