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The Top 5 Must-Dos at Kings Island’s Winterfest
Like all of you, my need for a theme park fix doesn’t just go away when the cold weather rolls in. That’s why I love the fact Kings Island stays alive a little longer the last few years with their...
Continue reading...10 Coasters We Wish Were 1,000 Feet Longer
We’ve all experienced it — you reach the end of an amazing coaster that ended too soon. Maybe it still had enough momentum for one more element. Or it was simply so fun that you didn’t want it to end....
Continue reading...Jollywood Nights at Disney’s Hollywood Studios Review
The holidays are a great time to visit Walt Disney World, and while there are plenty of free and included amenities and events to enjoy during the season, Disney also offers separately ticketed after-hours events. These include Mickey’s Very Merry...
Continue reading...21 Amusement and Theme Parks That Have Never Removed a Coaster
Change is inevitable, especially in the amusement industry. Year after year, parks across the globe build new coasters and, unfortunately, remove older coaster. The causes of coaster removals vary — decreasing popularity, maintenance issues, the need for additional space, etc....
Continue reading...Halloween Horror Nights 32 Final Rankings and Recap
After two full months of scares, Halloween Horror Nights 32 at Universal Studios Orlando has ended. This year was filled with some excellent houses and scare zones, and continues to prove why this event draws in Halloween crowds from all...
Continue reading...Ranking The Top 20 New For 2023 Roller Coasters in the United States
With the 2023 Roller Coaster season coming to a close, we rank the top 20 roller coasters that opened in the United States this year.
Continue reading...Seven Times A Roller Coaster Made a Music Video Cameo
Recently, MTV held their 39th annual Video Music Awards. You may read this sentence and think one of three things. First, “39?!” Second, “Music videos are still a thing?” and third, “MTV is still a thing?” (We agree on all...
Continue reading...10 Reasons Why HalloWeekends is the Best Time to Visit Cedar Point
As the leaves begin to rustle and the air takes on a brisk chill, there’s a spellbinding transformation happening at Cedar Point – it’s time for HalloWeekends! This enchanting celebration at the world-renowned amusement park heralds the arrival of fall...
Continue reading...Golden Ticket Awards 2023 List of Winners
Industry professionals from across the nation and beyond gathered at Dollywood today to enjoy the 25th annual Golden Ticket Awards ceremony and talk about best practices in the theme park and amusement industry. Started in 1998, the Golden Ticket Awards...
Continue reading...Roller Coasters With the Best Views in the United States
From the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the sun-kissed shores of the Pacific Coast, the United States boasts a breathtaking tapestry of landscapes. What better way to experience the nation’s natural beauty and iconic cityscapes than from the...
Continue reading...Top 10 Dark Rides in Florida
Other than roller coasters, dark rides are among the favorite attractions for theme park enthusiasts, so today we’re taking a look at the theme park capitol of the US, and seeing how Florida’s dark rides stack up. This list is...
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