Monthly Archives: September 2009

A Journey of Epic Proportions

Posted on September 7, 2009 in Uncategorized by

One ride that has always fascinated me was Gardaland’s Fuga de Atlantide.  I have seen it numerous times on Intamin’s website but never took the time to search for some videos of it.

Well thanks to the great finding of YouTube, I discovered this excellent POV of the water based attraction.  You can see all the detail and unique elements tat...

Big Bad Wolf’s Final Hours

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Today is Big Bad Wolfs Final Day after thrilling millions of riders.

Today is Big Bad Wolf's Final Day after thrilling millions of riders.

Today marks the final day of Big Bad Wolf’s operation.  After having a 25 year run, Busch Gardens Europe decided to dismantle the ride for unknown purposes.  Big Bad Wolf had an incredible history and will be burned into several enthusiasts’ minds for decades to come.

Concept art shows how...

Connect with Us!

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If you use social networking sites like Facebook and Twitter, come connect with us!

We have a brand new Facebook Page out now! Become a fan and you may get to see exclusive content not shown anywhere else!

We also have a brand new YouTube channel featuring a variety of videos. If you have a video you’d like to show, send us a link...

Earthquest for 2012

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Ever since the loss of Six Flags Astro World, Houston Texas has been missing the pressence of a theme park.  However one design firm decided to cease the opportunity and press forward with making a massive educational center and theme park in the Houston Area dubbed Earthquest.

Earthquest was originally designed to be a full educational facility.  But with the loss...

Jeremie has Arrived!

Posted on September 6, 2009 in Uncategorized by
Hey everyone! My name is Jeremie, and I’m a new writer here at Park Thoughts! Every year, my family and I travel the world, (mainly the country) and we stop at parks all over the place. I am the youngest out of 5 kids which could be used to my advantage. But, I am pretty much your normal teenager that...

Poll Results: The Intimidators

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In this weeks poll we asked you which of the 2 new “Intimidator” coasters you’re most looking forward to, Carowinds’ Intimidator or Kings Dominion’s Intimidator 305. Carowinds had a slight lead in the poll the entire time and in the end won by 1 vote. This clearly shows that height and speed aren’t everything.

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The Poll:

Which of the 'Intimidators' are you...