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Gardaland Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Rockman89's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Nothing gets soldered to a ride unless it involves the rides electrical wiring. Arrow thought of this and on paper it looked good but they found it not to be possible as it wouldn't be reliable. B&M may have something up their sleeve for future "4-D" attractions but Raptor will probably stay "as is." -
Heide Park Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Sebbe's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
You get what you pay for...... Edit: Posted on their facebook today -
I don't blame Cedar Fair for everything. Cedar Fair is doing what Marriot and Paramount did.....try to work with it and fix it up to be presentable and try to market it. The park could have limped along with the b*tchy neighbors alone but now with this stadium project moving along full steam ahead Cedar Fair has to make a decision and decide if keeping the park is in their best interest. The park's nostalgia and memories only go so far. Cedar Fair is trying to run a business. Some people on here call me negative but I'm a realist. No, I don't want to see the park close but that may be the reality sooner than later. I truly hope I am wrong though cause I like going to CGA when I travel to Nor Cal every summer.
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Gardaland Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Rockman89's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
^^^I was thinking the same thing, but after a closer look it doesnt look like theres a mechanism to rotate the seats so we should be safe. I hope this ride doesn't become a thorn in B&M's side. -
The Flamingo also has a notable breakfast/brunch buffet. They also have a $30 "all you can eat" wristband deal that includes 5 buffets (Rio , Flamingo, Caesers Palace and 2 others) for 24hrs. Great deal. How is the Palms? I've never been.
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Gardaland Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Rockman89's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Awesome!! I was wondering when some pics would surface. -
Weirdest Things The 'GP' Have Said
DJeXeL replied to maliboomer's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Enthusiasts - Inversions GP - Loopty Loops -
^They have one of the best buffets I've ever had!
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Hard Rock was actually a decent hotel. Sad to say the least. As long as you aren't staying at the Imperial Palace you'll be OK.
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Universal Studios Singapore Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Adriel's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Talk about being in the right place at the right time -
Fuji-Q Highlands Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Ed's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Is Fuji-Q an independently managed park or part of a Corporation? -
Hersheypark (HP) Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
What manufacturer they decide to go with, I hope it's an airtime machine. -
Universal Studios Singapore Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Adriel's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Here's an article regarding the re-opening. SINGAPORE: After almost a year of being grounded, the world's tallest duelling roller coaster, the Battlestar Galactica, will resume operations on February 21. Channel NewsAsia understands that authorities have given Universal Studios Singapore the required license to reopen the ride. In a statement, Universal Studios said officials had worked closely with Singapore authorities and theme park safety experts to determine the cause of the failure and to correct the fault. The ride went through months of re-engineering and thousands of test cycles. It was shut down in March last year, just weeks after a grand opening of the theme park, after a failure had been detected on one of the seats during routine checks. The fault was attributed to fatigue cracks detected in a welded component of the seat's support structure, the part which attaches the coaster's seat to its frame. All welded components for the seats have since been replaced with a new machined part. Prior to re-opening, Universal Studios Singapore will host a series of special events, including dedicated ride access times for team members of Resorts World Sentosa, invited guests from the ride's sponsor Panasonic and annual pass holders. During this period, park guests may also be invited to ride on the coaster as operational procedures are refined. Mr John Hallenbeck, Vice President of Park Operations, Resorts World Sentosa, said: "Battlestar Galactica is a signature and prominent ride at Universal Studios Singapore and we are so excited about it taking to the skies again. We expect sellout crowds and are advising guests who have been waiting for Battlestar Galactica to book their February tickets in advance." Battlestar Galactica, themed after the hit TV show about an on-going battle between Cylons and Humans, is comprised of both the suspended 'Cylon' coaster and the seated 'Human' coaster that chase each other on twisting integrated tracks. Riders on both coasters experience unbelievable thrills as they zoom, loop, turn and narrowly avoid collision. Each Battlestar Galactica track is a kilometer-long and the ride takes approximately 90 seconds to complete. -
Fuji-Q Highlands Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Ed's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Well Robb, that video pretty much sums it up. Thank you Two-seat trains? With 1 seat out of service -
Fuji-Q Highlands Discussion Thread
DJeXeL replied to Ed's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
^Is Fuji-Q consistent with their horrible operations of is it decent 1 year and not so decent the next?