Universal Orlando Resort Construction Update 12.13.18 Potter, Jurassic, Pokemon, & More!Midway Mayhem2024-10-21 | Universal Orlando Resort Construction Update 12.13.18 Potter, Jurassic, Pokemon, & More!Legoland Florida Brick Or Treat Tour & Review 2024!Midway Mayhem2024-09-22 | Get ready for a spooky time at Legoland Florida's Brick-or-Treat event! Walk through the trick-or-treat paths, watch and meet exclusive LEGO® characters, try limited-time treats, and experience an all-new drone and firework display.
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***RIDE STATS*** 11 moments of airtime 45mph 2,604 feet of track 2 launches
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***RIDE STATS*** 11 moments of airtime 45mph 2,604 feet of track 2 launches
Other stats: 171 ft. tall 67 m.p.h. 7 seats across, floorless
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Designed by: Bolliger & Mabillard Coaster type: Launched Wing Tallest point: 145 feet Launch speed: 65 miles per hour Inversions: 3 (Dive loop, flat spin corkscrew, 360° raptor roll) Length: 3,086 feet Duration: 89 seconds Trains: 2 Riders per train: 20FIRST LOOK: Phoenix Rising Media Day Tour, Review, POVs, & More Update 7.16.24 WE FINALLY RIDE!Midway Mayhem2024-07-17 | Phoenix Rising at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay is now taking to the skies with happy riders, and we were finally able to catch a lap on this fantastic new family thrill coaster! Join us for a full tour of the attraction, complete with POVs & a review from Dan about what makes this new addition special!
#buschgardens #buschgardenstampa #phoenixrising #pov #themepark #rollercoasterBusch Gardens Tampa Bay Phoenix Rising / General Park Construction Update 7.13.24Midway Mayhem2024-07-15 | We're back at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for our last Phoenix Rising construction update before the ride opens up to passholders/guests later this week! Crews are putting in all the final touches with landscaping, theme work, and the entry sign is now in place! We will be on the ride tomorrow (Tuesday), so make sure you're following our socials for live updates!
#buschgardens #themepark #rollercoaster #construction #buschgardenstampa #phoenixrisingPenguin Treks First Passholder Preview Day Tour & POVs Update 7.2.24 WE RODE 60 TIMES IN ONE DAY!!!Midway Mayhem2024-07-03 | Passholder preview days are upon us finally for SeaWorld Orlando's new Penguin Trek roller coaster and we did the unthinkable by riding it 60 times on the first day! You'll get several different POV angles of the ride in this video and Dan's thoughts about the attraction as a whole after riding so many times!
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Universal Orlando unveils new Dark Universe images/videos and details!
Rides:
Monsters Unchained: The Frankenstein Experiment - Dark Ride
Curse of the Werewolf - Spinning, launched family coaster.
Food:
Das Stakehaus - kebabs, burgers, and sandwiches.
The Burning Blade Tavern - burgers, wings, bratwurst, and pretzels
De Lacey’s Cottage - cinnamon bread, ice cream, twisted taters, and more.
Other notes:
Meet the Monsters - meet the monsters of the land
Darkmoor Monster Makeup Experience - wanna look like a monster? Now you can!Universal Orlando Resort New Stuff/General Park Construction Update 6.16.24 EVERYTHING IS NEW TO ME!Midway Mayhem2024-06-19 | After an absence of more than a year, Dan recently returned to Universal Orlando Resort and there's been a lot of changes! With new attractions, shops, shows, and other exciting developments unveiled since his last visit, the resort feels like a whole new experience. Get Dan's fresh perspective and thoughts on all the latest offerings at this iconic destination!
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#buschgardens #themepark #rollercoaster #construction #testing #phoenixrisingFirst Look! NEW After-Hours Event AquaGlow at Aquatica Orlando!Midway Mayhem2024-06-09 | We had a chance to check out the all-new after-hours event, Aqua Glow, at Aquatica Orlando! It is running on select nights through August, turning the park into an awesome glow zone. Some highlights include: Roa's Rapids AMP'ED UP, Electric Tides Laser Show, and Foam Party Zone. Plus, the event also features limited wait times, delicious treats, and more glow experiences throughout the park!
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