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^ I always thought that maybe they should hire a 'street artist' or some painting company, to create a 3-D painting, underneath that coaster. It could be quite something. And be able to be refreshed when needed.

^Honestly, the AI has better responses at this point to most humans so let Bert have it!

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I was a big fan of the vertical loop on the Dive Coaster at CW. That was a smaller one on the back half of the ride, so this huge one should be great.

That darn log flume! I love log flumes and was sure we had plenty of time to ride it before we had to be on the bus, but the combo of a sneaky bit of line that you totally couldn't see until you were well into it and a massive back up on the "brake run" (not sure how that even happened on a log flume) we had to rush to the bus and literally made it with 0 seconds to spare. The only thing that saved us from total humiliation was another group that thought they had a half hour more than they did and so there was a discussion about whether to leave them or not....they didn't but at least they were significantly later than us!

A new higher res. image confirms that they'll have light up portions in the darker colored slides as seen in the colored stripes on the green slides. A nice touch considering none of the nearby parks I know of have it. Another interesting note is Six Flags seemed to make no mention of the new waterpark expansion in this recent update on passholder benefits (second page of attached link). Seems to be a bias present towards former Cedar Fair parks, or at least VF, especially considering they haven't let the park announce anything formally yet. We've been lucky to have even got the teasers we have so far, which is sad considering there's been more revealed about the expansion from people driving by the park, or the construction company in charge of the install. Valleyfair's relationship with long time enthusiasts and loyalists is already so damaged, this delay is simply making it worse. Hopefully they can get the right marketing leadership involved and they can start to do damage control in light of a (hopefully) soon to be built rollercoaster. https://s204.q4cdn.com/155295784/files/doc_news/2026/Feb/02/SFEC-Announces-Regional-Pass-New-Gold-Benefits-2026-w-Capital.pdf Also considering the following permit filings, does anyone have any idea what the project over by looping starship's former plot of land will be? "BLDC-029534-2025 Building (Commercial)- New: M1 Slide Tower Footings & Retaining Wall Footings are closely connected [$150,000] BLDC-029541-2025 Building (Commercial) - New: M2 - Lagoon Area Footings and Foundation Walls. The foundations and retaining walls are closely connected [$175,000] BLDC-028330-2025- Building (Commercial) - Other/Repair- M2 - Mechanical Building Kids Lagoon Slides [$100,000] BLDC-028328-2025- Building (Commercial) - Other/Repair - M1 - Slide Tower Mechanical Building (Old Waterpark) [$125,000]"

Beautiful silhouette! Titan in the foreground and Tormenta in the background! Pic courtesy of Six Flags Over Texas!

Gideon's Bakehouse has announced a new venture at Disney Springs, Six Ravens. This new quick service location will serve "Coffyns," yeast bread-based hand pies with savory fillings. Other menu items teased include potatoes, local beers and more of Gideon's namesake desserts. This location will operate separately and in addition to the existing Gideon's Bakehouse location at Disney Springs (along with the original East End Market location). https://www.instagram.com/p/DTko0nTDh5I/?img_index=1 Today is the 5-year anniversary of Gideon’s in Disney Springs, and we’re ready to celebrate with you! It feels like a good day to make an announcement. This year might be our biggest year of growth, and there is one little mystery that people have been asking about. So let me tell you a little story. A few years ago, we started exploring ideas for something new that met a grab-and-go need in a small space. I will admit that another small shop caused some hesitation, but an idea came to mind that was hard to ignore. What if we created a place that offered up savory delights in collaboration with some of our favorite Central Florida chefs? After all, I got my start at Disney Springs as a secret menu item at the Polite Pig. It’s important to pay it forward and bring more local flavors to the international crowds we meet every day. So with that, I introduce you to Six Ravens. This new concept specializes in a creation we call Coffyns, the original term for an old school hand pie. This fluffy yeast bread is filled with flavors created not only by the talented minds in Gideon’s kitchen but also by some of your favorite Orlando culinary superstars. Combine that with potatoes, local draft beer, and, of course, some tasty desserts, and you will have a fun new place to fuel your park adventures. Six Ravens opens at Disney Springs later this year. Stay tuned here for details or follow @six.ravens! I’ll eventually start telling you more about our journey and share some behind-the-scenes as we build the stories in this new chapter. In addition to the unveiling of Six Ravens, we’d like to celebrate with a free gift! As you might have seen in my previous post, a Gargoyle Print will be available exclusively at Gideon’s in Disney Springs today! Limit one per transaction. While supplies last! We’re also adding some Birthday Cake Dunking Sticks to our menu today! Perfect for dipping in your Cold Brew! Both locations! While Supplies Last. Limit 2 per person. I just want to end by saying Thank You for supporting small local business at Disney Springs for the past 5 years. It has been an honor to represent our local community on the big stage. https://www.orlandoweekly.com/food-drink/food-news/six-ravens-by-gideons-bakehouse-owner-steve-lewis-is-coming-to-disney-springs/ Gideon’s Bakehouse started as a cult fave inside East End Market 10 years ago, then grew into an international phenomenon when owner Steve Lewis began hawking his half-pound cookie behemoths inside Disney Springs five years ago to the day. Lewis is now capitalizing on Gideon’s popularity with a concept called Six Ravens, a shop specializing in grab-and-go hand pies he’s calling “coffyns” — fluffy yeast rolls encasing a variety of savory fillings. Even better is that he’ll work with some local culinarians, like Eliot Hillis and Seth Parker of Red Panda Noodle and Bruno Zacchini of Pizza Bruno, on the hand pie offerings. Steve Lewis Credit: courtesy photo “Six Ravens is the result of collaborating with the family we’ve created at Gideon’s, and our friendships within the community, ” Lewis says. “We look forward to being a gateway to local flavors on the international stage by spotlighting our Orlando superstars.” Lewis says he spent years tinkering and experimenting with various coffyn fillings in his downtime with friends and peers from Orlando’s food scene. Spreading the wealth and affording local outfits with some powerhouse exposure was always the plan. “I got my start at Disney Springs as a secret menu item at the Polite Pig,” he says. “It’s important to pay it forward and bring more local flavors to the international crowds we meet every day.” Six Ravens will open in the building previously occupied by The Art of Shaving just a few doors down from Gideon’s Bakehouse. Lewis says the space might be small, but promises to “pack your world with flavors and the escapism that comes with the world of Gideon’s.” Gideon’s Bakehouse art director Michael Reyes will curate the design and imagery of the space, while Studio 407 will oversee the buildout. As far as the name is concerned, “The Six Ravens” first appeared on Gideon’s bill of fare in November 2023, and the menu card featuring a cloaked figure with a conspiracy of those feathered croakers has since become a collectible item. “I’ve been hinting for years that some of the Gideon’s characters are meant to venture off and create their own adventures.” From a historical perspective, ravens have long been tied to the lore of the Tower of London. Legend claims that should the six resident ravens ever leave, the kingdom will crumble. Caw! Caw! Caw! Caw! Smashed Potato with Honey Mustard Credit: Six Ravens Accompanying those coffyns will be smashed potato fritters with dips ranging from sweet heat to a storied honey mustard that Lewis has been serving to his friends for decades. Six Ravens will also collaborate with Sideward Brewing and the The Ravenous Pig Brewing Co. on beer offerings. And, yes, there will be sweet treats. Lewis hasn’t finalized the menu as yet, but he’ll reveal the flavors and collaborations bit by bit as the opening date nears, which should be sometime in Q3. That said, Hillis teased that his coffyn contribution may include chicken curry. Will we see four-and-20 blackbirds baked into one of those pies? Follow @six.ravens to find out.

The second half of the day was a rushed one as we aimed to experience as much as we could before the park's early closing. We moved from Far Far Away to Minions Land as our hosts had yet to experience this expansion since it opened. Similar to the Minions Land found at Universal Studios Japan, the experience here is bright, over-the-top and filled with Minion character moments. The space is huge (or at least it feels that way) and it definitely seems like a popular upgrade from the former Madagascar realm that was once in this same plot of land. They had a few fun Minions games in the Super Silly Fun Land section of Minions Land... Including this perfect recreation of the Super Silly Space Killer game from the first Despicable Me movie! Just so much to take in! They nailed the Super Silly Fun Land feel from the film. Very cute. Equally cute. Time for what ended up being my favorite thing we experienced in the park that day... I'm not even kidding. This Halloween Minions show was adorable and super fun to watch! And the Halloween minions looked great! It'll never not amaze me that the ride system for The Funtastic World of Hanna-Barbera gave life to this attraction in 1990 in Florida but has also managed to be cloned in modern times in Hollywood, Beijing and Singapore. Japan's version of the ride replaced Back to the Future: The Ride, and while the ride film is virtually the same (save for added bookends to help facilitate the film being shown on the larger screen), the ride system is different. The scale of the interior queue is larger than those I've seen in Florida or Japan. But as you go deeper in, it starts to feel more familiar... Right down to the 106.7 FM radio reference, a nod to the enduring radio station in Orlando, that has been copied in each of the queues since. The final pre-show is the same as well. If you've ridden it in Florida, Hollywood or Beijing, you know what to expect here. And the post-show experience is equally familiar. Buggie Boogie is the land's third attraction, but as I discovered with research after this trip, actually a re-themed experience from the former Madagascar land. It's a cute carousel though. Jumping back to Far Far Away we managed to see Shrek & Fiona greeting guests in from the Shrek 4-D. Yes, we chose to ride this. The queue had some pretty fun details... The train for Enchanted Airways was very nicely themed for the land. Waterworld is tucked in the back of The Lost World but was sadly closed for refurbishment during my visit. Back in Sci-Fi City, I still couldn't get over how sprawling these coasters' were in this section of the land. It wasn't easy to get photos of the coasters in motion with one-train operations taking place all day... But the coaster looks nice. Accelerator is a mini tea cups, like a smaller version of Storm Force Accelatron in Islands of Adventure. Sci-Fi City has such a neat, a different-for-Universal aesthetic. I was intrigued when I saw Star Dots, thinking that I could get Dippin' Dots in unique flavors here... It turns out they sold everything here except the ice cream of the future. Next up was Lights Camera Action! presented by Steven Spielberg. In the vein of classic Universal special effects shows like Backdraft and Twister, this show is smaller in scale but features an introduction from a famous director and then sends you into the movie set to watch firsthand how a sequence of unfortunate events plays out dangerously. In this case, we're in the middle of a hurricane inside of a boathouse. Of course, there's fire and fiery water. And there's watery explosions. And then a tanker crashes into the boathouse! They were doing small Halloween acknowledgements in the New York section of the park for daytime guests. Much of the staging seen here was actually set up for Halloween Horror Nights which would start the following week. They gave out candy on our way out! I'd never had this before. As we made our way towards the exit of the park as closing time neared, I was able to spot Battlestar Galactica in motion. Cylcons in flight. The covered Hollywood section at the entrance is nice, albeit smaller than others like it. This was a neat touch I noticed on my way out. Passing through the gift shop at the entrance, something caught my eye... I somehow managed to miss riding Hollywood Rip, Ride, Rockit while I was here. Just outside of the entrance of the park you'll find a Hershey's Chocolate World store. I've now been to the one in Singapore, Hershey, New York, and Las Vegas! They also had a sizable LEGO store... Some very cool localized models here. I loved the Merlion man and the Gardens by the Bay models!

If you haven't noticed, all season fast lane was changed last week. Addons now work everywhere your pass works. Fast Lane was updated last week. Dining plans seem to update (and get cheaper) when the spring sale goes live (only west and Texas so far). Addons must be purchased from home park. Season Fast Lane Prices: West - $625 Texas - $449 Midwest - $999 East - $499 Crazy to do this months after passes are on sale. Also seems crazy your only season fast lane option at smaller parks is now way more expensive.

Agreed 100%. Between making Gold Passes into Regional Passes and this, they seriously cannot figure out what they want to do with their season passes. Definitely a more Legacy-Six than Legacy-Cedar type of move. Like....make all the changes you want, but announce it for the following year before passes went on sale.

Six Flags Over Texas continues to share updates from the park for 2026 including new construction progress on Tormenta Rampaging Run, as well as updated theming coming to Mr. Freeze and Batman: The Ride! https://x.com/SixFlagsOverTX/status/2021378957677826215 ¡El Viaje Continúa! #TORMENTATUESDAY #TORMENTA #SFOT2026 #ROLLERCOASTERS https://x.com/sixflagsovertx/status/2021590754066403580?s=46&t=TK-FUKECKXMmu4-XNc2oyg The coolest coaster on the planet is getting even cooler. In 2026, Mr. Freeze will be receiving a complete refurbishment to its queue with new scenes and effects. #sfot2026 #gothamcityfreeze https://x.com/sixflagsovertx/status/2021018104872984845?s=46&t=TK-FUKECKXMmu4-XNc2oyg The Dark Knight is getting some new gadgets. Batman: The Ride will be receiving queue enhancements in 2026! Here’s a first look. #sfot2026 #gothamcityfreeze

Don't most water parks generally offer similar attractions? I wouldn't think twice about spending more time at the dry park. The opportunity is rare and there are plenty of great water parks in North America.

Glad it's not going anywhere.

Not really sure you're gonna get a response from an AI bot haha.

thanks. . I actually still have 2 days at Phantasialand to finish up on. . . and I'm trying to keep up with the China trip too! hopefully soon!

What the fuck just happened? lol

AI is joining message boards now... great

Oh boy am I glad to have been wrong. Although it's not a watercoaster, these tube slides and what appears to be a matt racer parallel pursuit model look more impressive than what I had originally anticipated. Plus they're a better fit for what Soak City (Surperior Shores pretty soon I guess) needed. Now my only complaint is that they had initially said last chance to ride these attractions (being everything in the older side of the waterpark) only to end up replacing just the body slides. Think about how much nicer it would have been if they got a new raft slide and upgraded the current lazy river to feature some new technology. Now I can only hope they reveal the plans soon since we have no images of the new lagoon area coming in where looping starship used to rest. Hopefully it's a larger kids tower complex than what barefoot beach featured. I'm thinking a split rock lighthouse centerpiece with slides surrounding it, or coming out from it would be nice. I'd also be nice to feature newer kid slides and one of those ropes course style attractions that go over water. On another note, their Meta social media platforms featured a sneak peek at some of the adult beverages, and the color of them matched the slides in the background of the photos. A nice touch on their end that hints that the retheme is going beyond just new slides. Hopefully nicer food options will follow.

You know.... I think it might FINALLY happen! I might finally get out to this park this summer. Been wanting to go for decades, just never have had the time, nor chance. Looks like that might be changing!!! - Any other parks near by that we should do??? We won't have a rental car, and we are flying into LAX. So transportation will be limited. (Unless we rely on Ubers.)

It’s not you specifically but i often hear people complain about the ‘parking lot coaster’. Maybe it’s just my fondness for travelling schwarzkopf coasters but i almost didn’t even notice the parking lot lines. I was just glad to ride the coaster. Of all of the irritating things about 6 flags parks, themeing under the rollercoaster is towards the bottom of the list.

For what it is worth, i really liked scream when i rode it in ~2010.

With the park closing early and this being my only full day off from work, I pushed against my own exhaustion to experience something that had been intriguing me since I first found out I would be going to Singapore. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is billed as an interactive art experience. At a high level, it reminds me of a mix between those immersive projection room attractions, (to a degree) some of the TeamLab experiences (which I'd get a chance to see one on this trip) and in a not-subtle way, the interactive wand experiences found in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter locations across the globe. The experience is a separate-ticket offering within the Resorts World Sentosa complex. It allows you to scratch that Harry Potter itch in lieu of a Wizarding World of Harry Potter realm found in the park next door. You are equipped with a wand upon entry that can be used to illuminate your way through the experience. Unlike the interactive wands in the Universal parks, this wand features a touch-sensitive trigger and a lit wand tip to show you're triggering the magic. Not unlike other immersive art installations, the experience is mostly done at your own pace, with you being allowed to go back and revisit almost all rooms along the way. The Knight Bus is the formal kickoff to the experience and features a transportive introduction to the journey ahead... Once inside the Knight Bus, the inside is far more spacious as the outside facade lets on. Next up is Grimmauld Place... The rooms range in size throughout the experience but most of them are covered in interactive projection surfaces. This room represents (and transforms between) the two Ministries of Magic seen on film across the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts franchises, the British and French ministries. We start here in the French ministries with references abound from Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. But soon after the room transforms into the more recognizable green and black tile hues of the British ministry. The Hall of Prophecy feels like something someone went to a TeamLab installation and decided that they could accomplish the same kind of effects with a Potter sequence. Throughout the room are prophecies with embedded targets, that when you point and activate your wand, they set off effects, visible and auditory. This was easily one of the most layered rooms in the experience with the most unique interactive points to find. Leading into the Chamber of Secrets is a door that fully replicates the iconic mechanisms from the film. The Chamber of Secrets is a neat room to explore but it had less trigger points than I would have hoped. One of the few rooms in the experience dedicated purely to Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them. Having been spoiled by Knockturn Alley in Universal Studios Florida, this section was a little underwhelming. But there were some neat effects to be triggered. Darkness... Where might this lead? It leads to the Room of Requirement, in fact. Tons of triggered effects within this room, revealing recognizable props from the films... As well as some other effects that I wasn't familiar with from the movies. But lots of notable props. The finale room uses projection and artistry to present the final battle between Harry Potter and Voldemort, playing across this room with this center Pensieve being the focal point. Harry on one side... The Dark Lord on the other... As in the story/films, Harry wins and we are returned to Hogwarts where we can trigger fireworks effects with our wands, representing the four house animals. Is it even a Harry Potter attraction if there isn't an insane variety of merchandise to choose from? And yes, they sell (non-interactive) wands here. Also in the attraction's shop is a Butterbeer Bar that serves the namesake beverage plus other themed treats. You can even buy a bottled variety of Butterbeer here. So much to choose from! I stuck to the traditional Butterbeer... Having tried it at Universal and non-Universal locations (like the Harry Potter Studio Tour London) alike, I wsa curious to see if the formula would be any different. I'm not sure if it is catered to more local taste profiles, but compared to the stateside versions I've enjoyed, this version was surprisingly bland and watery. Harry Potter: Visions of Magic is a great experience for Potter fans. It is probably a little too niche for more casual guests but as a fan of the franchise, I enjoyed it and the hour and a half diversion it provided me. I tried a local shawarma chain in the Sentosa complex and washed it down with a delicious and refreshing Coca-Cola. After a long day out it was time to go back to the hotel and rest before the next day's work.

The "mocked coaster" you’re referring to is Scream!, a Bolliger & Mabillard floorless coaster that opened in 2003. It is famously (and relentlessly) teased by enthusiasts because Six Flags literally built it on top of a former parking lot without removing the asphalt or the white parking stripes. Even after a 2015 repaint into its current blue and orange "Screampunk" colors, the ride still sits over a sea of sun-cracked pavement. To transform this area and separate it from its "parking lot" reputation, Six Flags could move beyond simple landscaping and try these "outside the box" concepts: 1. The "Steam Dome" (Converting to Indoor) Converting a 150-foot-tall coaster into an indoor ride is a massive architectural challenge, but it would completely change the park's skyline. The Concept: Enclose the entire coaster in a massive, darkened industrial warehouse or a "domed foundry" to fit the Screampunk District. The Experience: By making it an indoor "dark coaster," you could add synchronized lighting, fog effects, and "near-miss" elements with industrial machinery. Precedent: Cedar Point did this with Disaster Transport (though on a smaller scale). For Scream!, the building would need to be roughly 15 stories tall, making it a "Space Mountain on steroids." 2. The "Industrial Trench" (Landscaping Overhaul) If a full building is too expensive, the park could "hide" the parking lot by changing the ground level’s appearance. The Idea: Break up the asphalt and replace it with a mix of dark gravel, rusted metal plates, and "sunken" ponds. * The "Box" Idea: Build concrete retaining walls or "berms" (man-made hills) around the perimeter of the ride's footprint. This creates a physical bowl that traps sound and blocks the view of the actual guest parking lot nearby, making the ride feel like it’s in its own excavated canyon. 3. "The Factory" (Partial Enclosures & Tunnels) Instead of one big building, Six Flags could build several smaller "thematic shells" that the track dives in and out of. The Concept: Create "head-chopper" tunnels at the bottom of the first 141-foot drop and through the interlocking corkscrews. Outside the Box: Use vertical gardens or "living walls" on the supports. This would turn the coaster into a green, "overgrown" industrial relic, completely masking the grey pavement below with lush, hanging vines and steampunk structures.

Except it has one of the most mocked coasters around in relation to being in a parking lot.

These pics are credited to Savage Mister and Six Flags Over Texas! 218' Immelmann looks amazing! Going up fast!

Not sure if Sun has done them yet but they give away tickets every year to subscribers. I subbed for 1 month for ~$8 and got 2 free tickets when I visited 2 years ago. Just checked my emails...seems to happen mid to late March every year. It will be a perk with a ton of free days and a lot of discounted days to pick from.

SeaWorld San Antonio has announced that the new Barracuda Strike roller coaster will open at the park on March 7th, 2026! https://seaworld.com/san-antonio/rides/barracuda-strike/ ALL-NEW Barracuda Strike Opening March 7th SeaWorld San Antonio is making waves once again with the ALL-NEW thrill ride, Barracuda Strike, the Tallest Inverted Family Coaster in North America! The one-of-a-kind attraction invites guests of all ages to dive into the deep and experience the ocean’s most agile predator like never before. With every twist, drop, and tight turn, Barracuda Strike will deliver a rush of excitement that’s bold enough for thrill-seekers, yet built for the whole family. Suspended beneath the track, riders will glide above the park’s iconic water ski lake in a high-speed pursuit that captures the speed, power, and precision of the barracuda!

Hey, I'll take it. . .even if it was AI? the guilt will get me back in front of the computer to finish up trip reports! we've been spending too much time at the theater! (Six and Sound of Music Last Week, and Hadestown next Saturday!).

It's a big park. I barely got everything in 1 day last year on a slow day.

Ok, well then way to sow confusion by sending that message to legacy members. All of our dining was a membership perk not an add on plan but according to this message has been converted to an add on plan. As usual and based on the extremely conflicting responses by various higher ups I have spoken with, as well as one customer service rep that flat out said "we really have no idea" I think there is confusion within the company on this issue. Again, it's a first world problem and I'm not losing any sleep over it, but annoying as it should be such a simple matter that no one seems to be able to answer definitively.

The announcement may come during their quarterly report on 2/19. If not presented, it will be a question certainly asked.. We shall see...

It was over 15 years ago, but SFMM didn't live up to my expectations. The neglect was just too much to ignore. I hope things have changed, since then. Knotts, on the other hand, exceeded my expectations.

I like that idea. They could make it look like you are diving through a Roadrunner and Wile-e coyote style canion. Or even better: make it look like a bunch of 2002 Corollas are parked beneath as you ride by!

What ~ an ~ awesome thing to experience! And I'm curious - how much for a wand? Thanks for a great tour through it all!

lol nice catch!

I don't think any of that is going to happen. It's going to stay on the decaying parking lot.

That's a pretty looking ride so far.

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/six-flags-magic-mountain-teases-new-roller-coaster-here-are-the-plans/ Six Flags Magic Mountain teases new roller coaster. Here are the plans Construction hasn’t started yet, but Six Flags Magic Mountain continues to tease the public with small updates on its ambitious new roller coaster project. In a weekend post to social media, the Valencia, California, theme park shared footage of blue sections of the track spread out on a dirt lot with the brief caption: “The skyline won’t be the same.” Officially, Six Flags has shared very little about the new ride, which was originally expected to open in 2026 but has been pushed back to 2027. “We’ll have more on the coaster a little later this year and more construction movement,” a park spokesperson told KTLA on Tuesday. Coaster enthusiasts, however, have discovered the design plans in Los Angeles County’s electronic permitting website. see more at link: https://ktla.com/news/local-news/six-flags-magic-mountain-teases-new-roller-coaster-here-are-the-plans/

I am absolutely thrilled for the kids—Six Flags Magic Mountain is finally giving them the world-class area they deserve! The park just announced that Bugs Bunny World is transforming into the all-new Looney Tunes Land, and it sounds like a dream come true for families when it opens in Summer 2026. They are splitting the area into four immersive zones, and there is so much for the little ones to explore: Adventures Around Every Corner Taz-Mania: The kids are going to love the new Taz’s Exploration Trail—an interactive walk-through perfect for burning off that extra energy. Plus, the train is getting reimagined as Taz’s Tasmanian Train Tours, which will be such a fun family ride. Road Runner Ridge: Imagine their faces seeing a real-life "painted tunnel" and ACME gadgets in the desert zone! It’s going to feel like stepping right into a cartoon. Bugs Bunny Play Park: This is huge—they are adding new free-play areas (essential for toddlers!) and finally opening up Granny’s House for them to explore inside. Camp Duck Amuck: The little thrill-seekers can hop into rugged ranger vehicles on the new Daffy’s Forest Four-Wheelers. A Better Experience for Parents & Kids It’s not just about the rides; the whole atmosphere is getting an upgrade to make the day easier for families: Better Breaks: Wascal’s restaurant is getting a total redesign with new picnic-style seating, making lunch time way less stressful. Comfier Play: They are putting in new turf and seating areas at the Looney Tunes Lodge, plus "lush" landscaping to make the whole land feel fresh and inviting. Construction starts this January, and I honestly can’t wait to see the kids exploring all this in 2026!

Norwegian Cruise Line today revealed the Norwegian Aura, the newest, longest and largest ship in its fleet, set to sail from Europe in May 2027 before moving to its home port of Miami in June. https://www.nclhltd.com/investors/news-events/press-releases/detail/758/norwegian-cruise-line-opens-for-sale-its-largest-and-most Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel, today unveiled and opened for sale Norwegian Aura™, the longest and largest vessel in its fleet, which will homeport in Miami beginning in June 2027 following her debut in Europe in late May 2027. Setting a new standard in size and scale for NCL's fleet, Norwegian Aura will be almost 1,130 feet long, 169,000 gross tons and will accommodate 3,840 guests at double occupancy. Norwegian Aura will be 10% larger than her predecessors Norwegian Aqua® and Norwegian Luna™ and has been thoughtfully designed to deliver curated, family-focused experiences, complemented with reimagined guest favorites. At the center of the action is the all-new Ocean Heights, an open-air activities complex that shifts from fun by day to a vibrant, laid-back atmosphere at night, creating a lively space for the whole family. Offering seven-day cruises to the Caribbean, each of Norwegian Aura's voyages in the region will visit either Harvest Caye, NCL's resort-style destination in Belize, or Great Stirrup Cay, the Company's private island in the Bahamas, which recently received several enhancements. As of late 2025, all-new guest experiences opened on Great Stirrup Cay, including the Great Life Lagoon – a sprawling pool area with swim-up bars, premium loungers and a dedicated kids' splash area – as well as Vibe Shore Club, an adults-only area with a private bar and premium lounge seating. Later in 2026, ahead of Norwegian Aura's 2027 sailings, the island will debut the nearly six-acre Great Tides Waterpark with 19 waterslides, industry-first cliffside jumps and a dynamic river, as well as new adventure excursions. "We are proud to introduce the newest, and largest, addition to our fleet, Norwegian Aura," said Harry Sommer, president and chief executive officer of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. "Norwegian Aura represents the evolution of Norwegian Cruise Line and the celebration of bringing together families, friends and travelers from around the world. With brilliance and connection at her core, the ship was created to give all guests the freedom to vacation their very own way – offering the chance to exhale, connect and effortlessly escape into the moment. We look forward to this next milestone and can't wait for guests to experience all that Norwegian Aura has to offer." Norwegian Aura is currently being built by renowned Italian shipbuilder Fincantieri with interior designs across the ship created by world-class architects such as AD Associates, Piero Lissoni, Rockwell Group, SMC Design and Studio Dado. Norwegian Aura's stand-out features and itineraries include: OCEAN HEIGHTS: MULTI-GENERATIONAL FUN AND ADVENTURE Spanning decks 18 to 21, the first-in-the-fleet Ocean Heights will be the ultimate hub for fun, action and relaxation for the whole family. The sprawling activity zone will combine brand-new attractions for NCL with reimagined favorites, transforming from day to night using immersive lighting and LED projections. Norwegian Aura will boast the most slides of any NCL ship, with five located in the sweeping open-air complex, Ocean Heights. Eclipse Racers are the Brand's first dueling mat racer waterslides, stretching over 400 feet for an exciting head-to-head competition for illuminating wet-and-wild fun in tubular slides. For more thrills, guests can head over to the Aura Free Fall, a drop-in body waterslide where the floor opens up below and plunges guests down 250 feet of exhilarating twists and turns. The Wave is a lotus waterslide, a pendulum-style raft attraction that accommodates groups of up to four guests to ride together through 300 feet of pure fun. Lastly, the returning guest favorite, The Drop, is the Prima Class signature dry slide that rushes guests down 10 decks – from deck 18 to eight. Designed for adventure seekers, Ocean Heights will also feature an 82-foot Aura Ropes Course complete with exhilarating challenges paired with breathtaking top-deck ocean views. Additional experiences include a 25-foot Rock Climbing Wall; Aura Midway, an amusement park-style outdoor area where guests will enjoy a variety of carnival-like games; a nine-hole mini golf course; NCL's first-ever overhanging private cabanas overlooking Vibe Beach Club; and a bar for guests to sip on their favorite beverages. OCEAN BOULEVARD: CATERS TO ALL – FROM HOT TUBS TO KID AND TEEN HUBS Located on deck eight, Ocean Boulevard is the signature Prima Class outdoor promenade that wraps around the entirety of the ship and provides guests opportunities to relax while enjoying endless water views. Aboard Norwegian Aura, the area has been extended by 11% compared to Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna, offering additional space, more seating, as well as debuting activities and amenities, including new hot tubs and a brand-new bar. An expanded Infinity Beach will provide the ultimate hub for relaxation with luxe day beds and wading pools, perfect for afternoon siestas. Additionally, Ocean Boulevard will feature dedicated activities for children and teenagers flanked on either side of the forward end of the ship. Located port side, Adventure Alley is designed for kids aged six to 10 and offers stimulating crawl spaces and twisting tunnels in an imaginative seascape setting overlooking the ocean; while starboard side, the Teen Hangout provides an exclusive retreat for teenagers to relax, socialize and capture memories at the striking wave and surf photo wall. Lastly, for younger guests aged two to six, Little Explorer's Cove playground is situated at the bow and features a playhouse with two slides and more. NEXT-LEVEL POOLSIDE AND SUNDECK EXPERIENCES Guests aboard Norwegian Aura will enjoy more ways than ever to relax, refresh, and soak up the sun in the ship's expanded and enhanced spaces. Over 20% larger than Norwegian Aqua's and Norwegian Luna's pool decks, that of Norwegian Aura's will be the largest in the NCL fleet with more seating capacity, an additional infinity hot tub, a larger LED entertainment screen and extra open lounge areas to ensure every guest enjoys the heart of the ship in comfort. The adventure continues on the top decks with Norwegian Aura's Kids' Aqua Park, with splash pad and interactive water features within proximity to Ocean Heights on deck 18. Nearby are two family-fun waterslides – the Party Slide, a wide and shallow slide perfect for families and friends to enjoy together, and the Infinity Loop, a figure-eight slide that wraps around the Party Slide. On deck 19, guests will enjoy outdoor lawn games and seating at Horizon Park. Vibe Beach Club, NCL's exclusive adults-only retreat, will be 15% larger than those found aboard Norwegian Aqua and Norwegian Luna, providing increased seating, infinity hot tubs, expanded decompressing areas and a waterfall feature. With additional sun loungers, daybeds and a bar as its focal point, Vibe Beach Club will provide the ultimate setting for relaxation at sea. THE HAVEN BY NORWEGIAN® OFFERS ELEVATED EXCELLENCE AT SEA Norwegian Aura will boast 1,976 staterooms ranging from studios to suites, of which 159 make up the keycard access-only complex, The Haven by Norwegian. The luxury offering aboard Norwegian Aura will include 30% more suites than previous Prima Class ships and the most in the fleet. Designed by renowned Italian designer Piero Lissoni, The Haven suites blend sophisticated design with sweeping sea views and are crafted for optimal privacy and convenience with exclusive private elevator access. The Haven complex features a dedicated sundeck complete with a panoramic infinity pool, two hot tubs and an outdoor sauna and cold room. It also offers the dedicated The Haven bar and lounge, and The Haven Restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Notably, Studio DADO, longtime partners of Norwegian Cruise Line, designed the private lounge, restaurant and outdoor deck to emulate a tranquil oasis that immerses guests into the world's natural beauty with earth tones, a lush canopy of trees and delicate finishes. Beyond luxury accommodations and spaces, guests staying in The Haven will enjoy unmatched service and amenities, including 24-hour butler and concierge service, priority embarkation and disembarkation, exclusive invitations to onboard events, priority onboard reservations and much more. BRILLIANTLY DESIGNED HULL ART Signature to the NCL fleet, Norwegian Aura will feature a standout hull art design created by international artist Rosie Woods, known for her large-scale murals and collaborations with global brands. Woods' work is defined by flowing, light-driven forms that explore movement, energy and illumination. Her design for the vessel draws inspiration from celestial light and bioluminescent seas, creating a modern interpretation of how light interacts with water. Reflecting on her work for Norwegian Aura, Rosie Woods said, "I'm thrilled to partner with Norwegian Cruise Line, who has been known for showcasing beautiful, cutting-edge hull art designs. I'm so excited to see my large-scale piece of artwork come to life, sail across the seas and illuminate day and night." FROM THE MEDITERRANEAN TO MIAMI Prior to homeporting in Miami for her inaugural season in June 2027, Norwegian Aura will sail a seven-day Mediterranean voyage from Trieste, Italy to Barcelona, Spain on May 21, 2027 with calls to Valletta, Malta; as well as Salerno and Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy. Following her 14-day transatlantic voyage, she will commence her season of Caribbean cruises from Miami. From June 2027 through October 2027, Norwegian Aura will sail seven-day Eastern Caribbean voyages with calls to quintessential island destinations, including Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic; St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands; Tortola, British Virgin Islands; and the Brand's newly enhanced private island in the Bahamas, Great Stirrup Cay. In winter 2027/28, Norwegian Aura will offer seven-day Western Caribbean voyages taking guests to lush, tropical destinations like Roatan (Islas de la Bahia), Honduras; Costa Maya and Cozumel, Mexico; as well as Harvest Caye, NCL's resort-style private destination off the Belizean coast. For more information about the Company's award-winning fleet and worldwide itineraries, or to book a cruise, please contact a travel professional, call 888-NCL-CRUISE (625-2784) or visit www.ncl.com.

This is what everyone has been asking for!! Better Lightning on the Fudd Machine!!! too damn funny

Give me a break, dude. I've been hearing this bullshit from members since the American Thunder days and we haven't gotten shit for thrills on rails. SFSTL either desperately needs a new roller coaster and/or a major family oriented overhaul. At this point, throw a hail Mary. Six Flags has given our park survival investments for the past decade. Why the fuck are they updating a children's ride with a lighting package when the majority of families are gone well before dark. My kid goes to bed at 8:30. The area doesn't seem to have as much potential for an urban development or a city center as other areas. I don't believe the doom and gloom of selling the park due to its real-estate value. Certainly the cost to buy the land, demolish ALL rides and EVERY structure/path/etc, get rid of underground infrastructure, and regrade land can't be worth it to build some single family homes or apartments. Just sell off the unused land, if possible. I'm not falling for the gloom and doom clickbait. In case anyone isn't in the know, here's what we're talking about: Bring it on, Enchanted Parks. I'm ready to roll the dice.

Disney has announced that Soarin' will be debuting a new ride film in 2026 at both Disney California Adventure and EPCOT: Soarin' Across America! https://disneyparksblog.com/disney-experiences/soarin-across-america-at-disneyland-and-disney-world/ Buckle up and get ready for takeoff! The fan-favorite attraction Soarin’ will be receiving an all-new airborne adventure across the U.S. That’s right— you’ll soon be Soarin’ Across America at Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort, debuting Summer 2026! The new bi-coastal offering will showcase the United States—from sea to shining sea—highlighting some of the country’s natural beauty and iconic cityscapes. This will be brought to life with the iconic elements that make Soarin’ unforgettable – the flight, the sights and score, even the scents! Walt Disney Imagineering is hard at work capturing more than a dozen breathtaking locations for the new flight.

Universal has announced that Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift is now official, and will open in 2026! https://media.universalparksusa.com/press-releases/hit-the-nos-universal-studios-hollywood-announces-fast-furious-hollywood-drift-the-destinations-first-high-speed-outdoor-roller-coaster-opening-in-2026-will-rocket/ Universal Studios Hollywood announces its “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift,” first-ever, high-speed outdoor roller coaster launching in 2026 will debut as the fastest roller coaster in the Universal Destinations & Experiences portfolio at a staggering 72 MPH. The theme park also reveals a first look rendering and animatic video showcasing the breadth of this exciting new thrill ride. Construction continues on this ambitious roller coaster and its state-of-the-art ride system, which is being uniquely designed to immerse guests within Universal Pictures’ exhilarating Fast & Furious universe. This innovative roller coaster will take guests on an adventure, unlike anything ever encountered before. Featuring groundbreaking 360-degree rotation of the individual ride vehicles, the coaster will rocket guests up to 72 MPH along 4,100 feet of elaborate track, meticulously constructed with sound reduction technology for a breathtaking experience. The fully rotational ride vehicles will create a seamless sensation of drifting cars as guests spin in motion at furiously fast speeds while being catapulted along an aerial track that winds its way over sections of the theme park, including the multi-level escalator that connects the Upper and Lower Lots. “Watching the progress of this incredible roller coaster come to life is truly spectacular,” said Scott Strobl, Executive Vice President & General Manager, Universal Studios Hollywood. “2026 is just around the corner and we are equally as excited as our guests to introduce such an inspiring new ride to our theme park portfolio. ‘Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift’ will be a powerful game changer for Universal Studios Hollywood that will not only transform the topography of our destination but will infuse an entirely new level of adrenaline to our already dynamic theme park. We look forward to riding it ourselves and to welcoming guests to experience it in the very near future.” “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” will be located on the Upper Lot of Universal Studios Hollywood. Guests will queue up within an expansive garage-like structure before settling into one of four ride vehicles, designed to look like the iconic cars from the films. The ride vehicle modeled after Dominic Toretto’s 1970 Dodge Charger is currently on display at Universal Studios Hollywood. The “Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift” roller coaster will benefit from Universal Destinations & Experiences’ decades-long expertise in revolutionizing the development of the contemporary roller coaster across its global theme parks.

Universal Studios Hollywood has released a ton of new details about their first ever Universal Fan Fest Nights. This new event features live entertainment, walk throughs and themed experiences, exclusive food & beverage and character offerings, all in an extra-ticket event. Tickets for the event are now on sale. https://www.universalstudioshollywood.com/hhn/en/us/things-to-do/events-and-seasonal-activities/fan-fest-nights A Night of Fandom Awaits Universal Fan Fest Nights - an all-new after hours event with the fandoms you love in one place, every event night. Celebrate with other fans the best of Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Gaming, and Anime like never before.
 Step into the worlds of Star Trek, Back to the Future, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, One Piece, and Jujutsu Kaisen as well as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ and SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™.
 
Geek out for real with in-world experiences, celebratory moments, themed food, and exclusive merchandise that takes fandom to a whole new level. Celebrate Your Favorite Franchises
Every Event Night—All in One Place Select Nights April 25–May 18, 2025 Boldly go on an immersive Star Trek adventure aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise-D and enter the iconic bridge featured in Star Trek: Picard. Boldly Go Where No One Has Gone Before The most immersive Star Trek adventure awaits you in an all-new journey into the heart of the U.S.S. Enterprise-D, with must-have merchandise and exclusive themed food. Grab your favorite cosplay, gather your crew, and set course on an unforgettable evening. A New Star Trek Adventure Begins! At Star Trek: Red Alert, embark on an out-of-this world adventure aboard the legendary starship U.S.S. Enterprise-D as a mysterious entity wreaks havoc through the ship's systems! Star Trek: Red Alert is a daring walkthrough experience featuring many familiar locations from the legendary franchise including the iconic Bridge—a screen used set piece from the Paramount+ original series Star Trek: Picard. Engage your Appetite! With space travel comes worldly cuisine. Send your tastebuds on an adventure at Quark’s Cafe with special themed food such as the Tribble Truffle Trio and refreshing worldly drinks. Also, don't miss the 10 Forward Bar where you can indulge on specially crafted drinks such as the Ceti Eel Margarita and so much more. Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages. Starfleet Essentials Make it so. With new Star Trek apparel, accessories, and collectibles. Go Back to Hill Valley in 1955, just like Marty McFly, and relive iconic film moments from Back to the Future at Courthouse Square. Where We’re Going, We Don’t Need
Imagination Take the Universal Fan Tram Back to the Future and enter Hill Valley in the ultimate time traveling adventure. Check out the authentic Courthouse Square from the film and meet your favorite characters like Doc Brown and Marty McFly along the way. Time Travel to the Real Courthouse Square Travel back to Hill Valley in 1955, just like Marty McFly! Relive iconic film moments from Back to the Future as Courthouse Square comes to life. Take a photo in your cosplay with Einstein and the iconic Time Machine, experience the Enchantment Under the Sea dance along with a recreation of the Clock Tower lightning strike that sends Marty back to the future. Dine on a Timeless Menu Prepare to rock around the clock with 50s themed food and retro beverages. Back to the Future Goodies Going back to 1955 is fun, but having proof you did is even better. Discover all-new apparel, accessories, collectibles and more. Embark on a DUNGEONS & DRAGONS adventure with fellow Harpers to save Waterdeep from Xanathar. Prepare for Adventure! Get your dice ready. Adventure as your favorite class as the World’s Greatest Role-Playing Game™ becomes a reality. Enter Waterdeep in an immersive walkthrough experience, meet in a tavern, and shop the themed merchandise. Fight to Save Waterdeep Join fellow Harpers on a DUNGEONS & DRAGONS quest to save Waterdeep from the clutches of the notorious beholder, Xanathar the Beholder, in the in-world action-packed DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: Secrets of Waterdeep. Take a Breather at The First Roll Tavern For any fan who’s dreamed of visiting the Sword Coast, your time has come. After your quest through Waterdeep, reward yourself with a beverage like an Eldritch Blast at DUNGEONS & DRAGONS: The First Roll Tavern. Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to purchase and consume alcoholic beverages. DUNGEONS & DRAGONS Merchandise Calling all Wizards, Rogues, Fighters and fans! Enhance your cosplay with must-have DUNGEONS & DRAGONS accessories and browse themed apparel and collectibles. Get ready to sail into the world of One Piece and meet Luffy and the Straw Hat Crew. Set Sail with Luffy and the Straw Hat Crew Prepare for a night of piracy and cosplay (subject to Cosplay Costume Guidelines) as you enter the swashbuckling Fan Zone of One Piece. Meet with the Straw Hat Crew and grab your merchandise and themed provisions fit for any pirate. One Piece: Grand Pirate Gathering Adventures await in the swashbuckling Fan Zone of One Piece. Get ready to meet Luffy and his Straw Hat Crew, like Zoro, Nami, Usopp, and Sanji. Capture all the fun with interactive photo opportunities and join the ranks of the most wanted pirates with the help of sketch artists. Dine Like a Pirate Get a taste of One Piece with a special themed menu featuring savory bites and sweet offerings, all inspired by your favorite characters. One Piece Treasures Go full on pirate and make your status official by getting sketched as a wanted pirate and score unique merchandise. Watch Yuji Itadori and his friends in a heroic Jujutsu Kaisen battle. Really Go All Out with Jujutsu Kaisen From the pages of the widely popular manga, comes an anime adaptation of the world of Jujutsu Kaisen. Watch Yuji Itadori and friends take on a sorcery battle, shop themed merchandise and get beyond cursed with unique snacks. Welcome to a World of Sorcery Watch this big screen adventure inside our DreamWorks Theatre, Jujutsu Kaisen: Hunger of the Cursed. Follow Yuji Itadori as he embarks on a journey from becoming the host of a powerful curse to learning how to fight it and other curses alongside fellow students at Tokyo Jujutsu High School. Dig Into Powerful Jujutsu Kaisen Snacks Really Go into the world of sorcery and indulge in Jujutsu Kaisen inspired bites. Jujutsu Kaisen Themed Merchandise Add a touch of sorcery to your cosplay (subject to Cosplay Costume Guidelines) and shop the Jujutsu Kaisen apparel, accessories and collectibles. Discover new fan experiences like encountering a Niffler, baby dragon, or Occamy, and celebrate your house pride at Hogwarts™ Always, a breathtaking new show. An Evening in the Wizarding World Awaits Wizards, witches, and Muggles™ unite for an evening of magical experiences. Come and celebrate everything that The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ has to offer from attractions to new magical creatures, a stunning new projection show, new themed food, beverages, and merchandise offerings. Casting a New Spell on the Night Experience the wonder of Hogwarts™ Always, a breathtaking show that takes you on a magical journey through a school year at Hogwarts™. Enjoy unforgettable music and incredible moments of wizardry, all set against the majestic backdrop of Hogwarts™ castle. Encounter Magical Creatures Hogsmeade has recently become even livelier with magical creatures. Now is your chance to meet a baby dragon, Occamy and yes, a Niffler who loves shiny, sparkling treasures. Dining & Shopping New Evening Feasts at the Three Broomsticks™ Celebrate your house pride with a special evening feast. Satiate your appetite with a spellbinding three course dinner at the Three Broomsticks™. And don’t forget to top it off with a Butterbeer™. Reservations required. Magical Finds Await: New Merchandise Add some new magic to your cosplay with the debut of the latest merchandise. Be the first to get the new Collector’s Edition interactive wand, exclusive to Universal Studios Hollywood, or the entire collection of Pygmy Puff-inspired merch that will enchant any magical creature lover. Step into SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ for a special Yoshi celebration and other experiences. Let’s Go, Yoshi Universal Fan Fest Nights will mark the debut of fan-favorite, Yoshi, as a new meet and greet character in SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. Search for hidden Yoshi eggs in a fun scavenger hunt and celebrate with drone moments that will light up the night sky. You’ll also have a chance to meet Mario and friends, and ride Mario Kart™: Bowser’s Challenge. Hello Yoshi Meet and Greet Yoshi at SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ Get ready for a meet and greet you’ll never forget featuring the legendary Yoshi. 
Let’s go! Can You Find Yoshi’s Hidden Eggs? Search for Yoshi’s hidden eggs on a fun-filled scavenger hunt throughout the
Mushroom Kingdom. Nightly Drone Moments Ooh! Ahh! Watch celebratory drone moments illuminate the night sky. Tasty Yoshi Menu Items at Toadstool Cafe™ Visit Toadstool Cafe™ to fuel up on Yoshi themed food and specialty beverage to commemorate Yoshi’s arrival at Universal Studios Hollywood. Reservations required. Yoshi Merchandise and More Stock up on new Yoshi wearable merchandise that is the perfect addition to your SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ collection.

^ Very cool TDL "souvenir", heh. I have seen several re-creations of Tokyo Disneyland rides by different brand names ..... very tempting to buy.... Then I see what you're getting, and I start thinking ..... hmmm.... cool buy if you get it, Bert. P.S. Have any of our Tokyo members (and/or TPR members recently visiting there) been to TDL and seen any of the new construction on the new Space Mountain? Just curious how the construction is going. What new Space Mountain (in 2027) is supposed to look like, when it's ready to open. And they gain a neat plaza, too!

Check out F&F coaster construction progress as of today! They seem to be working on it almost all day and night. more and more track going in and progress on the dual load station.

I'm kind of obsessed with this one aspect of the Disney v DeSantis lawsuit... Disney never expressed concern over 1st Amendment protection, so DeSantis and his collaborators never thought to censor themselves. Normally in this kind of case, the Plaintiff would have the difficult task of proving to the court what the motive behind the Governor's actions was. And it would be easy for the Governor to say that it was purely financial and administrative. But because Disney stayed quiet, the prosecution now has dozens of pieces of evidence of defendants very explicitly saying: "the government of Florida is retaliating against The Walt Disney Company for engaging in political speech."

They look a lot like the hiking trail shelters around here, with the sloped roofs and high windows. Feels a good fit for the resort.