Coaster Kings

Join Sean and Alex on their journey from Old Shanghai and Yu Garden on to the world's fastest train and tallest observation deck. Of course, no trip to Shanghai is complete without a day at one of its most spectacular parks: Shanghai Disneyland. How is the brand-new Zootopia ride and land? How is the park holding up?

Continuing the chat about the Beijing trip Sean and Alex went on, this time they're focusing on some must-visit sights such as the Summer Palace, Jingshan Park, Temple of Heaven, the Great Wall and Happy Valley Beijing! All of these destinations blew them away, including Beijing's original large-scale theme park!

Sean and Alex took the cutest little long weekend to Beijing, jam-packed with activities. One of which was a day at Universal Studios Beijing. Let's get into the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of this Chinese Universal resort!

Sean and Alex aren't planning just one trip to China, but four! Find out where, when, and why! Maybe you too will have a good idea of how to go about planning a trip for theme parks in China!

Sean and Alex discuss 20 theme park related questions, a habit that they do regularly but now recorded!

We're starting our new minisode series in Spain with Andreu! Learn everything about Camps Elisis and its importance in the Spanish theme park history.

Join Sean and Alex for an in-depth look at all things Vekoma. From their origins to some of their most amazing coasters. Part 2, all about coasters!

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 12: The Coda Ian explores some of the theme park projects seen in North America following the construction of Canada's Wonderland. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Join Sean and Alex for an in-depth look at all things Vekoma. From their origins to some of their most amazing coasters. Part 1! *** Correction, we were dumb but are aware that Tusenfryd is Norway not Finland. <3 Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Walt Disney World's EPCOT. What would you do? Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 11: Canada's Wonderland - The End of an Era Following the success of Kings Island and Kings Dominion Taft Broadcasting brings their unique brand of regional theme park to the great white north. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Sven look back at their trips of 2023, the highlight new attractions and what's to come in 2024! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

2024 comes closer and we have a look at all the new attractions coming to Europe in 2024! Which one are you most excited about? Hyperia #Voltron #Mahuka Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. The Regional Park Story Episode 10: Some Regional Park Oddities This week Ian explores some of the strangers parks and projects of the regional park era. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Alex discuss some well-known rides that were conceptualized to be even crazier!

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 9: 1978: The First Great Coaster Year The growing popularity of roller coasters at American theme parks leads to a year with multiple record breakers. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Alex talk about their recent visit to Disneyland Paris during their longest visit ever!

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 8: The Regionalization of Amusement Parks With the success of regional theme parks many traditional amusement parks began to adapt rides, theming, and operations in the regional park mold. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 7 - Marriott's Great Americas Hospitality giant Marriott chose to enter the theme park market with one of the most ambitious projects ever, 2 theme parks opening the same year. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In this episode, Sean and Alex talk about their visit to IAAPA Orlando Expo 2023! With reveals from coaster compagnies such as Intamin & Gravity Group to dark rides from Sally & BoldMove Nation. Plus more talking about some waterslides and theme park food! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 6: The Virginia Sisters In 1975 two parks would open a mere hour away from each other. Their different approaches and personalities has allowed them to coexist for almost 50 years in Virginia! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In this episode, Sven talks with Sean and Alex about his first time visiting Florida and its theme parks. This first part talks about Walt Disney World resort and highlights everything which lived up to the expectations and which didn't. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 5: Double Adventure for 1974 1974 would bring two new regional parks to the United States, with significantly different approaches. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

2024 comes closer and we have a look at all the new attractions coming to North America in 2024! Which one are you most excited about?

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 4: Parks for Smaller Markets Randall Duell and Associates remain busy designing parks throughout the early 70s for markets around the U.S. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Six Flags Magic Mountain. What would you do?

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 3: Coney Island Finds Another Way As regional parks begin opening across the U.S. Cincinnati's Coney Island and Taft Broadcasting collaborate to open their take on a regional theme park. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Join Sean and Alex on a tour around Busch Gardens Williamsburg! Home to spectacular coasters such as Griffon, Apollo's Chariot, Pantheon, Alpengeist, and the brand new DarKoaster. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. Episode 2: The Randall Duell Gospel With the success of Six Flags Randall Duell and Associates soon found themselves busy constructing regional theme parks throughout the United States. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Join Sean and Alex for an epic preview of Universal Orlando Resort's new-for-2025 theme park. This massive new destination will be home to some of the coolest themed lands, roller coasters, and dark rides in the World. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these minisodes, titled "The Regional Park Story", Ian walks us through the history of regional parks in the United States. In 1961 Angus Wynne would unveil Six Flags over Texas, becoming the first successful regional theme park Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Sean and Alex talk about rides, theme parks, themed lands that used to be cute. Do you agree with the selection?

Tour Parque Warner with Sean and Alex in Spain! From Batman Gotham City Escape to Superman and of course Stuntfall!

Sean and Alex talk about the unexpected amazing rides they discovered while traveling for theme parks all around the world!

Tour Kings Dominion with Sean and Alex during this new Inside episode! From Intimidator 305 to Twisted Timbers, discover this coaster dominion in Virginia.

Sean and Alex put on their Imagineering hats to tell you how they would improve Universal Studios Florida. What would you do?

Tour PortAventura World with Sean and Alex in Spain! From Shambhala to Furios Baco, discover every inch of the resort. Note: Episode was recorded prior to the news (on 9/12) that the resort is for sale. Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Discover rides you didn't know they ever existed!Sean, Alex and Sven take on 24 demolished coasters that we wished to have ridden. This includes Vertigo, Flashback, Windjammer Surf Racers, Dueling Dragons, Ring Racer, Moonlight Scramble, Cop Car Chase and many more! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

Intamin Battle Time! Which coaster will win? Our contestants: VelociCoaster, Pantheon, Toutatis and Batman Gotham City Escape! Sean and Alex discuss their experiences in detail and compare the differences between these wonderful roller coasters.

Sean, Alex and Sven are back for a brand new season of Coaster Kings Radio filled with in-depth rollercoaster talk from around the globe!

Sean and Alex talk about their press visit to the brand new Single Rail coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain: Wonder Woman Flight of Courage!

Alex returns to Europa-Park with Sean, who visits the park for the first time! Get a tour of all the countries and more.

New European episode with Sean and Alex talking about their adventures in Tripsdrill, Germany 🇩🇪!

In these minisode series, the Coaster Kings team takes you from A through Z with rollercoasters. In this last episode of the series, Sven tackles Z for Zadra at Energylandia!

In these new minisode series, the Coaster Kings team takes you from A through Z with rollercoasters. In this episode, Ian tackles the Youngstar rollercoasters around the world!

In this episode, Sean and Sven talk about some hot coaster topics worldwide. How does Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride? What's coming to SeaWorld Orlando and Tokyo Disneyland? What new coasters and rides can we except in the next years in Europe? And more! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In these new minisode series, the Coaster Kings team takes you from A through Z with rollercoasters. In this episode, Sean & Alex tackle X2 at Six Flags Magic Mountain! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

In this episode, Sean and Alex talk about their love for Movie Park Germany and their most recent visit which included their first ride on the Movie Park Studios Tour coaster!

In these new minisode series, the Coaster Kings team takes you from A through Z with rollercoasters. In this episode, Sean & Alex tackle Wings of Glory at HB World! Find out more at https://coaster-kings-radio.pinecast.co

We kick off a Danish series of episodes with this first one about Djurs Sommerland. James takes Sven through all the different lands of the park, including the brand new Dinosaur area with a new rollercoaster!