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G: Gamera, Guardian of the Universe

The park itself looks very nice, even if the rides aren't that "inspiring." I am curious about that funky looking dark ride.

I do like the pink donuts with sprinkles at Universal Orlando.

Dominator is a very good ride--KD definitely got the best from Geauga Lake.

Xinhua Park--China

I am intrigued by this ride. I guess if I survived Insane at Grona Lund, I can survive Batman.

Victory Kingdom (China)

I like Epcot quite a bit, mainly for the atmosphere--not to mention Food and Wine in the fall.

As Guy said, you didn't miss much. The best ride there was Night in White Satin: The Trip.

^After watching some video, the Hatbox Ghost was pretty much what I expected.

Sierra Nevada Torpedo.

I haven't been to Phantasialand since 2008, and I'd love to visit it again. It really has made a lot of improvements since then--but I hope they keep the truly cheesy Hollywood Tour boat ride.

^I think it all looks pretty dumb. They probably should've stuck with the Heath Ledger Joker from The Dark Knight. That was a "re-imagining" that worked.

I would like, once again, tho thank all those who have donated to my Coasting for Kids page. I'm now only $120 away from making my goal of $1,000!

^No one is complaining about the Hatbox Ghost itself, which does look good. But hardcore Disney fans have over-hyped the new figure a bit. That being said, Disney is using projection technology very well.

The big difference is that Thunder Run is enjoyable, unlike the Hurlers.

^And the tears of coaster enthusiasts who never made it to the park.

Memorial Day should be slower than Saturday or Sunday that weekend.

Well, let's not go crazy here. I still prefer I305, but Fury 325 was a lot of fun.

Yep--the platform revolved, ascended and descended, and moved horizontally to different rooms. It was a very cool system (like something you'd see at a Disney park).

I was pretty impressed with how well many of the rides were lit there during my first visit--especially Millennium Force.

I am in favor of "Chocolate Cookie Mint Madness." However, I draw the line at eating at a joint with a name inspired by motor oil.

^I liked it, too, although neither I nor the friends I saw it with are completely clear on just what happened. The uncertainty isn't a bad thing, though, and the movie never bored me.

As will I. Welcome aboard!