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Maurer Rides extends Spike family with two high-capacity coaster formats
Munich manufacturer adds Spike Train and Spike Tandem to its modular platform, targeting large parks where throughput has traditionally ruled out interactive coasters. Munich-based roller coaster manufacturer Maurer Rides GmbH announced on 18 June 2026 the …
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Maurer Rides extends Spike family with two high-capacity coaster formats
Munich manufacturer adds Spike Train and Spike Tandem to its modular platform, targeting large parks where throughput has traditionally ruled out interactive coasters. Munich-based roller coaster manufacturer Maurer Rides GmbH announced on 18 June 2026 the …
Building Worlds Beyond the Ride
Alexandre Lair on how VALKYRIE is reshaping Parc Festyland through storytelling, events and immersive experiences As we’ve discussed in this edition operators are increasingly looking beyond the traditional new ride at long-term operational sustainability, many parks …
- New Security Hubs open at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood has officially opened its new security screening hubs, introducing a major change to how guests enter the resort. The new system moves security checkpoints to the outer edges of the property, creating a secured perimeter around both Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Hollywood. The result is what many guests will recognize as [...]
- H.R. Bloodengutz presents: Halloween Fright-Tacular haunted house is coming to Halloween Horror Nights 35
Universal Orlando has announced H.R. Bloodengutz presents: Halloween Fright-Tacular, a new original haunted house that will be featured at Halloween Horror Nights 35. “Tune into a curated selection of H.R. Bloodengutz’ Halloween favorites in this haunted house complete with ghouls, gore and all the frights that keep you coming back for more.” According to an [...]
- REVIEW: Mega Movie Summer 2026 at Universal Studios Hollywood
Universal Studios Hollywood is once again celebrating the summer season with the return of Mega Movie Summer, bringing new entertainment, character encounters, specialty food offerings, and nighttime experiences to the park. While this year’s event serves largely as a companion to the upcoming opening of Fast & Furious: Hollywood Drift, Mega Movie Summer still provides [...]
- Lug Shares Design Details Behind Epic Universe Anniversary Collection
As part of Universal Epic Universe’s first anniversary celebration, guests can find a new collection of Lug bags inspired by one of the lands, Celestial Park. The collection includes the Epic Skeeter Mini Bag, a limited-edition design created to commemorate Epic Universe’s one-year anniversary, alongside a Captain Cacao Skeeter Mini Bag and matching Coin Pouch. [...]
- What’s Happening at the Universal Parks – Week of June 22, 2026
Here’s a look around at what’s happening at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood, from June 22, 2026, to June 28, 2026. Universal Orlando Universal Orlando is featuring limited-time summer experiences inspired by blockbuster films, running now through August 10, 2026. The seasonal offerings will bring a range of character encounters, themed photo opportunities, interactive [...]
- A complete beginner’s guide to visiting Diggerland UK
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