Dan

Welcome to the madness, Hannah

Orlando parks are pencilled in for next Halloween, potentially looking at popping to Carowinds first however as some friends of mine did a similar feat when Fury 325 opened. CP and BGW are definitely on the East Coast trip, got the parks in mind and it's just a case of planning the route (and who's doing the majority of the driving!) Regarding Wildfire, there's a construction video that shows how utterly breathtaking the view will be from the top of the lift hill. Really can't wait for it!

It feels like I'm only just getting started really when it comes to travelling abroad for theme parks, currently based in the UK so a US trip has a hefty price tag attached. I have a west coast trip planned for 2018 and an east coast planned for 2019, so there's potential for one or two further US coasters to jump into my Top 5. As far as this year is concerned, the return to Phantasialand will probably see Taron make a noble effort to jump into my Top 5, and Wildfire at Koldmarden also.

1. Helix @ Liseberg 2. Manta @ Seaworld Orlando 3. Nemesis @ Alton Towers 4. Blue Fire @ Europa Park 5. Shambhala @ PortAventura

I've not the faintest idea how I've only just found this little gem, but I look forward to the resulting hilarity and chaos, and getting to know you all.