Universal recently revealed exciting new details about Universal Epic Universe, the company’s new Orlando theme park slated to open in 2025. Epic Universe is made up of five different worlds, all connected through Celestial Park. Not all the attractions have...
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The Coaster101 Podcast: The SeaWorld Parks Coaster Draft
There’s not a lot of news in the industry this week, which means it’s a perfect time for a good ole-fashioned coaster draft, and this time, we’re taking the coasters SeaWorld Parks – SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, and Sesame Place. C101...
Continue reading...13 Defunct Theme Park Monorails
While Walt Disney may have thought they were the way of the future, monorails have failed to become a widespread mode of transportation. Like stream trains, after the Disneyland monorail opened there was a building boom of theme park monorails...
Continue reading...Is it cheaper to go to Tokyo Disney than Walt Disney World in 2024?
In 2023 I only visited two Disney Parks: Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea. So as I started theme park trip planning for 2024, I figured it’s probably time I get back to Disney World, especially with how good Guardians is...
Continue reading...The “Hidden” Details of Lost Island’s 2024 Tease
After a whirlwind first two years of operation, which saw the park’s annual attendance double from year one to year two, people are wondering what’s next at Iowa’s Lost Island Theme Park. We might now have an answer, or we...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: Carowinds’ Hurler is Getting RMC’d – No, Not That Way.
Hurler at Carowinds is getting RMC’d. Pause for gasp. But not quite in the way you’re thinking those letters typically represent, where Rocky Mountain Construction is involved. Instead, Hurler is receiving Routine Maintenance by Carowinds. This week on the podcast, we’re joined by Steve Jackson,...
Continue reading...Top 10 Queues at Universal Orlando
Universal Orlando is known for its world class themed rides and experiences, but in the world of immersive theme parks, the experience starts before you get into the ride vehicle. We’ve already covered Top 10 Florida Dark Rides and Top...
Continue reading...Are we in the Middle of a Family Coaster Renaissance?
While many coaster enthusiasts long for every new roller coaster built to be more of the tallest, fastest, longest, and “most extreme” creations (and in several cases, they get what they want!), in recent years, a number of more “family...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: Seth Kubersky Returns!
In the early days of the podcast, (episode 31, to be exact) author Seth Kubersky joined us to talk about his book – the Unofficial Guide to Universal Orlando, then in its sixth edition. Luckily he’s back (105 episodes later!)...
Continue reading...An Evening Aboard the Showboat Branson Belle
A trip to Branson, Missouri wouldn’t be complete without a trip to Silver Dollar City. Between the rides, food, shows, and Marvel Cave, there is so much to do. But did you know that the company behind the 1880s-themed park,...
Continue reading...The Coaster101 Podcast: New Year, New Coasters For 2024
Our new year’s resolution is to be more consistent with podcasting, and we’re back for 2024, ready to ride every new roller coaster opening this year. Andrew is joined by C101 team members Mike (who makes his first ever podcast...
Continue reading...Updated List of 2024 Opening Dates for Amusement and Theme Parks
2024 is here, which means amusement park and theme park opening dates for the 2024 season are upon us. Parks across the US are posting their 2024 opening dates, so we’re compiling those dates and operating calendars into one list...
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