During a recent work trip, I had the chance to spend a few evenings exploring Nickelodeon Universe, the indoor theme park inside the Mall of America. Since I was staying just across the street, I was able to pop over...
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Review: Monsters Unchained – The Frankenstein Experiment at Epic Universe
It has been over a decade since Universal debuted Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and brought the Kuka arm dark ride to life, redefining what an attraction can do. As theme park fans, we have been eagerly waiting for...
Continue reading...A Taste of Silver Dollar City’s New Spring Exposition Festival
We had the privilege of visiting Silver Dollar City for the start of their newest festival, the Spring Exposition Festival. This new springtime festival invokes the color and energy of the season through its entertainment offerings, specialty menu items and...
Continue reading...Review: Mine Cart Madness at Epic Universe
Universal’s “boom coaster” has been a concept for over a decade now, just see our older article. When it finally materialized for Mine Cart Madness in Donkey Kong Country, it seemed like there couldn’t be a more perfect theme for...
Continue reading...Review: Harry Potter and the Battle at the Ministry at Universal Epic Universe
Universal Orlando Resort’s current status as a theme park giant can largely be traced back to the opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter. The original land is one of the first fully immersive theme park lands, and the...
Continue reading...Review: Stardust Racers at Epic Universe
Epic Universe is now in previews, and the reviews are rolling out all over social media. We were lucky enough to get a preview of the whole park, but this article will focus solely on Stardust Racers. We will have...
Continue reading...Review: Terra Luna Resort at Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando’s second Epic Universe hotel is now open. Terra Luna is the sister hotel to Stella Nova (which we reviewed back in January) and just opened on March 25th. Terra Luna is “inspired by the thrill of exploring the...
Continue reading...Great Books for Theme Park Fans
As a theme park lover who also reads and writes books, I’m often talking about literature with my theme park friends. I’ve put together a list of books that I think every theme park lover would enjoy. So pick a...
Continue reading...Small Park Showcase: Story Book Park Canada
The underbelly of the Canadian theme park scene consists of several smaller family parks nestled within their own more remote kingdoms. The description suits Story Book Park, which is located well off of the beaten path in Owen Sound, Ontario....
Continue reading...Rapterra Review: Soar the Skies at Kings Dominion
When Kings Dominion opens for their 50th season on March 29, they will also unveil their brand-new roller coaster, Rapterra! Coaster101’s Kyle and his son Andrew were there to preview the record-breaking coaster and are ready to share their take...
Continue reading...Georgia Gold Rusher Review: Six Flags Over Georgia Strikes Gold
Georgia Gold Rusher at Six Flags Over Georgia — the world’s first Intamin Ultra Surf Coaster — opens to the public on March 15, 2025. Coaster101’s Andrew Stilwell and John Stevenson had the opportunity to preview the forward- and backward-launching,...
Continue reading...Legacy of Schwarzkopf Traces The Impact of Mr. Rollercoaster
Eight years after The Legacy of Arrow Development, the documentary team from the American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) is back with The Legacy of Schwarkopf. The new documentary — which had its world premier last Fall and is set to premier...
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