The Coaster101 Podcast: A History of Roller Coaster Video Games
We all recognize the name Roller Coaster Tycoon, or No Limits. But did you know that “Roller Coasters in Video Games” date back nearly 40 years? From 1983’s 3D Crazy Coaster...
We all recognize the name Roller Coaster Tycoon, or No Limits. But did you know that “Roller Coasters in Video Games” date back nearly 40 years? From 1983’s 3D Crazy Coaster...
From the generic Wacky Worm to the tallest and fastest roller coasters at parks around the world, there is often a pre-conceived notion of what a roller coaster should be, but...
Recently I had a chance to make a trip to our nation’s capital and visit Six Flags America for the first time. I’ve always wanted to check out the park, especially...
For its first decade of operation, Universal Studios Florida was a park where guests could “ride the movies,” but roller coasters at the park were non-existent. Over the years, Universal Orlando...
When thinking about the “Power Players” in the roller coaster world, Zamperla isn’t typically a name that most people think of first. Adam Sandy has a goal to change that. This...
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,”...
As part of our 15-day countdown to Coaster101.com’s 15th Anniversary, we wanted to highlight 15 fictional rides from television, film, and in one case, online media, that we wish we could...
While Central Florida may be the theme park capital of the United States, one of its main attractions, the Walt Disney World Resort, isn’t necessarily known as being a destination for...
Despite living four-plus hours away, I consider Kings Dominion to be one of my “home away from home” parks. I’ve visited enough to know my way around without a map, not...
If you’re in search of a gift for a roller coaster enthusiast friend or family member this holiday season, we’ve got you covered. Our 2017 roller coaster enthusiast gift guide features a...
In case you missed it yesterday, I’m in the middle of a small theme park road trip. After Wednesday’s visit to Six Flags America, my next stop was just under 200...
Living in North Carolina, a majority of my theme park visits are predominantly are within a 4-5 hour drive. When I had the opportunity to drive to New Jersey for work,...
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