During the 2010 Walt Disney World Marathon, which took place January 8-10, runners from all across the world passed through the four Disney World parks: Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom. For the inaugural geekTicket Challenge, all you have to do is answer three questions about the Walt Disney World parks. One correct answer gets you 25 points, two correct answers is 50 points and for three correct answers you get 75 points.
FEATURES
Wait Times Go Mobile with 'Lines'
Waiting in line for an attraction at a theme park used to be a test of stamina and patience, but technological innovations have changed the experience over the years. The introduction of services like Disney's FASTPASS and the Universal Express Pass have made it easier to plan a day around frustratingly long wait times. Now, to paraphrase a certain commercial, there are apps for that.
NEWSY BITS
Popular Mechanics has a behind-the-scenes look at Expedition Everest at Disney's Animal Kingdom. There are some interesting details about how the attraction was built and how it operates, but information on the Yeti remains just as hard to find as the legendary creature itself. » Read more
Busch Gardens Williamsburg has announced their newest attraction for 2010, Europe in the Air. The motion simulator, which takes riders into the skies above European landmarks, will replace the old Corkscrew Hill in the Ireland section of the park. Why does this sound so familiar? » Read more
FreePatentsOnline.com has information on a patent filed by Disney Enterprises, Inc. in 2008 that hints at a possible ride system to be used in one of the Disney parks or water parks. » Read more