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The dawn of 2012 has brought extreme popularity to the capital of United Kingdom. The Queen\u2019s Diamond Jubilee was the first event to put London to lime light this year. The Emirates<\/a><\/strong><\/span> Air Line cable car made another milestone in the history of London transportation. The iconic glass building \u2013 Shard inaugurated to become the tallest structure in Western Europe.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thriving with celebrations of all kinds, the theme parks in London vie for novelty rides. Thorpe Park launched a new ride to draw visitors along with the Summer Olympics.<\/span><\/p>\n

Swarm is regarded as London\u2019s first winged roller coaster. With a remarkable history, Swarm has dedicated its latest addition to thrill takers. Get your minds blown with the 2,543 foot long rides. The adrenaline pumping rides features near misses, 127 foot drops and unbelievable inversions!<\/span><\/p>\n

While everything happens under the sun, Alton Towers has introduced its newest ride underground in the darkness. Guaranteeing an enthralling adventure, experiences are chilly than thrilling. If this is too much to take, try out the Sharkbait Reef. It is an interesting pirate themed tunnel.<\/span><\/p>\n

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has no shortage of visitors. It houses the tallest and fastest roller coaster with a peak of 235 feet. Yet, there is something new for 2012.<\/span><\/p>\n

London is an eventful city this 2012. Explore what\u2019s in store and experience! Book your cheap flights<\/strong><\/span> <\/a>online with us now.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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