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Just re-joined GOCC after several years away from the club. Anyone here currently a member? I'm highly considering going to the Christmas party on Dec 9th at Sawmill Creek in Sandusky. Registration closes tomorrow (11/28) evening. Anyone else going?

I didn't really notice any difference. I felt like Adventure Port was kind of like it always was, maybe with a little different color? The front of Enrique's left a lot to be desired imo. Outside of this area, nothing was real noticeable. One area I had hoped they would have improved was from RT Larossa's to the Eiffel Tower...it was not. I'm not 100% certain, but I feel like they were always wrapped there, but more toned down. Could the additional new lights be just replacing old ones with brighter lights?

Agreed Dwight!

I guess they say imitation is a form of flattery.

Haha! I enjoyed the turkey, it was nice and moist. Gravy or stuffing would have been a good addition or cranberry relish. the first year of Mac n cheese bar was amazing. I had hopes that after KD added their year round restaurant (no longer available) we would get it, to that caliber.

Ate at Coney BBQ and enjoyed the turkey. The corn soufflé was okay. Nothing was too special with the turkey, and we’ve had it before. Had the Mac n cheese bar for a second meal and I was extremely underwhelmed. The chicken was dry, the cheese sauce was meh and the offerings of toppings were not as good as what we’ve had in the past.

Thanks for that...I am guessing though that half of what is "holiday" is renamed for the holiday vs anything special.

They did. At one point there were pierogies and sauerkraut. I remember others too.

Grain and Grill is Scrooge’s Sausagehaus - featuring items that are found at other places in the park.

The menus have been released, a day before the event. Seems quite lame to me.

Looks like the menus have been released. Is it me or does it seem more standard season options than holiday options? I feel like there used to be more specialty meals.

I had no idea this happened. Very cool!

I saw screenshots of the app but it was missing probably about 60% of the info.

Has anyone seen the actual information from the park on what is being served at each restaurant?

They were used at CP at all of the major coasters.

I forget where I read it, but the other parks have had issues with the trolley itself. Show gone - for sure budget cuts....if they can keep the trolley running it may be good, but imagine the headache of trying to dodge overly rambunctious people with the trolley. I'm also wondering why they're doing this vs the horse drawn carriage.

The webcam is not working for me.

Well this year they were “fully staffed” yet they didn’t have full staffing on ride platforms, drink stands/restaurants closed, etc.

You da best lol

sorry for the double post I imagine Mr. Helbig may be ready to share his story prior to Coasterstock tickets going on sale (if it happens) or before the new coaster opens. #staytuned.

Hey @BoddaH1994 did you realize that in Action Zone, every single coaster is below the track? There is two suspended and an inverted? Seems like a concrete village. It seems like it's always been that way. A face lift could really be good, especially if the merger goes through.

All I can say is lol.

Same here....though 2023 CP was far more amazing to me than any other park. I agree with you 2022 felt like they really figured it all out. 2023 came around and it was like: "well we made it to #51, that's good enough." I used to love doing a full day at the park...my last visit, I lasted 51 before I was "KI'd out" as @malem would say. I truly can't put my finger on what it was, the atmosphere, the ride operations or the loss of a celebration feeling. I'm looking forward to visiting for Winterfest, trying not to get my hopes up too much.

Knowing Mr. Helbig quite well, he will share his story as soon as he is ready. As far as it has been indicated, I can say I am pretty sure there is not a NDA from leaving the park.

Haha! Appreciate ya!