In a recent visit to Busch Gardens Tampa, I brought my drone with me and took photos of the theme park from above, providing me with views of the park I have never before seen. Below is a selection of...
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The Coaster101 Podcast: Coaster101 Goes to Busch Gardens Tampa
Recently, members of the Coaster101 team took three separate trips to Busch Gardens Tampa – some repeat visitors, some first time visitors, and we’re here to bring our experiences to you. C101 Founder John and one of C101’s newest writers...
Continue reading...Phoenix Rising Construction Update at Busch Gardens Tampa
Phoenix Rising construction is picking up speed at Busch Gardens Tampa as the park’s new-for-2024 Bolliger & Mabillard (B&M) family inverted coaster prepares to go vertical. Update: This afternoon, Busch Gardens Tampa shared on Facebook photos of a large light...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Tampa Announces “Phoenix Rising” Family Invert
With the closure of Sand Serpent, Busch Gardens Tampa’s wild mouse coaster, coaster fans have been wondering what will “rise from the ashes” in that corner of the park’s “Pantopia” section. Today – we have our answer: Phoenix Rising. The park’s...
Continue reading...Review: Serengeti Flyer at Busch Gardens Tampa
Busch Gardens Tampa has always been one of my favorite regional parks, and has one of the best and most well-rounded coaster lineups out there. Now, their thrilling flat ride collection is growing as well, with their newly opened Screamin’...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Announces Serengeti Flyer; Universal Throws Shade
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay today announced Serengeti Flyer, an S&S Screamin’ Swing, as the park’s all-new 2023 attraction. Serengeti Flyer will be the world’s tallest and fastest ride of its kind upon opening in spring 2023. With each swing, riders...
Continue reading...My First Visit to Busch Gardens Tampa
Over the past month, the quest for coasters has taken me to 11 new parks across multiple states. In an effort to not get my coaster enthusiast card revoked, I finally was able to visit some non-Disney parks during my...
Continue reading...Beyond the Track: Iron Gwazi at Busch Gardens Tampa In-Depth Analysis
Welcome to the third installment in a four-part “Beyond the Track” series by Coaster101 guest writer Ryan Cataldo. There is more beyond the surface of a roller coaster than just hills and drops. Every functional coaster on earth has scrutinous...
Continue reading...From Tame To Thrilling: Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
When people think of Central Florida theme parks, there is (deservedly) a lot of focus on the Orlando area. However, what many people don’t consider while generalizing “Central Florida Theme Parks,” is actually located an hour-ish southwest of Orlando on...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Tampa and Adventure Island to Reopen June 11
With the reopening of several states, comes the reopening over several theme parks. And, that’s no exception for SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Busch Gardens Tampa and Adventure Island is set to reopen June 11, which was part of the phased reopening,...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Announces Iron Gwazi for 2020
Back in March, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay announced that Gwazi, the park’s pair of former racing wooden coasters would be converted and become the World’s fastest and steepest hybrid coaster. With the coaster currently under the Rocky Mountain Construction knife,...
Continue reading...19 For ’99: Gwazi at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
We’ve selected 19 of our favorite roller coasters that are celebrating their 20th anniversaries this year, and will profile them every other Thursday for the next several weeks. This week we’ll be heading down to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to...
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