PortAventura opens its doors on March 30th with great news

Vila-seca. Salou. March 21st, 2012. On Friday 30 March PortAventura opens a new season full of important innovations. The most prominent is undoubtedly Shambhala, the roller coaster being built in the area of ​​China whose inauguration will take place throughout the spring of 2012. The new attraction will be a fantastic journey of legend that will allow the traveler an experience of excitement and adventure in the Himalayas and feel that touches the sky. But there are more surprises to visitors: new shows, a motor home parking for travelers en route to spend the night and a traffic school for children where children will learn keys to travel on public roads. New shows for the whole family The new season of PortAventura comes with 5 new and colorful shows, among others that have been renovated with new choreography that moved the visitor on a journey through the different continents. In China you can see the new musical "Music Generation", an incredible and magical journey through the world of music from the 50s up to present, through a show full of energy, great dancing and acrobatics. "Killing the Saloon" in the area of ​​the Far West, is a dynamic and entertaining new show where the stars are dancing and music along with the laughter of the audience who will be involved at all times. In "Dance Mexico," a group of Mexican dancers encourage the environment and taken out to dance audiences with his repertoire of folk dances in the middle of a party that takes place at La Cantina. At the end of the day and as a farewell to visitors, the Mediterranean will host "Sesame Street Parade", a spectacular parade that will bring together all the artists of the park led by the characters of Sesame Street on a tour of vintage cars and horse-drawn carriages . The public can enjoy another year of some of the most well known shows in PortAventura, which have been renovated for the new season. Highlights include: "Bang Bang West", "Aloha Tahiti", "Pareos in Bora Bora," the "Temple of Fire," "Night of Fire in Tahiti" and "Boubblebou". In addition, different mini shows that will take place throughout the day in different parts of the park and funny and charming street animations liven the day to all visitors of PortAventura. Coinciding with the launch of Shambhala will premiere The Shaolin of Shambhala, a show about 15 minutes long to be held in the plaza of the new area is being built the spectacular attraction. 7 experts in Kung Fu will make a fantastic demonstration of martial arts and acrobatics, emulating the famous Shaolin monks. Other new 2012 Another big news this year is the launch of a driving school and driver education for children in the area of ​​China. The aim of this new attraction will learn concepts of road safety in a fun way for children. It will have a training session where they teach you some tips for driving on public roads, and then there will be a hands-on driving small cars along a circuit that plays an urban section with all its elements: pedestrian crossings, traffic lights and other traffic signs. Within its diversification, PortAventura also have this season of a motor home parking for 100 cars. Designed for road travelers looking for places equipped for the night, the parking will have the following services: power points in each park, toilets and showers on premises, storage for chemical toilets, launderette and snacks and soft drinks dispenser . Access to this parking require advance booking and will be marketed in a package along with park admission. For the MICE sector, the hotels PortAventura invests heavily in the renovation of the 500 rooms at the Hotel PortAventura. This reform has been raised to offer comfortable accommodation and functional design, both for the public holiday and especially for executives who made conventions or meetings in the adjoining PortAventura Convention Centre. Shambhala, Himalayan expedition PortAventura continues apace building Shambhala: the new star attraction of the theme park, a roller coaster whose silhouette elskyline completely change the park, so far dominated by the Dragon Khan, PortAventura symbol since its opening. It is a roller coaster of hypercoaster group, which are characterized by large size and height and a long journey, and to reach an impressive speed. Its opening is scheduled for next spring but will not match the opening day PortAventura door. In addition to cross at four points with the Dragon Khan, Shambhala will beat three European records: the highest rollercoaster (76 meters), the longest drop (78 meters) and fastest (134 km / h in first down). Have 5 camelbacks (elevation during the tour), the lowest of which have a height equivalent to a 7-story building. In each of these camelbacks, travelers will experience the effect known as air time, losing contact with the seat. Ingredients that will undoubtedly guarantee a fantastic journey of legend that will allow the traveler an unforgettable experience. The new roller coaster will not leave anyone indifferent, not only for those who want to go in it but also to the general public, who can walk very close to the structure, see the details of construction of the outbuildings and even closer to Lake attraction, one of the crucial points of the route where the carriages in contact with water. The new "ridge" of PortAventura, and is visible from many miles away, is being built in the area of ​​China in an area of ​​over 14,000 m2 themed in the Himalayas and the Kingdom of Bhutan, a country most isolated and least known of the world. Tickets and hotel promotions PortAventura has launched special deals and discounts to enjoy a full tour in the park, enjoying not only of its rides and shows but also a comfortable stay in its four themed hotels. Park Tickets: Ticket 2 days: 54 euros to buy a ticket in advance. Accommodation: Discount hotels of up to 50% on official rate. Promotion applies to a minimum stay of 2 nights. This discount is valid for the entire season based on availability and scheduling of hotels.

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