The world is in a bit of a strange place right now and one of the last things anyone wants open is a park where mass crowds can gather. So while amusement parks are a bit of a risk right now, something that is risk-free is virtual travel. There are plenty of things to know about virtual tourism, but there's only one thing thrill-seekers need to know: Some of this includes access to theme park rides.
That's right - all of your favorite adventurous rides can be experienced from the comfort of your own home. While watching this won't push your stomach into your throat, it is a fun way to pass the time until amusement parks are allowed to open again.
Jurassic World Ride At Universal Studios
Buckle up your seat and get ready to rage aboard the Jurassic World Ride. Universal Studios is pretty well-known for its prehistoric experience and the only thing better than rewatching every Jurassic Park movie is to experience what being in one is like.
This ride, based on the most recent reboot of the movie series, is full of jump-scares and unseen threats - such as enormous animatronic dinosaurs and situations that feel as though riders have stepped back into a time when cavemen still roamed the earth.
Star Wars: Rise Of The Resistance At Disney
Everyone loves Star Wars and it was a big deal when this ride had its maiden voyage. Getting a chance to experience all of this holographic glory was a bit of a process, however - lines were incredibly long, and even waiting the entire day wouldn't necessarily grant park-goers access to the innovative experience.
Now, you can experience it all first-hand from your living room - complete with lightsaber battles and an authentic star destroyer setting.
WaterWorld Show At Universal Studios
If those of you at home can convince someone to occasionally spray you with the hose while watching this, it just might feel as though you're really there. The WaterWorld Stunt Show can be witnessed right on YouTube and while it won't be as dynamic and extravagant as actually being there, it's still a pretty cool experience nevertheless.
Pirates Of The Caribbean: Battle For The Sunken Treasure At Shanghai Disney
Argh, matey! All pirate jokes aside, this ride at Shanghai Disney is a popular one. While Disney is already open in Shanghai, the park is only allowing a 30% capacity rate, which means it might take some time before everyone who wants to go, can go.
In the meantime, with the help of virtual experiences, anyone around the world can experience the Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle for the Sunken Treasure ride without paying any fees, waiting on a line, or even traveling. There's nothing like witnessing dueling pirates and gold-filled treasure chests from the comfort of pajamas on your favorite couch spot. It's more comfortable than roller coaster seating, that's for sure!
Splash Mountain At Disneyland
If viewers follow this up with diving in the pool, it can be that much more authentic of an experience. This wild water ride takes passengers through curves and bends on the way to the ultimate cool-down, which is exceptionally satisfying on hot Disneyland days.
While a water slide won't likely fit in many people's back yards, that spray bottle filled with water would come in pretty handy during certain key parts of this splish-splashy virtual water ride.