News Archive - April 2008

Busch theme parks go greener with biodegradable food containers, other conservation ideas

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Use of organic materials in packaging means less lasting impact of garbage.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #110 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Kings Island changes and construction, SeaWorld flyer, new at CP, Kennywood tax dispute, Disneyland dev, Dipper dummy, smoke free, queue class system, dirty parking.

Kings Island focuses on safety

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Changes to the park and intense safety inspections are a high priority for parent company Cedar Fair.

Three Expoland execs indicted over fatal accident

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Execs charged with professional negligence following May 2007 coaster derailment.

Branson sticks to what it knows to ride out recession

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Herschend co-founder says area attractions, including Celebration City, continue to stick to the things that make the area appealing to tourists.

Disneyland boss outlines expansion plans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New Tinker Bell attraction, new hotel rooms, possible third park in the works in California.

Kennywood, West Mifflin settle tax dispute

Posted | Contributed by Neil

Agreement calls for Kennywood to pay the borough a portion of the taxes that it did not collect from patrons in 2006 and 2007.

Financial and cultural risk in play for Middle East theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Major investment with American cultural ties is somewhat risky in a primarily conservative Muslim culture.

PointBuzz previews Cedar Point's 2008 season

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Planet Snoopy, new entertainment and food offerings highlight park's 138th summer.

Darien Lake affiliates new Motocoaster to TV show bike shop

Posted | Contributed by Alexx Argen

Two weeks before the park opens, Darien Lake announces they will name new Zamperla Motocoaster to theme with Orange County Choppers.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #109 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Michigan pipe dream, PointBuzz 10, SFKK accident deposition, Dark Knight not happening, Six Flags the new media giant, Six Flags the brand, Six Flags the financials, road construction, Gate Central in Cedar Fair.

Kings Island reopens without the Paramount brand and other changes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Changes to ride names and themes alter character of the park, which was acquired by Cedar Fair in 2006 and has shed its Paramount Pictures association.

SeaWorld applies for "Manta" trademark, Web sites connect dots as name for new Orlando ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Application filed with Feds March 12, while artists renderings leaked to Internet.

KICentral adds 2008 preview photos and Swan Lake construction

Posted | Contributed by BoddaH1994

Dozens of photos from Kings Island previewing the 2008 season.

Six Flags revenue and attendance up in 1Q

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Attendance up 19% in early season.

Shapiro to NAB: We're becoming a content company

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company will focus on building anticipation to its rides through stories and characters, while upgrading the attractions.

Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom defends maintenance

Posted | Contributed by Raphael

Park says it's disappointed that Lassiter family released docs prior to trial.

Bahrain bank licenses Six Flags brand for theme park in China

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Companies may collaborate on future resort development as well.

No Dark Knight for 2008 at Six Flags New England

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Construction delays will put off opening the ride until next year.

Tokyo Disney Resort eyes new markets as Japan ages

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Foreign tourists, seniors and men are part of expanding marketing and service efforts.

Manager says Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom tower not maintained properly before accident

Posted | Contributed by Raphael

A maintenance manager from the park says cables were not inspected before accident that severed feet of teenager.

KIExtreme posts Kings Island history update, including photos from the 70's

Posted | Contributed by pkidelirium

Update includes rare photos from the park's opening season.

Schlitterbahn announces Dragon's Revenge

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New heavily themed slide will debut this summer.

PointBuzz celebrates 10 years of entertaining Cedar Point fans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The unofficial Cedar Point fan site that started as Guide to The Point and Virtual Midway was started nearly a decade ago and has served millions of fans.

Michigan amusement park plan set for environmental hearings

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

$161 million amusement park near Interstate 75 in Grayling Township will undergo scrutiny from state environmental agency.

CoasterBuzz Podcast #108 posted

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Great Escape cooties, SFNE permit scandal, Geauga Lake auction, fair operator in Wild West, Kings Island useless insurance, pointless Kentucky legislation, Wii Experience, new ride for Uni Florida.

Simpsons ride major upgrade from Back to The Future

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

<i>LA Times</i> blogger gets sneak peek in the new attraction debuting on both coasts at Universal Studios.

Dreamland Scenic Railway destroyed in fire

Posted | Contributed by Richard Bannister

The historic ride was built in 1920 and believed to have been the third oldest of its kind.

Six Flags New England coaster faces more delays

Posted | Contributed by Ajrides

State and local officials raise concern over emergency exits and fire sprinklers.

SeaWorld Orlando announces new thrill ride, part coaster, part animal attraction

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New attraction slated for a 2009 opening, but details are not clear.

Amusement parks play to international audiences

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Major U.S. companies have at least 13 parks in the works around the world.

Six Flags and Nintendo renew the Wii Experience attraction

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Attraction will operate in ten of the company's parks.

Third suit filed in Great Escape outbreak

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Health department says nearly 500 people became sick after visiting the indoor water park.

Kentucky passes 18-year-old ride op requirement bill

Posted | Contributed by Outlane

The state senate voted 37-0 on Tuesday night for bill setting age restriction on ride operation.

Ad agencies for ride parks have ups and downs

Posted | Contributed by Gemini

Increased competition from other activities one of many challenges for agencies.

The bigger Ferris wheels get, the more cash flows

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Huge rides have increased demand for the classic rides, on a new scale.

Tensions ease on Six Flags New England coaster project

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Permits have been issued, but the park doesn't think the ride will make Memorial Day.

Six Flags to drill two wells for its water attractions

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Water will feed Splashwater Falls and Thunder River.

Court overturns $20 million judgment against insurance company for Son of Beast claim

Posted | Contributed by Rihard

Policy didn't cover workmanship, court says.

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