Did You Know?

First “official” water park created: Wet ’N Wild, Orlando, Fla., 1977, by George Millay

First U.S. indoor water park: Polynesian Resort Hotel & Suites, Wisconsin Dells, Wis., 1989

First U.S. wave pool: Point Mallard Park, Decatur, Ala., 1970

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Christmas gifts for theme park fans: 2011

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Some valuaable suggestions for those interested to give a gift for a fellow theme park fan, are as follows: 1) THEME PARK BOOKS For a Disney fan who loves reading … Continue reading

The Top 10 Fastest Roller Coasters in the World

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Rating the top ten rollercoasters based on maximum height, velocity an length of the circuit featured in theme parks. Ratings 10. Intimidator 305 – King’s Dominion 9. Millennium Force – … Continue reading

Giving thanks, as theme park fans

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Thanking the theme park for the facilities it has provided such as wifi in hotels, Free parking, drinks and sunscreen at Holiday World and suggesting yearly pass to park is … Continue reading

The Big Debate: Will the revamped Disney California Adventure be a success?

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Debate about whether disney california will be able to attract more people than in the past upon the installation of World of Color, updated rides such as Goofy’s Sky School … Continue reading

Alton Towers to host Spy Weekend on February 3-4, 2012

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Alton Towers,a special Spy Weekend on February 3-4, 2012, featuring a range of challenges designed to test the deductive powers of young sleuths. It will be hosted in the Alton … Continue reading

Leviathan roller coaster continues to take shape at Canada’s Wonderland

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Leviathan is already beginning to dominate the skyline at Canada’s Wonderland. The construction works have been started and continuing at a rapid pace, with the park’s skyline being transformed by … Continue reading

Shanghai Disneyland expected to attract 10-15 million visitors annually

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Shanghai Disneyland, is an enormous castle will sit at the center of Disney’s ambitious Shanghai Disneyland project. It will attract between 10 and 15 million visitors per year when it … Continue reading

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