Archive For 2017

Six Flags America to Debut Bigger, Better, Wetter Wahoo River

By | August 31, 2017

UPPER MARLBORO, Md.  — Six Flags America, The Nation’s Capital of Thrills, today announced that it will debut Wahoo River, an all-new action-packed river adventure, in its water park for the 2018 season. “Six Flags is recognized for its unparalleled collection of the most innovative rides and attractions in the industry. Wahoo River boasts a myriad […]

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New Record Breaking Coaster to Debut at Six Flags Great America

By | August 31, 2017

GURNEE, Ill. — Six Flags Great America, the Thrill Capital of the Midwest, has an announcement of epic proportions. Coming in 2018 is the world’s largest loop coaster. This world-record breaking attraction will take riders forward and backward on a gigantic loop before suspending them completely upside down for plenty of wicked hang-time. “Six Flags continues […]

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Six Flags Over Georgia to Debut Twisted Cyclone Hybrid Roller Coaster — Wood and Steel Thrill Coming in 2018

By | August 31, 2017

AUSTELL, Ga. —  Six Flags Over Georgia—the Thrill Capital of the South—today announced the all-new Twisted Cyclone hybrid roller coaster will arrive in 2018. Twisted Cyclone will offer guests the best of both worlds—a classic wooden structure combined with a modern, steel track for multiple inversions and a smoother, more thrilling riding experience. “Six Flags was the first in […]

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World’s Tallest Pendulum Ride, CraZanity, at Six Flags Magic Mountain in 2018 – Now 365 Days of Thrills

By | August 31, 2017

LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Six Flags Magic Mountain, the undisputed “Thrill Capital of the World,” today unveiled plans for a crazy fun 2018 when CraZanity, the world’s tallest pendulum ride, makes its debut in late spring. At a record-breaking 17-stories in the air, this impressive giant disk will reach speeds up to 75-miles-per-hour, as it […]

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DC Super Hero CYBORG Themed Ride Coming in 2018 — First-of-its-Kind Thrill Ride to Debut at Six Flags Great Adventure

By | August 31, 2017

JACKSON, N.J. — Six Flags Great Adventure, in partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, today announced that it will premiere the world’s first thrill ride themed to the DC Super Hero CYBORG in 2018. Inspired by the movement of a gyroscope, CYBORG Cyber Spin will deliver an unrelenting and intense anti-gravity experience as […]

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Houston-area parks and attractions provide status updates

By | August 28, 2017

HOUSTON, Texas — Floodwaters were continuing to rise in this city on Monday, Aug. 28, and some re-strengthening of Tropical Storm Harvey was expected as it moved back over the Gulf of Mexico. The storm also was expected to move slowly and erratically over the southern part of the state into Labor Day weekend. Supplementing […]

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Texas Gulf region parks, attractions announce post-hurricane closures

By | August 27, 2017

HOUSTON, Texas — With floodwaters rising in this city and the surrounding region following the Friday night landfall of Hurricane Harvey, theme parks, amusement parks, water parks and other attractions west and south announced closures on Sunday. Some additionally indicated uncertain schedules through the Labor Day holiday weekend as rainfall from the tropical storm was […]

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UPDATE: Schlitterbahn – Hurricane Harvey Is In Town

By | August 25, 2017

UPDATE: Schlitterbahn New Braunfels Will Not Open During the Week. Schlitterbahn New Braunfels location will not open during the week as previously scheduled due to rains brought on by Hurricane Harvey. The park will, however, open for Labor Day Weekend. Guests are encouraged to visit Schlitterbahn.com for information on all park schedules prior to travel. […]

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Legoland California Resort introduces a new ride in 2018, single largest investment yet for a Legoland park

By | August 24, 2017

CARLSBAD, Calif. – Legoland California Resort’s General Manager Peter Ronchetti announced at today’s press conference that 2018 will be a year of enormous growth! In January, a new 4-D movie launches, followed by the opening of Legoland Castle Hotel in the spring and, just announced, LEGO City Deep Sea Adventure submarine ride is opening in […]

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DNP Introduces WPS Pro Wireless Print Server

By | August 24, 2017

CONCORD, N.C. — DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (DNP IAM) today introduced the new WPS Pro Wireless Print Server. Designed exclusively for DNP’s award-winning DS40, DS80, DS620A, DS-RX1HS and DS820A dye-sublimation printers, the WPS Pro enables direct printing from Wi-Fi enabled capture devices without the need for cables, memory cards, or an internet connection. The WPS Pro […]

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