Since the completion of The Smiler at Alton Towers, the world record-breaking roller coaster has faced multiple mechanical and technical issues. Before we take a look at the most recent incident, and most dangerous, let’s review its plagued past: 18th...
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Ferrari World Update
Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi boasts numerous world records, the fastest roller coaster in the world and the world’s largest indoor amusement park. But what could make this business better? How about more Ferrari World parks, with more world-first attractions...
Continue reading...Hogwarts Express – Update
It has been a long time coming. But after many months of rumours and sneak peeks, the train is finally on the track. Way back in May the announcement broke, and already by summer we saw pictures capturing the building...
Continue reading...Universal Photo Report – Wizarding World of Harry Potter
One of the biggest pieces of theme park development currently in the works is of course the expansion to Universal’s Wizarding World of Harry Potter. On my recent trip to Florida I managed to take a look at exactly how...
Continue reading...Alton Towers – Quick Update for 2014
Alton Towers have recently submitted plans to upgrade the ‘Old MacDonald’s Farmyard’ area in time for the 2014 season. Even though there will not be any new rides, it is once again good to see UK parks investing in existing...
Continue reading...European Parks 2013 and 2014 Update
There are so many BIG park upgrades taking place around the world in 2013/14, none more so than the recently announced plans for changes to many of Six Flags parks in North America. Here is an update to take a...
Continue reading...Thorpe Park 2013 Update
Over here in the UK the country’s second most popular theme park, Thorpe Park, is still offering many reasons to visit the small town of Chertsey in the Surrey countryside. The Swarm, which opened to rave reviews in March...
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