SeaWorld Orlando is planning what is being touted as Orlando’s tallest, fastest and longest roller coaster — a 200-foot-tall (possibly Bolliger & Mabillard) coaster. New 2016 coaster at SeaWorld to be Orlando’s tallest, fastest, longest. #NothingFaster — SeaWorld (@SeaWorld) April 24,...
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Climer and Fehland Take Orlando Recap
If you follow us on Twitter, you may have seen some new faces last week. Coaster101 readers Kelsey Climer and Paige Fehland tweeted their week-long adventure at Universal Studios and Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World. Below, see some of...
Continue reading...Two Insane Drop Rides Coming to Florida
It’s the battle of the drop in Florida as two tower entertainment complexes in Orlando and Miami have announced record-breaking “drop ride” experiences. Orlando We already know that Orlando’s Skyscraper coaster, weaving around the 570-foot-tall Skyplex, is poised to become the...
Continue reading...Trip Report: SeaWorld Orlando 1/19/2015
For the first ten years of my life, I lived in South Florida. A drive up Florida’s turnpike made SeaWorld Orlando a very reasonable and easy day trip. We regularly visited SeaWorld once or twice a year. Then I moved away....
Continue reading...IAAPA Expo 2014 Highlights, Part One
This week, more than 27,000 amusement industry professionals and fanatics gathered in Orlando for the annual International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Expo. Great view of the #IAE14 show floor from atop the Themeing and Animatronics Industries display...
Continue reading...Orlando Skyscraper Coaster Animation Released
Animation of the Skyscraper coaster surrounding the 570-foot-tall Skyplex tower in Orlando was released today at the International Association of Amusement Parks & Attractions (IAAPA) Expo which is underway in Orlando. Watch the animation of the “Polercoaster,” which includes an...
Continue reading...Diagon Alley Opens at Universal Studios Florida
Today is the big day for Harry Potter (and Universal Studios) fans. After years of construction, speculation and patience, Universal Orlando Resort officially opened The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida this morning. Confetti,...
Continue reading...World’s Tallest Roller Coaster Opening in Orlando
Move over, Kingda Ka. In 2016, a new roller coaster in Orlando will take the “world’s tallest” crown. Today, father-son business duo David and Joshua Wallack announced plans to build the world’s tallest roller coaster, dubbed “The Skyscraper™,” as well...
Continue reading...Harry Potter Escape from Gringotts Details Revealed
Although the official opening date for The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley at Universal Studios Florida is yet to be determined, Universal has released exciting new details about the new area’s flagship attraction: Harry Potter and the Escape...
Continue reading...Merlin Brings New Attractions to Orlando
Merlin Entertainments recently unveiled new details and renderings for three new attractions coming to the Orlando area in 2015: The Orlando Eye, Madame Tussauds and Sea Life Aquarium. The U.K.-based family entertainment company (and owner of Legoland Florida) is preparing to introduce three...
Continue reading...PHOTOS: Orlando Eye Construction
We drove by the construction site for the Orlando Eye on Universal Blvd, and snapped a few pictures. Looks like most of the Ferris Wheel Structure is in place, and work is still continuing. Click on the photos to enlarge...
Continue reading...Universal Orlando Reveals Diagon Alley Details
Harry Potter fans, rejoice. Universal Orlando today divulged exciting new details about The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Diagon Alley, which will open this summer at Universal Studios. Just like in the Potter books and films, guests will be able...
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