If you owned CF, how would you operate it?

[DontWantToWait42mar0]

I would not let my employees troll or act snobby on message boards.

[KI1997]

If it were financially possible, which it isn't, I would move Diamondback deeper into the woods. I love the ride to death, but it has ruined the secluded woodsy feel of Rivertown. I think the overall ride experience would be improved as well.

[The Interpreter]

What I would do

Add a major coaster to the smaller, less visited parks

REMOVE ALL THE Dinosaurs Alive!'s

Add something like Delirium to most parks

That last would not be wise. DA gives many school groups a way to characterize their trips to Kings Island with younger students in tow as educational during these trying fiscal times. It also contributes to income in other, more direct ways.

I submit that if you ran Cedar Fair, being the smart person you are, once you learned this, you'd change your mind.

[YoungStud]

Install more intamin coasters to give guests a different and better experience.

[LetsRide]

First, I simply want to acknowledge that overall, I am VERY satisfied with Kings Island and the current management. In the grand scheme of things, there really aren't a ton of things I would change realistically speaking. Sure, I have my dream image. Not all dreams are achievable though, and as someone else stated, we don't live in Roller Coaster Tycoon

Roller coasters in general:

I'm a bit of a roller coaster junkie. I LOVE roller coasters. Better yet, I love Kings Island's coasters. When asked what my favorite ride in the park is, I honestly don't know how to respond. Beast at night is one of the greatest things on earth. Diamondback is just an amazing ride to ride with your hands up in the air as your butt pops up out of the seat ever so slightly as you soar over its many hills. The design of Flight of Fear as a whole is brilliant, and the theming in the ride's line makes every trip to Flight of Fear well worth it. Banshee also looks phenomenal, especially if they incorporate artificial fog, gravestones, etc. as shown in the animated/simulated videos and teasers. With that being said, there are ways KI could improve its already impressive list of coasters.

Flight of Fear:

I dislike all of the colorful lights on the actual ride. In my opinion, the ride should match the theme of the line: outer space. Add theming similar to what Disney did with the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster...only obviously make it outer-space themed....not Aerosmith themed. That's an option. Or they could just get rid of the lights entirely. Imagine riding that ride with ZERO light in it. Complete darkness. It would be AMAZING!

Adventure Express:

Fix all of the theming that no long works. I never rode it when most of the theming worked, but I've seen pictures from when it worked, and it looked SO MUCH better then.

Backlot:

Also one of my favorite rides in the park because of its stunning pyrotechnics and other once existing special effects, Backlot deserves a complete renovation and retheming. I LOVED it when it was Italian Job because of the special effects. Many of those special effects were gutted when CF took over because CF doesn't own the rights to Paramount film names, themes, etc. So, either find a way to return those special effects, or completely retheme it so that it can measure up to what it once was. Without all of the special effects, the ride is merely pointless in my opinion.

Halloween Haunt:

I love Halloween Haunt. As already noted, I love theming and special effects. Haunt is the one and only time KI consistently displays spectacular theming and special effects. Despite being scared to death of haunted houses, I believe KI's haunted houses are AMAZING. Every single one has something or many things where I'm like "That's awesome!" or "Ahhhhhhhh! " in fear. However, I hate the cheap slutty approach KI does with Club Blood and Hot Blooded. If it were up to me, both of these things would cease to exist. I know Haunt is advertised for people 13 and older, but is it really necessary to have such explicit attractions in this family park?

Son of Beast:

It would still be standing, and it would be operating. It may not be operating the way we last saw it operating in 2009. It may get a Texas Giant makeover or something along those lines. Nonetheless, it would still be operating.

Congo Falls:

Make it longer and add a theme to it. The Jurassic Park ride at Universal is pretty awesome. Same type of ride. Just a lot more theming at their ride.

Dive Coaster:

Why don't we have one of these yet? SheiKra at Busch Gardens Tampa is a FABULOUS ride. KI should invest in a dive coaster, preferably one slightly bigger, faster, and longer than SheiKra.

Another steel launch coaster:

We already have two, but I think we could use a third...one similar to Cheetah Hunt at Busch Gardens Tampa or Maverick at CP. Maverick probably stands as my favorite coaster of all time.

Hybrid Roller Coaster:

Speaking of Son of Beast and the Texas Giant, why does SF get merely all of the awesome hybrid coasters? CF should start working on that. I WANT A HYBRID COASTER.

Entertainment:

Despite how much people rip on the shows at Kings Island because of a said lack of talent, I actually love what the current management has done with the shows at KI. Just a few years ago, we had hardly any shows. Now, KI has MANY shows showing on various stages every single hour. Though I believe KI should build a new stage that incorporates a show featuring pyrotechnics, live instrumentals, and live vocals...essentially a homemade, action-packed musical...overall, I LOVE what the current management has been doing with the shows. They're definitely headed in the right direction in this department.

Food:

I like the park's food selection. Sure, it's expensive. MAYBE they could cut the prices SOME? But let's compare their prices to those of the Cincinnati Reds, Bengals, etc. Correct me if I'm wrong, but I'm pretty sure most of KI's prices are lower than most of theirs. So, look at it this way: our prices could be MUCH worse. Though I never visited the new Reds Hall of Fame Grille this season, I fully support more sit-down restaurants. With that being said, I'm sad to see that they got rid of the buffet. Yes, that building was desperately in need of renovation, but I'm sad they just blatantly got rid of the buffet. On a random suggestive note, KI should work on getting more local restaurants and chains in the park. Buffalo Wild Wings, anyone? Montgomery Inn?

Security:

I know it looks more welcoming without the metal detectors, but why get rid of them? It's not like KI has random Texans with weapons walking into the park looking to kidnap children....oh wait....that actually did happen once this year. Yeah, why not bring back security at the front gate?

Designated Smoking Areas:

This may be a bit unrealistic, but I just want to throw it out there. What if we got rid of the designated smoking areas? It's nice that people are ONLY allowed smoking in certain areas of the park, but what if KI built a "smoke house" or "smoke courtyard"...some building or little section of the park where you're allowed smoking....some area that is completely secluded from the rest of the park....some area that nobody would EVER have to encounter unless they themselves are smokers. It's kinda gross walking in and out of buildings such as the Fest House and being BLASTED with smoke. Don't get me wrong: I'm glad smoking is only allowed in designated areas...but still....

Alcohol:

Why is alcohol served in any amusement park? Sure, it may be an easy profit. But really? Alcohol + long lines + roller coasters + heat + humidity + people with a low IQ = a recipe for disaster. Get rid of the alcohol entirely.

WindSeeker:

Why was this ride ever built?

Dinosaurs Alive!:

Did they really have to build a special area of the park just to go see some electronically powered dinosaurs...and charge an additional fee for people to see them? Couldn't they have done something more productive and incorporated the dinosaurs into the theming of a roller coaster or something? Sure, it may not be QUITE as profitable or educational, but still....

Power-hungry Cedar Fair:

As others mentioned, I wish each park would be more in charge of its decisions, marketing campaigns, etc. It's strange seeing advertisements for Kings Island with pictures of rides from other parks in the advertisements....or seeing rides from other parks on the KI website...also kind of strange.

Fast Lane:

I like the idea, but I think CF should go more the Fast Pass route...the route that Disney uses. I think it works a lot better from pretty much everyone's perspective.

Wow, that was beefy! Thanks to anyone who actually read this whole thing! Have a good day!

[thedevariouseffect]

Alcohol:

Why is alcohol served in any amusement park? Sure, it may be an easy profit. But really? Alcohol + long lines + roller coasters + heat + humidity + people with a low IQ = a recipe for disaster. Get rid of the alcohol entirely.

Some men just want to watch the world burn

[The Interpreter]

Welcome to KIC, LetsRide!

[coasterfanatic83]

Welcome aboard! Also, they do serve Montgomery Inn food at the Reds HOF Grille, if you are interested in that.

[Diamondbill]

Build an impound lot and tow cars from the bus/rv parking to increase revenue and drop Fast Lane.

[Vortex lover]

I'd tear down every ride, attraction, souvenir shop, dinosaur, fountain pool, and food stand except:

Beast

Diamondback

Racer

Drop Tower

Delirium

Sling Shot

Invertigo

WindSeeker

Festhaus

Eiffel Tower

the Sidewinder Slide

I'd fill all the remaining space with every kind of thrill ride every built or imagined. I'd reopen SOB with the loop and all padding and rider restraints removed.

Every pond would be filled in, every tree torn down, every square inch paved. All fences would be removed for quick access to rides.

Season passes would be limited to 100 every year, and would cost $12. ERT for passholders would start at 8 and run until 2pm, when the park opens to the general public. General admission tickets would be $400, and every resident of Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus would be required by law to purchase one per year to subsidize my season pass holders and their ride requirements.

The shops on I Street would have the walls removed and the world's largest gravy buffet installed. The Festhaus would be turned into a food court with Chipotle, Fatburger, Larosa's, Panda Express, Panera, Penn Station, and a Mexican place that doesn't have Taco in the name. Gold pass holders get free food.

The upstairs I street restaurant would be reopened as a O'TGIAppleChili's, exclusive to passholders from 5-9pm, again free of course.

Eiffel Tower would be converted into a revolving restaurant at the top. I'm thinking premium steakhouse like Ruth's Chris or Morton's, again free to passholders and with exclusive hours.

Valet parking and free massages to people with more than 52 posts on KIC.

your going to bankrupt the park and every restant in the citys mention are going to hate you and 400 hundred dollers for a one day pass are you crazy!!!

[Vortexfreak]

1.Re-theme Action Zone.

2.More trees around Diamondback.

3.Bring the wrist band for drink refills back.

4. I know that it's a haunt building now but remove The Crypt and, Son of Beast station.

5.Provide a discount for those renewing their Passes, 5 dollars or so.

Just my thoughts

[westcoaster]

For all of Cedar Fair, more flats, balance of new coasters, keeping traditional coasters, more dark rides some relaxing some shoot em up. All fun.

Add some hotels, bring back a Winterfest celebrations to Charlotte, and knotts of course along with the island.

Add some camp grounds.