Yes, I think they will do it incredibly, and yes the Golden Tickets will probably continue. That being said, will the kids like it as much? Does it appeal to them? I would think interacting with the characters they see on TV would be more fun for them. The Peanuts are great, but kids don't have much interaction with them. Some might look at the comics, but not nearly the amount that watch Nick.
I'm not trying to change things, my posts won't make an ounce of difference. And I know it will be done very well. I'm just saying, it is for the kids.