Feb 5, 01:09 AM by Graham Brooks
Safari of Fun is quickly approaching completion and is set to open March 27th. Check out the latest progress in this construction update.
—>2/4 Safari of Fun Construction Update
New Construction Marker FoundFeb 4, 12:31 PM by Graham Brooks
We have a new update showing a new construction marker that was discovered. Also, this is the first chance you get to see of the new BGTGuide site design. It is still a work in progress, and other than this page, the other pages are place holders waiting to be updated.
—>2/3 Construction Marker Update
More Construction Marker PhotosJan 26, 01:05 AM by Graham Brooks
Here is the first batch of new construction marker photos. More will appear as they are uploaded.
—>1/25/2010 Construction Marker Update
Photos of Survey Markers Out on the SerengetiJan 21, 03:43 PM by Graham Brooks
Orange construction markers have made their appearance on and near the Serengeti Plain in the Edge of Africa and by Nairobi.
—>Serengeti Construction Maker Photos
Park Photo UpdateJan 21, 03:13 PM by Graham Brooks
Check out a new photo update showing some changes around the park.
On the 2011 Busch Gardens New Roller Coaster RumorsJan 20, 03:30 PM by Graham Brooks
There are rumors swirling all around the internet about a possible new Busch Gardens Tampa roller coaster in 2011, among other things. First some facts that I know: we watch permits pretty closely and so far there have been no new filings for Busch Gardens. Until a permit is filed, you will not see any construction on anything, even if it is completely related to anything that gets most of you excited.
Now for my take on some of the rumors. As I mentioned in a previous article, if a new roller coaster is going to be built in 2011, we should know by May of this year (SheiKra began early construction in April, such as rerouting of the Serengeti Express). Until we know it is happening from building permits, it is hard to speculate on what type of ride and whatnot it could be.
Screamscape posted photos last week of a survey crew around the Nairobi area. Last week, a forum member posted a list of rumors, and one of them was a “walkway from EOA to Nairobi next month.” Thinking about it, it does seem logical that the crew could have been surveying for a potential new pathway from Nairobi to connect to the Edge of Africa. It would actually make a lot of sense and help improve the flow of visitors around the park.
As for any other rumors and happenings, I have not been able to gather anything concrete on anything so far. If any of the rumors are true, hard evidence should become available some time this spring.
All Safari of Fun AttractionsJan 14, 09:17 PM by Graham Brooks
Here is the list of attractions that will be in the new Sesame Street Safari of Fun area:
Air Grover: A junior coaster full of fun turns, mini-dives, perfect for parents and kids to ride together.
The Count’s Zambezi Rally: A kid-size car ride that takes you on a jaunt through desert and tribal trails.
Zoe-Patra & the Hippos of the Nile: A splashy flume ride through the famed river.
Snuffy’s Elephant Romp: Fly around and around and up and down on Snuffy’s fun friends.
Elmo’s Safari Go-Round: A tribal-inspired carousel with Elmo and his friends.
Rosita’s Djembe Fly-Away: A swing ride through the jungle that sends kids whirling above the African canopy.
Big Bird’s Whirly Birdie: It’s funny side up on Big Bird’s delightfully playful Ferris wheel ride.
Telly’s Jungle Jam: Explore sounds, shapes and shadows in this naturally engaging play area for kids of ALL abilities.
Elmo’s Treehouse Trek: A 3-story hideaway to play hide-n-seek, discover new levels of fun and get a bird’s eye view of the entire play land.
Cookie Monster’s Canopy Crawl: Climb, crawl and explore this 3-story net climb.
Slimey’s Sahara Sand: A fun-filled, sand-filled beachy oasis where kids can frolic in the coolest desert around.
Oscar’s Swamp Stomp: Stomp, splash and play in Oscar’s delightfully cool water play area.
Bert & Ernie’s Watering Hole: A wildly fun water adventure filled with bubblers, geysers, jets, dumping buckets and more.
Sunny Day Theater: Musical performances bring tales of adventure to life.
Sesame Street presents “Lights, Camera, Imagination!”: A 4-D movie that brings the Sesame Street Muppets’ adventures to life with zany 3-D gags and special effects like wind, water and jump-out-of-your-seat surprises. NOTE: Plays in 4-D theater in Timbuktu area of the park.
Chimp PhotosJan 14, 08:05 PM by Graham Brooks
Several new photos of the chimpanzees in the Myombe Reserve have been added to the gallery.
