BoddaH1994

That's one thing that I don't like about KI's food department. I try to eat better, and I've been overall successful, but I need to eat things that aren't so great for you at KI because they really don't offer much else.

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Give me a few days so I can get my computer working at 100% again and I'll create a tutorial with screen shots and whatnot. I'll post it in the forums.

You have to have the URL of the photo. Scroll over the images at the top of the post window and find the one that says "insert picture". Click that, and enter the URL in the box that appears. It will put the necessary coding in the post.

I'm just saying that no where in the press release would Kings Island have said that they were doing this to boost attendance. It kind of make the park look bad unnecessarily. It's kind of like a reporter covering a car accident and saying that it was a result of drugs and alcohole even if the police report didn't say that.

Since it's open now, I was curious as to what you guys thought about Flashback: Totally 80s. Please don't vote in the poll until you've seen the show... I shouldn't have to say that.

Beech Bend is Great! It has awesome atmosphere, a nice selection of Flats, and the Rumbler! If you're not Stark Raving Mad for a crazy awesome park, then Beech Bend is not for you. But The Kentucky Rumbler is great enough for Me! I'll hand you that the people who worked at Beech Bend were very nice. Much nicer than Holiday World, despite the Golden Ticket. You have to admit that the park could easily be converted from an amusement park to a Zamerla showroom, though.

Run down a list of owners. Has the Coney Island Group owned it since then?

They undoubtedly did it to boost attendance. I'm saying that the comment had to have been ammended by the journalist because the park would never say that.

I'm fine with people using this thread to post their own construction photos.

The two-for-one deal is something they've done on and off for quite a while. I doubt that they're doing it to "boost attendance" necessarily, as the article states. Something like that would certainly have not been in the press release, that was probably assumed by the journalist.

There's more to come at KI this year. I talked to Don a few days ago and he mentioned that after the 4th of July, they'll start working on the next thing, but wouldn't tell me what it is. Keep posted.

Kings Island asked me to remind everyone that they have no plans of reopening the 50ft observation deck.

I was asked by the park to once again remind you that they have no plans of reopening the 50ft platform.

[letting loose] Holiday World isn't a very good deal. Yeah, you get free drinks, but you actually paid for them in the price of admission. The park should cost about $20 to get into, but costs as much as KI with very little to offer beyond the Voyage. Beech Bend has excellent Barbeque sauce. The park's a dump, but the BBQ is great. That's all I really have to say. Never been to Dollywood, but I've never heard anything bad about it. Only extremely positive things. [/letting loose]

Believe it or not, the cast of Endless Summer on Ice was given a choice of a few days and elected to have Wednesdays off. That was last year. I'm not sure if they simply used the same schedule again this year or if they chose to have it off again.

Unfortunately no. I actually went up there for a side project for the park and just shot a few to share with the KIC community. I was up there for literally 2 minutes or less.

There were quarters, dimes, pennies, and the occasional half-dollar. My only guess is that all nickels were instantly enchanted into the dividend.

I didn't dare ask. My guess is that either maintanance did it or the people who installed the lighting system put it up there.

If you remember the 80s (and I'm sorry, a lot of us don't -- I remember little things) then you'll really appreciate the show. If you don't remember the 80s, you'll still enjoy the show. It's a win-win.

The wiring for those lights just kind of lays on the ground on that deck. It's also kind of dirty up there. I saw a bunch of coins, sunglasses, etc on the deck which clearly had been dropped from the upper decks. If they were ever to reopen it, it would take some work.

It was closed simply because staffing is very difficult for it. Wouldn't you rather have a 300ft deck open and a 50ft deck closed and send the 4 extra people to help out on the major rides? To my knowledge, there are no current plans to permanently reopen the 50ft deck.

I know some of you guys skip over the front page headlines because they get a little news-y for those who visit often, but we have one that you won't want to miss. KICentral was given a rare glimpse at the 50ft observation deck on the Eiffel Tower! It's been closed since the 80s, but at least you get to take a look at it. http://www.KICentral.com/photos/thumbnails.php?album=238

...and one of them performed at the Cincinnati Gardens.

There’s entertainment everywhere at Kings Island in 2008 and this Saturday, June 21st, Kings Island will give you a flashback to a time when Michael Jackson topped the charts, leg warmers were all the rage, and mullets were still socially acceptable in the brand new show Flashback: Totally 80s! Join the cast as they celebrate the 1980s in one of the most exciting and acrobatic shows that Kings Island has produced in years! People young and young-at-heart will enjoy some of the most timeless songs to hit the air waves in that decade. Flashback! Totally 80s! will debut in the International Showplace Theatre this Saturday, June 21st! Speaking of the 1980s, it was at some time in the early part of that decade that the decision was made to close the 50ft observation deck on Kings Island’s Eiffel Tower. For over 20 years, that deck as well as the stairs leading up the base of the tower have sat vacant. Many have seen the 50ft observation deck as the elevator has flown past it, but few can actually say they’ve actually stood on it. In the spirit of nostalgia, KICentral is excited to give you a rare glimpse of the 50ft observation deck as it stands today! Click here to see a preview of Flashback: Totally 80s! and photos of the Eiffel Tower’s defunct 50ft observation deck! Just a few weeks ago on May 24th, nostalgia was in the air at Kings Island as Robbie Knievel attempted to surpass his father’s legendary 1975 jump in the parking lot. This Independence Day, the nostalgia returns! In 1974, thousands in attendance at Kings Island watched in awe as the late great wire walker Karl Wallenda successfully completed an 1,800-skywalk right before their very eyes, setting a new world record. On July 4th, Karl’s grandson, Rick Wallenda, will attempt to break this record with two death-defying feats! First, Wallenda will make a 900ft walk beginning at the Eiffel Tower and passing over the Royal Fountains (which will be shooting 10,000 gallons of water at him) and ending up at the flag pole outside of the front gate. This feat will be done at a nerve-wrecking 112ft above the ground on a thin 5/8” cable. This event begins at 2pm. Next, Wallenda will attempt an amazing 2,000ft walk 75ft above the ground on another 5/8” cable above Coney Mall, in the same location that his grandfather made his legendary 1974 skywalk! This will happen later in the day at 7pm. Rick Wallenda will be performing both stunts with nothing between him and the ground—no harness, no safety net, as it is the only way that he will perform his stunts. Is that not enough? The 4th of July will also feature special appearances by the Clown Band, the Hanna Barbera characters, an amazing air show with sky jumpers, and topped off with the largest fireworks display in the 36 year history of the park! All events are included FREE with park admission. Discount tickets are available by visiting Kings Island’s official web site, VisitKingsIsland.com! You can also enter to win a VIP viewing area for the fireworks from Kings Island and Cincinnati.com by clicking here. The Cincinnati Reds were on hand at Kings Island on June 16th, and they certainly worked up the crowd with cheerleaders, the Reds Pump Up Crew, visits by Gapper and Mr. Red, and a question and answer session with some of your favorite Cincinnati Reds! Photos from the event can be seen by clicking here. Cincinnati Reds Day at Kings Island may still be history, but the partnership between the Cincinnati Reds and Kings Island continues with a very special ticket package. The Double Play Package offers the unique ability to visit both Kings Island and the Great American Ballpark all in the same summer while saving quite a bit of cash. The specially discounted Double Play Package can be purchased by visiting Kings Island’s official web site VisitKingsIsland.com! Visit Kings Island Sunday, June 29, and see the stars of The Young and Restless during the Joyce Becker Soap Opera Festival. Enjoy two Question & Answer sessions with actors Christian LeBlanc, Greg Rikaart, Daniel Goddard and actress Emily O'Brien. The event is FREE with park admission! Planning a visit to Kings Island? Be sure to add an All You Can Eat picnic mean to your ticket for the best meal deal in the park! Buy your meal ticket in advance online at www.visitkingsisland.com and you’ll enjoy a picnic-style meal complete with Southern fried chicken, hamburgers, hotdogs, baked beans, potato salad, unlimited soft drinks and ice cream treats. Kids under age 3 are free. Refreshments and food are served from 3:00pm to 4:30pm. This great money-saving deal is available daily in the Picnic Grove but hurry, space is limited! Kings Island has partnered with the Great Wolf Lodge and the Warren County Convention and Visitors Bureau to give away 30 prizes in 30 days! Between June 16 and July 15th, 2008, a special prize package will be awarded that includes a family four pack of two-day tickets to Kings Island, a three day two night stay at the Great Wolf Lodge and a gas card. To win one of these 30 amazing prizes visit www.ohioslargestplayground.com/win. Do you want the latest information sent directly to your cell phone? Sign up for KICentral's official mobile club and receive text alerts with the latest news and information about Kings Island! Signing up is fast and free! Click here for more information about KICentral's official mobile club! The summer is still young and it's not too late to get a Kings Island season pass! Purchasing a season pass gets you a whole summer of rides, shows, attractions and FREE admission to Boomerang Bay Waterpark Resort. Do you want the real deal? Kings Island now offers the new Cedar Fair Platinum Pass which includes FREE admission and FREE parking to all Cedar Fair properties such as Kings Island, Cedar Point, Geauga Lake's Wildwater Kingdom, Knott's Berry Farm and more! Click here for more information and to order your 2008 season pass! Is a season pass not right for you? Avoid the long lines and pay only a fraction of the regular gate admission by purchasing your single day admission tickets on the park's official web site, VisitKingsIsland.com. Remember these deals are ONLY available through the web site, so purchase online and print at home for the best value and fastest way to experience Kings Island! Are you an avid Kings Island fan or do you casually visit once a year? It doesn't matter! KICentral.com is the site for you. Why not register on the forums of KICentral and tell us about your thoughts and experiences involving Kings Island! Registration is fast, FREE, and easy. Don't forget to keep checking KICentral.com for the latest news, rumors and information about Kings Island amusement park! Regards, Ryan