We love a good, informative map here at Coaster101. Terrible Maps is one of our favorite Facebook pages. In fact, it inspired us to make a few of our own theme park related maps with the help of MapChart.net and...
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Holiday Gift Guide for Coaster Enthusiasts 2023
If you’re in search of a holiday gift ideas for coaster enthusiasts this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. We’ve been publishing our annual gift guide since 2011, and our 2023 roller coaster enthusiast gift guide features a diverse selection...
Continue reading...Are roller coasters getting shorter?
Disney’s newest roller coaster, Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs, is also one of Disney’s shortest, which made me wonder: Are roller coasters getting shorter? Luckily, with RCDB’s excellent search function we can easily look at the data to find an answer...
Continue reading...Lost Mine Mountain Coaster Review
Yet another alpine coaster has opened in the Smoky Mountain region and it’s the best themed one yet. The creators of the Lost Mine Mountain Coaster knew they had to do something to stand out in this crowded market. Rather...
Continue reading...Disney’s Newest Roller Coaster Begs the Question: Can a roller coaster be too well themed?
Disney’s newest roller coaster, Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs at Hong Kong Disneyland, has a problem: it’s too well themed. From the exterior, Wandering Oaken’s Sliding Sleighs looks phenomenal. Like Disney’s other classic “mountain” coasters the track weaves around giant rockwork...
Continue reading...Inside the Haunted Houses of ZOMBIEzi Bay 2023
Last week we got to see inside the haunted houses of ZOMBIEzi Bay and we’re here to give you a sneak peek too! For the third year in a row, the Columbus Zoo’s neighboring waterpark, Zoombezi Bay, is transformed into...
Continue reading...10 Reasons Why HalloWeekends is the Best Time to Visit Cedar Point
As the leaves begin to rustle and the air takes on a brisk chill, there’s a spellbinding transformation happening at Cedar Point – it’s time for HalloWeekends! This enchanting celebration at the world-renowned amusement park heralds the arrival of fall...
Continue reading...Top Thrill 2 Construction Update
We visited Cedar Point on Friday, September 22nd to check out all the family fun and frights Halloweekends has to offer. But of course we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to get a look at the current construction status of...
Continue reading...Wildcat Returns to Lake Compounce in 2024 and Phantom Fall Fest in 2023
Thrills and chills take center stage at Lake Compounce as the amusement park announces enhancements to the guest experience through upgrades on the Wildcat Roller Coaster and the reintroduction of its hair-raising Halloween event, Phantom Fall Fest. Lake Compounce promises to deliver a...
Continue reading...Roller Coasters With the Best Views in the United States
From the majestic peaks of the Rocky Mountains to the sun-kissed shores of the Pacific Coast, the United States boasts a breathtaking tapestry of landscapes. What better way to experience the nation’s natural beauty and iconic cityscapes than from the...
Continue reading...Comprehensive Guide to the Alpine Coasters of Branson, Missouri
Branson, Missouri is quickly becoming a major destination for thrill seekers. Besides Silver Dollar City, there are now four other roller coasters in the Branson area and I wouldn’t be surprised to see more in the future. Just like we...
Continue reading...6 Biggest Surprises From My First Visit to Silver Dollar City
Earlier this month, I made my first ever visit to Silver Dollar City in Branson, Missouri. Long had it been at the top of my list of theme parks in the USA I wanted to visit but the ten-plus hour...
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