MikeyT

Can't sleep and have to be up in 6 hours. Haven't got anything ready that I need. Too tired. And round and round in circles we go..

Welsh boy is going to Orlando

Honestly though, I think it's important that everyone has something that makes them happy, it's good that people have deep interests with things because that's what makes us all different and interesting. All of us here have an interest in theme parks, whether that's specifically Thorpe or a more general interest in the industry.We all share the same interests here, we have all have something in common, yet we're not all the same. Whilst I personally wouldn't go down to Monk's Walk and drive past the park during closed season, it's people's choice whether they want to do that or not. I'm sure we've all looked at photos of people who have taken a visit, so I'm appreciative of people who have gone down there.I also think it's awesome that more people are wanting to join these forums, some of them will want to be more actively involved than others, I think it's important that we maintain a welcoming and fun environment to encourage members that perhaps don't post as much to start getting involved.

Haha Benin you beat me to it! :(Just had another look at this year's map, I actually think it's much improved, a lot greener, and the logo on the top right makes me want to eat it

Apparently there are three different ones, so hopefully!I've had many people ask me what all these little blipverts are actually about. Even my mum asked, "what are those weird flashes about.....Thirteeen? I've seen them about 10 times today!"I think it's working perfectly.

Keith is a pot who is about to meet a kettle

Well James6 looked adorable when he came and rode Rattlesnake with his Chessington uniform last year

Ahh, I love the current brand image. It feels so retro, with many nods back to the park's glory days of the 90's.

People who have rung up the hotels to book rooms who have enquired about the ride has been advised that Th13teen is subject to availability, although I'm sure they could be saying this to cover their backs as technology can be unpredictable at times, as we all know!I would imagine that they plan to open on the 20th, however from past experience things can change in a heartbeat.

I literally noticed this by luck, but on the second teaser ad with the branches, the girl from the first video appears, literally for about a millisecond. It's so creepy!And if anyone wants to watch the second blipvert, you can click HERE.

I remember press releases saying 43mph back in 2002, although the actual speed could be a different story!

WOW! I think I just died! That it sexy! Even sexier in those 5 seconds than the whole of the Hex advert. Ahhhh I think I'm in heaven!

It seriously is, myself or Mark will tell you just how awesome it is. I loved last summer when the queue was out of the entrance, with an awesome team on the platform, and literally queue busting like there was no tomorrow. And getting the whole queueline involved, talking to people on the platform, loved it!

Haha well here we have half the photos for CWoA Mania

Just to add to your awesome pics...

There's no doubt that Chessington is one of the best themed parks in the UK, full of quirkiness and beautiful design, each area transporting you all over the world.Here you can talk about anything to do with Chessington's themed areas. Got any pictures? Post them here! Shun the non believers.... shunnnnnnn.

You need to right click and select "Run as Administrator".I only know this because Marc told me this a couple of weeks ago. *Bows down*

Shot of the Hogwarts Express testing its effects, picture from Univeral's Press site.

In a geek related moment, I have successfully managed to learn the Beauty Boutique advert from WWTP Radio off by heart!Honestly I am quite proud of myself

The feeling that my head wants to explode, spraying blood and brains all over the guests below.