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Very impressed with this. Sums up the compassion that makes the Mack family stand out. Good old Roland and Co. ?

Popped into adventure island for a quick ride on Rage today. Believe it or not, but it’s my first coaster of 2018 - I would be embarrassed if I didn’t have the excuse of GCSE’s! Anyway, we soon noticed that a crow had nested at the top of Rage’s loop. Every time a vehicle did the inversion, the crow would hastily fly off the track - only to return moments later...

Latest update from lord Mack:

This is very disappointing. Carter’s steam fair goes to a park which is literally meters outside my house. Walking across to ride the divebomber and get some candy floss (but not in the other order ?) has been one of life’s greatest pleasures for the past 6 or 7 years.

Darn. Micheal Mack’s saying all of Norway and Batavia are ruined. Really hope the fire is now contained and everyone is safe. It’s worth noting that there’s a lot of backstage buildings in this area - responsible for housing props, costumes and all sorts of valuables for Europa Park. On a personal note, I loved Pirates In Batavia, easily the second best dark ride in the park. Yes, It was stale, but it oozed charm that I fell in love with. I rode four times in two days and regretted none of that half an hour spent in a stuffy dated building. The music was perfect too. Thankfully, it looks like there’s been minimal injuries and the park have dealt with the fire well so far. Yet, I can’t help feel that this will significantly hinder the Park’s development over the next years. It seems particularly sad considering Icon has just opened. One step forward, two steps back.

Oyoyyyy

Here’s some concept art of the ride’s trains to keep you happy: (Taron restraints = happiness)

It’s no looker. The supports, the shaping, the colour scheme.... Still very excited for this project however.

I don’t think I’ve ever agreed with something this much on TPM before. Toverland are clearly giving Energylandia paint envy.

These are very intriguing rankings. I’ve only ridden Wodan of the 4 mentioned, but I kind of thought it would be Wicker < Draak < Wodan < Troy. Good to hear anyway, Wodan was too aggressive for my tastes so I’m looking forward to trying a more gentle GCI.

Every day it grows, good to see that progress is being made. But why is it black? Just why?

I didn’t quite realise how large this retheme would be... Europa certainly don’t do things by halves!

https://t.co/C5bY9ZnU2f It’s that time of year again...

3 in a row is a first for me, but oh well - I’m really feeling the love for EP. Anyway, Micheal Mack has tweeted these pictures showing sample props for the CanCan coaster. It’s looking very Parisian!

Double post whoops! Europa have released this very nice little promotional video for the new Jim Button ride. It’s very sweet and sets the tone of this attraction well IMO. (I’ve linked both the French and German language versions because I’m very extra)

I’m with you. They were unknown to me before my trip to Europa Park, but I was amazed by the efficiency of such a simple system. No staff members to accuse of mishandling ones belongings; which I’m sure would be useful with BPB’s clientele... (Very unrelated, but it’s a shame that Arthur’s baggage system hasn’t been used more - it was so very effective.) Icon looks great though.

Poor quality Hyperion pics shamelessly stolen from some guy over at CoasterForce: (Is this meant to open in the summer; because I really can’t see that happening?)

I thought this news (or just the acquisition of the IP) was known for quite some time but it was clearly just rumours until now. Also worth noting that a Jim Knopf film will be released this year - increasing the relevance of this retheme. Anyhow, 3 rethemes in the France area is very impressive, it’s just a shame they didn’t put this investment into the awful English area.

EP have officially announced the transformation of Old 99 into... ‘Jim Button - Journey Through Morrowland’ The retheme was already known but it’s nice to receive a logo and an overhead plan of the attraction. EP are surely the best at rejuvenating old attractions when it’s not really necessary - Old 99 did look a bit tatty however. (Also +100 for choosing an IP promoting inclusivity and racial equality!)

My thoughts exactly. I left a spiteful comment on YouTube because of his lack of knowledge/interest. A great advert for British enthusiasts... Tussaud’s should really think about building a Willy Wonka ride to compete with Universal London.

Yeah I did thoroughly enjoy Science of Thrills - without its scenes of Europa Park, I doubt I’d have been able to visit last April. It really pursuaded my parents and also meant that they understood my obsession a bit more. The science was weak but it’s always nice to see theme parks on TV.

Just to interrupt the Baron’s streak... Energylandia have announced that they plan to build some on site accommodation. “Western camp” will feature teepees, cabins and (a) restaurant(s). Looks good, but a proper hotel always appeals so much more to me than a holiday village type thing. This really shows their ambition for the future though: https://t.co/8t3Ya4UVrH

If you are confusion, I’m disappointment. Every investment opposes the last one - there’s no direction, no purpose and no hope for Thorpe’s future under Merlin.

Pics released by Towers; taken off Towersstreet’s twitter. Now this looks beautiful... but it’s a real shame the park closes in daylight for the majority of the season. #extendthosehours The third picture is just gorgeous - Edward Woodward would approve. (Edit: The resolution isn’t great - use this link to view them in higher quality https://www.google.co.uk/amp/s/www.stokesentinel.co.uk/whats-on/alton-towers-releases-first-images-1217618.amp)

Karls Erlebnis-Dorf, a small rural amusement park near Berlin, have announced their investment for 2018... “K2 - Potato Adventure World” There’s a moderate sized coaster which actually looks very fun and cute, but I’m mainly just pleased that potato appreciation in the theme park world isn’t just restricted to Ireland anymore. Its an ABC rides tube coaster, seating 8 I believe: https://rcdb.com/15490.htm