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5 Disney Kingdoms Comics I Want to Read

February 8, 2017Sophie Brown3

The Disney Kingdoms comics so far have been wonderful; these are my top five picks for attractions I’d love to see make the leap from park to page next.

Planet Coaster: The New Standard in Theme Park Simulation

December 13, 2016Sophie Brown2

Planet Coaster is the latest offering for fans of theme park simulators, and it takes the standard to a whole new level.

Santa’s Village: Leveling Up Christmas

December 8, 2016Sarah Pinault

Santa’s Village is the perfect holiday theme park.

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Miyamoto Shares Vision for Universal Theme Parks’ Nintendo Attractions

November 30, 2016Z2

Nintendo-themed attractions are coming to Universal Studios Japan, Universal Orlando Resort, and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Alton Towers Resort, Image: Merlin Group

Alton Towers: The UK’s First VR Coaster & Rollercoaster Restaurant

September 8, 2016Sophie Brown

The introduction of Galactica, the UK’s first virtual reality rollercoaster, made eager to return to Alton Towers this summer.

Fun Things to Do With Your Family at Knott’s Berry Farm

July 26, 2016Melody Mooney1

When is the last time you were at Knott’s Berry Farm? Melody gives us a list of fun things to do with your family at the park as Ghost Town turns 75 this year.

Newest Thrill on Six Flags Coasters? Virtual Reality

March 28, 2016Corrina Lawson

Soon coming to a Six Flags near you: roller coaster rides plus virtual reality.

‘Disney Magic Kingdoms’ Brings Freemium to Theme Park Design

March 22, 2016Sophie Brown6

As someone who counts both management simulation video games, and Disney theme parks among their greatest interests, the release of the ‘Disney Magic Kingdoms’ app last week was hugely exciting for me.

Phantasialand: The Best Theme Park You've (Probably) Never Heard Of

July 18, 2015December 16, 2017Tom Fassbender2

During a routine stop on a long drive through Europe, we ended up spending a day cavorting through Phantasialand, a theme park near Brühl, Germany. We had a heck of a good time, and, if you like theme parks, this one’s definitely worth a visit during your next trip to Central Europe.

Thomas Land Revisited: It’s Bigger, But Is It Better?

June 7, 2015April 21, 2022Sophie Brown

GeekMom Sophie checks out the latest additions to Tamworth’s Drayton Manor Theme Park.

Universal Orlando Resort Is Building Volcano Bay, World’s First “Water Theme Park”

May 28, 2015Matt Blum

Universal Orlando Resort is getting a brand-new theme park, and it’s going to be wet!

King Kong Set to Return to Universal Studios Florida

May 14, 2015Tony Nunes

For theme park aficionados like myself, there is no more welcome news than the announcement that Universal Orlando Resort’s incredible Islands of Adventure is bringing King Kong back to the park for the summer of 2016.

Nintendo, Universal Parks & Resorts to Create New Theme Park Attractions

May 7, 2015Matt Blum1

It seems Universal may have found something awesome enough to rival their Harry Potter attractions!

Diagon Alley Image courtesy of Universal Orlando

Exploring the World of Harry Potter: Diagon Alley at Universal Orlando

August 22, 2014December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan2

The latest addition to the Harry Potter-themed attractions at Universal Studios Orlando is filled with the magic of the movies.

Azteca Hotel, Chessington World of Adventures © Merlin Resorts

Have A Wild Adventure at Chessington’s Azteca Hotel

August 18, 2014December 16, 2017Sophie Brown3

GeekMom Sophie previews the Azteca Hotel at Chessington World of Adventures and sees how the new hotel compares to the existing Safari Hotel.

Character Meet and Greet: Story Land NH

September 30, 2013Sarah Pinault1

Want a character experience in New England? GeekMom Sarah and her family met Winnie the Pooh at Story Land in Glen, New Hampshire.

Optimus Prime and Megatron battle it out Image courtesy of Unviersal Orlando

Transformers, Simpsons, and Minions Ohh My! — Universal Studios Orlando

September 28, 2013December 16, 2017Dakster Sullivan

Check out Universal Orlando’s newest areas, Transformers and the Simpsons and visit some older, but still awesome areas such as Despicable Me and the construction site for the Harry Potter expansion.

A Theme Park That Evolves With Your Child: Drayton Manor

September 17, 2013Sarah Pinault

What a difference a year makes. How the passing of one year for a pre-schooler can create a completely different theme park experience.

Geeky States of America: Story Land, New Hampshire

August 23, 2013Sarah Pinault1

If you are looking for a theme park in Northern New England, consider heading to Story Land in Glen NH, where fantasy lives.

Universal Orlando Announces New Harry Potter Attraction Diagon-Alley Opposite the Wizarding World

May 10, 2013Matt Blum1

Universal Studios Florida in Orlando will be getting a new Harry Potter attraction next year, to go along with The Wizarding World in Islands of Adventure. This Potter fan can’t wait!

Paramount to Give the UK a Proper Movie-Based Theme Park

October 11, 2012December 16, 2017Nathan Barry

Paramount Pictures unveil plans for a two billion-pound theme park and entertainment complex just outside London in the UK.

Should You Go to a Theme Park or a State Park?

July 19, 2012Admin

So there we were — in Orlando, Florida. Our family had arrived with one free day before our girls had to compete in a gymnastics meet. The question was: what to do? It’s Orlando so the first natural discussion was …

Minifig Madness: A Legoland Insider Tip

November 29, 2011December 16, 2017Admin

Legoland Florida had just opened for the day, and we were hot on the trail of the park’s retail manager. We had reason to believe he had the much-desired mobster minifig, and if we could find him, that minifig would …

Bewilderwood: A Different Kind of Theme Park

May 20, 2011December 16, 2017Nathan Barry

We’ve all been to theme parks based on movies. We’ve all been to theme parks inspired by toys. There are some built around both. Others are taken from the pages of books. There are rides that have spawned all of …

The Big School Countdown Continues…

October 7, 2010Nathan Barry

In the first part of our Countdown to Big School, my daughter and I covered Art and Science, and in part two we’ll be looking at Biology and History… London’s Natural History Museum is a truly amazing place. The building …

A GeekDad’s 10 Disney World Observations

September 7, 2010December 16, 2017Brad Moon

Like other GeekDad contributors, I spent some time at Walt Disney World this summer; in fact, we just returned a few days ago after spending 14 nights at Disney’s Port Orleans resort (if that sounds excessive, it’s hard to justify …

Summer Vacation Reviewed: GeekDad Visits Canada’s Wonderland

July 1, 2010Brad Moon

My wife and I took the kids to Canada’s Wonderland last weekend to kickstart the summer vacation season. I was a little worried about how this was going to turn out. Wonderland is located just a few minutes north of …

GeekDad Puzzle Of The Week: Rides At Legoland

June 7, 2010Dave Banks

Today marks the 42nd anniversary of Legoland, that lovely theme park based on bricks, so it makes sense to have it be our theme for this week’s puzzle. Solve the head-scratcher below and E-mail your solution by Friday night at …

Disneyland: A Great Destination For All Generations

March 8, 2010Jenny Bristol

I had been pretty neutral on all things Disney while I was growing up, and as a young adult I didn’t seek out any Disney entertainment. I had been to Disney World once when I was eight or nine, but …

Take Your Next Vacation at Robot Land

February 17, 2010December 16, 2017Kevin Makice

This year’s Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees was all excited to go to Disneyland. In a few years, though, all the cool quarterbacks could be heading to Robot Land.

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