Theme Parks/Amusement Parks

Especially for families, amusement parks the world over are a big part of vacations. Cutting-edge and old-fashioned, corporate behemoths to modest mom-and-pops - that's our focus here.

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5 of the world´s best theme parks without rides

Ghibli Park Some of the most memorable theme parks in the world have nothing to do with rides. These parks are built around atmosphere, storytelling, and immersion — places where the pleasure comes from wandering, observing, and letting a setting unfold at human speed, and They suggest a different idea of what a theme park can be: not a collection of thrills, but a carefully designed reality, and they reward curiosity, patience, and attention, and they stay with you long after you leave.read…

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Busch Gardens in ´6 of Virginia´s Top Destinations´

BuschGardens.com Just five miles southeast of Colonial Williamsburg (see below), this 42-acre amusement park is divided into ten “villages” inspired by a a half dozen European countries/cultures. Just a sampling: in Banbury Cross (representing England,), you can catch a show in a replica of Shakespeare´s Globe Theatre. Aquitaine, themed after Belle-Époque France, has among other things the Griffon roller coaster, with a 205-foot drop and speeds up to 75 miles per hour. Down beer and Teutonic…

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4 of the world´s top roller coasters

If you're an amusement park geek, you've probably mused at some point about what makes one roller coaster better than others. You've tried to answer this question logically with various rankings and lists, but they just don't gel, because roller coasters are very subjective. Two coaster enthusiasts could experience the same ride and come away with entirely different opinions on its quality. So how do we really know what the best roller coaster in the world is? read post

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Walt Disney World in 'Travel Companies Taking the Lead in Environmental Protection'

As Daniel and Martha Everett and their two children enjoyed a trip to Florida's Walt Disney World, their focus was on entertainment and excitement rather than the environment. And when Barbara and Andy Allen checked into a Boston hotel, they wanted to fit as many sights as possible into their two-day visit. They gave little thought to how their stay might impact the ecosystem. But...read post

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Ed Wetschler May 16, 2012 at 10:41pm

One of our members is seeking resort recommendations in Orlando. If you can help, please click on this link to our Ask A Travel Pro forum.

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Tripatini December 30, 2011 at 6:08pm

Thinking Orlando/Central Florida in the coming months? Check out the report on the new Legoland, now in our blog!
Ed Wetschler October 25, 2011 at 9:30pm

Trick or treat? The link to "World's Best Theme-Park Halloween Parties" has changed. Regardless, you're gonna love the author's choices.

http://www.tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/world-s-best-theme-park-hal...
Darryl Musick September 16, 2011 at 6:26pm

From the Los Angeles Times: "Riders take one last spin on Newport Beach carousel" - a classic and historic carousel will soon become a visitor's patio for a local museum. To see more about Newport Beach and the Fun Zone, check out our current report at The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/64s3uyj
David Hyland August 4, 2011 at 9:24am

IzonOrlando, America's first hyperlocal video network, is now showing the "Theme Parks" episode on the Visit Orlando channel. Take a look at a major reason why over 50 million visitors have made Orlando the most visited destination in the USA.

http://www.izonorlando.com/
Vincent Russo May 10, 2011 at 9:59pm

David -- I didnt know about this and I live in florida. This is a good thing.
David Hyland May 10, 2011 at 4:20pm

Fantasy of Flight, Central Florida's premier aviation attraction is offering free admission to all military personnel, active or retired, during May in celebration of National Military Appreciation Month.Special events are scheduled during May as well as throughout the year. http://www.fantasyofflight.com
Darryl Musick December 8, 2010 at 5:10pm

Continuing with this week's theme of Southern California's Inland Empire on The World on Wheels, today we take a quick look at the IE's amusement parks: http://tinyurl.com/2bltuom

The World on Wheels

An ongoing adventure of travel and living while using a wheelchair. Tim has been disabled from birth. Darryl is his father and caregiver who travel…
David Hyland November 26, 2010 at 2:39pm

Rare vintage aircraft will take to the air Thanksgiving weekend as Fantasy of Flight in Polk City, Florida celebrates its 15th anniversary.

Aviation and history buffs will get to see historic aircraft in actual flight according to the following schedule:

Friday. Nov. 26
11 a.m. -- Piper L-4
noon -- Nord Stampe
1 p.m. -- Stinson Tri-Motor
2 p.m. -- Grumman TBM
3 p.m. -- Grumman Wildcat
Saturday, Nov. 27
11 a.m. -- Bucker Bestmann
noon -- Polikarpov Po-2
1 p.m. -- Ford Tri-Motor
2 p.m. -- Grumman Duck
3 p.m. -- North American P-51C
Sunday, Nov. 28
11 a.m. -- Fiesler Storch
noon -- Avro Cadet
1 p.m. -- Travelair 4000
2 p.m. -- North American AT-6
3 p.m. -- North American P-51D

In appreciation of 15 years of support, Fantasy of Flight will be surprising guests with giveaways, prizes and more this weekend, as well as throughout the anniversary year.

For ticket info call 863-984-3500 or visit fantasyofflight.com
Darryl Musick November 24, 2010 at 12:09am

Free admission to Knott's Berry Farm in Buena Park, CA...for law enforcment and fire fighting personnel. Includes prosecutor's office employees, forest service, and support staff. Also, free admission for State and L.A. County social services employees. 2 free admissions per photo ID, up to six more for $15 each. Thanksgiving through Dec. 19, 2010. For more info, call Knott's at (714) 220-5200.