Looking for the ultimate theme park guide or an honest rollercoaster review? On this page, you will find quick links to all my articles, neatly organized into categories to help you plan your next big trip. Whether you are searching for the latest European rollercoaster reviews, looking for the best theme park hotels to stay at, or looking for practical travel tips, simply choose a category below to dive straight into the content you need!
🎢 Attraction openings:
Want to know if the latest rollercoaster developments live up to the hype? In this section, you’ll find first-hand media day coverage, exclusive previews, and opening day reviews of the newest theme park attractions in Europe. From heavy launches to unique themed drops, I test the freshest coaster credits on day one so you know exactly what to expect before you book your tickets.
– Duinrell review: previewing the brand-new Kikker8baan! | What does Bart say
– Efteling Fairytale Forest review: the 31st fairytale (Princess and the Pea) | What does Bart say
– Walibi Holland review: the RMC takeover & YoY theme park analysis | What does Bart say
– Efteling’s Danse Macabre review: my honest opening day verdict | What does Bart say 🗞️ Published in First Drop #114.
🌍 General experiences & park reviews:
Are you planning a day trip or a full weekend getaway to one of Europe’s major amusement parks? These comprehensive theme park reviews offer a deep dive into daily operations, crowd management, seasonal events, and overall value for money. Whether you are looking for tips on navigating the Efteling during the busy summer months, experiencing the magic of Winter openings, or exploring hidden gems across Germany, you will find real, honest trip reports right here!
– Is Jaderpark Germany’s best hidden gem? | What does Bart say
– Efteling summer festival 2026: Worth the visit? | What does Bart say
– LEGOLAND Windsor review: 30 years of memories | What does Bart say
– Paultons Park review: the gold standard for family thrills? | What does Bart say
– Thorpe Park review: did Hyperia meet my two-year expectations? | What does Bart say
– Plopsaland Belgium review: celebrating 25 years of thrills! | What does Bart say
– Bommelwereld review: is this indoor theme park worth visiting? | What does Bart say
– Winter Efteling 2025-2026 review: better than previous years? | What does Bart say
– Bobbejaanland Wintert review: a successful first edition? | What does Bart say 🗞️ Published in First Drop #117.
– Toverland Winter Feelings review: why this is a must-visit! | What does Bart say
– Prater Vienna review: a city amusement park like no other! | What does Bart say
– Europa-Park 50th anniversary review: the ultimate birthday party! | What does Bart say
– Steinwasen-Park review: alpine coasters & wildlife on a mountain | What does Bart say
– LEGOLAND Deutschland review: Germany’s massive brick-built empire! | What does Bart say
– Erlebnispark Tripsdrill review: a theme park with a soul (and wine)! | What does Bart say
– Efteling summer 2025 review: huge expectations, but does it deliver? | What does Bart say
– Mer de Sable review: the ultimate Wild West adventure near Paris! | What does Bart say
– Jardin d’Acclimatation review: Paris’ best kept secret for thrillseekers | What does Bart say
– Movie Park Germany review: lights, camera, coasters! | What does Bart say
– Walibi Holland Bright Nights review: why winter suits this park! | What does Bart say
– Winter Efteling 2024-2025 review: my honest opinion on the 26th edition | What does Bart say
🎡 Standalone attractions & experiences:
Looking for the best things to do during a city trip? Beyond the massive theme park resorts, Europe is packed with incredible standalone tourist attractions, immersive horror events, and unique city experiences. From the scariest Halloween scare zones to famous observation decks and family-friendly indoor activities, these honest reviews help you decide which world-famous sights are genuinely worth your time and ticket price.
– THIS IS HOLLAND review: unmissable stop on your Amsterdam trip? | What does Bart say
– Horror Zone: Fields of Blood review: de nachtmerrie van 2026! | What does Bart say
– Horror Zone Area 73 review: secrets better left in the dark? | What does Bart say
🍿 Funfairs:
Experience the unique atmosphere, bright lights, and intense adrenaline of traditional European funfairs. In this section, I bring you along to the continent’s biggest mega-fairs, historic city kermisses, and temporary amusement events. Read my detailed atmosphere reports and attraction reviews to find out which traveling flat rides, coasters, and food stalls you absolutely cannot miss this season.
– Foire du Trône review: pure adrenaline in the heart of Paris! | What does Bart say
🏨 Hotels & accommodations:
Is staying on-site at a theme park resort worth the premium price tag? In my honest theme park hotel reviews, I analyze everything from heavily themed family suites and premium amenities to exclusive resort perks like early park access. Discover whether official resorts at Phantasialand, Europa-Park, or Parc Astérix deliver on their magical promises, or if you are better off booking a budget hotel nearby.
– Hotel Ling Bao review: Phantasialand’s best resort choice? | What does Bart say
– Tripsdrill Wildlife Resort review: the Shepherd’s Wagon experience | What does Bart say
– Parc Astérix & Les Quais de Lutèce review: Europe’s best resort? | What does Bart say
– Phantasialand Wintertraum & Matamba review: the perfect winter escape? | What does Bart say
🧠 Park thoughts & opinions:
Welcome to the place where I let my theme park thoughts run wild. This section is dedicated to deep analytical industry insights, future predictions, rollercoaster rankings, and my personal theories on major destination developments—like the highly anticipated Universal Studios UK project. Dive into my personal highlight lists and join the conversation about the future of global themed entertainment.
– My top 10 coasters & the European B&M mission | What does Bart say
– Efteling’s biggest challenge: is the magic starting to fade? | What does Bart say
– Theme park season 2025: the 5 absolute highlights of the year! | What does Bart say
– Universal Studios UK: a massive shift in Europe’s theme park landscape | What does Bart say
– My theme park season 2024 review: a year of unforgettable adventures | What does Bart say
