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Alton Towers Day 1! Coasters & FUN! Wicker Man, Smiler, Th3teen, Duel, River Rapids & More!

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πŸ‘οΈ 53K viewsπŸ“… 5 years ago⏱️ 31:02

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents the first day of a trip to Alton Towers resort during a UK road trip. Staying at the Splash Landing Hotel, the creator utilizes a special hotel guest entrance to access the park. The video highlights the park's aesthetic, noting the beautiful gardens, forests, and lakes that distinguish it from other theme parks. The creator also observes Mardi Gras decorations and stationary floats throughout the grounds. The day involves riding several major attractions, including Rita, Th13teen, Smiler, Wicker Man, Duel, and the River Rapids. Weather conditions become a significant factor as the creator experiences rain and hail, which leads to a weather delay for the Oblivion coaster. Despite the rain, the creator manages to ride Smiler and Wicker Man. The video concludes with reflections on the park's accessibility and the importance of packing waterproof gear for the English weather. The creator expresses a desire to explore the historic towers and the new Gangsta Granny attraction on the following day.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Mardi Gras
Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

this is hands down my favorite uk theme park and one of my favorite theme parks in the world

having a rain jacket is a must in england an absolute must

wicker man so good i sat in the front row and it was awesome

the gardens are their own whole separate thing i've showed bits and pieces of them in my videos

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pack a rain jacket and waterproof shoes for England
βœ“Use the hotel guest entrance to avoid morning crowds
βœ“Plan for short park hours on weekdays (10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Difficulty getting to the park as a tourist β€” Research public transportation or travel with locals; the park is in a rural area
Riding in rain or cold weather β€” Bring rain gear and layers; the park has indoor queue sections

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the must-ride attractions at Alton Towers?
QHow can visitors prepare for weather in England?
QWhat is the best strategy for navigating the park efficiently?

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