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December, 2003

Euro Disney faces uncertain future as debt continues to mount

Debt continues to rise as gate falls at troubled French parks.
Posted December 29, 2003, 11:06A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

PKI-Central.com updates with 21 Boomerang Bay construction photos

Unassembled slide tubes cover the landscape at Paramount's Kings Island's new water park.
Posted December 29, 2003, 9:56A | Contributed by Dane186 | Comments: 4

Galveston will be home to new Schlitterbahn water park

New $30 million water park will cover 25 acres.
Posted December 26, 2003, 9:56A | Contributed by slowmotion | Comments: 1

Conneaut receiving financing, but still faces custodianship

Conneaut Lake Park has secured $600,000 in funds for the 2004 season, but the judge overseeing the park's financing still believes the park should operate under the control of the government, judge says it's not ready to operate on its own.
Posted December 23, 2003, 9:52A | Contributed by GregLeg | Comments: 22

Universal Port Aventura park guide added to Coaster Grotto

Update includes reviews and nearly 40 photos of the park and roller coasters.
Posted December 23, 2003, 9:49A | Contributed by Grant | Comments: 0

AB publishes 2003 attendance figures

Most parks flat or slightly down, several big winners, Six Flags loses across the board.
Posted December 22, 2003, 10:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 15

Universal sells 1,800 acres in Orlando

Former Lockheed Martin site sold to developer, terms not disclosed.
Posted December 22, 2003, 10:51A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 12

Cheetah Chase construction photos added to BGTGuide

Photos show foundation work and the arrival of the trains.
Posted December 22, 2003, 10:10A | Contributed by Halo | Comments: 6

Indoor Waterpark trend to continue in Williamsburg

New $50 million resort will have one of the largest indoor waterparks in the country.
Posted December 18, 2003, 9:24A | Contributed by Agent Johnson | Comments: 15

Large Spanish park update added to One Click

Many fresh pics and three new videos.
Posted December 18, 2003, 9:17A | Contributed by Chris One Click | Comments: 4

Epcot adds barf bags to Mission: Space

Motion sickness is rare, but park says this will increase uptime.
Posted December 17, 2003, 10:31A | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 29

Wild Adventures owner negotiating for Cypress Gardens

Winter Haven park may see revival with new owners.
Posted December 17, 2003, 10:20A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

NBC Universal announces restructuring, Ron Meyer to continue overseeing former VUE

Current head of the Universal film, TV and theme park divisions will continue in his role and report to NBC's chief.
Posted December 16, 2003, 10:17A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 3

Epcot's Wonders of Life to be a seasonal attraction

Pavilion will only open during periods of peak attendance.
Posted December 15, 2003, 9:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Pop Century Resort opens at Disney

New hotel property is largest in Florida history.
Posted December 15, 2003, 9:46A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Dollywood photos, including Thunderhead construction, added to Negative-g

GCI wood coaster construction continues during holiday event.
Posted December 15, 2003, 9:27A | Contributed by Paul Drabek | Comments: 6

Roy Disney and Stan Gold take their cause to the Internet

New site the start of a campaign to "restore" the Walt Disney Co. to its former glory.
Posted December 13, 2003, 4:37P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Cedar Fair announces quarterly distribution, restructuring

Unit holders will now elect board.
Posted December 12, 2003, 11:58A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 5

Six Flags Fiesta Texas getting a funnel slide for 2004

Dubbed "Tornado," this same slide model was installed at Six Flags New England last year.
Posted December 12, 2003, 10:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 4

Eisner gets quiet approval from Disney board

Positive outlook has board and investors feeling better about Roy Disney's departure.
Posted December 12, 2003, 10:49A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 6

Huge new park planned for Pittsburgh

New attraction will be developed on 400 acres near the airport.
Posted December 12, 2003, 10:35A | Contributed by eightdotthree | Comments: 27

Disney cuts Orlando resort rates as low as $55, temporarily closes Wonders of Life

Company anticipates slow season and drops price to pack in bargain hunters.
Posted December 11, 2003, 10:08A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Midwest Information Guide adds photos of Silver Dollar City's Christmas festival

Photos show the "Old Time Christmas" charm.
Posted December 10, 2003, 10:05A | Contributed by Swoosh | Comments: 0

Fire causes serious damage to flume at Movie World Australia

No injuries, but damage will likely take weeks to repair.
Posted December 10, 2003, 10:02A | Contributed by Black 7 | Comments: 2

Wet 'n Wild Las Vegas to be replaced by new resort complex

New property will include a lake and 600-foot observation wheel.
Posted December 10, 2003, 9:58A | Contributed by mutly23 | Comments: 19

Valleyfair announces new attraction, ride for 2004

Kids area will include a foam ball play area and a new ride.
Posted December 9, 2003, 9:37A | Contributed by CoastaPlaya | Comments: 8

Wilde Maus becomes Cheeta Chase at Busch Tampa

Hand-me-down Mack mouse will be Tampa's seventh coaster.
Posted December 8, 2003, 10:27A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 21

Common carrier status could affect classification of rides in California under the law

Classification would put rides in same class as taxis and escalators, requiring "utmost care."
Posted December 8, 2003, 10:27A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 11

Mitch Hawker's Roller Coaster Poll results posted, Balder tops list

Liseburg's Balder shakes up the competition, nabbing first place for 2003.
Posted December 8, 2003, 10:09A | Contributed by Antuan | Comments: 0

CoasterTrips commences 2003-04 winter coaster tour

Join a family for six weeks of fun as they journey from California to Florida and enjoy everything in between.
Posted December 8, 2003, 10:05A | Contributed by auscoasterman | Comments: 0

Virtual Midway survey results released

Millennium Force, Top Thrill Dragster score big.
Posted December 8, 2003, 10:01A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 12

Coroner says girl died of heart condition, not choking on Great America's Raging Bull

Jury agrees and does not hold park responsible for 11-year old's death.
Posted December 8, 2003, 9:56A | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 9

Space Mountian derails as Tokyo Disneyland

No injuries reported in accident.
Posted December 8, 2003, 9:50A | Contributed by beav | Comments: 2

Maurer-Sohne spinning coaster headed to Seabreeze

New ride will replace Quantum Loop.
Posted December 5, 2003, 11:01A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 19

Roy Disney: DCA is "half a park"

After resigning from Disney's board, Walt's nephew continues to tear down Eisner.
Posted December 4, 2003, 9:47A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 28

Eisner under microscope, new Disney board member appointed

The departure of his former allies will put focus on Eisner's ability to lead Disney.
Posted December 3, 2003, 10:38A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 2

Fiesta Texas GM headed for Georgia

Melinda Ashcraft will assume senior VP role.
Posted December 3, 2003, 10:38A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 10

Knott's announces B&M inverted coaster

Silver Bullet to open Christmas Eve 2004.
Posted December 2, 2003, 1:24P | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 41

Top Thrill Dragster marketing focus for 2004 season

Maintenance VP gives update and talks about 2003 problems.
Posted December 2, 2003, 10:29A | Contributed by Gemini | Comments: 52

UPDATED: Roy Disney, Stanley Gold resign from board, criticize Michael Eisner

Last active Disney family member quits and says it should be Eisner, second board member quits today.
Posted December 1, 2003, 3:51P | Contributed by redman822 | Comments: 30

Surgeon sues Disney for alleged California Screamin' injuries

Doctor says he suffers from a neurological disorder because of ride.
Posted December 1, 2003, 11:06A | Contributed by Jeff | Comments: 14

TimbersFest '04 announced at Michigan's Adventure

Annual event brings a few changes for this summer.
Posted December 1, 2003, 10:57A | Contributed by ST chick | Comments: 11

Del Grosso's to add Crazy Mouse in 2004

New Reverchon mouse will thrill guests of the PA park.
Posted December 1, 2003, 10:43A | Contributed by Rob Ascough | Comments: 2

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