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Green Lantern First Flight

Corey — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 02:33:12 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain- Green Lantern & DC Universe

Jay Jay — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:06:31 +0000

On July 1^stSix Flags Magic Mountain in Valencia California, will be unveiling their newest themed area, DC Universe as well as opening their 18^throller coaster, Green Lantern First Flight. ThemeParkSource was cordially invited to attend the Press and Media Preview on June 30^thand we definitely showed up lock, loaded and ready to cover this epic event. The event began with the drop curtain unveiling of the newly themed area, DC UNIVERSE. Upon curtain drop press was lead into DC UNIVERSE by Justice League super heroes . The new DC UNIVERSE features newly themed rides, branded merchandise and specialty food. As guests enter the grand portal, they’re greeted by a bright and colorful comic-book-inspired world, featuring WONDER WOMAN Lasso of Truth, where riders twirl high in the air plastered to the wall at a 45-degree angle;

Magic Mountain- DC Universe & Green Lantern

Green Lantern First Flight

San Diego SeaWorld: Turtle Reef Preview

Jay Jay — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 16:03:24 +0000

Here's a sneak peak of the new San Diego SeaWorld attraction Turtle Reef, scheduled to open this summer June 18th.

Mickey's Soundsational Parade

Corey — Sat, 28 May 2011 20:36:15 +0000

Video of Mickey's Soundsational Parade filmed on Thursday 5/26/11 during early preview release.

Disneyland: Mickey's Soundsational Parade

Jay Jay — Sat, 28 May 2011 06:48:47 +0000

Imagine a collection of drums and musical instruments, a huge group of your favorite Disney Characters and a vat of brightly colored paint. Now put them together and what have you got, Disneyland’s newest musical spectacular Mickey’s Soundsational Parade. Disneyland treated their guests to a “soft opening” preview of their highly anticipated parade on Thursday and judging by the crowds on Main Street, the parks fans made a point to come out and get a glimpse of Disney’s newest creation.

Mickey’s Soundsational Parade takes us back to the more traditional Disney magic that its predecessor, Celebrate A Street Party had courageously ventured away from. This parade invokes that happy child in all of us to escape ourselves in an outward display of dance and celebration, while waving down the attention of our most cherished childhood celebrities such as Mickey Mouse, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald and some of the heroes and princesses that Disney has given to us through out the years.

Mickey's Soundsational Parade

Little Mermaid Meet-up

Jay Jay — Tue, 17 May 2011 06:25:12 +0000

On April 23^rd Disney fans were given the opportunity to enter for a chance to participate in the Little Mermaid Meet-up, where if selected they would be among an exclusive group to attend a star studded panel discussion between legendary Disney animators and Imagineers. TPS was more than ecstatic when we received our invitation to attend and participate in this event, which took place on Tuesday May 10th. The event itself was rather intimate, with around 300-400 in attendance. There may have been more or less but the event was coordinated so well that there was really no way of noticing.

Universal Studios Hollywood / Universal City Walk: Date Night

Corey — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 22:48:19 +0000

It’s a night on the town! And that town is Hollywood on this theme park date. As before with Date Night Disneyland, I’ll be taking you through an evening's entertainment for you and that special someone, so here we go.

First, we need to eat. I’m personally a fan of sushi so I always hit up Wasabi, a top-notch sushi and Japanese restaurant. I recommend sitting on the patio; it’s heated and the service is good, so you don’t have to worry about being forgotten about.

Disneyland:Around the Park 4/14/2011

Jay Jay — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 16:32:37 +0000

Another hustly, bustly, spring break day at Disneyland. Almost all entry gates open and still a little bit of a line formed at each turnstile. After stepping past the entry gate and into the park, the sun strangely got much brighter and the blue skies morning battle with the clouds and fog began to show promise of its ultimate victory. Main Street consistently looked ready to bust at the seams for most of the day.

On such a crowd induced day, enjoying attractions was not a priority for this weeks park update. Instead I focused more on a visual discovery and appreciation for the sights and beauty that induce the magic. Only a few noticeable changes in the park that need to be noted this week.

Disneyland:Around the Park 4/14/2011

Details of Disneyland:New Orleans Square Part 1

Corey — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 23:39:01 +0000

A completely unique area to Disneyland Anaheim, New Orleans Square is a recreation of New Orleans, Louisiana during the late 18th to early 19th centuries. It's quaint streets and quiet patios also make it the perfect buffer between the stark contrast of Frontierland and Adventureland, and the lush greenery of Critter Country. Famously, Disneyland’s New Orleans Square is home to the original Pirates of the Caribbean attraction and Haunted Mansion, two staples of the Disney attraction catalog. Today we're going to look at some details of this charming area that make the experience complete.

Disneyland's New Orleans Square

Goliath

G-Man — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 04:55:41 +0000

Six Flags Magic Mountain is home to the top thrill rides in the country. My personal favorite Mega Coaster in this park is Goliath. Goliath was built by, Giovanola and B&M in the year 2000 and holds the record for the highest drop at 255ft at top speeds of 85mph making it the best adrenaline-pumping ride in the park. Located in the front of the park, adjacent to and towering over the mighty Colossus, Goliath provides one of the most beautiful views of the park at its highest peak before dropping at an unbelievable height.

Lets begin our ride, shall we?

Goliath