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If your voting on the grounds of breaking coat hangers whilst re-enacting the dance of thriller, my Oakwood anarchy, making random vids of the whole 'back seat anarchist' thing I'm your man!Whether I continue to own the awards again this year is up to everyone!

From what I'm aware, Thorpe have actually been suffering pretty badly on the guest numbers for a long time, essentially still so since 2012 time, Thorpe's numbers haven't been great and though in 2013 & 2014 they went up, they were still not to the levels of the pre 2011 days where despite the horrid mess of Storm Surge appearing, was around when the park was in it's peak [in many ways]. Apparently Thorpe's numbers were down quite badly this year before Smiler even happened. Part of me thinks Thorpe will be hit just as badly as Towers, if not a little more as a result. Legoland is the only park doing very well right now [though Chessington isn't doing bad [at least visitor wise], but I wouldn't be surprised to see cuts implemented there too. Unless Derren Brown is an overwhelming success, I fear 2016 could be a disapointing year and one that will take use back to the epitome DIC 2004 days.

The sadest aspect is, there will be more Wildest Ride In ThecWilderness to Hear, at least on this side of the Atlantic. Loggers leap was one of my childhood rides, I just hope it gets the live it deserves now as its almost 30 now. A BTM style refurb would be nice but is unlikely. Hopefully thorpe's 2016 season won't be like Chessie's 2013 season m (Derren Brown better be good).

http://weheartit.com/entry/group/2664252 This years results will be interesting but I feel there's much competition this year.

A disused warehouse? Yay for originality! Because rundown places are better than train stations & theatre places

This tunnel inside me is empty. The evidence seems to build.

2016 hmmmm, Repainted Colossus, Rumba Rapids refurbished Canada Creek reopened Tidal Wave fire is back Top Spin Slammer is closed Loggers Leap 'actually' has a brand new tunnel Vengeance is built in Pirates Not like these ideas aren't original In all seriousness though, I don't think there will be many changes aside from WC16 tbh (please prove me wrong)!

Thorpe -7 Chessie -4 Legoland -4 Disney Land Paris-4 Efteling-2 Pleasure Wood Hills Great Yarmouth PB Blackpool PB Joy land Oakwood Adventure Island Alton Towers 0.5 Most likely my best year yet (at least on the quality & range of parks done). Didn't visit Thorpe aw much this year (somewhat didn't seem to have the pull it did the last few years), however managed more visits to Legoland & Chessie (how!) though. Visited a total of 5 new parks, DLP, Efteling, PWH, GYPB & Joy Land amongst return trips to Oakwood & AI. Unfortunately due to timing it to the worst possible weekend, I never managed a proper visit to Towers due to the Smiler crash meaning I only got half a towers cred this year (looking around the hotels & golf). Luckily got Blackpool instead really. Still got Legoland Christmas, Winter Wonderland & another round of midways before 2016 arrives hopefully. 2016 shall hopefully bring on a year just as if not more exciting than this years, MC16.

I'm not expecting Loggers to go anywhere yet, however should it be receiving a major refurbishment next year, I will expect it to shut down in September time [which would make more sense considering it gets colder an darker then]. Slammer & X might be going [however the latter seems unlikely].

I'm addicted to coffee now!

Offended people offend me. That vile slackfish has essentially murdered the park, at least for the Orca's in which soon there will be none left, Black fish is one of the worst things to ever exist. Least the new rides sound interesting especially the dark rides. Hopefully the park get through this.

Ouch! that's herfty. Feel sorry for the 190 that lose their jobs. Some people aren't going to have a good Christmas this year. Wonder whether it will effect seasonal or permanent jobs or both?

Ravelijin was amazing Jack! Definitely my favourite show I've ever seen at a theme park [that doesn't involve fountains or projections]. Basically I liked most of the rides there, the only ones I didn't really like was Monseur Cannibal as it was so difficult to make the things spin. Pyphon was ok but rather dull as was Villa Volta, but is not a patch on Hex.

I'll be there and am inerested in Secret Santa too.

It's that time again to update my top 10 (especially after visiting an amazing park outside the Uk). Roller Coasters 1/ Nemesis 2/ The Swarm 3/ Joris De Draak- (new to the list) a smooth yet forceful fun ride makes for great things in addition to the heavily immersive theme,soundtrack and small touches such as the winning flags. 4/ Megafobia 5/ Thunder Mountain 6/ Thirteen 7/ Baron 1898- impressive theming and story can make a good ride a great one. 8/ Air 9/ Speed 10/ Space Moubtain DLP Off the list Rock N Roller coaster- Space Mountain is better Grand National- as much as like it Joris is much better plus the ride can be rough and operations leave a lot to be desired. Dark Rides 1/ Tower Of Terror 2/ Pirates of the Caribbean DLP 3/ Hex 4/ Valhalla 5/ Fate Morgana- this is a fantastic variation of the Pirates concept, the theming, music, everything is top notch. 6/ Ratatouille 7/ Droomvlucht- high quality again with excellent quality and everything. 8/ Crush 9/ Vogel Rock- such a Loverly ride, a bit like space mountain without loops. 10/ Duel Off the list Star Tours- needs an update Wallace & Gromit- the pacing is rather jarring (as much as I like this ride). Bubble works- Merlin Top 10 water rides 1/ Valhalla 2/ Flying Dutchman (Efteling) 3/ Pirana Rapids 4/ Congo River Rapids 5/ Drenched 6/ Loggers Leap 7/ Pirate Falls 8/ Tidal Wave 9/ Viking River Splash 10/ Dragon Falls Top 10 parks (visited) 1/ Disneyland Paris 2/ Efteling 3/ Alton Towers 4/ Thorpe Park 5/ Blackpool Pleasure Beach 6/ Legoland Windsor 7/ Chessington 8/ Oakwood 9/ Asventure Island 10/ Tivoli World Needs more Europa mcxvi

Just finished my 2nd and final day at Efteling, I think I live this park even more now. Fairy Tale Forest- full of massive charm and interaction, especially enjoyed the giant tree, water lily and troll King fairytales and the rest two were very good. The Soookes Jebbes show was interesting to watch (though definitely aimed at kids). Spent around 2 hours here which wasn't difficult (can see what people mean now). Spooksplot, was an interesting attraction. Certainly not my favourite but cleverly done. If you expect a show you'll be quite impressed maybe not so if you're expecting a ride. Went back to Poule's and had a sweet pancake this time, just as delicious as last time. Sadly didn't but mix as my bag is full to the brim. Baron has growed on me, very good ride definitely not my fav B&M but theming is excellent, plus at night it's amazing. Watched Aquanora again just as great as last time and a gentle soaking by water was definitely needed. Full review coming soon.

Droomvklucht I actually liked, I've never seen so much charm in a ride before like this. I'm planning to do a good look through the forest tommorow, today was mostly getting the big rides done. Flying Dutchman was also very good, amazing even and is fighting between Joris for my favourite coaster at the park. Yeah seen the mix and hoping to get some, however my main concern is, would it be legible to put in hand luggage with the 100 ML rule (gutted they've eliminated their online shop).

Yes, it's better than Alton Towers in most ways (except Hex beats Villa Volta) & they close the queues at closing). There's more atmosphere than Thorpe I must confess and parts of it remind me a little of Chessington (in its prime). DLP will likely be knocked off the top slot st some point, but not yet. After all, day 2 could well swing it.

Well Efteling today was absolutely fantastic. In summary (follow report coming soon). Baron- is good but would it not be for the pre-shows and theming it would be rather dull (need another ride or two I think). Joris- is now my favourite woodie (by a fingernail). It's so smooth yet forceful and the racing elrment only helps. Raveljan- is the best action show I've ever seen. It's faultless! Fate Morgana- is my favourite rude there currently. The theming , smells, sound and music are so immense it's near if not at Disney standard. Polle's Kitchen- absolute bliss one of the best places I've eaten at a theme park really. Anyone know how to get mix back to uk? Aquanora- is pretty much Efteling's answer to Dreams. It's amazing but dreams is still my favourite night show. Efteling is currently my 2nd favourite park. It feels so magical and full of atmosphere and the staff are very helpful, even in tricky situations. DLP is still first he to it not just bring Disney but due to the merchandise being rather dull, rides closing at closing time (instead of the queue) plus the illusion being ruined a bit at times DLP still wins. Btw thinking of doing polles again tommorow unless anyone knows of another good place to eat.

Dogs, they love you, keep you company, are loyal & faithful it to mention add a bit of security. Don't mind cats, but dogs all the way!

My, that looks fabtabulous. Need to get down Japan one day.

Yes I did miss the ride in its prime (just), though even then the fountain finale was still a lot better than what we have now which is unfortunately pretty much an empty wall with two mirror'ish other one and lights that don't give the effect near as much as it once did.

Thanks for the video, I have always had a soft spot for the Transylvania area of Chessington, and this helps it feel more-so. It's astounding how much skill, effort end creativity was placed upon this ride, from the beginning to the end. In its time it seems to come across as a game changing & revolutionary ride, where as mentioned it was one of the few original dark rides created then. There is further possibility that this could've even been close'ish to Disney standards at the time. Bubble works has always been a dark ride I've strongly enjoyed since first visiting Chessington in 2006 and this has helped me appreciate a lot more. I still remember how amazed I was when I first saw the fountain finale at the end with all the giant fountains everywhere and the impressive strobes which made it feel like you were blinking each time they occurred.

Ive heard Hartenhoff is going to be happening, but not until 2020 although it will be called something different now. Back on topic, I just hope this ride turns out to be worthwhile as the outcome could be something that is either utter,y brilliant or disappointing.