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Yeah that really seems like a strange place. If it weren't for seeing other coasters in the background you could have put photos from a bunch of parks together and it would have been as cohesive (especially with multiple of several ride types) That's called a diabolo! And while I've seen some circus shows with interesting themes, a fabric/silks act (and contortion by the looks of one of the photos) seems a little bit strange for a viking show
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Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
^Megan's Spider-man keychain might have gone missing one morning while waiting to for the group in Osaka, and Sarah and me were the prime suspects in the investigation -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Chuck, thanks for reminiscing about that amazing trip! It was such an incredible first trip to Japan for me and I ache to get back. I get reminders of that trip all the time, and how much I miss being there: from the large number of souvenirs scattered around my apartment, when the TDR 35th anniversary theme come on when I'm listening to music, and cleaning out a drawer and finding KT's "warrant" to search my room in Osaka. -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Amazing looking trip! I really need to make it over to Europe to check out these parks -
We Went To Universal Orlando!
Blue Turbo replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Commented on YouTube, but wanted to also to say something here. While I had seen some of your POVs, I consider finding the Coaster Expedition videos my first real introduction to TPR. They were so fun and showed off why we people love going to theme parks. They focused on how theme parks are more than just the rides, they are great for having a fun day with friends (which is what I feel is the spirit of TPR anyways). I will probably keep going back to watch those videos over and over, and will forever associate certain songs with different parks! I also appreciate how well they were produced, especially all of the little details in the editing: the cuts tied to the music, specific clips to match the lyrics, etc. I'm really happy to see a new video in this style! -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Was not expecting to see a WCB TR in this, but am glad nonetheless! One of the things I miss about living in Arizona was how easy it was to fly to California for the weekend and do a WCB (one year I went just for the Knott's day because they are full of so much fun). WCB 2013 was my first TPR event and a few of the people I met that weekend are the reason I ended up doing the Mini New Hotness/East Coast trip the next year, so I will consider it as my gateway drug! -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Nice pictures, Chuck! This is where the nostalgia actually starts for me, since this was my first TPR tour! I had read many TRs and seen the Coaster Expedition videos, but I didn't really know what to expect the trip to be like. It was way more fun (and way more exhausting) than I could have imagined. Robb and Elissa's phenomenal job planning (and dealing with issues, I'm looking a you Satan's Lodge) and getting to know everyone on the trips is what makes TPR trips so much more than going to a bunch of parks and riding coasters. Very much looking forward to the next time I can do one! -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
^ I'm a little worried I could be next Like I wouldn't be surprised if this was the last thing I saw before I died Chuck, I've already been feeling nostalgic for Japan while stuck at home, and this has made it 10x worse! I NEED to get back there, especially so that I can meet the lava monster. -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Really enjoyed reading this Chuck! (I actually went back and read the full TR) Such a strange mix of parks. The one time I've been to China, it was for a school trip and we only went to Beijing and did culture/educational stuff, so I would like to get to some of the parks there especially since they've been adding a lot of cool looking rides recently. -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I was recently thinking about Indiana Beach's elephant ears! So good! -
Changed mine recently to me in line for 20,000 Leagues wearing ShellieMay ears on top of my from undergrad
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I've been going through all my roller coaster photos, so I will probably post some more later, but this one is one of my favorites from the 2017 US TPR tour KT blames me for us sitting in the front, but I asked her where she wanted to sit Robb also caught the splash, and we can see everyone's reaction
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What videos would you like to see?
Blue Turbo replied to SharkTums's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
The MOST EXTREME POV of the plane coaster from Benyland! -
Indiana Beach (IB) Discussion Thread
Blue Turbo replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Was not expecting to see this today! Glad to hear that park is going to still be around. I really enjoyed my visit back in 2014 (was just going through my photos from then today) and would love to be able to make it back there to play some Fascination (and maybe ride some roller coasters ) -
Chuck's TPR Shameless Nostalgia Trip Thread
Blue Turbo replied to cfc's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
Loving these throwback TRs so far! I've watched the Coaster Expeditions for these older trips so many times, but it's fun to see a new perspective/hear your thoughts on them! Seeing photos of Japan always makes me long to go back. I really need to get on Journey to the Center of the Earth and hit some of the smaller parks in the Tokyo area that I missed on the pre trip -
I've recently been obsessed with Ghost Quartet, which Dave Malloy posted a full recording of the other week on . It's not really a traditional musical, it's heavily inspired by concept albums, and also a little confusing (small cast playing multiple characters telling multiple, interconnected stories not necessarily in chronological order), but it's really interesting!
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The Official TPR Video Thread!
Blue Turbo replied to robbalvey's topic in Theme Parks, Roller Coasters, & Donkeys!
I'm glad that I've never had a true SLC experience! The only one I've been on is T3 after it reopened with the new trains -
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I remember seeing quite a few of the ears when I was there near Christmas last year (at least in World of Disney)!