Part glee and part terror, roller coasters provide an impossible-to-match feeling and the ultimate dopamine hit. You're strapped and secured, and then within seconds, you're catapulted at speeds that can surpass 100 mph.
Whether chugging up a lift hill or launching into inversions, roller coasters can inspire euphoric highs and a healthy dose of exhilaration. Innovations in roller coasters fuse cutting-edge technology with the timeless thrills of air time, steep drops and excellent theming.
As National Roller Coaster Day approaches Aug. 16, I've compiled this list of 10 of the best coasters in the U.S.
Location: Cedar Point, Sandusky, Ohio
With a world-record-setting ride experience, Steel Vengeance has earned its place at the top of just about every roller coaster list. Cedar Point is often referred to as the "roller coaster capital of the world," and Steel Vengeance is the park's lynchpin.
The records on this mammoth coaster include the world's longest hybrid roller coaster at 5,740 feet and the most air time on any roller coaster, clocking in at a shocking 27.2 seconds. The two-minute-and-30-second ride is unrelenting and begins with a 200-foot drop at 90 degrees with speeds that reach 74 mph. From there, you'll encounter three zero-g rolls, a zero-g stall and overbanked turns that push the limits of physics.
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The intricately laid track weaves at a rapid pace throughout the enormous wooden structure, with plenty of near-miss thrills and close calls. Add in a finale of five small air-time hills, and you have a perfect coaster that will make your head spin and heart flutter with joy.
Location: Silver Dollar City, Branson, Missouri
They broke the mold when engineering Time Traveler at Silver Dollar City. It's a physics-defying, genre-busting, spinning roller coaster. This is the world's fastest, steepest and tallest spinning coaster, with a shocking 90-degree vertical drop right out of the station and two launches that send you soaring through the maze of track.
The g-forces on this coaster alone are worth traveling to this charming theme park in the Ozarks near Branson. The unique circular trains reach speeds of up to 50.3 mph as each car free-spins through three inversions and air-time moments. The smooth ride is most thrilling from the back row, though the ride experience is different every time.
Location: Hersheypark, Hershey, Pennsylvania
Unrelenting in the best way, Wildcat's Revenge at Hersheypark debuted in June 2023 to raves, and it earned the Golden Ticket Award for Best New Roller Coaster of 2023. This new Rocky Mountain Construction addition to the coaster-centric park is a
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Ahead of Labor Day, Capital One launched a very lucrative Air France-KLM transfer bonus. From now through Sunday, Sept. 29, when you transfer your Capital One miles to Air France-KLM Flying Blue, you'll receive 20% bonus miles. Therefore, when you transfer 1,000 Capital One miles, you'll get 1,200 Flying Blue miles, making this offer a 1:1.2 ratio.
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It has been a very eventful summer and we're all sad to see it go. As we soak up these final days in the sun, endless deals from some of our favorite travel-friendly brands are here to help you prepare for pumpkin spice season. Labor Day sales are in full swing and that means steep discounts on fall-ready clothing, new footwear, outdoor gear, beauty products, and more. We've rounded up all the top deals for travelers, whether you're looking to refresh your fall wardrobe, prep for autumn camping trips, or restock your skincare essentials. There are plenty of deals to shop now through the weekend—and some even running through mid-September. Below, find the best Labor Day sales from Brooklinen, Calpak, Cozy Earth, Monos, and more.
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For so many, Siem Reap, Cambodia, is synonymous with its famed UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat, one of Southeast Asia’s most significant archaeological grounds. But beyond these iconic ruins is a city brimming with riverside cafés, festive bar scenes, cultural experiences, and French-style colonial streets. Siem Reap is also a culinary hotspot, boasting everything from expertly crafted street food to contemporary cuisine, with several restaurants earning spots on Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants list. And outside the urban hustle lies exciting cultural experiences in the province’s rural villages and countryside.