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WEBJohn Gregory. 07/16/2024. Disney World. Tiana's Bayou Adventure tops Splash Mountain thanks to its stellar animatronics, infectious music and festive atmosphere. Check our full review. Theme Park Tribune publishes award-winning theme park news about Disney World, Universal Orlando, Disneyland, Cedar Point, SeaWorld and more.
Ranking every Orlando roller coaster from worst to best
WEBJun 14, 2024 · Kiddie Coaster (Theme Park Tribune) 31. Kiddie Coaster (Fun Spot America – Kissimmee) Opened: 2012. Made by: E&F Miler. Same idea as Sea Serpent, as this is the introductory coaster at Fun Spot’s Kissimmee park. The helix is a bit more interesting than the two hills on Sea Serpent, so this gets the edge. 30.
Disney World cold case: Buzzy theft investigation no longer active ...
WEB04/29/2021. Disney World. Nearly two and a half years since the Epcot animatronic known as Buzzy was reported stolen, the theft is now considered an inactive case. Theme Park Tribune has been periodically checking for new records related to the case, ever since we confirmed in May 2019 that the animatronic had indeed been stolen.
Xcelerator now open at Knott’s after 20-month closure
WEBNov 8, 2023 · Xcelerator now open at Knott’s after 20-month closure. John Gregory. 11/08/2023. Six Flags. The 205-foot-tall Xcelerator roller coaster at Knott’s Berry Farm is back in operation. Back in March 2022, the ride was closed with no notice or fanfare. The Orange County Register reported in June 2022 that an unspecified mechanical problem was to ...
REVIEW: ‘The Bourne Stuntacular’ at Universal Studios Florida
WEBA view of the “Bourne Stuntacular” preshow (Theme Park Tribune) Like most of America in 2021, I don’t remember much of the details behind the “Bourne” films. I only vaguely recalled that Julia Stiles was in the trilogy. At least her presence provides some connective tissue to the franchise. All the average guest needs to understand is ...
The history of Barney at Universal Orlando - Theme Park Tribune
WEBMar 29, 2021 · Barney was the hottest brand in kids’ entertainment when the character first appeared at Universal Studios Florida in 1993 for a series of special shows at the park’s Animal Actors stage. At the time, “Barney & Friends” was being watched by an estimated 5 million children every week on PBS stations and sold $500 million in merchandise ...
The inside story of Shrek 4-D at Universal parks - Theme Park …
WEBJan 24, 2022 · Looking back on Shrek 4-D nearly 20 years later, Smith felt that Universal was the right fit. The film, its character, even DreamWorks itself aligned with Universal’s status as the underdog bold enough to challenge Disney’s supremacy in the theme park world. “The tone was perfect for Universal, in that …
Ranking Universal Orlando roller coasters from worst to best
WEBJun 14, 2024 · 1. Jurassic World VelociCoaster. Opened: 2021. Manufacturer: Intamin. At the time I’m writing these rankings, this is my No. 1 overall coaster — so of course it’s going to take the top spot at Universal Orlando. VelociCoaster is an absolute triumph for …
REVIEW: Disney World's Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind
WEBGuardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind is Disney World’s big 2022 addition. Being the first Disney-built Marvel attraction in Orlando and costing a reported $500 million, expectations were understandably high. This couldn’t just be a 2022 version of Universal’s Harry Potter and the Escape from Gringotts, with some roller coaster moments ...
REVIEW: Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge at ... - Theme Park Tribune
WEBMar 16, 2023 · The theme park media world seems to relish rushing to judgment based on little to no actual information, a bad habit on full display when Universal’s Mario Kart attraction first opened in Japan in 2020. With COVID-19 still restricting any U.S. visits at the time, pundits relied on YouTube footage to judge the attraction somewhat negatively.
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