Sky Voyager Discussion

[rappa]

Actually I don’t agree. 

Looking at the model the horizontal beams run parallel to the gondola where as if another frame went next to this they would be perpendicular. 

Either the rendering is innacurate or the 2nd module would be to the left or right of this with the screen where the camera is. 

[DaptoFunlandGuy]

The rendering doesn't show the diagonal cross bracing, so it's already inaccurate, but you do have a point about the roof beam alignment.

Richard's point about the plate seems to suggest another module bolted on beside it, which would suggest everyone is facing forward toward the previous screen location, but if the roof beam alignment has any bearing, perhaps the are facing sideways, and the screen is in the middle - meaning the slanted roof is completely wasted, and the screen is limited in size by the lowest part of the ceiling... which would suck...

logic suggests for that reason Richard's plates have got the money... but i've long since given up trying to work out Dreamworld's plans with logic.

[New display name]

Red opening is smaller than Green opening.

Blue = possible location for a connection to a hanging beam.

[MickeyD]

All speculation at this stage, my guess is this will form part of the boarding area for the 3 floors connecting the 3 levels of motion bases/platforms that are yet to be assembled.

The screen will roughly sit where it previously did.

The current structure will extend 2 main lengths, (not yet built as I write this) each slightly longer than the existing first west side (pictured).

Two rows of 10 and three levels of Gondolas will run North facing, connecting from the existing structure, onto the next etc.

Best seats in the house would likely be ground floor, row 7-10 in the 1st bank and 1-3 in 2nd tower. Worse spots row lower ground 1-3/7-10 level 1.  The edge seats up top on level 3 would also be impacted by the curve of the screen but can offer some  bonus vertigo thrills.

I believe a slightly smaller 4th tower will be attached to the 2nd ride tower  (similar to the existing 1 shown) and serve as the general exit and structure support.

[Thrill Seeker]

Hi all, new around here. After the photos and videos on social media I have sketched what I believe may be the layout of this new attraction. Any thoughts?

[pushbutton]

I would love it if there was a pre-show. In my opinion that is something that is sorely missing from all Gold Coast theme parks since Bermuda Triangle closed at Sea World (technically before that since they stopped the pre-show on that before they closed it completely.

[Gold Coast Amusement Force]

Sorry I couldn’t take a picture over the barrier but they don’t like it.

[mssveattck]

A video of the i-Ride structure inside the building found on instagram, looking like most of the main framework for where the gondolas sit is complete. This also pretty much confirms the ride will have a 60 seat capacity over 6 seperate gondolas, over 2 levels, facing the same orientation as the original dreamworld cinema. The caption of the post also states that the gondola installation will be happening very shortly.

Edited October 15, 2018 by mssveattck

[Slick]

Had a quick walk around, here's what I noted:

• work is barrelling ahead on i-Ride - there's plenty of folks on-site cracking into construction
• Looks like they're gearing up to start work on the Lazy River in WhiteWater World - plenty of flags on-site. How does this relate to i-Ride you might ask? There's additional temporary buildings on-site near the cinema and a lot of buzz around the reservoir - all signs point to them using the dirt they pull up for the Lazy River to help fill in the reservoir (when I say all signs I mean I easily over-heard a few hard-hats chatting about it from the Giant Drop walkway.)

[pushbutton]

Great info! What do you mean though by the reservoir?

[Flynn_Smith]

7 minutes ago, pushbutton said:

Great info! What do you mean though by the reservoir?

I believe he's referring to the Thunder River Rapids reservoir.

[pushbutton]

12 minutes ago, Flynn_Smith said:

I believe he's referring to the Thunder River Rapids reservoir.

I thought it might have referred to that, but like you I'm not sure which is why I'm asking!

Edited October 17, 2018 by pushbutton

[MickeyD]

For someone who spends so much time on Parkz @pushbutton you probably should know what a reservoir is.

[pushbutton]

42 minutes ago, MickeyD said:

For someone who spends so much time on Parkz @pushbutton you probably should know what a reservoir is.

I wasn't aware of that. Is it mentioned in the forum rules somewhere? I must have missed it. I'll have a read of it one day. 

[TomiJ]

49 minutes ago, MickeyD said:

For someone who spends so much time on Parkz @pushbutton you probably should know what a reservoir is.

I don't understand this post @MickeyD what is Parkz?? 

[Gary86]

Todays update.

[Thrill Seeker]

Please don’t say they have painted the brick that orange tin fence Color?

 

[Mc coaster]

By the looks of it I am pretty sure that is just a wrap to cover and protect the building.

[themagician]

IT’S OFFICAL the name is ‘Sky Voyager’ and the ride is costing $17 million

https://www.couriermail.com.au/business/dreamworld-unveils-new-virtual-reality-attraction-sky-voyager/news-story/8fbce2edf128996d48174e71e9fc517a

 

DREAMWORLD’S new $17 million virtual reality ride will take guests on a journey over Aussie icons including Surfers Paradise and Sydney Harbour as the theme park ramps up efforts to win back the public.

To be called the Sky Voyager, the attraction, which will open in time for the summer holidays, is the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere and is the most significant investment at the park since the Thunder River Rapids tragedy which claimed four lives.

The 2016 disaster, and the harrowing inquest that has followed, have been major blows to the Dreamworld brand, but theme park officials are hopeful the new attraction will turn the tide.

The state-of-the-art simulator features an electrical motion platform with six gondolas of 10 seats each suspending in front of a giant dome screen.

The flying experience combines airborne motion-programmed seating with live action footage and special sensory effects such as swooping, diving, gliding and jetting over and around spectacular Australian landscapes.

Guests will glide over the ocean towards Surfers Paradise, soar above Sydney Harbour, hover above a white water raft on the Tully River in far north Queensland and float among hot air balloons in South Australia’s Barossa Valley. Developed in partnership between Dreamworld owner Ardent Leisure and leading simulation company, Brogent Technologies Inc, Sky Voyager is the first of a host of new rides and attractions being rolled out at Dreamworld over the next 12 to 18 months.

Dreamworld general manager of marketing Philip Hancox said the Sky Voyager would quickly become a favourite at the theme park.

“The excitement is certainly building here at Dreamworld as we get closer to opening this state-of-the-art attraction, which will be a favourite for all ages,” he said.

“Sky Voyager is the prefect name, as it will take guests on an Australia voyage by air, creating a truly unforgettable experience.”

Dreamworld has also partnered with leading travel company Experience Oz, who will be an ambassador for the ride.

[themagician]

Here’s a look at the rides logo 

The website has also been updated to include facts about the ride 

https://www.dreamworld.com.au/rides/family-rides/sky-voyager

[pin142]

When seeing that logo this came to mind

[pushbutton]

3 minutes ago, pin142 said:

When seeing that logo this came to mind

The logo looks fine to me.

[Gary86]

Dreamworld uploaded this to YouTube

 

[New display name]

42 minutes ago, pin142 said:

When seeing that logo this came to mind

 

I'm thinking 80's metallic retro style.

 

@Gary86I can't decide if it's on hold music or elevator music playing in the clip.

Edited November 2, 2018 by Skeeta

[Brad2912]

Here is an interview with the Marketing manager who appears to be a total dork... I’m not sure why he is doing the press meeting with a hard hat on when he’s clearly well outside the construction envelope, and if he mentions It’s the first in the Southern Hemisphere one more time you could turn it into a drinking game...

https://www.facebook.com/840702249361798/posts/1882476068517739/