Author: Brett Bertolino

Carowinds | Cedar Fair | News

Carowinds Introduces Guest-Driven Associate Recognition Program
ByBrett Bertolino August 17, 2022September 4, 2022

Carowinds hires approximately 2,200 seasonal associates to help staff the park annually. Job opportunities are available in all park operating areas, including rides, merchandise and games, park services, food and beverage, admissions, safety and security, entertainment and more. Carowinds offers flexible schedules and many perks for its associates, including discounts, reward and recognition programs, exclusive…

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News | Sea World Parks and Entertainment | Special Events

Grand Opening of New Lone Star Lakeside Bar at SeaWorld San Antonio To Headline Josh Abbott Band
ByBrett Bertolino June 2, 2021August 20, 2021

Texas country music favorite Josh Abbott Band will take the stage with two exclusive performances to kick off the grand opening of SeaWorld San Antonio’s ALL-NEW Lone Star Lakeside Bar. The full-service, shaded waterfront bar will feature hand-crafted cocktails, Texas distilled whiskeys, Lone Star local craft beers, and more. Paying homage to SeaWorld San Antonio’s…

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Construction | News | Waterparks

Great Wolf Lodge Planning New Innovative Resort
ByBrett Bertolino June 2, 2021August 20, 2021

Great Wolf Lodge is a renowned hotel chain known for their innovative resorts and thrilling indoor waterparks. Over the last few decades, the chain has installed resorts all over the United States in locations such as the Greater Chicago region, Cincinnati, Northern Ohio, Wisconsin Dells. and Colorado Springs. It seems that the chain is now…

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Cedar Fair | Kings Island | News

Kings Island Announces 900 Positions Available at $18 Per Hour
ByBrett Bertolino May 28, 2021August 20, 2021

Kings Island amusement park, located near Cincinnati Ohio, has announced 900 positions at $18/hr for the 2021 season. Positions available include Food & Beverage, Lifeguards and Security associates. All other positions available at the park (ages 16+) pay $15/hr. “For the Cincinnati and Dayton area, Kings Island has been a preferred employer for so many…

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Construction | News | Six Flags | Waterparks

New Waterpark Attraction Coming To Six Flags St. Louis
ByBrett Bertolino May 26, 2021August 20, 2021

In 2019, Six Flags St. Louis announced Catwoman’s Whip, a unique aerial thrill ride. The attraction was ultimately pushed to 2022. With many projects being delayed or cancelled by the pandemic, it shocked many that the park announced Adventure Cove for the summer of 2021. Replacing Hooks Lagoon, this attraction features numerous levels of interactive…

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News | Universal

Universal Orlando Resort Announces “DreamWorks Destination” – An All-New, Interactive Character Experience Opening This Spring
ByBrett Bertolino May 21, 2021August 20, 2021

This spring, Universal Orlando Resort will debut an all-new, interactive character experience – DreamWorks Destination – where guests can meet, greet and dance along with their favorite DreamWorks characters in an incredibly-themed location that brings the high-energy fun of the franchise’s most popular animated films to life. Located in the KidZone area of Universal Studios…

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Fun Spot | News

Sky Hawk Swing Ride Coming To Fun Spot America
ByBrett Bertolino April 1, 2021August 20, 2021

Fun Spot America is becoming “HUGE-ER than HUGE” with plans to add another new ride, Sky Hawk, to the Orlando park location. Sky Hawk is a 90-foot family swing ride manufactured by A.R.M (USA) Inc. and will provide guests a bird’s eye view of the park. The 24-passenger swing features both traditional side-by-side 2 passenger…

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Kings Dominion | News | Uncategorized

Coaster Nation Comes Across a “Wicked” Kings Dominion Artifact
ByBrett Bertolino October 5, 2018October 5, 2018

If you ever seen the show “American Pickers” you know that random artifacts can appear in random places. The staff at Coaster Nation found that out in the most interesting manner over the weekend in Scranton, Pa, when one of our staff came across the former entrance sign for the Hurler in a residential driveway….

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Cedar Point | News | Video

California’s Great America Completes First Test of Railblazer Roller Coaster
ByBrett Bertolino April 24, 2018April 27, 2018

For months, coaster enthusiasts have been waiting their first sight of California’s first monorail coaster in action. California’s Great America fulfilled those wishes with a recent update to the park’s social media channels. After completion of the rock-work themeing, the park was finally able to begin testing their new prototype coaster. This video shows the…

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