They seem to have an idealistic notion to stick to a scientific, museum-like attraction with minimal "theme park" attractions such as thrill rides. Even Disney offer only a couple of thrill rides in -land and World. I don't give this vision much chance of success at this scale.
My guess is that, after realizing pretty good attendance over the first season of phase one, interest in phase two will be low and repeat visits will be hard to generate. So, they will back off their idealistic eco-educational plan and play more to the masses. Then, you'll see some roller coasters, motion simulators and more thrill-type rides and shows.
Of course, this mission change might change the whole scope of the park and its surroundings over the long term. For better or worse, time and foot traffic will tell.
I don't see why you can't have fun rides and promote and an educational eco-experience in the same venue. Rides for the sake of rides will turn this into Astroworld. Personally, if were in another state and given the choice of going to a branded place like Disney or providing my family with an educational experience and they had similar rides, the choice would be obvious.
I'm not current with the latest themepark attractions. Are the any themeparks out there that offer this type of experience?
Earth Quest Adventures
in Other Houston Neighborhoods
Posted
I don't see why you can't have fun rides and promote and an educational eco-experience in the same venue. Rides for the sake of rides will turn this into Astroworld. Personally, if were in another state and given the choice of going to a branded place like Disney or providing my family with an educational experience and they had similar rides, the choice would be obvious.
I'm not current with the latest themepark attractions. Are the any themeparks out there that offer this type of experience?