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The Countdown to World of Color has begun!

Posted on May 8, 2010 in Uncategorized, Updates by

Ladies and gentlement, boys and girls, after much anticipation and lots of excitement, the days are beginning to tick down as we approach the grand opening of Walt Disney’s Wonderful World of Color!  Located at Disney’s California Adventure, this nighttime spectacular will be the most advanced, high tech, and massive water show ever produced.  With over 600+ water fountains each...

The Weather is Heating Up, Time to Cool Down

Posted on May 2, 2010 in Uncategorized, Updates by

Around the country, it is starting to heat up.  And at here in California, it is becoming flat out hot.  With all this warm weather, park’s are putting the finishing touches on their new water park based attractions.  Both water parks, and amusement parks alike are pulling out all the stops, with new and unique technologies, record breakers, and top-notch...

Adventureland rises from the ashes…

Posted on April 30, 2010 in Uncategorized, Updates by

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After a devastating fire burned down the entire left side of Main Street at Adventureland in Des Moines, Iowa, in February 2010, the park is already planning to have new buildings rise where the ashes were. DisneyFans.com has posted some pictures showing off how plans, and construction it seems, is starting.

The fire left a huge impact on the look of Main Street.

Plans are already underway...

Creating Europe in the Air

Posted on April 27, 2010 in Uncategorized by

Busch Gardens Europe’s newest attraction, Europe in the Air will be a simulator style ride that will literally show guests Europe…from the air. Pretty basic concept, but the process that goes into making this all happen has been a long one for the team at Busch Gardens Europe. Today, the park posted a video showing you just how much work...

Sky Rocket Construction Continues

Posted on April 20, 2010 in Uncategorized, Updates by

Kennywood continues to construction on Sky Rocket, the park’s launch into the 21st century of roller coasters.  After a very harsh winter, construction has finally resumed with plenty of supports rising out of the ground.  And recently, track has been put into place during the bunny hop portion of the ride.  Kennywood Connection has a great update on the ride.

Sky Rocket...

A News Anchor that Couldn’t Handle Medusa

Posted on April 18, 2010 in Uncategorized by

NBC Bay Area does a series in the morning called ‘Bay’s Best’. And a few weeks ago, it was ‘Bay’s Best Roller Coaster’. Needless to say that numero uno was Medusa at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom. Included in the video package was the broadcaster taking a spin on the B&M Floorless coaster. Unfortunately, he wasn’t exactly able to handle what...