Tag Archives: Cedar Fair

Diamondback Coverage Roundup

Posted on April 21, 2009 by Mike

Diamondback and King’s Island opened recently and we have a bunch of updates from around the web.

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TEA 2008 Attendance Report Released

Posted on April 17, 2009 by Mike

The Themed Entertainment Association has released its 2008 attendance report.  It doesn’t contain too many surprises, with Disney’s many parks taking the lead worldwide.

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Geauga Lake’s Wildwater Kingdom Announces 2009 Plans

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Mike

With less than 11 weeks to go before its May 23rd opening, Geauga Lake’s Wildwater Kingdom waterpark is thawing out from another brutal winter and is ready to focus on a summer of fun. The 17-acre waterpark located in Aurora … Continue reading →

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California’s Great America Sold First?

Posted on March 10, 2009 by Mike

While we knew Cedar Fair was looking to sell some of its properties to help their debt situation, it looks like California’s Great America might be the first park to go.  They have attempted the last year or two to … Continue reading →

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Cedar Fair Reaffirms Commitment to Reducing Debt

Posted on March 9, 2009 by Mike

SANDUSKY, Ohio, March 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement resorts, water parks and active entertainment, today announced it will decrease its annual distribution rate to $1.00 per limited partner unit. On a … Continue reading →

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Knott’s Berry Farm Trip Report

Posted on March 7, 2009 by Mike

GhostRider is reopened and the Xcelerator car has reappeared over at Knott’s Berry Farm.  Check out West Coast Thrills for the pictures.

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Cedar Point Winter Photos

Posted on February 23, 2009 by Mike

Some photos of Cedar Point during the offseason can be found at the Theme Park Review.  The park is very peaceful in the winter, but I can’t wait for the season to start!

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Knott’s Berry Farm Photo Updates

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Mike

There is a new photo update for Knott’s Berry Farm over at West Coast Thrills.  Perilous Plunge is reopen while GhostRider and Xcelerator are closed for refurbishment.  There is also some quiet construction going on, we’ll have to wait an … Continue reading →

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No New Rides for Cedar Point in 2009

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Mike

According to the official Cedar Point Blog, Cedar Point will not be getting any new rides or roller coasters this year.  They do mention that they will be improving the park with some new refereshment stands and probably game stalls.  … Continue reading →

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Cedar Fair Posts 2008 Results

Posted on February 12, 2009 by Mike

Cedar Fair seemed to have a good 2008 despite the economy and today posted their results.  Here are the headlines: Generates A Record $356 Million In Adjusted EBITDA, a 4.5% Increase Over 2007 Net Revenues Increase To $996 Million Kinzel … Continue reading →

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