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If I had my way I would pick building a new attraction in The Vortex spot. It would just make a nice backdrop for the park. I would like a multi-launch coaster but a huge RMC would look good back there. I just like seeing large Woodies and still miss the huge drop hill of SOB . . but not the painful ride experience. It just sat there looking ominous over the park when you came in. That being said I would like a new coaster and revamp of AZ too. I cannot put my finger on it but the whole area just feels disjointed to me – idk doesn’t make sense. Then The Vortex site could be the return of Swan Lake, trees, walking path, sit-down restaurant similar to the Outpost at KD.

Because I like water features, I always wished the park went up to the Little Miami River. Not sure how much of the houses you would see on the other side, guess it depends on how high is the ride. But I envisioned something like ziplines, walking trails, maybe even horse rides. I know it's silliness for CF parks but I would like it.

I just hope we do not have to look at empty spots where Invertigo, Congo Falls or The Bat now sit . . Drop Tower too. What is the longevity of those type of rides? Because now we have to look at an empty lot where Vortex sat until something new comes along. That one seemed to happen before the park had planned. My guess they found fixing the support structure was just too cost prohibitive. I just don't want to see anything removed until there is a replacement plan.

Just curious where do they take roller coasters and other rides for off season maintenance. As a casual observer I see they have buildings 1) up front by the gate, where they also have offices, merchandise warehouses, maint bldg’s?? 2) Buildings behind The Racer. 3) Buildings housing the trains. Not sure if anything else is maintained back there. Do coasters go to one area or do they maintain them by proximity? Does each coaster have it’s own building, or do they share the same building? Does the same crew do all the maint? Or do the specialize in woodies vs steel vs flats. Some of my favorite KI pictures or videos is seeing the off season maintenance of techs breaking down rides and rebuilding them. That would be an awesome off-season tour to see the maint buildings.

A City Walk area like at Universal.

Great news . . happy to see the The Racer continue getting more love.

Just curious . . what food offerings do you get in the employee cafeteria?

I remember looking at the compass was one of favorite parts of riding the Skyride. I was a strange kid.

Bring back the "Enchanted Voyage". Seriously I know that would never happen. I just wish we can bring back more water features to the park. I feel like we have lost so many over the years and I know that sounds strange since we have a huge fountain in the front entrance.

I know alot of people would say not to disturb the sanctity of The Beast. But I would love a skyride going back in the woods and even go over part of The Beast would be great. That also takes away from using the skyride to get from one end the park to the other. But hey, the skyride at Lesourdsville Lake just took you over the lake and back and it was fun.

I would love for the mist to come back but I thought they removed it because it prematurely rusted out track. I guess they can use non-misting type of foggers but not sure how cost effective it would be for the long term. I love AE but I remember the year it opened and I went to ride the new coaster that year. I was loving every moment and then the final lift hill, the music, the statues with the arms swinging, the lava being dumped on the train. I think they even had droplets of water dripping on you (not sure about that one). The doors opened and I thought with this huge buildup we would be dropped in a deep dark tunnel or something. But no, the just opened back to the queue line. I thought "What the crap, that's it"!! Like I said I love the ride, rode it dozens of times. Just that first time I was expecting something amazing after the final lift hill.

I think we will get the 48 person version like this one.

Whatever coaster design is chosen it will be an already proven, reliable people eater. When Terp was still on the forum and Banshee was announced, he felt it some of KI's criteria going forward. I think by what we have seen that is still true today.

Not 100% sure this is the same case but the Ohio High Court ruled Cedar Fair pass holders are not due refunds for COVID-shortened season. https://www.journal-news.com/local/ohio-high-court-cedar-point-pass-holders-not-due-refunds-for-covid-shortened-season/CBQIK6RP6BGMNF5UWR4POUAMTI/

I love this . . thanks Kings Island!!!

If it is yearly operation then in addition to weekends Jan-Mar, I would like them to remain daily operation through the month of August like CP. Mon-Thu can still be 10-8 or even 12-8 days. Also, would love to see a rehab of Boo Blasters. With the combination of 12 years of BB plus 50 years of the same building (for me), it feels like KI is lacking in the dark ride category.

Here is park map from the Daily News-Texan newspaper from 1961. The 2nd park map was from 1960. I just find old park maps interesting. Source - https://www.rivershorecreative.com/blog/2020/7/21/six-flags-over-texas-early-park-ads-and-map-images?ss_source=sscampaigns&ss_campaign_id=632257616d5edc0d9a9deab3&ss_email_id=63498790259adc6a6cff4f13&ss_campaign_name=SFOT%3A+Early+Park+Ads+and+Map+Images&ss_campaign_sent_date=2022-10-14T16%3A00%3A19Z

First I want to say I love KI and this is by no means park bashing. But for me, I was somewhat initially excited for the Prestige pass when I got the invitation to purchase. I came close to purchase it but honestly the VIP area was never that appealing to me. Maybe I would feel different if I actually went and and sat down, but I never felt like I wanted to spend extra money on it. And note, I am someone who does spend extra money on merchandise/Souvenirs because I want to support the park. I like the suggestion as others mentioned to have something similar to Busch Gardens. If KI had a VIP area like that I would have bought the Prestige pass. I know the park wants to feel out how well the VIP area sells before making that type of expenditure. But they are not going to sell the VIP/Prestige pass to kids or teenagers. More to people who has the means and expects more. This might sound bad but I feel like it would spending steak house prices for McDonald's value. Plus it would become a huge expense for me because I have to buy for wife and kids too. I just think what they currently have should be more a like free option minus the water and chips. Also no kids without adult supervision so things don't get destroyed. Maybe I am wrong and just need to test it out once next year for myself.

Call it "Wild Coyote".

That's how I felt about the arbor tunnel as a child . . a portal between two worlds. I loved walking thru it.

This may sound strange since we have huge fountain in the front of the park. But I wish there were more water features around the park. Even bringing back the waterfall in TG. Or have The Beast water wheel still running . . I know the The Beast pond/lake would not come back, but the wheel could empty into a small pool and cycle back up to the top. Even a new Swan Lake area to walk around or sit and enjoy plant life or birds. I know most people go for the rides but I really do enjoy just walking around and taking in the park sounds and atmosphere. But I do love the rides too.

Kinda wish they would do a 10-8 days like Cedar Point until the end of August. I just like knowing I can go over to the park anytime and take a long lunch, get a ride in to forget work for awhile. But I guess we start our season earlier than CP.

Yes, it is always sad to see the closed hours on the calendar.

I got a feeling this type of activity may have occurred many times over the years . . not necessarily on the Ferris Wheel. They just never got caught. I would think the employees may have had their version of "band camp" sometime over the years. idk, maybe

I really enjoyed "Off the Rails" too. Both of these shows were a 'home run' for the park.