Marvel Superhero Theme Park planned for Dubai

Posted on December 2, 2009 in News by

Dubai seems to be a hot topic for theme parks these days. Many parks are being planned to open sometime between 2011-2016. Al Ahli Group has teamed up with Marvel to create the ultimate theme park. Everything will be about superheros, including Iron Man and Spiderman. The one billion dollar theme park is set to open in 2012 hosting 4...

Busch Entertainment has Finally Sealed the Deal

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Busch Entertainment

After lots of effort, today marked the closing and final day of the transfer from Busch Entertainment formerly run by InBev, to the new owners, Blackstone.  The company also debuted a new name and official logo.  What you are looking at above is the logo for the new theme park chain, Sea World Parks & Entertainment, a fitting umbrella name...

Construction at the Magic Mountain

Posted on December 1, 2009 in Uncategorized by

Picture by metrock of ThemeParkReview.com

Picture by metrock of ThemeParkReview.com

Six Flags Magic Mountain recently announced that they will indeed be creating yet another roller coaster in 2010 following their success of Terminator.  The new attractions is described as family-oriented which is great for the park that is known for it’s thrills.  Luckily, this new offering is sure to offer some more fun for the family to...

Poll Results: GCI vs. Gravity Group

Posted on November 30, 2009 in Polls by

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Last week’s poll was a battle of the manufacturers where we put two, top notch Wooden Coaster Designers, the Gravity Group and Great Coasters International, head to head in the battle for this week’s crown! GCI has been around for almost 14 years, while Gravity Group introduced their first creation, Hades in 2005.

Both companies have received their fair share of...

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Wildebeest Construction

Posted on November 29, 2009 in Uncategorized by

Wildebeest at Holiday World

Holiday World’s latest creation, Wildebeest, has been pressing along with construction ever since it started months ago.  Recently the wonderful people of the park posted a bunch of excellent construction shots on the park’s Facebook page.  The ride is becoming more and more impressive as it takes shape.  It’s location on the hillside is sure to be great once some vegetation...

A Couple of Lucky Turkeys

Posted on November 28, 2009 in News by

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I hope everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving!  Out of the millions of turkeys eaten, one turkey surely didn’t end up on your plate.  Each year, on Thanksgiving, Disneyland receives the presidential pardoned turkeys that spend their time at the Happiest Place on Earth.  This duo of gobblers are welcomed to the park with a giant parade accompanied by the famous Mickey...