The West Coast is finally getting their own VelociCoaster. Well, not exactly, but they are getting a highly innovative Intamin multi-launch with a sprawling layout themed to one of Universal’s billion-dollar franchises, so close enough, right? Fast & Furious: Hollywood...
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10 Roller Coasters That Left Us Speechless
Some roller coasters are so intense, so incredible, so breathtaking, that when all is said and done and the train returns to the station — there are no words to describe what just happened. You’re stunned and speechless. A re-ride...
Continue reading...Which Park Can Stake Claim to “Intamin Coaster Capital of the World”
Back in October, we posed the question “Which park is the ‘B&M Capital of the World‘?” After coming up with a semi-arbitrary formula to declare Six Flags Great Adventure as the winner, we thought we were done with declaring parks...
Continue reading...How Universal Continues to Innovate in Theme Park Attraction Design
In September 2021, Universal Studios Beijing — part of Universal Beijing Resort — opened as the seventh theme park within the Universal Parks and Resorts family. Universal Studios Beijing features familiar Universal attractions including Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem, Water World...
Continue reading...A Love Letter to VelociCoaster
Dear Jurassic World VelociCoaster, I’ve been watching your every move since 2019 when your future home in the Jurassic Park area of Universal’s Islands of Adventure was cleared to make way for your arrival. At the time, few knew what...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: Taking A Family to Universal Orlando Resort
Recently, Nick returned from a long weekend at Universal Orlando with his wife and two kids – Henry and Nora, who you may remember from our LEGOLAND New York Episode. While we all love roller coasters (yes, Nick rode VelociCoaster),...
Continue reading...Comparing Orlando’s Value Resorts Part 1: Universal’s Surfside Inn and Suites
This summer, I was finally able to take my first major vacation in a while, and where better for a theme park fanatic to visit than Orlando? However, the costs of flights, park tickets, transportation, accommodations and food can quickly...
Continue reading...From Tame To Thrilling: The Roller Coasters of Universal Orlando
For its first decade of operation, Universal Studios Florida was a park where guests could “ride the movies,” but roller coasters at the park were non-existent. Over the years, Universal Orlando has grown from just one park with some film-based...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast Goes to Orlando
We’re back! This week on the podcast, Shane joins Andrew to discuss his recent trip to Orlando, celebrating his 21st birthday. During the trip, he visited Universal Orlando Resort, SeaWorld Orlando, and arguably the best park in Orlando for someone turning...
Continue reading...A No-Expense-Spared Review of Jurassic World VelociCoaster
After taking almost a full year off, the amusement industry is back open, and with it comes the attraction that everyone is talking about: Universal Orlando’s newest thrill, Jurassic World VelociCoaster. During my visit to Orlando last week, I got...
Continue reading...Velocicoaster at Islands of Adventure to Open June 10
For months, coaster enthusiasts around the country have been wondering what “Summer 2021” means as it relates to the opening date for Universal Orlando Resort’s newest roller coaster, Jurassic World Velocicoaster. Today, we received confirmation on just when the coaster...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast, Episode 31: The Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando with Seth Kubersky
For the next few weeks, we’re going to focus on interviews of people, both in and out of the industry, with the key linking factor that they have great stories to tell! We’re back this week with another fantastic interview...
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