News Archive - November 2004

PointBuzz posts Castaway Bay review

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Update includes new photo galleries and video.

Universal Orlando looking for real-life Fockers

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

In a tie-in to the movie <i>Meet The Fockers</i>, Universal wants to bring in 25 families for a Focker family reunion.

Lake Compounce water park construction underway

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Anchor Bay lazy river will hold up to 400 guests.

Joyland sale could lead to park expansion

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Former owners hope to regain control and expand park.

PKICentral.com updates with new video

Posted | Contributed by Dane186

Video looks back on 2004 season and Flying Eagles' last day.

Sally Corp. signs licensing deal with Marvel

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company gets rights to produce rides with Marvel characters for two years.

New GM takes over at Lake Compounce

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Jerry Brick, 31, will replace Tom Wages as general manager of the park in January.

Warner Bros. Movie World Madrid drops Six Flags for management

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company opts out of 99-year contract after just two years.

Cypress Gardens gets a second chance starting Friday

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Theme park will reopen after a massive collaboration between governments and a new operator.

Hong Kong Disneyland set for September opening

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Disney and the Hong Kong Government announced Hong Kong Disneyland would officially open on Monday, September 12, 2005.

Superman El Ultimo Escape finally opens at Six Flags Mexico

Posted | Contributed by Rodrigo Marin

After a 3-year wait, the Morgan hyper finally opens.

Holiday World construction pictures added to Negative-G

Posted | Contributed by Paul Drabek

Raven gets a transfer track for a second train while general improvements are performed around the park.

Stratosphere announces Insanity

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Swing ride will send riders 64 feet over the edge of the building, about a thousand feet from the ground.

IAAPA 2004: Best new products announced

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Vekoma takes top award for its motorbike coaster in the major attraction category.

IAAPA 2004: Holiday World wins coveted Applause Award

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Park joins the ranks of Disneyland, Cedar Point and Europa Park.

Typhoon Lagoon gets new water coasters, Stich debuts at Magic Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Water park will get new water coasters.

Silver Bullet testing underway at Knott's Berry Farm

Posted | Contributed by xbombman

Photos and video of Silver Bullet cycling at night added to ACN.

Six Flags stock down on lowered ratings and issued notes

Posted | Contributed by HAMMER

S&P and Moody's both drop rating for company.

Judge tosses out suit alleging Disney stole idea for Epcot

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No evidence indicates Disney had access to concept rendering of a "Miniature World" park.

Disney and unions to resume talks today with mediator

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Federal mediator will try to help both sides work out a new contract proposal.

Legoland Windsor has record year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Wettest UK summer on record doesn't dampen gate.

Disney workers reject contract

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Unions say raise not high enough to offset health care costs.

Geauga Lake announces water park and other attraction plans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Former Sea World property will be home to the new Wildwater Kingdom, a combination of new and relocated attractions.

Euro Disney losses continue to get worse

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Analysts describe loss as "catastrophic."

Six Flags third quarter revenue down 3.2%

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Attendance down 4.8% for quarter, per capita spending up 1.6%.

Union leaders for Disney workers disagree on contract proposal

Posted | Contributed by Chitown

The current proposal offers raises, pension plans and higher minimum hours.

Viacom adds responsibilities for Paramount Parks executive

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Former Carowinds general manager top dog for parks.

Disney considering South Korea park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company in talks with Seoul government over local details.

12th Annual Internet Wood Coaster Poll underway

Posted | Contributed by Mitch Hawker

A new web-form ballot makes it easier than ever for non-techies to participate. Voting runs through November.

Silver Dollar City formally announces Powder Keg

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Replacement for Buzzsaw Falls will launch to 53 mph in three seconds.

Many businesses confident Cedar Fair will improve Geauga Lake

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Decrease in attendance felt by surrounding businesses.

Disney reaches agreement with union

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Last minute deal avoids strike, increases wages and health care premiums.

Cedar Fair third quarter revenue up 8% over last year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Excluding acquisition of Geauga Lake, revenue up 3% on a 1.5% decrease in combined attendance, a 3% increase in average in-park guest per capita spending, and a 6% increase in out-of-park revenues.

Voters disregard election at Disney World

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Parks provide escape from events of election day.

Alton Towers fined £5,000 for noise

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

Couple's civil suit has cost them £250,000 in legal fees so far.

Inventor sues Disney for FastPass

Posted | Contributed by kevin38

Man files suit saying Disney stole his idea.

Dorney Park Online adds closing day Hydra update

Posted | Contributed by dptalon135

Vertical construction on Hydra cruising towards completion.

Kentucky Kingdom Fright Fest pictures added to Negative-G

Posted | Contributed by Paul Drabek

Extensive photo update shows Kentucky park's Halloween dressing and coasters.

Six Flags Over Texas evacuated because of fights

Posted | Contributed by supermandl

More than 50 officers respond to three different fights.

Six Flags Great Adventure fight ends in three arrests

Posted | Contributed by TiggerMan

Local and park police quickly break up scuffle.

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