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25 of the wildest, most heart-pumping theme park rides in the US
Whether you're an adrenaline junkie or a casual coaster fan, there are exciting rides to experience at theme parks across America. From brand-new roller coasters like the Wonder Woman Golden Lasso...
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THEN AND NOW: Photos that show how much amusement parks have changed
Since the 19th century, people have flocked to amusement parks for thrills and family-friendly entertainment. Getting dolled up, rickety roller coasters, and cheap tickets encompassed the experience of...
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The 20 best amusement and water parks in the US, according to travelers
TripAdvisor recently announced the winners of its Travelers' Choice awards in the amusement and water park categories.The travel planning and booking site based its findings on an algorithm that...
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10 depressing photos of amusement parks in the winter
September is quickly approaching, which can only mean one thing — summer is over. And with summer ending, it's the perfect time to get in all those last-minute warm weather activities you'll miss, like...
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15 amazing amusement parks from around the world
Beyond the magic of Disney, the world is filled with theme parks, big and small. There are parks that are dedicated to death-defying roller coasters and ones that celebrate the local culture.Here is...
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10 of the best under-the-radar amusement parks in the US
Some lesser-known amusement parks offer some truly memorable adventures. Knott's Berry Farm in California and Cedar Point in Ohio both offer rides for thrill-seekers. Kennywood and King's Island have...
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The 12 best amusement parks in the US that aren't Disney
There are amusement parks all over the country that are great — and cheaper — alternatives to Disney parks.Cedar Point in Ohio, Silver Dollar City in Missouri, and Dollywood in Tennessee have thrilling...
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THEN AND NOW: What 8 abandoned amusement parks looked like before they became...
Some abandoned amusement parks still contain spooky remnants of attractions.The Upstream Plunge pool at an abandoned Disney water park has been drained and filled with cement.Six Flags New Orleans...
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Fans said they waited more than 10 hours in line for the new 'Harry Potter'...
Fans waited for hours to board the newest ride at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter on opening day.It's called Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike and involves riding on a rollercoaster that looks...
View ArticleWhat would happen if you ride a roller coaster as tall as the Burj Khalifa
Kingda Ka is the tallest roller coaster in the world. At 139 meters, it's nearly the height of the Great Pyramid of Giza.But what if someone built a roller coaster as tall as the Burj Khalifa, the...
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Here's how much money you'd make working at an American amusement park
The middle of summer means trips to the amusement park for many American families.According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, amusement parks and arcades employ workers in a variety of...
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11 amusement parks around the US that go all-out for Halloween
Amusement parks around the US have special ways of celebrating the Halloween season. Disney parks in California and Florida dress their classic characters in seasonal costumes and feature events and...
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Six Flags will pay couples $600 to lie in a coffin together for 30 hours...
Last year, Six Flags paid people $600 to lie in a coffin for 30 hours.The amusement park is bringing back the challenge, but this time around it's asking couples to put their relationship to the...
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Vintage postcards of San Francisco reveal the city's early cable cars,...
Vintage postcards of San Francisco from the last 150 years reveal the city's history from a unique perspective.The images show how San Francisco's population skyrocketed during the Gold Rush in 1848...
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18 incredible facts you probably didn't know about your favorite Disney rides
Disney theme parks are among the most visited destinations around the world.There are fascinating secrets and facts behind some of the most iconic Disney rides, like the ride that's powered by french...
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19 Disney rides and attractions that opened this decade — and 11 that closed
Disney parks are constantly changing, with new rides opening and old ones closing every year.The 2010s saw the opening and closing of more than 20 attractions.Here are the newest Disney attractions...
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What it was like to grow up in Action Park, which was called 'America's Most...
New Jersey's Action Park was famous for its wild rides that pushing the limits of regulation, resulting in six deaths, countless injuries, and a heap of lawsuits.But Andy Mulvihill, whose father...
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A 17-year-old Sesame Place employee was brutally attacked after asking a...
A 17-year-old Sesame Place employee was attacked and seriously injured on Sunday by a visitor whom he had asked to wear a mask, the amusement park and the police said.Sesame Place, a "Sesame Street"...
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SeaWorld gets permission to open before Disneyland and Universal Studios...
SeaWorld has been granted permission to reopen, under provisions made for zoos, not amusement parks. Any outdoor spaces will be open for visitors, but indoor spaces will remain closed.Knott's Berry...
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