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May, 2008

SeaWorld Orlando announces details on Manta, a flying coaster

New ride will make its debut in the summer of 2009.
Posted May 29, 2008, 10:16A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 23

Magic Mountain debuts X2 while construction continues on Thomas Town

Arrow third dimension coaster makes its debut with new trains and visuals.
Posted May 29, 2008, 10:11A | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 19

Cedar Fair accepts sealed bids for Geauga Lake property

Broker says four local developers planning mixed use for the site.
Posted May 28, 2008, 11:23P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Six Flags drops ticket prices across country

Eleven parks will have a temporary admission price cut.
Posted May 28, 2008, 9:19A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

KICentral adds photos and video from Robbie Knievel jump at Kings Island

Photos include special activities leading up to the jump as well as the jump itself.
Posted May 27, 2008, 9:00A | Contributed by BoddaH1994 | Comments: 2

Adrenaline Family Entertainment buys Alabama Adventure from Southland Entertainment

New owner includes a number of former Six Flags executives.
Posted May 22, 2008, 9:28A | Contributed by Jason Hammond | Comments: 7

USA Today has extensive list of new attractions for 2008

Roller coasters, dark rides and an entirely new park await theme park fans this summer.
Posted May 21, 2008, 9:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Hard Rock Park makes its official debut June 2

Grand opening will include concerts by Eagles and The Moody Blues.
Posted May 21, 2008, 9:21A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

CoasterBuzz Podcast #113 posted

Holiday World allergy sensitivity, Toy Story Mania, Star Trek fail, Orlando ride openings, Ed Markey is back again, pooling tourist marketing, Dark Knight, Kennywood Entertainment sale, Planet Snoopy.
Posted May 19, 2008, 5:06P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Thunderhawk debuts at Michigan's Adventure

Papers from both ends of the state cover the opening of this SLC.
Posted May 19, 2008, 9:45A | Contributed by ShiveringTim | Comments: 7

PointBuzz covers Cedar Point's opening day

Planet Snoopy, bright sun, and large crowd highlight start of summer.
Posted May 16, 2008, 9:42A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 5

Kennywood shareholders approve sale to Parques Reunidos

Kennywood Entertainment sale to close near end of month, pending regulatory approval.
Posted May 16, 2008, 9:39A | Contributed by PhantomTails | Comments: 15

Dark Knight coaster debuts at Six Flags Great Adventure

Indoor coaster and dark ride themed around DC's Batman characters.
Posted May 15, 2008, 11:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 35

Valleyfair and Minnesota Zoo team with local bureaus to market area tourism

Campaign will target a number of regions in Minnesota and Canada.
Posted May 15, 2008, 11:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Markey enlists Lassiters to promote safety bill

Senator has press conference with teen who lost her feet in accident to promote bill that would give investigative authority to CPSC.
Posted May 15, 2008, 9:39A | Contributed by Joey Stewart | Comments: 68

Orlando rides follow four phase opening

Employees and passholder previews come before a soft and grand opening for big new attractions.
Posted May 14, 2008, 9:37A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Cedar Fair likely to abandon Star Trek Experience at Las Vegas Hilton

Company says there are no plans to renew the lease at the end of the year.
Posted May 14, 2008, 9:21A | Contributed by Outlane | Comments: 16

CoasterBuzz Podcast #112 posted

Six Flags' computer nerd, quarterly results aplenty, Lego Dubai, Disney is a machine and we love giving them our money, fat sea lions, Wild West World sale, Discovery Cove, Cedar Fair food fail.
Posted May 12, 2008, 8:32P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Annual pass holders get preview of Toy Story Maina at Disney's Hollywood Studios in Orlando

New virtual midway games, themed to a toy sized scale, draw thousands for a preview of the new attraction.
Posted May 12, 2008, 3:02P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 0

Holiday World offers food alternatives for those with allergies

Park announces offerings in observance of Food Allergy Week.
Posted May 12, 2008, 3:02P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Six Flags revenue up, loss narrows in first quarter

The Company's net loss from continuing operations improved 7% or $11.3 million to $149.9 million from $161.2 million in the prior-year quarter.
Posted May 9, 2008, 10:18A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Judge approves sale of Wild West World for $2 million

Net proceeds will be divided among the major creditors to the failed park.
Posted May 9, 2008, 10:18A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 8

SeaWorld welcomes sea lions from Pacific Northwest

Animals were removed by the feds from Columbia River due to fishing competition.
Posted May 7, 2008, 10:23A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

No sign of slow down at Disney parks with 2Q results

Operating income in its parks and resorts division rose 33% on revenue of $2.7 billion.
Posted May 7, 2008, 10:23A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 9

Legoland latest tenant for forthcoming Dubailand

Building block themed park joins the ranks of Six Flags, Universal, Dreamworks and Marvel.
Posted May 7, 2008, 10:23A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 1

Cedar Fair 1Q revenue up on pass sales and more operating days

Earlier holiday boosts first quarter revenue.
Posted May 6, 2008, 10:04A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

CoasterBuzz Podcast #111 posted

Wii problem, Branson, Kings Island safety, bio-Busch, Behemoth seating, Simpsons Ride, Universal Orlando construction, pass mix for Cedar Fair, moron thieves, Wild West World final failure, Fall Affair.
Posted May 5, 2008, 8:48P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 7

Q&A: IT is a moving target for Six Flag's CIO

Information technology boss talks about the challenges of integrating tech into the seasonal world of regional theme parks.
Posted May 5, 2008, 8:48P | Contributed by Chitown | Comments: 10

Reeltime Memories: An interview with the daughters of the Virginia Reel's inventor

Family shares memories around a coaster phenomenon that is mostly just a memory.
Posted May 5, 2008, 8:43P | Contributed by themagiceye | Comments: 1

AmericaCoasters.com posts SFMM update highlighting Thomas Town construction and park improvements

Six Flags Magic Mountain has made park improvements in anticipation of Thomas Town and X2 opening later this spring.
Posted May 5, 2008, 8:39P | Contributed by xbombman | Comments: 2

Remembering a Cleveland Legend: Puritas Springs and the Fearsome Cyclone

Guests at Cleveland area event will share memories of the park and its coaster.
Posted May 5, 2008, 8:36P | Contributed by gshatterhand | Comments: 0

Lessons learned in Wild West World's closing

The tale of Thomas Etheredge, who gave up success at the Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper to build one of the quickest amusement park failures in industry history, contains a multitude of business lessons.
Posted May 4, 2008, 10:24A | Contributed by Amnesiac | Comments: 6

Two arrested in south Fort Myers roller coaster track theft

Two men were arrested Wednesday for reportedly stealing $10,000 worth of roller coaster tracks from Zoomers Amusement Park in south Fort Myers.
Posted May 4, 2008, 10:22A | Contributed by Lord Gonchar | Comments: 5

Season pass pricing strategy key for Cedar Fair parks

Former Paramount Parks had a much higher percentage of pass visits, and the company is adjusting to that legacy.
Posted May 4, 2008, 10:15A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Simpsons Ride opens at Universal Studios Florida

Motion sim tracks the cartoon family through Krustyland.
Posted May 1, 2008, 9:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

VIP experiences deliver special theme park access

Premium offerings from some of the biggest theme parks take you backstage and away from the crowds.
Posted May 1, 2008, 9:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 20

CW Mania posts 2008 preview, including Behemoth pictures

CW Mania has posted interviews, video and photos from media day and season sass preview night.
Posted May 1, 2008, 8:54A | Contributed by PCWCoasterBoy | Comments: 1

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