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The new Aqua Slidecoaster is wild. NCL’s first cruise ship water roller coaster. Would you try it?

La Lido Loca
La Lido Loca
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👁️ 46K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:22

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a firsthand look at the testing and initial passenger trials of the new Aqua Slidecoaster on a Norwegian Cruise Line vessel. The video begins by demonstrating the testing process using weighted fake passengers to ensure the mechanics function correctly. The creator highlights a specific mechanical arm designed to launch rafts into the first tunnel at high speeds. After the mechanical tests are deemed successful, the video captures the transition to real human passengers participating in the attraction. The creator observes the launch process, noting the speed at which the rafts are propelled through the course. Despite the cold weather conditions during the filming, the creator concludes that the slide coaster appears to be an exciting and fun addition to the ship.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It's insane. Engage the motor. Here we go. Wow. And off they go.

The tests are successful because now we're getting human passengers.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the Aqua Slidecoaster and how does it work?

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