This is a new series in which we ask certain parks… REALLY!?! What were you guys thinking? With the rumors of Six Flags possibly moving Chang from Kentucky Kingdom to Great America in the coming years, I thought this would...
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Busch Gardens Williamsburg 2007
Here are nearly 100 photos from way back in 2007 when the park was called Busch Gardens Europe. There’s a history lesson for you! These photos include Griffon, Apollo’s Chariot, Loch Ness Monster, Big Bad Wolf (RIP), Alpengeist, and even...
Continue reading...Oddest Coaster in the World
I have to say I’ve been quite mesmerized by this coaster… or contraption. It’s name is Cobra and it’s being constructed at Conny-Land (website includes catchy theme song) in Switzerland. The ride was announced in the summer of 2006, so...
Continue reading...Golden Ticket Awards 2009
Amusement Today has released this year’s winners of the Golden Ticket awards. Not too many surprises, except I was thrown of by “Bizarro” being on the list… No worries though, it’s still the same ride. Some things never change, which...
Continue reading...A Neverland Ranch Themepark?
I came across this article today while researching a future Graceland expansion. Seems interesting – Would you go to a Michael Jackson themepark? The New York Post says: Michael Jackson’s family and owners of his beloved Neverland ranch have agreed to...
Continue reading...Guess the Coaster: Round 4
No one was able to guess the last “Guess the Coaster”. It was California Screamin’ at Disney’s California Adventure! I decided to make this week’s a bit easier:
Continue reading...Adios, Big Bad Wolf
Yesterday was the last day to get one last ride on Big Bad Wolf. Unfortunately I never had the chance to ride Big Bad Wolf, I did at least get to see her in all her glorly when I visited the...
Continue reading...Lakeside’s Cyclone reopens
From the Denver Post: Carrie Murphy missed the old-school Cyclone roller coaster at Lakeside Amusement Park this summer. She missed the clattering cars, the bone-jarring curves, the breathtaking drops that once made a nephew just tall enough to ride it...
Continue reading...Coaster101 goes mobile
You can now access Coaster101 on the go! To access our all new mobile-ready website, simply point your iPhone or Blackberry to the standard www.coaster101.com address that you use when you visit the standard site. No need to remember any...
Continue reading...Busch Gardens Tampa in August
Here’s a gallery of photos from Coaster101’s recent trip to Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, Florida, including some excellent nighttime shots.
Continue reading...New water ride for Cedar Point in 2010
Cedar Point announced plans today for Shoot the Rapids, a fun water flume style attraction for the 2010 season. Read below to find out more: SANDUSKY, Ohio – Grab your paddles and climb aboard the newest river-ride adventure this side...
Continue reading...Trip Report: Six Flags over Georgia
Coaster101 recently returned from a trip to Six Flags over Georgia, one of the original Six Flags parks. The park features Goliath, Batman: The Ride, A good sign that we didn’t get too lost on our 10 hour overnight drive....
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