30 Eylül 2012 Pazar

Knott's Has a Brand New Skyline

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The removal of Perilous Plunge has dramatically changed the view along the Boardwalk section of Knott's Berry Farm, as seen in this photo tweeted by the park:

The removal of the Plunge was swift and harsh - the ride most certainly will not be appearing anywhere in the future except perhaps a recycling plant. The new Boardwalk skyline is once again quite open, at least for now - just the tall palm trees mark the edge of the park.

While the photos are from last week, Westcoaster has a nice update that shows just how merciless the park was when removing the ride. Rumors from a news story say that the ride's lagoon will remain, but no official confirmation has come from the park. If you read the unofficial chatter on what will eventually fill the space it sounds like anything from a flat ride to a mega coaster.

Hopefully their announce their plans for the space soon!

Wild Adventures Will Have Guests Spinning in 2013

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Valdosta, Georgia's Wild Adventures Theme Park has announced two ride additions for the 2013 season, highlighted by a new thrill machine, Tail Spin.

Described by the park as "a rocking and spinning ride on a half-pipe that will take families more than four stories high while facing outward on a motorcycle-like seat," guests are certainly going to be taking a spin in 2013!

The ride appears to be a Zamperla Mega Disk'O, a popular family thrill ride already with a great track record at many other parks. The motorcycle style seats put riders facing outward as the ride spins, and gives a great sense of freedom while still feeling secure and snug.

The theme park will also add a new attraction that smaller guests will love, the Wacky Wheels. A teacup style ride, Wacky Wheels will serve as an alternative for those who don't quite reach Tail Spin's 48 inch height requirement.

In 2012 Wild Adventures focused on beefing up the comfort factor of the park, including new paint on rides, new lounging areas, renovated food stands and other amenities such as new restrooms and live entertainment.

Outlaw Run's Track Complete!

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Silver Dollar City has shared the exciting news with fans that they've placed the final track pieces on Outlaw Run, the park's extreme new wooden roller coaster.

With track now completed, the park will focus on finishing items such as permanently securing bolts and adding additional support structure.

The milestone of track completion also means that testing will be on the horizon, something we're all anxiously awaiting.

Outlaw Run features 2,937 feet of track, three inversions, and several other highly banked turns - exactly like those seen in the photos above. The $10 million ride has a planned Spring 2013 opening.

Shockwave's Fresh New Look

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One of Anton Schwarzkopf's most famous roller coasters, Shock Wave at Six Flags Over Texas, is currently receiving a fresh new paint job - and it's looking really good already!

Baynum Painting, a company that specializes in painting thrill rides across the country, is currently on site giving Shock Wave a fresh look. Seen above are the ride's signature double loops sporting some brilliant green paint. The contrast to the old paint is striking, no?

After checking out Baynum's blog a little further, I noticed this video showcasing some of the rides they've painted:

Pretty cool! Many of the most popular rides we know and love have at one time or another been painted by the company. It looks like Six Flags uses them pretty exclusively for work.

They are also reporting that they're moving on to Six Flags Over Texas' La Vibora next, which is a snake themed bobsled coaster.

Dolly Parton Out of Nashville Water/Snow Park Project

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Dolly Parton has dropped out of a plan to create a water and snow park in Nashville, TN, a $50 million project that would have been build adjacent to the Opryland Resort & Convention Center.

The owner of the Opryland Resort, Gaylord Entertainment, recently had a restructuring approved by shareholders that will see the company emerge as a real estate trust, and the sale of their resort properties, including Opryland, to the Marriott Group.

The original plans for the water park and season snow park called for a 50/50 ownership between Gaylord and Dollywood Company. With Gaylord radically changing their purpose, Dolly felt it was best to pull out of the deal.

“Gaylord makes decisions that they feel are good for their company and their stockholders, and I have to make decisions based on what is best for me and the Dollywood Company. I think everyone knows I love Nashville, and I hope the work we’ve already done will spark more family entertainment in Nashville.”

Gaylord Entertainment, which will soon become Ryman Hospitality Properties Inc., says it is planning on finding another partner to move the project forward.

29 Eylül 2012 Cumartesi

Denver New Year's Eve Package

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Join the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood to celebrate New Year's Eve 2009!

Exclusive package is only $99 and includes:

Accommodations for 2 in a beautifully renovated guest room
Bottle of Champagne to share
Breakfast and Mimosas in the Sporting News Grill Restaurant in the morning
1pm Late Check-out on New Year's Day... or
Extend your stay for only $59 (our Friends and Family Rate)

Denver New Year's Eve Hotel Package

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Denver Broncos' Fans Unite!

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Are you ready for some football??

We sure are at the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood. We are celebrating football season and our favorite team, The Denver Broncos, with our Denver Broncos' Fan Special!

This $94 deal includes:

Accommodations for 2
2 Drinks at the Sporting News Grill
1 Appetizer to share

Come take advantage of our 16 flatscreen TV's in the Sporting News Grill, enjoy an evening out... and if you're lucky enough to have Denver Bronco's tix, it's an easy Lightrail ride into Downtown Denver!

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It's Here

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2012 is finally here. After a year of fun and memories, another awaits us. Last year, I was so bad about my new years resolutions, I forgot what they were. This year, I'm going to write them down and remember to do them.

Do my devotions everyday
Take more photos
Practice my guitar everyday
Savor every moment

Jeremiah 29:11-"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "plans prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

What are your new years resolutions? To catch up on some posting, I'm going to post a photo from every month, and share a story to go along with it. Sound like fun?
January

This photo makes me laugh. I was trying to get everyone to jump, and nobody wanted to. I was trying to get their attention but I just couldn't. I accidentally took this photo and it ended up being one of the best candid shots this year!
February

In February I got way more interested in photography, I was trying out techniques, and having ten photo shoots a day! For this photo, my friend and I were out walking around ALL day photographing each other. We thought we should make an artificial puddle to splash in. We had so much fun going back and forth taking pictures. We got really wet and made lots of memories.

March

March was a month of people photos. I got so into taking pictures of kids and fun. This photo was so hard to get. But this little girl was not the deal. The stinking hula hoop would not stay still! No kidding right?

April

This picture was so much fun to make. We used the self timer and the boys and I went outside to get these shots. The expressions were fantastic and water splashes are pretty cool in pictures.

I had to do two photos for April because this was when I first started using manual mode! Only a few days after. The flowers were in bloom and the next-door neighbors tree hung over our yard. I pointed the camera upward, waited for the beep and snapped away, also capturing some beautiful bokeh.

May

In our old house, a little bunny we gave our bread crusts to always came by. Finally I got out there with the telephoto lens and captured some great bunny photos. We claimed his name was Bun-Bun.

June

We had so much happen in June, I also have to do two pictures. There's much to our month of June and I can't even share all of it. The cupcake one above is Toby's party. (It was a little late considering his birthday is in January)

My amazing cousins from Arizona came to visit us right after I came home from Summer Camp, where I got baptized. The second day they were here, we had a huge water balloon fight. Then for photos we squeezed water balloons over our heads. (You know, a lot of times to get the right photo, we get wet. If you haven't noticed)

July

Fourth of July of course! And it was my first time photography sparklers! How did I do?

My cousin Selah came for a visit and oh...More water. We decided to go outside and play with the hose. We. Got. SOAKED.

August

The same friend I mentioned before in this post came over again and we stayed out all day taking photos. She had a new camera and so I was teaching her about all the settings. Oh it was so much fun!

September

We headed to California where my birthday, seeing redwoods, and camping took place. We also went to a few parts of the Pacific ocean. This particular day, I was standing back taking pictures. Maddy and Toby were standing by the shore and a huge wave came. Thank goodness Toby ran back, he would've been pulled in. No joke. It caught Maddy's legs and she fell to her knees. The power of the wave would've taken Toby in, we're thankful that it was Maddy. Because she was okay, just really wet.

October

We headed off to go see the cousins in Arizona. They have a pool in their backyard. I swam 4 times a day, everyday. It was so hot, and the pool was so refreshing. Let me just say, I got 10x tanner.

November

I am so surprised how well this photo turned out. I was lying on the ground with my shutter speed really slow and I finally got it. We were putting up our Christmas tree pretty early (not for us but maybe for you).

December

Christmas of course! And I got my very own, laptop!

We had an amazing year and we hope to have an even better one next year. Have a great new year everybody!

my day in photos

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mirror shot. cliche i know.

transferring photos. ickkkk.

jump street. aw yeah.

my little oreo.

the stupid clouds.
i also went shopping and got to tank tops today. but whatever. sorry i haven't been here, i seriously have been busy. i was at camp for two weeks and i've been sick. i have a lot of posts planned so, whoopeeee!
anywho, i'll post again tomorrow, after i get all the photos transferred. *elongated sigh*

slow dance

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Have you ever watched kids on a merry-go-round, or listened to rain slapping the ground?Ever followed a butterfly's erratic flight, or gazed at the sun fading into the night?You better slow down, don't dance so fast, time is short, the music won't last.
Do you run through each day on the fly, when you ask "How are you?", do you hear the reply?When the day is done, do you lie in your bed, with the next hundred chores running through your head?You better slow down, don't dance so fast, time is short, the music won't last.
Ever told your child, we'll do it tomorrow, and in your haste, not see his sorrow?Ever lost touch, let a friendship die, 'cause you never had time to call and say hi?You better slow down, don't dance so fast, time is short, the music won't last.
When you run so fast to get somewhere, you miss half the fun of getting there.When you worry and hurry through your day, it's like an unopened gift thrown away.Life isn't a race, so take it slower, hear the music before your song is over.

this poem is gorgeous. i love it. it's so true. we all are rushing through the day, anticipating until the end of the week. when we do that we miss all of the fun getting there. all the memories that could've been made. yesterday, i spent over 10 hours in the car. my phone was dead. i read that poem and it really got me thinking... it's so amazing how much we miss in our days. we need to live slower. it's tough when we're tired and weary, but we need to be optimistic and make the best of every situation.

"I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." John 10:10

28 Eylül 2012 Cuma

Elitch Gardens Open All Day Starting Today

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Elitch Gardens and Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood partner for summer 2009

It's Memorial Day weekend and Elitch Gardens Denver Colorado is now open for the summer!
From 10am to 9pm daily, Elitch Gardens is open all day every day through August 9th.

For information on tickets and packages: www.hilakewood.com/elitchgardens

For theme park hours and calendar check out their website

The Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood is offering a great Elitch Gardens Package this summer.
Your family package is only $179 and Includes:

Accommodations in our newly renovated guest rooms - King or 2 Queen beds (based on availability)
4 Tickets to Elitch Gardens Amusement Park
Extend your reservation (without tickets) for only $99
Packages are now available to be booked online

Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood is located in Lakewood, CO just southwest of Denver and minutes from Elitch Gardens Theme Park . Plan your vacation today!

Denver New Year's Eve Package

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Join the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood to celebrate New Year's Eve 2009!

Exclusive package is only $99 and includes:

Accommodations for 2 in a beautifully renovated guest room
Bottle of Champagne to share
Breakfast and Mimosas in the Sporting News Grill Restaurant in the morning
1pm Late Check-out on New Year's Day... or
Extend your stay for only $59 (our Friends and Family Rate)

Denver New Year's Eve Hotel Package

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Denver Broncos' Fans Unite!

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1 Appetizer to share

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We're Back, and We're Stuffed

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Well, after a Holiday Hiatus, we're back! First thing I want to do before getting to some editorials is to catch up on some of the bigger news.

So, the Transformers ride is opening. This is considered big news, so here's a recap. It's basically a new version of the Spiderman ride in my viewpoint, but I suppose this is a good backup plan for Universal if and when they ever lose their Marvel license to Disney. Slashfilm reported recently that the attraction vehicle is an actual transformer. Your car is a character. My good friends over at Topless Robot had this to say:

Transformers: The Movie: the Ride is just about ready to open in Universal Studios Singapore, and one of the local news stations did this report on what getting to the ride will be like. I feel like it's notable for two reasons:
1) That it could take up to 1.5 hours of waiting in line to actually get on Transformers: The Ride. The idea that anyone would wait up to 90 minutes for a ride based on Bayformers -- unless they were some sort of war criminal, and this was their court-mandated punishment -- depresses me to no end.
2) On the other hand, as the newslady is happy to point out, the walls surrounding the queue will be full of buttons to press and switches to flip, so that people can "entertain" themselves while waiting. By pressing buttons and hitting switches. Like developing infants do with toys.

As harsh as that sounds, I can't disagree. However, I'm sure I'll be amazed with the technology once it opens. You can make up your own mind by viewing this video.

In other news:

-I should point out that we have seen a new type of ticketing system put into use that could possibly eliminate turnstiles.

-Coney Island is celebrating its roots with some new construction work.

-Kennywood sold Pitfall, so could a new ride be on the way?

-TDS celebrates its 10 birthday just in time for the holidays.

Hope you all had a great Thanksgiving! And if you didn't, it could be worse. The Pilgrims had to catch their own turkey. I'll leave you with a look at what that might have looked like, courtesy of Sally Dark Rides.

...we're back?

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Hello readers!

First of all, I definitely need to apologize for the lack of updates. I've been ridiculously busy with other things over the past several months, and I regret not updating this sooner. Sadly, I simply haven't had time. Thank you to those who have continued to visit and check on the site - I appreciate it greatly.

On that note, I'm hoping to get the site going again with news, Impressions, photos, and other possible new features. What better day to pick back up than on our one year anniversary! That's right, we've been up for one year today (even if we have been gone for several months), and that's an achievement I'm quite proud of. Thanks once again for your readership.

So, what have we been doing? Spring break this year included stops at Thorpe Park and Disneyland Paris, so expect to see reviews for those up sometime in the near future. On top of that, I still have one to finish off from last year; again, oops. Right now, I've just uploaded 100 photos from Thorpe to our Facebook page, including lots of pictures of The Swarm. Head on over and check it out, and maybe go ahead and like our page while you're at it ;)

I'll be sure to post as often as possible, but I can't guarantee daily updates right now. As always I'll do my best. For now, enjoy the Thorpe Park photos, and thanks for sticking with us!

-Wynn

27 Eylül 2012 Perşembe

First Hotel in Denver to Complete Holiday Inn Relaunch

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Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood Signs on
for Worldwide Brand Relaunch
First Hotel in Denver to Feature New Sign and Brand Standards

Denver, June 2009 – The new Holiday Inn sign introduced in 2007 is making its way around the world. And today, the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood announces this green beacon of hospitality will light the way for visitors to Denver.

The new sign is the seal of approval that this hotel exemplifies the standards of the $1 billion Holiday Inn brand relaunch program established to create a more contemporary brand image, increase quality and drive consistency. Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood is the FIRST in Denver and among the first hotels in the world to receive the sign.

“We have set an aggressive pace to relaunch our global estate of nearly 3,200 hotels, in excess of 419,000 guest rooms and 12,000 signs by the end of 2010,” said John Merkin, senior vice president, Brand Management, Holiday Inn Brands, the Americas. “And with the addition of Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood we are off and running on our journey to make every Holiday Inn hotel as great as our best one.”

Elements of the Holiday Inn brand relaunch include:
Redesigned Brand Signage
An evolution of the iconic script logo, energizing the signature color green and eliminating the current shield shape for a more refreshed and contemporary look.

Refreshed Guest Room
New bedding that redefines the look and feel of each guest room with fresh, white triple- sheeting and pillows that come in two comfort levels: “soft” and “firm.” An enhanced bathroom that features an improved showerhead offering superior pressure, as well as a signature shower curtain with curved rod and new amenities to deliver a consistent bath experience that feels fresh and contemporary.

Warm Welcome
A new signature arrival – including new lighting, landscaping and design features – that creates an energized and branded sense of welcome that is universally recognizable. Customized music and scent selections also engage guests in a complete sensory experience, and a decluttered front desk to promote a more efficient and interactive check-in process.

New Service Promise
A best-in-class service culture – “Stay Real” – to further ensure the team develops the behaviors and skills to best serve guests so they feel like individuals and not numbers. Genuine people delivering real service. Leading the charge, will be a newly created position at each hotel – the Guest Experience Champion.

“We look forward to offering our guests an enhanced stay experience with a new look and exceptional levels of customer service,” said Aaron Dexter, hotel GM. “And we are especially pleased to be among the first wave of properties to showcase these new Holiday Inn brand family hallmarks.”

The 188 room hotel is conveniently located between the excitement of downtown Denver and the majestic Rocky Mountains, and offers over 5,000 square feet of meeting space and complimentary wired or wireless internet access. Other amenities include the Sporting News Grill restaurant and bar, room service, fitness center, outdoor pool, and much more.

Standard Holiday Inn guestroom accommodations feature comfortable double, queen or king-sized beds, a sitting area with a lounge chair, cable television, hairdryer, coffee maker, iron and ironing board. For the business traveler, guestrooms provide a work desk and ergonomic chair, data ports, complimentary USA Today newspapers, and in-room check-out capabilities. High speed Internet access is also available.

The Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood, is located at 7390 W. Hampden Ave., Lakewood, CO 80227. Telephone: 303.980.9200; Facsimile: 303.980.6423; Website: www.hilakewood.com

Denver Hotel Conservation Efforts Paying Off

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The Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood has been busy. Not only have they spent the past 2 years making dramatic changes in the hotels' physical appearance, they've also made major strides in their conservation efforts. Here are some of the amazing results:

Electricity: Hotel has reduced electric consumption by 184,320 kwh in 2008 v 2007
Natural Gas: Hotel has reduced natural gas consumption by 1,500 therms in 2008 v 2007
Carbon Dioxide: As a result of the Electric and Natural Gas conservation noted, we reduced our carbon footprint by 174.2 tons
Water: Hotel reduced water consumption by 547,000 gallons in 2008 vs 2007

* In 2009 we are on track to consume substantially less than in 2008 in all categories.

This Denver hotel is setting the 'green' standard for hotels in Denver and throughout Colorado. Guests who stay with the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood not only get a warm, inviting (and new) hotel with exceptional service -- but can feel good that their host is making every effort at reducing the impact of the hotel operation on the environment.

For more information visit: Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood - Green Hotel

Denver Hotel Specials for Fall

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Leaves are changing and fall is upon us bringing cooler weather, leaving the busy summer season behind. But just because summer vacation is over, doesn't mean you're trapped at home. Now more than ever, is the best time to travel, as hotels are offering great deals to entice would-be travellers to take an escape - a quick getaway to rejuvinate. No where is this more apparent than in the Denver area.

Hotels like the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood offers great nightly rates, but also terrific packages celebrating the Fall season.

Have you ever been to the 'Great American Beer Fest?' It's in Denver this year and the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood is joining in the celebration with their 'Denver Beer Fest Package ' including beautiful accommodations for 2 as well as Dinner for 2 at the Sporting News Grill and they are even throwing in 2 draft beers of choice (from a selection of 16) to join in the spirit of Beer Fest. Rates start at just $124 and Denver's Beer Fest begins tomorrow, September 24th.

Elitch Gardens FrightFest - Elitch Gardens is soon to close it's season, and with it goes our very popular Elitch Gardens Package. One last chance to get to this very popular Denver amusement park and join in the FrightFest - Families by Day, Fright by Night.

Getting ready for the biggest shopping season of the year -- the Holiday Inn Lakewood's got a deal for you with the Shopping Package that includes a $100 Visa Gift Card free, with package purchase. The Shopping Package is based on a 2 night minimum stay and is only $129/night. The visa card can be used for shopping at the nearby Belmar shopping center, for travel expenses, hotel expenses or a nice new pretty gift for yourself~

With Denver hotel eals like these, it really does pay to travel!

Take a look at the new video tour of the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood and visit our website for more information.

Denver New Year's Eve Package

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Join the Holiday Inn Denver Lakewood to celebrate New Year's Eve 2009!

Exclusive package is only $99 and includes:

Accommodations for 2 in a beautifully renovated guest room
Bottle of Champagne to share
Breakfast and Mimosas in the Sporting News Grill Restaurant in the morning
1pm Late Check-out on New Year's Day... or
Extend your stay for only $59 (our Friends and Family Rate)

Denver New Year's Eve Hotel Package

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Denver Broncos' Fans Unite!

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2 Drinks at the Sporting News Grill
1 Appetizer to share

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26 Eylül 2012 Çarşamba

Kings Island Begins Demo of Son of Beast

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Fans of Kings Island's Son of Beast may cringe a little when looking at these photos. I have a feeling many of us will breath a sigh of relief instead, knowing that the end is truly near for the troublesome coaster.

The photos were tweeted by the park's Vice President and General Manager, Greg Scheid, noting that the demolition of the massive ride has begun.

For more on the story of Son of Beast, check out this post from Scott & Carol from earlier this Summer.

Rest In Pieces, Son of Beast!

From The Vault: Knott's Berry Farm 1994 Brochure

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Here's a Vault entry from not so long ago, but long enough that the featured park was quite a different place. The time? 1994. The place? America's First Theme Park, aka, Knott's Berry Farm.

Snoopy and a Boomerang - quite the combination! In 1994 Knott's was still family owned, and was working to stay relevant in the crowded Southern California theme park market.

The brochure makes it quite clear that the latest attraction to open at Knott's was Mystery Lodge, a special effects filled theater show settled into the Wild Water Wilderness area of the park. Guests enter a recreation of a Native American longhouse and watch as smoke from a fire magically turns into characters that accompany the story.

Knott's has never been shy about showing off the world's most famous beagle, and here he is featured quite prominently. The park also advertises itself as America's most beloved independent amusement park - something that's no longer true.

How about some rides! By detailing the different themed areas of the park, they're able to show off all they have to offer. From the wonderfully classic log flume to a trip to the jurassic era on the Kingdom of the Dinosaurs, there was quite a mix of rides to check out.

Here's that beagle again. Even if the Peanuts characters are dressed in their western finest, there's still other areas to check out. Indian Trails, Wild Water Wilderness, and of course Camp Snoopy had a little of something for everyone. At the time Knott's had three major coasters, and one kiddie version. Today they offer a total of nine - a bit of a testament to how the park has progressed over the years.

Scott and Carol Present Worlds of Fun's Haunt Part 2

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Last Thursday our story on Worlds of Fun’s Haunt highlighted the parks newest haunt Zombie High. Part two tells the rest of the story.

While the haunts and mazes looks great, Worlds of Fun relies on Dawna to provide appropriately decorated bodies. She oversees a squad of nearly 30 artists for every night of the Haunt. Every artist has to pass both a portfolio and time test, because quality production is the name of the game. Usually 80% of the artists return each year, and some of them enjoy Haunt so much they decorate others, and then join them in entertaining the guests.

Preparing the cast is a long process, and they are going to be on their feet all night, so plenty of places to sit are provided for the early arrivals to pass the time. With nearly 400 characters to prep, an orderly flow of characters to the artist is essential.

Every member of the group is asked what they would like to be, and if it fits into the plan, their requests are honored. Once they are fitted for a costume, they are that character for the entire season. The park cleans the costume daily and reissues it to them so they don’t have to maintain it themselves.

After everybody is ready to go, the individual groups gather for a short meeting before the rally. During the rally, safety rules are reiterated, and announcements made concerning what group turned in the best performance on the night before.

Any special guests are introduced, imagine the nearly 400 screaming monsters of all types shaking their fists and weapons at you, and they form up for the Rise of the Overlord.

Back in the park, guests have been staking out their spots for the show for hours, because Worlds of Fun really pulls out the stops for the Haunt. A few scaractors ride, but most march down to the show. As the Overlord rises, the music crescendos, and the screams begin as some of the monsters work the crowd.

The atmosphere builds every night, a stark contrast to the daylight hours when not so scary activities for the little monsters guests give them something special during the day. But they need to watch out after dark, because Haunt is recommended for ages 12 and over. Nobody is passing out candy after being summoned by the Overlord. Here is a video from over a year ago.
After the shows conclude, the parade starts, with the monsters traveling en masse through the park, splitting off at their respective mazes and scream zones. They all have their pennants and marching orders, but sometimes they pause to give a guest some unwanted attention

The Overlord is the final part of the parade, to better ascertain whether his serfs are at their duly appointed tasks.

Here is a link to a past parade video.

London Terror is based on werewolves terrorizing London, with Big Ben, everybody using English accents, and some great stunts. Our favorites were the wolf eating the body and being startled by the wolf leaping out of the building at us.
Bloodshed is based on a slaughter house, and it starts off where the chickens met their end, and you need to listen to the guy who tells you to “Watch out for the pig.” It will be uncomfortably close to you.

Asylum Island features our favorite character, the needle lady.

Filled with lots of strobes and smoke, they lull you into a false sense of security while you walk a very long way, and then the scare you from all sides. They even have some real time cameras hooked to monitors to shows guests in the queue the people ahead of them being scared.

With one of the best Cornstalkers we have experienced, the narrow paths force you to constantly create your own rustling noise, and when the anticipation reaches its height, they not only scare you, then they laugh at you while the next guy scares you too. One of the creepiest decorations is the dead dog in the middle of the path. The boundaries force you to step right next to him, ugh.

Master McCarthy’s Doll Factory features lots of doll hanging from hooks through their heads, a wall of “barbies,” and a wall of “Kens.” But the best part is when you must weave through the corridor of peeing dolls.

And, here is a photo of Scott hanging around with one of the other out of towners visiting the Haunt!

Lore of The Vampire leads into Club Blood. The attacking spider and the option of buying shots of “AB” blood in the bar add a grotesque touch, along with a large pile of coffins. Our favorite prop was the sparkle ball coffin; she really partied till she died.

There is also Blood Drums, a percussion show encompassing barrels, a muffler, and even an air conditioner cover as instruments. The highlight is when there is dueling grinders.

So that is just a taste of Haunt at Worlds of Fun, it would be so much better for us if it wasn’t clear across Missouri and Illinois both. Wishing you the scariest Halloween ever, thanks for reading!