Thailand September 14, 2024 Thai zoo implements time limit to visit viral hippo Moo Deng A zoo in Thailand was forced to implement a time limit after visitors arrived en masse hoping to see Moo Deng, a baby pygmy hippo who has experienced viral fame.
TRAVEL September 11, 2024 Florida's forgotten theme park from 1938 welcomes tourists despite popular competition A forgotten Florida theme park has been educating visitors about marine life for 86 years and spawned a town of the same name that engulfed it. Marineland still welcomes tourists today.
New York City August 25, 2024 Famous, nearly 100-year-old Coney Island roller coaster shut down after malfunction The Cyclone roller coaster at Coney Island in New York City was shut down indefinitely this week after experiencing a malfunction that forced operators to turn it off mid-ride.
Theme Parks August 24, 2024 'Top Thrill 2' roller coaster at Cedar Point will not reopen this season Top Thrill 2 will not reopen in 2024, operating for just days before its sudden "extended closure" in May 2024. Cedar Point expressed a "sincere apology" for the closure.
Florida August 15, 2024 Intricacies of St Augustine, the oldest city in the United States The oldest city in the United States can be found in the Sunshine State. St. Augustine is the city known as America's oldest, dating back to its foundation in 1565.
Theme Parks August 4, 2024 Record-breaking roller coasters that are the highest, fastest, longest, steepest, most expensive in the US In terms of records, Kingda Ka is one of the most impressive roller coasters in the country. Read about Kingda Ka and more record-breaking coasters in the U.S.
Theme Parks August 2, 2024 Coney Island Cyclone roller coaster, world-famous, is still 'thriving': Here are 5 fun facts The Coney Island Cyclone, which first dazzled riders in 1927, has withstood the test of time and cemented itself as a roller coaster legend in the United States. Here are 5 fun facts.
Theme Parks July 26, 2024 Disney Matterhorn Bobsleds inspired by Swiss Alps jewel, plus more fun rollercoaster facts Disneyland's Matterhorn Bobsleds made history when it opened 65 years ago. As the first known roller coaster with a steel tubular track, it set the stage for a new era in theme park rides.
TRAVEL July 24, 2024 Free waterfront festival, Oswego Harborfest, to celebrate its 35th year this weekend Oswego, New York's Harborfest is back for a 35th year this week with the same promise of free family fun and entertainment since its start in 1988. Here are details.
LIFESTYLE July 23, 2024 Healthy food items for the whole family at major theme parks, according to nutritionists What are the healthiest meal options to eat while enjoying a day at the theme park? Dietitians weighed in on the do's and don'ts for your next summer fun day.
Theme Parks July 17, 2024 Arizona mom recalls horror after she says daughter’s strap malfunctioned on ride at SeaWorld San Diego An Arizona mom said she and her daughter were terrified when a strap on her daughter's seat came loose while they were riding the Electric Eel roller coaster at SeaWorld San Diego.