marlfox_21 Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 I was wondering, for those of you who have been to the park this year, what is the mood of the park? Has it changed at all? Is it more cheery, colorful, or is it pretty much the same that it has always been? Has Cedar Fair taken any steps to improve the park's landscaping? Planting more flowers for example. I will know soon enough, but I am hoping for outside opinions. Quote
lil lynn Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 I was wondering, for those of you who have been to the park this year, what is the mood of the park? Has it changed at all? Is it more cheery, colorful, or is it pretty much the same that it has always been? Has Cedar Fair taken any steps to improve the park's landscaping? Planting more flowers for example. I will know soon enough, but I am hoping for outside opinions. The bathrooms are cleaner and there are more trash cans scattered everywhere. I am mad that CF hasn't done anything w/the garden clock by the Eiffel Tower. Quote
CoastersRZ Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 I would be surprised if that floral clock was not in full summer form for this weekend. Quote
The Interpreter Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 The park is much cleaner, the landscaping is greatly improved, the employees seem far more enthusiastic and helpful, and the mood on International Street is glum, in my opinion. Modern pop music is not classical music. It need not be Paramount music, but an International Street return to the classical music of pre-Paramount days would show that Cedar Fair IS serious about bringing nostalgia back. Quote
WooferBearATL Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 The park is much cleaner, the landscaping is greatly improved, the employees seem far more enthusiastic and helpful, and the mood on International Street is glum, in my opinion. Modern pop music is not classical music. It need not be Paramount music, but an International Street return to the classical music of pre-Paramount days would show that Cedar Fair IS serious about bringing nostalgia back. Such a simple fix for International Street. That one is a no brainer. Quote
MarketingExpress Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 The ride signs have definately been cared for in the off season as well. They aren't faded like they have been in past seasons. Quote
Outdoor Man Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 nostalgia.... that tag line is only supposed to make all of us schleps feel good about the fact that there was nothing under our tree this year. The "all-forward" Racer was the only "new" thing this year... and I'm gueesing that the decision had nothing to do with nostalgia. As far as mood is concerned. I agree with the music on Intl. Street... but really there's nothing international about it anymore anyway. The first couple of weekends I was REAL impressed with the overall attitude of the ride opps... then last week the apathy of "this is a job and it's going to be a long summer" seemed to leak in. Quote
WooferBearATL Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 nostalgia.... that tag line is only supposed to make all of us schleps feel good about the fact that there was nothing under our tree this year. The "all-forward" Racer was the only "new" thing this year... and I'm gueesing that the decision had nothing to do with nostalgia. As far as mood is concerned. I agree with the music on Intl. Street... but really there's nothing international about it anymore anyway. The first couple of weekends I was REAL impressed with the overall attitude of the ride opps... then last week the apathy of "this is a job and it's going to be a long summer" seemed to leak in. New shows? New special events and promotions? Seems there actually is quite a bit under the tree. Quote
Kman6 Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 The park looks cleaner..needs more color and landscaping though. Didn`t really notice much difference in the employee morale. They are friendly but how much after long hours of people asking questions and such what kind of mood would anyone be in? Quote
CoastersRZ Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 I would consider the new program on The Crypt almost like a new attraction. Yes the theming is gone, but the new program provides a very powerful and forceful ride experience. That is almost like a brand new ride for this season. And as others have mentioned, how can you forget the fact that there are two new shows in the Festhaus this year? Quote
WooferBearATL Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 I would consider the new program on The Crypt almost like a new attraction. Yes the theming is gone, but the new program provides a very powerful and forceful ride experience. That is almost like a brand new ride for this season. And as others have mentioned, how can you forget the fact that there are two new shows in the Festhaus this year? Kinda like a theater? So when they put a new movie in at Showcase, it's essentially a new theater? Quote
Gordon Bombay Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 Nope, not a new theatre, just a new attraction. Quote
Thrill_Biscuit Posted May 22, 2008 Posted May 22, 2008 The park is much cleaner, the landscaping is greatly improved, the employees seem far more enthusiastic and helpful, and the mood on International Street is glum, in my opinion. Modern pop music is not classical music. It need not be Paramount music, but an International Street return to the classical music of pre-Paramount days would show that Cedar Fair IS serious about bringing nostalgia back. Such a simple fix for International Street. That one is a no brainer. I second that! Heck, some licensing and a few good "WGUC" CDs and voila! Quote
KIBeast Posted May 23, 2008 Posted May 23, 2008 nostalgia.... that tag line is only supposed to make all of us schleps feel good about the fact that there was nothing under our tree this year. The "all-forward" Racer was the only "new" thing this year... and I'm gueesing that the decision had nothing to do with nostalgia. As far as mood is concerned. I agree with the music on Intl. Street... but really there's nothing international about it anymore anyway. The first couple of weekends I was REAL impressed with the overall attitude of the ride opps... then last week the apathy of "this is a job and it's going to be a long summer" seemed to leak in. Are we a little jaded? Quote
Outdoor Man Posted May 23, 2008 Posted May 23, 2008 yes, and I'm a little sensitive about it if you don't mind. Quote
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