Traveling the Globe for the Best Coasters and Theme Parks
Universal Studios Hollywood Brings the Terror of Crimson Peak, from Visionary Director Guillermo del Toro, to Life in an All-Original “Halloween Horror Nights” Maze Inspired by Legendary and Universal Pictures’ Highly-Anticipated Gothic Romance Continue reading “Crimson Peak Maze of Madness Coming to Halloween Horror Nights!”
The Cú Chulainn Coaster is Ireland’s first major roller coaster and Europe’s largest Wooden coaster, located at Tayto Park on the outskirts of Dublin. The park has been expanding immensely over the past year with millions of dollars of investments, none more prominent than this Gravity Group coaster, and it is worth every penny. Continue reading “Cú Chulainn at Tayto Park”
It has been a while since I’ve personally been to SeaWorld San Diego, and had the opportunity to visit myself this time. I had an absolutely great time, it’s one of the best maintained parks around. The operations on their rides were incredible, and even though I spent 12 hours there, I didn’t even get to experience everything they have to offer (I did make sure to get plenty of rides in on their coasters 😛 ) Take a look at the park and what they offer during their 50th summer celebration! Continue reading “SeaWorld San Diego Trip Report – July 9th 2015”
I went to the park to get some July 4th Fest pictures, and to see the corresponding fireworks. Once inside I realized there was enough going on around the park to create an actual update, there’s some good news regarding the operations on rides, we’ll take a look at July 4th Fest (presented by Coca-Cola) 😛 And of course the fireworks! Continue reading “Six Flags Magic Mountain Update – July 4th Fest 2015”
Summer is finally here in beautiful Southern California. School is out and summer camps have started. Knott’s Berry Farm has been very busy getting ready for the summer months. Over all, quite a bit of work has been going on around here. A lot of rides have been undergoing routine maintenance and refurbishments. There are also new shows that have been underway for a few weeks now including “Blockbuster Beagle” Snoopy on Ice and Vertical Impact. We were expecting to find large crowds at Knotts Berry Farm, but we were pleasantly surprised to find a relatively empty park. Continue reading “Knott’s Berry Farm Update – June 26th 2015”
It was great to spend a visit at Waterworld California, as it is by far one of the best water parks in the state and boasts the largest collection of thrilling water attractions in Northern California. Despite some what limited space, this park has an absolutely stellar line up of slides and attractions including racing trap door slides, a giant funnel slide, a half pipe slide, and much more. Continue reading “Waterworld California”
California Coaster Kings rated many coasters, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 10-1 in the 2015 California TOP 50! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2015 – Part FIVE (10-1)”
It was a hot summer day at Six Flags Magic Mountain with some rides operating one train, a few small changes around the park and a couple of quick notes! In addition, we’ve got some Goliath news, and there’s Fright Fest promotion going on already! Continue reading “Six Flags Magic Mountain Update – June 25th 2015”
Today was the first day that Fast & Furious – Supercharged was officially opened to the public, or let’s say officially part of the Studio Tour. In addition, there’s a bunch of Wizarding World of Harry Potter development of course, with the completed Flight of the Hippogriff track, some other things around the park… and more! Continue reading “Universal Studios Hollywood Update – June 24th 2015”
Today was the red carpet premiere event of Fast & Furious – Supercharged at Universal Studios Hollywood! The event took place on the back lot, trams dropped off the invited media and guests on New York street, after which we walked into the iconic Court House Square, where the ‘stunt’ opening was held. This post includes a little review of the experience. Continue reading “Fast & Furious – Supercharged opens at Universal Studios Hollywood”
California Coaster Kings rated many coasters, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 20-11 in the 2015 California TOP 50! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2015 – Part FOUR (20-11)”
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It was time for another ride on Twisted Colossus, and there was enough around the park to report on! It was crazy hot out, and the crowds were minimal. We’ve got some Revolution… Riddler’s Revenge, Batman The Ride, Ninja, Apocalypse and more! Continue reading “Six Flags Magic Mountain Update – June 16th 2015”
On Thursday, we finally made it back to SeaWorld San Diego. We had a very satisfying visit and don’t really have any complaints. The day we went, there was a special promotion by a local radio station, so once the GP was ushered out, the park was relatively empty. Continue reading “SeaWorld San Diego Update – June 11th 2015”
It was the Knott’s Berry Farm Summer Media Event, with the premiere of Blockbuster Beagle, Vertical Impact and Vertical Impact: Geared Up!. A review of all is following soon, for now I’ve got a quick update of things going on around the park. Continue reading “Knott’s Berry Farm Update – June 13th 2015”
In 1995, the first Six Flags Water Park was born. Adjacent to Six Flags Magic Mountain a brand new water park was constructed with the name Hurricane Harbor. The success of the water park led to the creation, and re-branding, of other water parks in to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, and it all started with Six Flags Hurricane Harbor LA. Here’s a 2015, complete walk-through, and review of the water park, including images and reviews of each individual slide complex. Continue reading “Six Flags Hurricane Harbor – LA”
Today was quite a day at Universal Studios Hollywood, the summer tourist crowds are kicking in, and Jurassic World’s premier had a big influence around the park. Fast and Furious Supercharged starts running for guests very soon, and there’s a crazy amount of promotion… and then there’s the magical Wizarding World of Harry Potter… and we’ve got a Flight of the Hippogriff construction update for you! Continue reading “Universal Studios Hollywood Update – June 12th 2015”
California Coaster Kings rated many coasters, and although we’re usually not fans of listing/ranking rides or parks, we do create an annual California TOP 50! You might, and likely will, disagree, that’s totally fine! That’s what this TOP 50 is all about! Of the many rides in the state, we selected the 50 we think are best! Here are places 30-21 in the 2015 California TOP 50! Continue reading “California TOP 50 – 2015 – Part THREE (30-21)”
We were very happy to be back at California’s Great America for another update, and good thing we were as there is a lot going on. Huge numbers of school trips were at the park, major construction is being done, new theming has been added, and an old ride is getting a new look! So, I could fill this intro with so more nonsense, but I think we’d both much rather get started with this update, so let’s do it! Continue reading “California’s Great America Update – June 9th 2015”
It feels like Florida in Valencia today, it’s very humid and rainy. Nonetheless, I felt like it was time for another Six Flags Magic Mountain Update. In this update, we’ll be discussing some ride operations, ride refurbishments, and a bunch more things around the park! Continue reading “Six Flags Magic Mountain Update – June 9th 2015”