Apparently, the idea was that they'd rather get return visits from
happy guests than charge some bloated cost for pop and have guests never come back. So apparently, they'd rather see a guest leave with a smile than empty pockets. It's a
very interesting approach, I think, and is also testament to what kind of people the Koch's are. (I've never met them, not have I been to Holiday World. However, I've never met anyone who hasn't liked the park or its owners. That says
a lot.)
I actually heard that profits from souvenirs and such went
up after they put that plan in effect. A bonus, I suppose.
I'll hopefully be going to Holiday World within the next two weeks. Look for a TR as always. :)
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Matt Lynch
Co-Webmaster, Kennywood Boulevard
http://kennywood.coasterbuzz.com