Monthly Archives: November 2017

Coaster Close Up: Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach Scenic Railway Roller Coaster

This is one of the few original wooden roller coasters left in the world. The Scenic Railway Roller Coaster, known simply as the Scenic or Roller Coaster, is a wooden triple out-and-back scenic railway at Great Yarmouth The ride was … Continue reading

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Immersive Star Wars Experience Opening

Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire will transport you deep into the Star Wars universe allowing you to walk freely and untethered throughout the multi-sensory experience with friends and family. In groups of four, teams will go undercover as Stormtroopers … Continue reading

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Coming 2018 in Universal Orlando: Fast And Furious Supercharged

This is a full-throttle, high-octane ride experience already at Universal in California. This ride is based mainly on the sixth installment of The Fast and the Furious film franchise, which features Luke Evans as the villain on both the film … Continue reading

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Just Awesome! The Joker at Six Flags America, Illinois

Of all the Joker and Batman Coasters this one is the most insane. After being lifted straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill, and the freestyle-coaster will wreak havoc as riders flip head-over-heels up to six times along the weightless journey. … Continue reading

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THE SCOOP ON VIRTUAL REALITY COASTERS

Well us old school coaster enthusiasts would say this is heresy. But hey we are talking about an amusement park ride. The main question is – “does it add to the experience and make it more thrilling?” The answer by … Continue reading

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Finally A Real Canadian Ride: LUMBERJACK

CANADA’S WONDERLAND announces a new ride called Lumberjack that will open in 2018. It will take guests for a thrilling ride on two swinging axe pendulums, propelling them into the sky with their feet dangling through 360 degree loops. With … Continue reading

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Coaster Close Up: Rip Ride Rocket At Universal Studios Orlando

Often overlooked but a great experience, Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit is a steel roller coaster at Universal Studios Florida in Orlando, Florida. With a height of 167 feet (51 m), a length of 3,800 feet (1,200 m), and a top speed of … Continue reading

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