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Calling All Walt Disney World Vacation 'Know-It-Alls': The Mouse Searching for 16 Parents for 2009 Moms Panel

Disney Parks today announced its search for a group of park-savvy parents to be named the 2009 Walt Disney World Moms Panel, following in the footsteps of the first-ever online Walt Disney World Moms Panel which has been fielding and answering thousands of vacation questions in 2008.

Mickey and Minnie Planning to Show Off New Costume-Party Look at Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party Dates, Beginning Sept. 5

When the Disney characters dress up for Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party this September and October, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse will be debuting a whole new look. Mickey has traded his scarecrow costume for stunning purple and orange eveningwear fit for a Halloween ball. Not to be outdone, Mickey's best girl, Minnie Mouse, exchanged her witch costume for a party dress to complement Mickey's attire.

Insider Information On Disneyland Resort Dining

Where is the best steak, sushi and dining alfresco? Here are some "insider tips" on Disneyland dining:

Witness the Magic at Hong Kong Disneyland's "Art of Animation"

Hong Kong Disneyland has launched the "Art of Animation" which is set to inspire the imagination of guests of all ages as they are given a rare behind-the-scenes peek at the origins of Disney's stories.

Reserve your space for the Disney Institute

In an effort to gear up for this winter, the Vail Chamber & Business Association, along with Vail Resorts and the town of Vail, are sponsoring the Disney Institute in Vail for a professional development program and workshop Sept. 22 at the Lodge at Vail from 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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New Temp Admin

by Robert M. (Posted Thu Aug 07, 2008 8:22 pm)
While Alan is away I am going to chose someone to fill in for him. Alan has told me he would like to see Matt H. as he has done a lot for the site. I would like STAFF ONLY to post their decisions about this. If you think its a good idea, I am fine with it. If not, explain it. Please note, I am posting this on the main page for a reason. All regular members and VIPs that wish to voice their opinions should contact me via Private Message.

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Glossary now available!

by Alan J. (Posted Tue Jul 29, 2008 12:14 pm)
CoasterCravers has now created a glossary for those of you who need a little refresher course on roller coaster terminology. If you have any other terms that you think should be added, please let us know by contacting us.

CoasterCravers • Glossary

Enjoy!

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Theme Parks

Okcoasterfest 2006 part 5, Schloß Beck, Moviepark

This is the fifth article in a series about my trip to Europe in 2006 for Oktoberfest.  For the previous installments, see here , here , here , and here . The day after our arrival in Essen . . .

Today's Cedar Point Outing (photo essay)

Brad and I decided to take Maddie for a little outing at Cedar Point, just for a few hours.  Here are the pictures:

A Visit to Carowinds Amusement Park (photo essay)

Last summer we visited Carowinds Amusement Park for the first time. It's located on the border between North Carolina and South Carolina, and I found it to be a wonderful  park...and not too . . .

Latest Trip to Cedar Point - Photo Essay

We took Madeline and my nephews to Cedar Point on Sunday.  Those season passes sure come in handy!  Maddie's still getting the hang of this, so she's a little scared of . . .

Roller coaster review: Ravine Flyer II

In Erie, Pennsylvania there is a small amusement park called Waldameer that, unlike many of its neighbors, has been doing very well for itself.  While at least three other parks within several hours . . .

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Disney cast member sent back to Africa over picture on Tourism Central Florida

Link: Orlando Sentinel - Disney cast member sent back to Africa over picture on Tourism Central Florida. A Walt Disney World cast member from Botswana who was fired over allegations of sexual harassment is being sent home tomorrow morning even...

New construction photos of SeaWorld's Manta coaster

Link: New construction photos of SeaWorld's Manta coaster. SeaWorld Orlando today released photos of factory construction of the Manta track, being prepared for the B&M flying coaster's debut at the Orlando theme park next year.

ThrillNetwork.com :: 2008 Golden Ticket winners announced

Link: ThrillNetwork.com :: 2008 Golden Ticket winners announced. The 2008 Golden Ticket Awards were announced today, with Cedar Point winning Best Amusement Park, Schlitterbahn winning Best Waterpark and Ravine Flyer II winning Best New Ride of 2008. The Voyage claimed...

World's Scariest Roller Coasters: The Five Most Terrifying Rides of 2008 || Jaunted

Link: World's Scariest Roller Coasters: The Five Most Terrifying Rides of 2008 || Jaunted. While most coasters are impeccably safe--and the chances of stepping on a killer jellyfish at a theme park are infinitely slim--there's still an element of risk...

Busch Gardens Howl-O-Scream 2008

Sep. 2nd, 2008 -- TAMPA, Fla. – Busch Gardens Tampa Bay kicks off its ninth season of gut-wrenching scares with the launch of the Howl-O-Scream 2008 website, RavenTwins.com, and the introduction of exciting new VIP Fear Tour packages, horrifying new...

Theme Parks Travel: Six Flags over Tampa? || Jaunted

Link: Theme Parks Travel: Six Flags over Tampa? || Jaunted. It might be time to starting planning another trip to central Florida to take in the latest and greatest theme park. The St. Petersburg Times is reporting that theme park...

Theme park visionaries are in over their heads - Las Vegas Sun

Link: Theme park visionaries are in over their heads - Las Vegas Sun. A year ago, the $10 billion combination indoor water park, ski slope, casino and hotel known as Wet Las Vegas was chugging along, hypewise. They were in...

Kings Island inducts inaugural Walk of Fame members - CoasterBuzz

Link: Kings Island inducts inaugural Walk of Fame members - CoasterBuzz. Kings Island started a new tradition with the inaugural induction of the first class of Kings Island Walk of Fame members. The first three members included Carmen Electra, who...

ThrillNetwork.com :: Man hit by Magic Mountain roller coaster

Link: ThrillNetwork.com :: Man hit by Magic Mountain roller coaster. 20-year-old man was struck by the Ninja roller coaster at the Santa Clarita, California park after entering an area restricted to only authorized personnel. Officials at the Six Flags Magic...

Attraction puts you in eye of the storm -- OrlandoSentinel.com

Link: Attraction puts you in eye of the storm -- OrlandoSentinel.com. Introducing a severe-weather simulator at the height of hurricane season is interesting timing. But if you can't get enough of Fay, Gustav and their ilk, Epcot now is home...

Amusement Parks Worldwide

Italian capital plans ancient Rome theme park - International Herald Tribune

Link: Italian capital plans ancient Rome theme park - International Herald Tribune. City officials say they want to build an ancient Rome theme park on the outskirts of the Italian capital to boost declining tourism. Deputy Mayor Mauro Cutrufo says...

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Hong Kong Disneyland Hearts Coca-Cola | The Disney Blog

Link: Hong Kong Disneyland Hearts Coca-Cola | The Disney Blog. Andrew Kam, a former Coca-Cola executive with 20 years of experience in China, has been named managing director of Hong Kong Disneyland. Kam comes to HKDL with a specialized marketing...

Student breaks back after falling 10 meters from faulty amusement park ride - Mainichi Daily News

Link: Student breaks back after falling 10 meters from faulty amusement park ride - Mainichi Daily News. A college student broke his back after plunging about 10 meters to the ground from a faulty amusement park ride that suddenly shot...

Disneyland Paris passes 20m visitor mark - Travel Trade Gazette

Link: Disneyland Paris passes 20m visitor mark - Travel Trade Gazette. Disneyland Resort Paris welcomed its 200 millionth visitor today, 16 years after opening its gates in 1992. The red carpet was rolled out for one lucky French family who...

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Our travel documents have just come!! :banana: We leave Barnsley even earlier this time!! 5:10am! :eek: Bob xoxoxox

New Room Only Code Rate

Hi all, I noticed that Disney has posted a new general discount Room Only Rate code for the dates of 9/28-10/11 which I thought was weird because it is for such a short amount of time. Normally at this time of year, Disney will put out a general discount room code that usually covers up until at...

Nothing available for 12-5 to the 10th??

A realative tried to make a reservation for December 5th through the 10th and there was nothing available. Anyone else have this problem. They were looking for a Studio.

I'd be so grateful ... if you have a second!

Greetings, fellow Orlando lovers! :yay: I have a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando to stay at the Hard Rock Hotel in Universal Studios (and I'll add a few nights at Disney too of course!!) ... and you can help me!! :worship: I'm a finalist in a creative photo contest, and it's up to...

Garden Grocer Questions

We will be at WDW Thanksgiving week, how soon should I place my order with Garden Grocer ??

Disney News of the Day

Alaska could be Disney Cruise destination

Disney Cruise Line files application to sail in Alaska

Disney's Children Hospital to open in 2010

Disney joining Florida Hospital in creating state-of-the-art pediatric hospital

Phelps honored with Magic Kingdom Parade

Michael Phelps gets hero parade at the Magic Kingdom

Toy Story 3 featuring Ken and Barbie

Michael Keaton newly cast as Ken doll in Toy Story 3

Disney Lobbying report

Disney spends $1.5 million in three months of government lobbying

Four Seasons set to build on Disney property

Disney sells off land for Four Seasons Hotel to be built

Disney gets AIDS award

Disney to receive Entertainment AIDS Alliance Visionary Award

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground to get major overhaul

Among plans for Fort Wilderness is a themed pool area

Luigi's Roamin' Tires planned for California Adventure's Cars Land

Tire themed attraction planned for California Adventure

Rights to early version of Mickey may be unprotected

Steamboat Willie images of Mickey could be fair game under copyright rules

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Carowinds 2009 Coaster Construction.

Well we needed a construction thread for this. The park is hard at work tearing down Saturator and it could be completely removed by next weekend if not this weekend so Head Spin should be getting a coat a paint soon and most likely we'll see it going up in Oct towards the end of Scarowinds unless...

Scarowinds 2008

*Scarowinds 2008 Haunts The Asylum (NEW) Cornstalkers (NEW) Last Laff (NEW) Dream Factory Final Summons Dead Inn

Carowinds 2009 Season Pass.

Info on the 2009 season pass are on the site now. They brought back the discount if your are renewing from this year so that's a little bit of a saveing but the most exciting is Free parking & free Scarowinds again in 2009. I'll make sure to pick mine up @ Scarowinds. 2009 VIP Renewal:...

NFL: Redskins at Giants

Is anyone watching the game?

NASCAR Sprint Cup:Chase For The Cup

One more race(Richmond, VA) until the Chase starts. Here are the current standings for the Chase: 1. Kyle Busch 2. Carl Edwards 3. Jimmie Johnson 4. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 5. Jeff Burton 6. Greg Biffle 7. Kevin Harvick

General Roller Coaster Research

Hey guys :) Well, I'm currently doing a research project for college. It's basically all about the physics for rollercoasters, and to be honest, i've hit a dead end. I can't seem to find much info on the physics side of coasters, other than what wikipedia has provided. Does anyone know of any...

8/29/08 Dorney Laser Goodbye Fest Voodoo

(I think I got the calendar date wrong - oh well) Finally I made it back. I came back to Dorney last Wednesday after not having Laser and Voodoo earlier in the year in June. I had to say goodbye to Laser. It's such a great classic ride, on wooden blocks as well too. Since it was sold I had to get...

Top coasters with ejector air?

So as I approach my 100th coaster credit in a couple of weeks, I have a question for some of the more experienced and knowledgeable coaster fans out there. I rode El Toro a couple of weeks ago and really enjoyed the ejector air on it. I was wondering what other coasters are out there that provide...

Back to School BMX Video

Well, I'm pretty sure everyone who still goes t oschool is back in school now. So I made a video, and I rode schools a bit in it, just to...celebrate... the end return. YouTube - Summer 2008 BMX (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LQ6uxvgYNQA)

NCAAF Week 2: New No. 1 - USC

All right. It's week two of NCAA football, and USC started off with a good defeat of reputed Virginia. I imagine that's why USC is No. 1, despite the fact that Georgia and OSU also won. Georgia and OSU dropped one spot each to make way for USC. USC doesn't play this week, and Georgia and OSU...

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New construction photos of SeaWorld's Manta coaster

By Robert Niles: SeaWorld Orlando today released photos of factory construction of the Manta track, being prepared for the B & M flying coaster's debut at the Orlando theme park next year.

Okay, these could be pictures of new municipal sewer pipes being built, for all I can tell, but as the season winds down for many theme park fans around the country, I know that pictures of fresh rail keep many readers happy and warm during their downtime. Enjoy.

Bravo, Six Flags

By Robert Niles: I know that many Theme Park Insider readers share a frustration with people who jump lines in the theme parks, as well as with the killjoys who insult anyone who doesn't immediately get-the-heck-outta-the-way when Mr. Attitude wants to go someplace.

Haven't you wished, just once, that these jerks would get what's coming to them?

Well, Six Flags Great America has granted your wish. For today, at least. From the Chicago Tribune:

A Winnetka man was charged with disorderly conduct after he allegedly grabbed and pushed a 14-year-old who clapped when the man was ejected from a ride at Six Flags Great America last week, police said.

Making this incident all the more special... this wasn't some clueless teenage kid the park tossed and prosecuted. It was a 53-year-old man from the lily-white, rich-folk Chicago suburb of Winnetka. (Well, at least it was when I lived in Evanston. And the racial slur he allegedly used against a ride operator sure didn't help win him any benefit of the doubt from the park, I suspect.)

The Trib story quote the suspect as saying that he was "having a bad day."

Well, thanks to the news of Six Flags' prosecution of this fella, my day just got a whole lot better.

Vote of the week: When disasters strike theme parks, for real

By Robert Niles: Weather can affect any vacation, whether it be a rainstorm on a day you'd planned to go to the beach, or a warm spell during your ski getaway, turning the slopes to mush.

But natural disasters can make those inconveniences trivial. As I write this, Hurricane Gustav is bearing down on New Orleans, where the Six Flags amusement park closed during Katrina and never reopened. Last month Tropical Storm Fay dropped what seemed like 10 feet of rain on Florida, soaking the Central Florida theme parks along with much of the rest of the state.

Earlier this summer, a moderate earthquake struck Southern California, rattling visitors to the area's theme parks, though, thankfully, none were injured seriously. Summer also not only brings theme park season to the U.S. Midwest, it brings thunderstorms, and the occasional tornado, too.

Which brings me to our vote of the week:

Have any of these ever affected you, personally? Have they ever affected a theme park visit? Tell us your stories, in the comments, please.

Introducing 'Top Tips for Visiting Theme Parks'

By Robert Niles: We've got a new feature on Theme Park Insider, starting today. It's a "top tips" list, and I'm asking for your help in building it.

Just click to http://www.themeparkinsider.com/tips/ to get started. There, you can submit your most useful tips when visiting specific theme parks and theme park resorts. They can be about what rides to go on first, what to eat, what to look for, anything.

Here's where it gets cool. Once you've submitted a tip, then you and any other Theme Park Insider reader can vote on it - yes or no. The most popular tips will rise to the top of the list. (And the least popular ones, eventually, will disappear.)

(It's like Digg, but for snippets of advice, instead of for webpages.)

I hope that you'll be generous in sharing your best "insider" tips for getting the most from a theme park visit, and that you will keep checking back to vote on the tips that others have submitted. Over the weekend, as we get more tips in the database, I'll be adding links to park-specific tip lists from each park's listing page, as well as from the home page.

Finally, I am sure that TPI readers have plenty of tips to share on other topics, as well, not just theme parks. So I invite you to beta-test my new site TipReel.com, which is based on this same concept. Tell your friends, too.

Thanks, again, for reading Theme Park Insider.

Universal Orlando starts promotional push for Halloween Horror Nights

By Robert Niles: Universal Orlando's been sending out its "teaser" press kits in advance of this fall's Halloween Horror Nights. Theme Park Insider just got its, and I thought you'd like a look.

Letter and locked box

The press kit came in two deliveries. Yesterday morning, I got a package that included an ornate locked metal box, along with a letter:

You're about to face someone you've never met, but long feared... A key will arrive tomorrow. You'll meet then.

Of course, without the key, you can't open the box (well, unless you snap the rather thin chain - but I played along), so you have to wait until the next day to see what's inside.

And this morning arrived the FedEx envelope with the key.

Opened Halloween Horror Nights press kit

A strategically placed lipbrush triggered an eerie tune when I opened the jewelry box, which contained a shattered mirror, upon which was scrawled "Welcome to my World." (Bloody Mary's I presume?)

Contents of Halloween Horror Nights press kit

Also in the box were a dried rose and four pictures, each with a message in crayon scribbled on back:

  • "Face your fears"
  • "What lies behind the mirror"
  • "What awaits you"
  • "Fear me"

In keeping with such teaser packages, there was no other information about the event. But we can hook you up with that on our Halloween Horror Nights page, or discussion thread.

 

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