Status Update- Haunt Season is Coming!

Status Update, Haunt Season is Coming!

 Well Folks, it appears the Amusement Park and Theme Park Announcements are finally completed for the summer. Which means it's getting into one of our favorite times of the year..

Haunt Season! 

Yes, Haunt Season is coming and we've been paying attention! With News and Reports gore-lore to fill up your need for all things spooky and scary. Coming soon you'll get big event coverage as well as our reviews of as many haunted attractions as we can manage.

Remember, we'll be using the hashtag #HT2014 this season. You can tag us or follow along with our crazy adventures through the land of haunted attractions.You can also check out last seasons reviews to help you plan your own Halloween Haunted House schedules- Haunt Reviews.

In the next week or so we should have a rough schedule together of what Haunted Events and Attractions we'll be reviewing this season, so stay turned, decorate your house and rejoice!

Epcot's 'Norway' May be Safe.. for now.

 Epcot's "Norway" May be Safe.. for now.



 For several months now we've been reporting rumors that Walt Disney World has been considering changing Epcot Centers "Norway" area to something with a 'Frozen' theme based off the hit movie as well as the countries reluctance to pay $9 million for updates to the land and ride found within.

In-case you missed these
The rumor of Frozen/Norway can be found here.
The Norway/Disney $9 Million Demand can be found here.

 For the last few days, Disney has been hinting at a 'Big Announcement' coming at the end of their "The Making of Frozen" special which aired last night ABC Family. This had whipped the speculation wagon into a full gallop with many believing we'd finally learn the fate of Disney's Norway and Maelstorm.

 Well, we can take a relaxed breath, for now. The only annoucement found at the end of "The Making of Fozen" involved the movie getting a new 'movie shot' and not a peep about the World Showcase country. While this may be good news, I hesitate still to accept it as gospel. It could be that Norway is just getting the massive refurbishment the ride Maelstorm and the country overall has needed for years.. or it could mean something else.

 Frankly, I don't know. Speculation exists on both sides of the argument with fans of the movie crying for a Frozen-Norway make-over while fans of Epcot and World Showcase scream that it doesn't belong. Personally, I stand firmly with the Epcot/World Showcase folks.

 We'll simply have to wait and see what the next hints from Disney and rumors mill involve.

Canada's Wonderland- Wonder Mountain's Guardian goes to the Zombies!

Canada's Wonderland gives 'Wonder Mountain's Guardian' over to the Zombies!

 Confirmed today by Canada's Wonderland, the beauty of their new 4D attraction, Wonder Mountian's Guardian, is showing up for Halloween Haunt!

 For the Halloween Season at Canada's Wonderland the popular dark ride, Wonder Mountain's Guardian, will be changing format. Moving the ride into an interactive 4D dark ride featuring everyone's favorite video game past-time, killing zombies!  The park has been bragging that this will likely be a season thing, with the ride changing 'versions' as often as needed to keep it fresh and attractive to guests.

 We're just seeing the opening shot, so to speak!
 You can read more about "Zombies!" by visiting the website- Canada's Wonderland 
 You can also check out all the details and events for Halloween Haunt by checking- Halloween Haunt at Canada's Wonderland

Cedar Point- Mantis Being "Squashed".

Cedar Point- Breaking News, 'Mantis' Coaster at Cedar Point Being "Squashed"?!

Well, looks like rumors from Cedar Point might be true.

In a surprise announcement, Cedar Point stated that the Stand-Up Roller Coaster 'Mantis' will be 'squashed' in 2015. Now, no one is sure what exactly this means. Will the ride be entirely removed for the park or will is be receiving new trails, turning the ride into a 'floorless' roller coaster?
Some speculation also exists that the ride could be entirely re-named for a bet Cedar Point made to LeBron James, stating if he came back to the Cleveland Cavaliers, they would rename a roller coaster for him. 

Your last chance to ride Mantis will be October 19th, 2014.

There is still no word about the much rumored 'Dark Ride' which others believe the park has been hinting at for years.

Busch Gardens Tampa- Falcon's Fury Now Open

Busch Gardens Tampa Officially Opens "Falcon's Fury".

 Good News, Busch Gardens Tampa did make their "Summer 2014" deadline with Falcon's Fury.

 The new and unique drop tower attraction at Busch Gardens Tampa has been deemed officially open to the public. While the park seems to have opted not to reschedule the rides media day event, guests can experience the new ride during the parks normal operating hours.

 The ride has been is 'soft open' for a little over three weeks, allowing the park to work out any problems.

Trip Report and News Update- Conneaut Lake Park

 News Update and Trip Report for Conneaut Lake Park.

 Honestly, when we headed on Conneaut Lake Park it was with intentions to bring the park more to the attention of people. To remind them this great little place still existed but with recent news and the state of the park in general.. I won't be doing that.


 Unlike our normal 'Park Reviews' which rate and review the various qualities and perks of amusement parks and theme parks, a 'Trip Review' is simply a statement of what we found and what we did.  This decision wasn't easy and I've mulled it over for weeks now, knowing the many problems Conneaut Lake Park has (and is still going through) I know I can see the effort and beauty there, others may not. Rather then damage the park, this is the reason for simply a report.

 This choice was in no way swayed by the park but is my own. All opinions and views are my own and not those of the park, we where not invited nor did the park know we where present.

 One thing you need to understand before continuing is that Conneaut Lake Park is in trouble. Big trouble. Run into the ground by a corrupt board of trustees, the place isn't in good repair but they've made due with what they can. Their deeply in debt with back-taxes and the state of the park isn't good. As of mid-August, the county isn't even willing to give the park a chance to come back. They simply want to put the park under Sheriff Sale, get their money and run. No matter the history, memories or the change this could be a great little park again. The all powerful dollar speaks. 

(Keep reading for more information, reporting and news about Conneaut Lake Park)

Kentucky Kingdom- 2015 Expansion/Reopening List.

Kentucky Kingdom Announces the 2015 Expansion/Re-Opening Rides list.

 It's well known that Kentucky Kingdom has struggled to re-build a park left in neglect and nearly ruin from when Six Flags abandoned it.  While they did re-open in 2014, it wasn't with a full amusement park at their disposal. The clean-up and re-building has taken some time but each season more is getting done!

 For 2015, Kentucky Kingdom has announced that they will re-open 'Raging Rapids Ride', the roller coaster 'T2' which will now be renamed 'T3' as well as the 5,000 seat Amphitheater. While to some this may not seem like much, it's a big step in the right direction for this park.