About Theme Park Guides (TPG)

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TPG.net (Theme Park Guides.net)  is an organized association of unofficial theme park guides who have banded together to benefit and provide global resources to its members, while provide an outlet for park patrons and fans to search and retrieve information, as well as provide the grounds for park fans to communicate.

Although the organization was founded in early 2006, the idea had been lingering amongst a few close premium park guides (who are the founding members; Fiesta Texas Online, Six Flags New England Source, and Dorney Park Online) to create an “alliance” and enterprise of the three guides that would allow guests to find information easily, as well as create an image that will represent the alliance and friendship of the three sites. 

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To keep the association authentic and of high quality, we will only be accepting a few additional members, pending the approval of the three founding association members. Please click here to submit a membership application. Membership requests are judged on the following criteria;

  • Information: Effectiveness to deliver as much information (both textual and graphic) as possible to guests and members, while providing this information in a neat and organized manner, as well as keeping this information up-t0-date.
  • Design: Overall design, compatibility, and the impression given to the user.
  • Success: Overall site success, analyzation of the viewers and statistics, quality of affiliates, dates, server uptime, advertisements.

Members are required to actively support the association through their presence and their websites. Some joint projects may take place (such as a global message board or mailing list) that may require support and approval of the members.

Best Rollercoasters in the USA

Let the adrenaline rush through your veins as you zoom past on the deadliest roller coasters. Loosen up, let your hair fly and feel the wind whispering in your ears, daring you to do something different this time. Let go of all those fears cooped up inside your mind, body and soul; experience the challenges, for you are in for a twisty surprise. Here’s a comparative list of some man made monsters which are categorized under the title of the best roller coasters in America. The point is, are you game to check them out?

· Tatsu, Six Flags Magic Mountain, California

The man made Japanese design is all out to give you a feel of sheer thrill with its 3602 foot long track, 124 foot tall pretzel loop and elevation charge of 263 feet. If the dimensions itself are making your mind take turns, then you are in for a ride. Tatsu has been thrilling the people from the past 7 years and is showing no signs of stopping anytime soon.

Nitro , Six Flags Great Adventure, New Jersey

A silent scream will escape your mouth as you climb aboard the mega coaster. Featuring 6 camel back turns, and the patented hammerhead U-turn, you can be assured you are in for a shock. The L shaped track has a 215 foot drop which is further enhanced by the presence of a 540 degree helix.

 

· Millennium Force, Cedar Point, OH

The Millennium force stands tall at 310 feet, despite the fact it plummets the riders downwards at an 80 degree angle. Couple this up with a speedy drop at 93 mph and you have a scary roller coaster ride on your hands. Ride this ultimate beauty and experience an all new adventure as you gape at the scenic beauty of Lake Erie on a clear sunny day.

 

· Montu, Busch Gardens, FL

Gathering its name from the Egyptian War God, Montu pretty much justifies its heroic name. The undulating twists and turns coupled with the drops and rolls is a breath stealer for sure. If you want to experience a true adrenaline rush, then this is the roller coaster you have to ride on. The show stealers of the ride are the Batwing inversions and the corkscrew finales, all battling to grab the attention of the rider.

· Goliath – Six Flags, CA

Every bit of the name fuels speculations in the minds of the riders. The speed machine spells adventure in every scream (because you won’t even get the time to breath), while the camel humps and the bunny bumps will want you to reach for stable ground in no time at all. This is the second largest ride in America and measures 255 feet of metal, all rolled into one.

The Beast, King’s Island, OH

People say you need guts to ride the Beast. Well, this is exactly true for the 4 minute ride which offers absolutely no respite to the riders. Enjoying the title of the world’s longest wooden ride, the metal machine has been spread across a whopping 35 acres of land and promises the riders a chilling thrill.

· Phantom’s Revenge, Kennywood, PA

Voted as the nation’s number 1 roller coaster, the machine has left riders in no doubt of its thrilling prowess. The concept has been well conceived, given the nature of the ride. Standing tall at 228 feet, Phantom’s revenge offers people the unmatched experience of thrill rolled into a bone chilling experience.

These were some of the best roller coaster rides in America which have revolutionized the way people look at amusement parks. If you have the capacity to really taste the expansive thrill of adventure, then you have got to ride the mean machines, for now and forever.

Best Rides at Busch Gardens in Florida

images (11)The Busch Gardens are located in Tampa Florida and it is a great place to have fun. With some of the best rides anywhere in the world, you are guaranteed to have a lot of fun. It is an ideal place for a family fun day for teens and brave kids. Each ride at this park has a safari title which reflects its speed and fierceness. If you are not courageous you might be a little afraid to go on the rides. However, once you take your first ride the rest are a breeze. Here are some of the best rides at Busch gardens in Florida.

Montu roller coaster

It has many upside-down inversions and can go up to 60 miles an hour for each ride. Your legs will be suspended on this ride so you will feel like you are flying. This ride has a corkscrew inversion that has some loops and rolls that make it a little terrifying. You need to brace yourself for a fun filled ride as you hang on for dear life on the Montu roller coaster.

 

Kumba roller coaster

This ride was first launched in 1993 and it has great power and speed. It has one of the highest loops in the USA. The whole ride has 7 different inversions on four thousand feet of track. You can spin around 360 degrees and go at speeds of about 60 miles per hour. You have to be daring to get on this awesome ride because the drop is 135 feet and it is a floorless coaster.

 

Sheikra roller coaster

It is one of the newest additions at the Busch gardens in Florida. It is a floorless roller coaster that can launch you up to two hundred feet and release you for a 90 degree drop at a speed of seventy miles an hour. It is a vertical ride that should only be taken by persons who are not afraid of heights because your gaze will be fixated on the ground through the entire drop. As you drop down, you get to enjoy some twists and turns and several inversions.

 

Congo River Rapids

This is an exciting water rafting ride. If you have never been white- rafting before, you will surely enjoy this experience. You will not be paddling, you just have to sit back and hold on as you get tossed up and down some waterfalls. You will come out of this ride soaking wet so you might want bring an extra set of dry clothes. All riders have to be at least 42 inches tall so you can bring your kids on this ride. However, kids less than 10 years old should be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Gwazi roller coaster

This is a wooden roller coaster that gives all riders an authentic fun experience. With speeds of up to 100 miles an hour, you will definitely have a heart stopping ride.
Visit Tampa today and experience some of the best rides at Busch gardens in Florida. You are bound to have an unforgettable experience.

Some Great American Theme Parks!

America clearly stands out as one of the regions that have many theme parks; theme parks hold a special niche in the recreational culture of the people. Every year sees millions of people both local as well as foreign visiting different theme parks that are scattered all over the region, although the recreational parks are of top notch standards in regard to quality, the following parks clearly stand out as the Best Theme Parks in America.

Walt Disney Land- Anaheim, California

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Located in an expansive acreage than spans over 30,000 acres, Walt Disney Land is one of the largest and best theme parks in America. The park features a wide array of theme parks that serve the different needs and preferences of the fun seekers, the parks include two water parks, four theme parks, a downtown and also various resorts. Main attraction at the amusement park include the little mermaid ride beneath the sea, “Beauty and the Beast “set in a French village, sky rides at the Fantasyland, water rides , food courts and carnivals.

Luna Park -Brooklyn, New York

Opened in the year 2010, Luna Park is among the newest amusement parks in the locality, the park is located in the famous Coney Island along the coastal shores of the City of New York. The theme park is strategically located in an area that also hosts other attraction sites such as the “Big Apple” and other accommodation facilities. The amusement park features a wide collection of sky rides that offer mild, moderate as well as extreme high adrenaline rides. The park also has a collection of carnival and gaming arcades where a visitor is able to participate in games such as the water race and duck pond among other exciting games. The park is also served with various food joints such as Nathan’s, Luna lemonade etc.

Dollywood -Pigeon Forge, Tennessee

Dollywood Park has over the years been rated as one of best theme parks in America due to its cleanest and user friendliness. The park is located in countryside within the Smoky mountain region where the southern hospitality is prevalent, the parks coverage extends over 180 acres and includes a number of sky rides, merry go rounds, Splash Country water park, game arcades and food courts. Dollywood also provides accommodation at the Dollywood cabins to joy seekers who would like to extent their stay at the park, the amusement park also offers a four course meal and dinner at the “Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede”.

 

Cedar Point-Sandusky, Ohio

Located along a headland that stretches into Lake Erie, Cedar point amusement park showcases beautiful and panoramic view of the region. The park is also famed as the home to roller coaster rides by having a total of 16 roller coasters that come in different sizes and shapes with one of the rollercoaster holding the world record due to its length and dropping height of 164 feet. The park’s Adventure island with is a 4.5 acre dinosaur park filled with about fifty replicas of life size dinosaurs also adds to the thrill at the theme park. Other than the roller coaster rides and Adventure Park, cedar point also offers other attractions which include bouncing castles and bumper boats among other activities.

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