Ohio State University’s Theme Park Engineering Group is planning on hosting their first conference designed for students looking to pursue careers in the themed entertainment and amusement park industry. Students in Themed Entertainment, or S.I.T.E., will give you an inside look...
Is Elitch Gardens closing? The long-term future of Elitch Gardens is uncertain after Denver’s city council voted to approve a development and rezoning agreement that brings the massive “River Mile” project one step closer to fruition. Components of the 58-acre,...
The cruise industry is always looking for that “next” innovation, and Carnival Cruise Lines has announced an industry first. When it debuts in 2020, Carnival Cruise Line’s Mardi Gras will feature the first-ever roller coaster at sea, providing an unforgettable and unique...
With Halloween season now squarely in our rear-view mirrors, amusement parks throughout the country are starting to jump into their holiday season festivities. From overlays to shows to food, West Coast parks are all growing their celebrations this year. So,...
In the early 2000s, Intamin was, without a doubt, king of the coaster world. With creations like Millennium Force, Top Thrill Dragster, and Maverick just at Cedar Point, not to mention Kingda Ka, Expedition GeFroce, Superman: Ride of Steel, and...
Dollywood is making final preparations to debut Glacier Ridge as part of its award-winning Smoky Mountain Christmas event, which kicks off this Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. Glacier Ridge will present Dollywood guests with a “frozen over” Smoky Mountain atmosphere featuring...
The world’s first Cartoon Network Hotel will open in the summer of 2019 adjacent to the Dutch Wonderland family amusement park. The Cartoon Network Hotel will feature 165 and will “immerse guests in the animation and antics of characters from...
SeaWorld San Diego announced today plans for Tidal Twister, a first-of-its-kind compact dueling coaster that will open in 2019. Tidal Twister will accelerate riders to a top speed of 30 mph, twisting and banking through a figure 8-shaped track with...
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