The BLOG FLUME - The 50th Can't Come Quickly Enough
By Kevin Baxter
July 11, 2004: The Disneyland Resort has been having a horrible summer and the newest accident at Big Thunder Mountain certainly won't help matters.
42 responses. Last on July 23, 2004 at 11:44 AM (MST)
Introducing Robert's 2004 Summer Theme Park Tour
By Robert Niles
July 8, 2004: It's about 10 parks around the country in less than four weeks, kicking off with five parks in five days here in Southern California. What should Robert see and do?
30 responses. Last on August 9, 2004 at 10:50 AM (MST)
JOE TOURIST - On-Ride Photos
By Joe Lane
July 6, 2004: Photography is a fundamental element in any family vacation--and theme parks realize this. Enter the on-ride photo. Here's a listing of the attractions in the Central Florida area that offer this opportunity.
24 responses. Last on October 12, 2005 at 7:14 AM (MST)
Orlando Parks Dominate 2004 Theme Park Insider Awards
By Robert Niles
July 3, 2004: Universal Orlando leads the way again with four awards in the third annual competition. Walt Disney World, Disneyland and Legoland California each capture one award from TPI readers as well.
21 responses. Last on July 17, 2004 at 5:14 PM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Not a Lot of Disney
By Kevin Baxter
June 30, 2004: So, what exactly is going on at SeaWorld? What about Cypress Gardens? Does Bonnet Creek still exist? Something new must be going on in Vegas, right? Answers to all that and some GREAT news out of Disney...
15 responses. Last on July 7, 2004 at 7:38 AM (MST)
PENNIES FROM KEVIN - Mommy's California Adventure
By Kevin Baxter
June 28, 2004: Kevin's mother recently got back from a trip to Disney's California Adventure. But who really had the adventure here?
12 responses. Last on June 30, 2004 at 6:46 AM (MST)
Revenge of the Mummy: Saving the Best for Last
By Robert Niles
June 24, 2004: Universal Studios Hollywood's new dark ride/roller coaster stands above the other attractions that have debuted in Southern California this year. But the ride lacks the length, and the heart, to become an enduring classic.
23 responses. Last on November 25, 2004 at 11:51 AM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Not-so-sad Farewells
By Kevin Baxter
June 24, 2004: Universal says goodbye to a loser, Eisner might say goodbye to another creative source and Jean-Marie Messier might soon say goodbye to freedom.
29 responses. Last on June 29, 2004 at 3:32 PM (MST)
JOE TOURIST - Worst. Ride. EVER.
By Joe Lane
June 22, 2004: What makes a really bad attraction really bad? Here's a look at some of the qualities that can ruin a ride or spoil a show. What ride do you think is the worst ever?
47 responses. Last on August 21, 2004 at 1:29 PM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Thirty Percent or Bust
By Kevin Baxter
June 19, 2004: Eisner has promised the world a 30% increase in profits this year. A lot of indicators point to problems. Will they make it? Plus, a light dawns in Vegas, but not at Six Flags.
15 responses. Last on June 24, 2004 at 6:45 PM (MST)
PENNIES FROM KEVIN - The World's Biggest Theme Park
By Kevin Baxter
June 18, 2004: MGM Mirage has just made a deal to absorb Mandalay Resort Group. The buyout will not only create the largest gaming company in the world, but could forever change Las Vegas.
9 responses. Last on June 23, 2004 at 5:45 AM (MST)
JOE TOURIST - Mythos Revisited
By Joe Lane
June 15, 2004: The IOA restaurant was voted #1 in 2003 by TPI readers. Will it retain the title this year? Joe Lane offers his recent dining experience as evidence.
16 responses. Last on August 7, 2004 at 8:04 PM (MST)
PENNIES FROM KEVIN - Coming to a Theme Park Near You?
By Kevin Baxter
June 14, 2004: The Chronicles of Riddick has opened, but was it good enough for a future in a Universal park? How about Around the World in 80 Days, which Disney premieres on Wednesday?
12 responses. Last on July 2, 2004 at 3:55 PM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - It Sucks to Be Them
By Kevin Baxter
June 11, 2004: Disney is having problems again... in Florida, Hollywood and Paris. Steve Wynn, on the other hand, can do no wrong.
30 responses. Last on August 4, 2004 at 1:56 PM (MST)
PENNIES FROM KEVIN - Too Many Shows?
By Kevin Baxter
June 7, 2004: There are three big theme parks that have had spotty attendance records the past several years. And all three have very few actual rides. Can their problems be traced back to the number of shows each has?
36 responses. Last on July 11, 2005 at 3:40 PM (MST)
A Dark Ride Lost to the Sea
By Robert Niles
June 6, 2004: The continent of Atlantis isn't the only thing missing from SeaWorld San Diego's newest thrill ride.
14 responses. Last on June 26, 2005 at 11:41 PM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Good Days, Bad Days, Gay Days...
By Kevin Baxter
June 5, 2004: Pleasure Island may have found a new method of operation, the Disney Stores a new operator, Universal a new method of advertising and Gay Days a new homebase. But Eisner is still on the same old lost cause...
The Power of Music
By Robert Niles
June 3, 2004: A roadtrip to Las Vegas illustrates the power of music to drive and define great themed entertainment.
7 responses. Last on June 7, 2004 at 12:06 AM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - It's a Dog Copy Dog World
By Kevin Baxter
June 1, 2004: The theme parks have had a couple bad years. Yet the biggies did little to change that. Now that people are returning, they are going all out. Great! But why does it all feel a little familiar?
13 responses. Last on June 5, 2004 at 12:32 AM (MST)
JOE TOURIST - Central Florida's Best Roller Coaster
By Joe Lane
May 31, 2004: It's a roller coaster celebration! Joe Lane offers a countdown of the top ten roller coasters in the Central Florida area. Where does your favorite ride place--and what do you think of the list?
30 responses. Last on August 1, 2004 at 7:26 PM (MST)
Announcing the Third Annual Theme Park Insider Awards
By Robert Niles
May 26, 2004: On July 4, 2004, ThemeParkInsider.com will announce the winners of the third annual Theme Park Insider Awards, selected by the website's more than 8,000 registered members.
20 responses. Last on June 30, 2004 at 10:51 AM (MST)
PENNIES FROM KEVIN - Did Shrek Put the Nail in Disney's Coffin?
By Kevin Baxter
May 26, 2004: After Shrek 2 broke records this weekend, can Pixar afford to join forces with anyone but Universal? There's only one reason not to, and 129 million reasons why they should...
47 responses. Last on June 30, 2004 at 7:10 AM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Non-Disney Edition
By Kevin Baxter
May 25, 2004: Another vital sign flatlines in the quest for high speed rail in Florida, the Mummy is getting a reaction and things at Universal Creative aren't so dire... just like I said!
4 responses. Last on May 28, 2004 at 2:42 PM (MST)
The BLOG FLUME - Disney Edition
By Kevin Baxter
May 25, 2004: A whole bunch of Disney news: Another lawsuit, another opportunity to kiss Eisner's butt, another way to turn your daughter into an insufferable teen and another online fight! Oh, and Disneyland is going to close next year...
12 responses. Last on June 26, 2004 at 2:01 PM (MST)
Ready, Set, Go for Legoland's New Challenge
By Robert Niles
May 22, 2004: The Carlbad, California park unveils Fun Town Fire Academy, the latest of its five new attractions marking the park's fifth anniversary.
1 response. Last on May 23, 2004 at 10:13 AM (MST)
Revenge of the Mummy at Universal Studios Florida
By Joe Lane
May 21, 2004: Ride like an Egyptian with this look at the ride's opening ceremonies, plus a ride review. With photos!
18 responses. Last on October 16, 2005 at 12:31 PM (MST)
An Inside Look at Universal's Revenge of the Mummy
By Robert Niles
May 19, 2004: Take a walk through the ride with its designer and see what Universal Studios Hollywood is building for its first indoor roller coaster attraction.
7 responses. Last on November 28, 2004 at 7:26 PM (MST)
JOE INSIDER - NBC Universal
By Joe Lane
May 17, 2004: So the new NBC Universal wants to get some NBC-themed attractions into the Universal theme parks. Hmmmm, what might *that* look like?
13 responses. Last on June 6, 2005 at 11:45 PM (MST)
Van Helsing: Fortress Dracula Debuts at USH
By Robert Niles
May 12, 2004: Universal Studios Hollywood turns again to Stephen Sommers, who was on hand to open the latest version of the park's walk-through maze attraction.
6 responses. Last on May 30, 2004 at 3:00 PM (MST)
