WorLd's Strangers Theme Park #2

#2 >>> X-Scream <<<

Background: 

X-Scream is essentially a teeter-totter for adrenaline junkies that tilts riders 27 feet off the edge of the Stratosphere Las Vegas. 

Looks like crane

How It's Unique: 

Rides like X-Scream take advantage of a built environment to create new thrills. The ride uses a relatively low-tech magnetic braking system, based around a copper blade that is attached to the bottom of the car. As the ride rolls forward, the blade slips in between a row of magnets before hitting a rubber bumper that brings it to a standstill. As the ride is tilted backwards, the blade slips out and heads toward an identical row of magnets at the other end.

 "Comfort in the solid, heavy-duty, easy-to-see mechanical connections" 

Night view

by: Quya =)

Lotte World

Lotte World is a giant shopping, sports and activities complex, and amusement center all under one roof. In the center of the complex you’ll find an indoor ice-skating rink that is open year round and where you can rent skates. Towering above the ice rink is an indoor amusement park complete with a roller coaster, monorail and merry-go-round. It’s a great place to go on a rainy day. A monorail connects this large Adventureland to an adjacent lake outside, called Magic Island. Magic Island has indoor swimming pools, bowling alleys, a folk village, hotel shopping center and several movie theaters. Lotte World is located in Jamsil between the two Olympic Stadiums. Jamsil subway station, Line 2 takes you directly into the complex.

Lotte World is located in Sincheon-dong, Songpa-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is made up of two main sections, the outdoor amusement park Magic Island, and Adventure (indoor)

Lotte World opens all year long without holidays. Its hours of operation on weekdays (Monday to Thursday) are 9:30a.m. to 10p.m., while on weekends (Friday to Sunday)the hours of operation are from 9:30a.m. to 11:00p.m. The price of admission tickets for Lotte World varies with different age groups. A day pass for adults (18 years and over) costs 44,000Won (41USD, as of November 28, 2013), while a day pass for teenagers (13-17years), children (3-12years), and babies (12months to 2years) costs 38,000Won (36USD), 34,000Won (32USD), and 11,000Won (10USD), respectively. Lotte World also offers what is called, 'late' admission tickets, which are admission tickets purchased after 4p.m. They are approximately 75% of the price of the regular admission tickets.

Lotte World offers a variety of small and big performances and festivals in the park. Since they are mostly performed inside the park, visitors can freely and conveniently access them, regardless of weather.

Lotte World also has South Korea's largest ice skating rink.

Attractions

The "Adventure" part of the amusement park is divided into four main floors.

Adventure 1F: Underland

·         The Adventures of Sindbad

A boat ride that allows passengers to travel along with Sindbad through an underground waterway.

·         The Conquistador

A Viking ride. It swings back and forth, almost reaching the ceiling of Lotte World at its maximum height. The seats at the ends of the ship rise 5 more meters and 24 degrees higher than the seats towards the middle.

·         Flume Ride

A log ride consisting of a 4-seat long boat that travels through a Jurassic jungle.

·         Camelot Carrousel

The merry-go-round located near the middle of Lotte World consists of 64 white horses. This is also the merry-go-round featured in South Korean drama series, Stairway to Heaven.

·         Giant Loop

A roller coaster ride made only of one big loop. Passengers are constantly taken for 360 degree spins in a 14m-wide circular rail. The vehicle even stops while upside down.

·         Drunken Basket

A teacup ride that spins the individual vehicles left and right while the whole ride itself rises up and down.

·         3D Desperados

A wide I-max screen theater, where the seats are in the form of a horse. The seats move in all directions in accordance with the screen image. Passengers over 120 kg or under 120 cm must sit on a coach seat.

·         Lotty's Kidstoria

A playground for kids under the age of 8. This play area's theme is a fairy-tale world. Children can go barefoot to explore Cinderella's Castle, Alice in Wonderland, and other fairy-tale stories.

·         Treeble's Hopper

A children's ride. The children are taken up towards a tree house as they jump up and down over 6 meters. Only children between 90 cm and 120 cm are permitted.

·         Kids Bumper Cars

Bumper cars for children which not permitted on the Crazy Bumper Cars. Anyone over 140 cm is not permitted, unless they are accompanying a child. Children under 5 years must have an adult with them.

·         Swing Pang Pang

A mini version of the Teacup ride; the children get on a twirling basket. Children under 6 years have to be accompanied by an adult.

·         Boong Boong Car

A kid ride where the children aboard a Boong Boong Car (붕붕 in Korean is the sound a car makes) and go to save Hansel and Gretel from the witch's house. Children under 105 cm are required to be accompanied by an adult.

·         Brother Moon & Sister Sun

Jump into the sky with Brother Moon & Sister Sun to run away from tiger!

·         Lotty Train

Make your adventure taking a small train

·         Eureka

Magic boats that take kids up and down while spinning around.

·         Jumping Fish

Explore aquatic adventures. The only way to escape from the evil shark is to jump over it.

·         Do you speak Beluga?

Interactive live show with Beluga.

Adventure 2F

·         French Revolution

A high-octane roller coaster. It rotates 360 degrees and even up to 540 degrees in some parts. The roller coaster goes through buildings and is indoors, so there is always a near-miss crash feeling. It also takes a picture during the ride that is available for pick up at the exit.

·         Bumper Car

For adults, must be at least 140 cm to ride.

Adventure 3F

·         Jungle Adventure

Water rides those gets passengers through the jungle. They get on a jungle boat and enter a dark cave and are taken through the rapids.

·         World Monorail

The monorail takes visitors through Lotte World—both inside and outside. It gives a scenic view as it goes by Adventure, then goes outside to Magic Island that sits over the Seok-Chon Lake.

·         Folk Museum

The folk museum allows visitors to learn all about Korea's people and history.

Adventure 4F

·         Pharaoh's Fury

A multi-motion ride where travel through ancient Egypt passengers aboard a Jeep. The passengers feel as if they were right at the steering wheel as they go on a 1 km-long ride.

·         Aeronauts Balloon Ride

This ride in a balloon spans over the majority of the indoor park. It allows visitors view Lotte World from high above.

·         Dynamic Theatre

This theatre shows 15-minute long movies, while the chair vibrates along with the movie.

·         Animal Theatre

This production, targeted towards children, tells the story of Piggy who is in love with a Princess. The King has already chosen a fiance for the Princess, Knight Rolo. However, Piggy eventually wins the love of the princess through the help of his animal friends.

BY Shi <<",>>

Ferrari World

Ferrari World is a Ferrari themed amusement park on Yas Island in Abu Dabhi. The central park the largest indoor amusement park in the world. Ferrari World officially opened on 4 November 2010. The theme park is home to Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster. 

Attractions

The attraction in this amusement park is divide into two segment:

1) FAMILY

• Viaggio in Italy

Virtually soar into the heart of Ferrari’s homeland! As your seat rises into the giant dome projection, fly high over the Italian mountains and villages, through the cities, forests, and vineyards on this epic journey through Italy! Inspired by the legendary Mille Miglia race, settle into your seat, lower your safety bar, and get ready to take flight! You can’t help but be immersed in the culture as the sights, sounds, and aromas surround you.

• Speed of Magic

4-D fantasy dreamscape, there is no limit! Go where no Ferrari has gone before on one of the world’s most sophisticated simulators as you search for Nello, a mischievous little driver. Fly along cliffs, speed into the heart of the jungle, and venture into ice caves and even to the bottom of the ocean. Experience real-life extremes in temperature, moisture, light and movement as this adventure brings all your senses to life with a little Ferrari magic. State-of-the-art technology leaves little to the imagination for you and the entire family.

• Made in Maranelo

Tour the historic Ferrari factory as you experience what was previously a privilege for only Ferrari owners. Discover exactly what goes into the making of a Ferrari. Take a seat and ride through the intricate steps and high level craftsmanship that goes into making one of the world’s most prestigious cars, the Ferrari GT. Experience the entire process from the early design stages, to the machining of engine parts and painting, right to the final hand assembly and testing on Ferrari’s Fiorano Circuit!

• Paddock

It’s race day and you have exclusive Paddock passes to go behind the scenes of a Grand Prix! From the Ferrari team technical trailers to the motor home, when you step into the Paddock you’ll feel like you’re really there! Explore the garage where you can find the real F1™ cars, listen in on the strategy debate and see how the race is managed.

2) KIDS

• Junior GT

kid’s driving education is only a few steps away. Junior GT is the first experience the Ferrari Driving School has to offer. After watching an educational film, the aspiring Gran Turismo Pilotas will receive instruction from trained experts. Then it’s time for them to get on the road and behind the wheel of a fun-sized 430 GT Spider. Juinor Pilotas will learn how to keep it safe while enjoying driving their very first Ferrari. They’ll get to learn how to navigate stoplights, road signs, and hug the roundabout like true professionals.

• Junior Grand Prix

The racing school for kids is the second component of the Ferrari Driving School. After watching a Junior Grand Prix educational film, kids will receive instructions from the trained experts before getting behind the wheel to pilot a perfectly scaled-down Ferrari F1 racer. Junior Pilotas hone their racing skills along a challenging course of hairpin turns and straights, hugging the tracks like true F1 drivers. They’ll live the dream that many long for their entire life.

• Junior Training Camp 

Junior Training Camp is an experience for the whole family where every little racer loves to play. Let your kids discover the fun of imagination and play in the waterless carwash, become a custom constructor, climb up the grandstand, pilot remote controlled cars, peddle their own Ferrari and play with an F1 car made entirely of kid-friendly foam. Safety’s a priority throughout the Training Camp and with a clear view from Il Podio, parents can enjoy a relaxing moment while they watch their little champions play.

BY Shi <<",>>