Worst Coaster Trip Ever – Argument in Favor of Fast Lane Bobbie February 11, 2018 Editorials and Rants 3 Disaster in Ohio Of all the trips I’ve taken in order to experience world class coasters, my trip to Kings Island almost six years ago was unquestionably the worst. It would be difficult to imagine a more d... Read More...
What Are Your Theme Park Traditions? Joel July 26, 2015 Theme Park Fun 12 It seems like most people have a theme park tradition of some sort. Each visit would be incomplete if they didn't keep their ritual or streak involving a certain activity or ride or food. For me, no trip would... Read More...
Where Are You Headed in 2015? Joel March 22, 2015 Coaster Questions 15 Which theme parks will you be visiting in 2015? It's always fun to see where people will be traveling to and what new rides might have helped them choose certain parks over others. Visiting Theme Parks Close t... Read More...
Which Theme Parks Will You Visit in 2014? Joel March 9, 2014 Coaster Questions, Theme Park Fun 14 March is here and many of the seasonal theme parks are getting ready to re-open. I'm sure many of have started planning your theme park trips for the year and it's always fun to see where everyone's headed. I'l... Read More...
Theme Park Coupons & Discounts for 2013 Joel July 6, 2013 Theme Park Tips 7 Theme Park Coupons & Discounts for 2013 As in past years, I thought it'd be helpful for people if we share where we're finding coupons for theme park tickets. I usually have a season pass for my home park, but ... Read More...
Fox Business Interview, Study on Childhood Injuries at Amusement Parks Joel May 14, 2013 Theme Park News 12 A few weeks ago I was interviewed on The Willis Report on Fox Business. I was asked to give my take on a new study that looked at childhood injuries at amusement parks. The study's headline is: "Amusement Rides... Read More...
What’s Your Trusty Theme Park Gear? Joel June 4, 2012 Coaster Questions, Editorials and Rants, Theme Park Gear, Theme Park Tips 17 How Do You Suit Up for Theme Park Trips? Are there things that you always have with you when you embark on a theme park trip? I thought about it and there are a few things that I always have with me. My Kodak d... Read More...
Cedar Fair Theme Parks Roll Out Fast Lane Joel April 12, 2012 Theme Park News, Theme Park Tips 14 Joining the other major theme park chains, Cedar Fair is rolling out their own virtual queue system. Fast Lane will be available at all Cedar Fair theme parks in 2012. With Fast Lane you'll have quicker access ... Read More...
6 Best Theme Park Tips Posts Joel July 20, 2011 Theme Park Tips 4 Over the years I've tried to share my tips for theme park trips. Here are my best posts in that category. Flash Pass or No Flash Pass No one likes waiting in line at amusement parks. But when is it a good idea... Read More...
Featured Photo #3 – The Best Thing to See at a Theme Park Joel January 22, 2011 Featured Photos 23 This is a photo of Magnum XL-200's queue one weekday morning back in the Spring of 2006. The ride was a focal point of my trip to the Cedar Point (AKA the Coaster Capital). Almost like a programmed response of ... Read More...
