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Dollywood Suggestions/Tips
darkrider68 replied to Oldiesmann's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
Was there for a few days back in July of 2013. Never felt I needed a q-bot. Seemed the longest wait was always for Tennessee Tornado. Don't miss the quirky stuff like Blazing Fury and Mountain Slidewinder. Had some real good wood fired pizza at a place near the Thunderhead and Mystery Mine. Dolly's museum is interesting. We did Dixie Stampede as well because my ex girlfriend wanted to. -
I've been in line at times at CP and the coaster will shut down "due to rain" and I haven't felt a drop. Another anecdotal comment by me.
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Whither Conneaut Lake Park Now?
darkrider68 replied to The Interpreter's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
I love Waldameer as well. This is the first year I probably will not be going in some time. Aside from attempting to slash the amount of money I spend on amusement parks every year, it's kind of bitter-sweet when I go there. I had great times with my kids there when they were younger and my (ahem) ex-girl friend at the time. I will miss 2 of my fav rides, Ravine Flyer 2 and Wacky Shack, but I think I'm going to go to Camden Park and try to go to Carowinds for some new experiences. It will be mostly a CP and KI season with a trip to Indiana Beach in July. Wasn't planning on IB, but my buddy bought a season pass and has free bring a friend tickets. Didn't get to ride Lost Coaster of Superstition Mountain anyway last time I was there, so hopefully it will be running!! -
Whither Conneaut Lake Park Now?
darkrider68 replied to The Interpreter's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
A short drive away is Waldameer which is state-of-the-art in comparison. -
Whither Conneaut Lake Park Now?
darkrider68 replied to The Interpreter's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
What do you guess are the chances of them opening for the season? -
How'd you get over your fear of Roller Coasters
darkrider68 replied to CoasterDirected's topic in Kings Island
Cedar Point was always my home park. We went there every year mid-late 70s, but I was always afraid of Corkscrew and Gemini. In the early 80s we went to KI and with that magical visit, my fear disappeared. I couldn't get enough of Racer, Screamin' Demon, Bat and Beast on that trip. Haven't had any fear since. -
Cedar Point Opening Day 2015
darkrider68 replied to skinneric's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
Yes, it was delilightfully empty on that day last year. Will history repeat itself though? I'll be going on pass holder preview the night before opening day and maybe the day after, so I hope so!! -
I left at 12:40 because it was getting so crowded (plus feeling under the weather). Couldn't believe all the cars in the lot as I was driving out.
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Immersive Dark Ride Planned For Kings Island?
darkrider68 replied to BoddaH1994's topic in Kings Island
Anecdotal, I know, but it seems that Boo Blasters still holds appeal. There are always plenty of young families in line for it when I'm there. Again, I admit anecdotal. -
Whither Conneaut Lake Park Now?
darkrider68 replied to The Interpreter's topic in Other Amusement Parks & Industry News
I can't see how this place stays open. The only time I was there it looked like an abandoned amusement park with some rides that were still running. -
It was off both times I went last fall as well. I wonder if they just neglect to turn it on or there's something wrong with it? I'll be going next weekend. The day depending on the weather. Hope Sunday.
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Immersive Dark Ride Planned For Kings Island?
darkrider68 replied to BoddaH1994's topic in Kings Island
Record label too. -
Immersive Dark Ride Planned For Kings Island?
darkrider68 replied to BoddaH1994's topic in Kings Island
This is very exciting. CP needs a dark ride bad. Nice if KI got another. -
KI preview night, 4/17 (only for passholders who renewed by 11/6)
darkrider68 replied to malem's topic in Kings Island
Thanks!!! -
KI preview night, 4/17 (only for passholders who renewed by 11/6)
darkrider68 replied to malem's topic in Kings Island
Too bad CP doesn't offer the Gold to us home park members. I must say KI treats it's Gold members well. If KI was my home park, it would be really tempting to forgo the Platinum for the less expensive Gold. Not sure on that though.