Theme Parks Archives

Halloween Events 2019, Base Image by 3D Animation Production Company from Pixabay

The GeekMom Guide to 2019 Halloween Events at UK Theme Parks

September 19, 2019September 18, 2019Sophie Brown0

Whether you have little ones looking for not-so-spooky fun or teens wanting to be terrified, UK theme parks have Halloween events for you.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach: A Theme Park Where Past Meets Future

September 8, 2019September 7, 2019Sophie Brown0

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is one of the oldest and most popular theme parks in the UK. We took a trip to see how it all holds up in 2019.

5 Disney Kingdoms Comics I Want to Read

February 8, 2017December 11, 2017Sophie Brown3

The Disney Kingdoms comics so far have been wonderful; these are my top five picks for attractions I’d love to see make the leap from park to page next.

Planet Coaster: The New Standard in Theme Park Simulation

December 13, 2016April 27, 2018Sophie Brown2

Planet Coaster is the latest offering for fans of theme park simulators, and it takes the standard to a whole new level.

Santa’s Village: Leveling Up Christmas

December 8, 2016December 9, 2017Sarah Pinault0

Santa’s Village is the perfect holiday theme park.

Alton Towers Resort, Image: Merlin Group

Alton Towers: The UK’s First VR Coaster & Rollercoaster Restaurant

September 8, 2016May 22, 2018Sophie Brown0

The introduction of Galactica, the UK’s first virtual reality rollercoaster, made eager to return to Alton Towers this summer.

Fun Things to Do With Your Family at Knott’s Berry Farm

July 26, 2016December 8, 2017Melody Mooney1

When is the last time you were at Knott’s Berry Farm? Melody gives us a list of fun things to do with your family at the park as Ghost Town turns 75 this year.

‘Disney Magic Kingdoms’ Brings Freemium to Theme Park Design

March 22, 2016December 8, 2017Sophie Brown6

As someone who counts both management simulation video games, and Disney theme parks among their greatest interests, the release of the ‘Disney Magic Kingdoms’ app last week was hugely exciting for me.

Thomas Land Revisited: It’s Bigger, But Is It Better?

June 7, 2015December 2, 2017Sophie Brown0

GeekMom Sophie checks out the latest additions to Tamworth’s Drayton Manor Theme Park.

Character Meet and Greet: Story Land NH

September 30, 2013November 24, 2017Sarah Pinault1

Want a character experience in New England? GeekMom Sarah and her family met Winnie the Pooh at Story Land in Glen, New Hampshire.

A Theme Park That Evolves With Your Child: Drayton Manor

September 17, 2013November 26, 2017Sarah Pinault0

What a difference a year makes. How the passing of one year for a pre-schooler can create a completely different theme park experience.

Geeky States of America: Story Land, New Hampshire

August 23, 2013November 24, 2017Sarah Pinault1

If you are looking for a theme park in Northern New England, consider heading to Story Land in Glen NH, where fantasy lives.