Valleyfair 2011: Planet Snoopy

Posted on August 6, 2010 in News by

Today, Valleyfair announced they will be adding Planet Snoopy to the park for 2011.  The family friendly area will feature plenty of rides for children of all ages to enjoy.  With a planned 14 rides and attractions, the $9 million dollar investment is expected to be the highlight of the 2011 season.  Planet Snoopy will not just add new rides,...

World of Color: The Review

Posted on August 5, 2010 in Reviews by

WORLD OF COLOR

THE REVIEW

After years of design and construction, earlier this year, Disney finally unveiled World of Color, Disney’s latest spectacular performing nightly at Disney California Adventure.  Featuring fountains, fire, lasers, and lights, Disney characters come to life in ways never before imagined.  Accompanied by a terrific sound track, the show is the complete package.  It is something that we have not...

Dollywood announces Barnstormer along with new area

Posted on August 2, 2010 in News by

After building two “challenge” attractions, SkyZip and Adventure Mountain over the last two years, Dollywood will be getting back into the thrill ride game in 2011 with “Barnstormer” an S&S Screamin Swing that gives riders the sensation of 1920’s stunt pilots. The $5.5 million ride will send its 2, 32 passenger swing arms 81 feet in the air with a...

Haunted Mansion Re-Make with the Hatbox Ghost?

Posted on July 22, 2010 in News, Uncategorized by

Guillermo del Toro surprised plenty of Comic Con fans in San Diego today with the announcement that he would be re-making Disney’s Haunted Mansion movie from the point of view of the infamous Hatbox Ghost.   The Haunted Mansion, Disney’s first attempt at making a movie based on the ride, was a flop compared to the extremely successful series Pirates of the...

Ferrari World approaches opening

Posted on July 21, 2010 in Updates by

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi continues to get closer and closer to the park’s opening day each day, the park continues to build the suspense by releasing more details.  With just 100 days to go, actually 99 today, the park has finally unvieled a full lists of attractions.  The park will offer a wide variety of attractions for the whole family....

Shanghai Disneyland News

Posted on July 20, 2010 in News by

Shanghai Disneyland artwork as seen in presentation at the Walt Disney Family Museum.

Since Disney confirmed Shanghai Disneyland back in November, little information has been released.  However, there have been a handful of leaked details and rumored additions.  This past week, to celebrate the 55th Anniversary of Disneyland, the Walt Disney Family Museum held a special presentation.  And in the presentation, this...

Superman Identity Change?

Posted on July 18, 2010 in News by

Superman The Escape at Six Flags Magic Mountain was once the park’s signature attraction.  Opened in 1997, it was the first coaster to break the 100 mph mark.  While short, the ride does provide for a good thrill after the 100 mph launch.  The coaster then rockets skyward before descending backwards towards the earth.  In recent years, there have been numerous rumors...