News Archive - September 2006

Hong Kong Disneyland launches annual pass

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park fell short in reaching its first year attendance goals.

New Jersey accidents down this year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Fackler says state is big on consumer protection.

Six Flags giving away exclusive night in park for lucky pass buyers

Posted | Contributed by BigJim4Life

Promo will award a free virtual buyout for six winners at each park, each able to invite 100 friends.

Editorial: Myrtle Beach "funky" charm gone with Pavilion

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

People will miss an integral part of Myrtle Beach vacations once the park is gone.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #47 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Supporting new parks, Arnolds thriving, Kalahari Konference, Universally bad union rep, Valleyfair's GCI love, Disney rides do movies.

Fall events ramp up at Orlando theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Halloween and other fall traditions offer guests seasonal opportunities.

PETA upset over cockroach eating at Six Flags Great America promo

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

Animal rights group calls the practice barbaric, where guests can eat live bugs to win fast lane passes.

Alabama Adventure gets OK for hotel, campground, indoor water park

Posted | Contributed by BaritonePlayer

Local city council approves development agreement.

Disney wants to turn Jungle Cruise into a movie

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Following the pattern from <i>Pirates</i>, the company will adapt the classic boat ride to a movie.

Valleyfair announces Renegade for 2007

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

GCI wooden coaster features over 3,000 feet of track and a height of 104 feet.

Cedar Fair backs anti-slot machine cause for Ohio issue

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Ballot issue would allow a fixed number of slot machine in Ohio, and amusement park operator is backing the opposition.

Universal Orlando asks union to change name

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company says some people are confused about where correspondence comes from, and asks union not use trademark.

Protesters climb Southport's Cyclone, park a memory for millions

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

Two people staged a three hour protest Monday against the demolition of the Cyclone built in 1937.

Kalahari conference center opens in Sandusky

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New facility aims to draw convention business from Cleveland, Detroit and Toledo.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #46 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Schlitterbahn's Jeff Siebert joins us to talk about the water park empire. Also, Holiday World's winning streak, American culture overseas, Cypress Gardens will be OK, and the disgruntled Beech Bend neighbor.

Arnolds Park turns profit for third straight year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Board credits general manager for keeping expenses under control.

Michigan officials tight lipped on proposed theme park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Location has been chosen, but no official proposals made.

Neighbor of Beech Bend Raceway Park files a lawsuit to shut park down

Posted | Contributed by Outlane

Plaintiff says the park is not zoned to be an amusement attraction.

Cypress Garden files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

Posted | Contributed by gomez

Hurricanes caused park to take on excessive debt.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #45 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

MTV water park, Tom Cruise and Six Flags, privacy policies, new stuff at Holiday World and Cedar Point, we miss log flumes.

Hong Kong Disneyland struggles to make magic

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Over-crowding and cultural issues detract from experience.

Holiday World announcement and Celebration City photos added to Negative-G

Posted | Contributed by Paul Drabek

Photos show where Holiday World will build their new attractions.

Holiday World expansion pays off year after year

Posted | Contributed by ColtsFan

Park has seen above-average growth with additional attractions each year.

Cedar Fair staying in Sandusky, closes Charlotte Paramount Parks office

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

IT and payroll moves to nearby Carowinds as lease on office space lapses.

Cedar Point announces Maverick for 2007

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Intamin coaster will combine speed and low curves with a western theme.

Holiday World announces new slide, Tilt-a-Whirl and restaurant for 2007

Posted | Contributed by SFGAdv lover

New 73-foot slide will be the latest addition to Splashin' Safari.

Boy hit by stray bullet on Magic Springs log flume

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Police don't know where the shot came from.

Owners announce Pleasureland Southport will close

Posted | Contributed by Richard Bannister

Owners cite increased competition from non-amusement sources.

Time is running out on Myrtle Beach Pavilion

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park will close after more than 50 years.

Steel Pier memories make closing difficult

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Condos or entertainment complex will replace the pier.

Fingerprint scanners at Disney World concern privacy advocates

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The resort says scanners are used only to link people to multi-day tickets. Privacy advocates are concerned about the lack of transparency.

Europa Park and Holiday Park photo galleries added to Coaster Grotto

Posted | Contributed by Grant

Over 140 new pictures have been added from two parks in Germany, including photos of Expedition GeForce and Silver Star.

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