Tuskin Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Are you making a hint that they might not be there now?
The Interpreter Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Nope. Just sayin'....they were there. Then again, so were a lot of other things. Now they may or may not be.
Tuskin Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Thats true, did we ever figure out what they are doing with ANY of those new trains?
PKIVortex Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Not yet. Rumor still has it that the Villain Trains may go on The Beast. And the Raging Wolf Bobs Train may become a 3rd train on SOB. I guess we'll find out sooner or later.
Tuskin Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Yup, I remember those. I was just curious to see if anyone had found anything else out about them
DropZone99 Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Whats Traver rocket ships? KI needs a ferris wheel, one like the huge one at SFKK.
The Interpreter Posted October 25, 2007 Posted October 25, 2007 Whats Traver rocket ships? . http://www.5centride.com/images/geaugarocketships.jpg http://www.euclidbeachpark.com/Rocket%20Ship%202.jpg
DropZone99 Posted October 26, 2007 Posted October 26, 2007 Those looks fun, it could be good in Flight Commanders old spot.
PKIVortex Posted October 26, 2007 Posted October 26, 2007 Talk about a classic ride, that would be one for sure.
Browntggrr Posted October 26, 2007 Posted October 26, 2007 But see the problem that DisneQwest encountered, was people like myself not willing to pay the money to enjoy it or the time, when there was other things in Downtown Disney that we wanted to do, and when we wanted to spend time in the actual parks. I was down in Disney for my two week honeymoon the we enjoyed it on two different occaisions. The first day was practically an all day experience, the second was for about 4 hours. It really is a nice break from being outside in the blistering Florida heat. Or on a rain day. Now that I really think about it, how about a Cirque de Soleil? Sure it would be an upcharge event, and probably built over near GWL, and have nothing to do with CF, but what a great attraction for the area! And for those of you that live near Dayton: http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSole...ts.htm?c=Dayton If you have the opportunity to go, DO IT! The shows are breathtaking. And worth every penny.
Outdoor Man Posted October 26, 2007 Posted October 26, 2007 while we're talking about shows, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, or whatever they call it now had an awesome River Dance show. For an amusement park I was flat-out impressed at the quality, detail, and complexity of it all. So, when are they going to announce ANYTHING for KI in 08 anyway? Are they?
Aves Posted October 26, 2007 Posted October 26, 2007 ^ Yea, seriously! Every other park has announced their plans, why haven't we?
CoasterKrazy Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 While I've not read this entire thread, if the rumors of a hyper for 2009 are true, I hope that Cedar Fair has enough respect for Kings Island to install a unique ride, rather than a clone. Just my two cents.
jzarley Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 I went to both the Orlando DisneyQuest (2x) and the branch in Chicago. I enjoyed it, but found it to be pretty much an identical experience all three times (it was a "once you've done it...you've done it" type of thing.) That didn't affect them nearly as bad in Orlando where you have a constant influx of new visitors already geared for the Disney experience. From what I've read, the business plan for the Chicago location called for a high amount of repeat traffic, and they just didn't get it. Once people visited, they didn't tend to regularly come back, so the business model was unsubstainable. It's too bad, because they had some really good and unique attractions. The VR sword fighting game was amazing...I also really liked the coaster simulator. (Our Dave & Buster's has one of those now, too...) I also thought they way they approached ticketing with the Amex "stored value" cards was interesting. I often thought that might offer an idea for how theme parks could handle ticketing and attractions in the future instead of POP...load up your card when you enter the park, then swipe it to "pay" for each attraction, food, merchandise, etc. throughout your day. (And, of course, there would be plenty of opportunity throughout the day to recharge your card ) But see the problem that DisneQwest encountered, was people like myself not willing to pay the money to enjoy it or the time, when there was other things in Downtown Disney that we wanted to do, and when we wanted to spend time in the actual parks. I was down in Disney for my two week honeymoon the we enjoyed it on two different occaisions. The first day was practically an all day experience, the second was for about 4 hours. It really is a nice break from being outside in the blistering Florida heat. Or on a rain day. Now that I really think about it, how about a Cirque de Soleil? Sure it would be an upcharge event, and probably built over near GWL, and have nothing to do with CF, but what a great attraction for the area! And for those of you that live near Dayton: http://www.cirquedusoleil.com/CirqueDuSole...ts.htm?c=Dayton If you have the opportunity to go, DO IT! The shows are breathtaking. And worth every penny.
Tuskin Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 That is interesting, so its somewhat like dave and busters in a sense where at db you fill up your card with points to play games, where as here you would fill it up for rides, food, entertainment, etc.
KIBeast Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 Personally I'd love to see KI get a package of new flats. A Breakdance, a Tilt-O-Whirl, a traditional Flying Carpet, a whip, spinning teacups etc etc etc. ...none of which GL had. Me too. I'd love to see a good 'ol whip and tilt-a-whirl at KI.
Aves Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 What about El Dorado ? Wasn't that a type Flying Carpet?
Guest faceoff Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 The el dorado should have been retired years ago. The ride is slow and really a waste of space. King's island doesn't need this ride. If they wanted a flying carpet ride, i suggest one like kennywood had. That one was a super ride. They removed the ride and replaced with the cosmic chaos.
ahank Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 The el dorado should have been retired years ago. The ride is slow and really a waste of space. King's island doesn't need this ride. If they wanted a flying carpet ride, i suggest one like kennywood had. That one was a super ride. They removed the ride and replaced with the cosmic chaos. Or the one from Holiday World. Loved that one. They replaced it with Hollow Swings.
The Interpreter Posted November 8, 2007 Posted November 8, 2007 Let's put it this way. That Kennywood Magic Carpet is the ONLY flat ride that ever made me close to violently ill. Not just sometimes. EVERY time I rode it. I'd be dizzy for days, literally.
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