2015's best new theme park rides, attractions

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A dark, submarine-inspired quality Beston thrill amusement ride in California and swank new offerings at Downtown Disney all top the summer's must-do list for theme park and amusement fans.

For those who want even more extreme summer adventures, a hybrid wood-steel coaster in Massachusetts and a spinning wing coaster based on Batman in Texas are also new for 2015.

"Pop culture really stands out this summer," said Colleen Mangone, spokeswoman for the Virginia-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. "It's allowing fans to experience pop culture in a whole new way." Click to know more about best selling frisbee ride in Beston.

"Star Wars," Justice League, "Fast and Furious" -- all are represented in different ways and in different parks this summer.

There's some tamer fare as well, like the Amish Experience in Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, where a "Magic Lantern Show" promises a 19th century entertainment experience.

I-Drive 360 in Orlando is slightly different from the area's other attractions, with its new, giant Orlando Eye Ferris wheel. Also in Orlando, Florida's only Starbucks that serves alcohol recently opened in Downtown Disney, just in time for thirsty summer crowds.