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The latest theme park news, trip reports and event reviews from Texas and beyond.
Full Tour & Review of the San Antonio Zoo | Over 3,500 Animals & 750 Species to See
What is now known as the San Antonio Zoo officially began in 1914. Over its 100 years, the 57-acre zoo has grown to feature 750 species of animals and over a million annual visitors. The San Antonio Zoo is involved with the protection and breeding of many endangered species, including the black rhino, the golden lion tamarin and the dama gazelle. Today, guests can experience and learn about over 3,500 animals during their visit.
Cheetah Hunt POV, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Multi-Launching Steel Coaster
Cheetah Hunt, a steel Intamin launch coaster, opened on May 27, 2011. Located at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, this high thrill attraction features a 130-foot drop, speeds of up to 60 miles per hour, 1 inversion and 3 separate launches.
Montu POV, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | First Coaster Ever to Feature an Immelmann Loop
Montu is a record-breaking inverted coaster that opened at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on May 16, 1996. The attraction, built by B&M, was the first inverted coaster to feature 7 inversions and an Immelmann loop. Montu stands 150 feet high and reaches speeds of 60 miles per hour with a track length of 3,983 feet.
Cobra's Curse POV, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Spinning Coaster with Elevator Lift
This unique spinning coaster first opened at Busch Garden's Tampa Bay on June 17, 2016. Featuring an elevator lift, Cobra's Curse stands 70 feet tall and reaches speeds of 40 miles per hour. Throughout the circuit, riders experience forwards, backwards and spinning as the train shifts back and forth.
Animal Experiences at Busch Gardens Tampa | Feeding Giraffes, Nutrition Center, Elephant Encounter
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay first opened in 1959 and is home to more than 200 species of animals. Join us as we take a look at several of the park's animal experiences, including the elephant encounter, reptile and penguin exhibits, the park's Serengeti Plain habitat and more. During our visit we were also able to take an exclusive tour of the park's nutrition center, along with go on a safari that included feeding giraffes.
Reviewing Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's 2022 Food & Wine Festival
Join us for a review of Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's 2022 Food & Wine Festival! The event, taking place now through May 22, features a dynamic offering of food and drinks. Guests can sip and savor their way through the festival with more than 20 new dishes to pair with wines, craft brews and cocktails.
Tigris POV, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | High-Thrill, Multi-Launch Roller Coaster
Tigris, located at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, opened on April 19, 2019. This Premier Rides Sky Rocket II roller coaster features a top speed of 62 miles per hour and a height of 150 feet. On top of this, Tigris includes multiple forwards and backwards launches and a track length of 863 feet.
Sand Serpent POV, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Classic Wild Mouse Roller Coaster
This classic Wild Mouse roller coaster opened at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay in 2004 after being relocated from Busch Gardens Williamsburg. Standing just under 46 feet tall, Sand Serpent reaches speeds of 28 miles per hour and features nearly 1,214 feet of track.
First-Ever Visit to Busch Gardens Tampa, Riding New Iron Gwazi & Other Record-Breaking Coasters!
Join along as we take our fist-ever visit to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. Originally opened in 1959, Busch Gardens is home to thousands of animals, along with ten iconic roller coasters. This adventure has us riding several of the park's high-thrill attractions, including the all-new Iron Gwazi, SheiKra and more.
Scorpion POV - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Classic Schwarzkopf Silver Arrow Coaster
Opened on May 16, 1980, Scorpion at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay features a height of just over 60 feet tall and top speeds of 41 miles per hour. Featuring one vertical loop, this classic Schwarzkopf coaster has a total of 1,817 feet of track.
Kumba POV - Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | World's First Coaster With Interlocking Corkscrews
Kumba first opened at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay on April 20, 1993. This steel B&M coaster features a height of 143 feet and top speeds of 60 miles per hour. Along with being the first coaster to feature interlocking corkscrews, Kumba sends riders through a total of 7 inversions. Kumba also featured the tallest vertical loop when it opened, which has the rare attribute of wrapping itself around the ride's lift hill.