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Cedar Point reaffirms coaster credentials with Gatekeeper
Los Angeles Times staff writerAfter a half decade without a new roller coaster and the removal of two aging rides from its coaster fleet, Cedar Point can once again reclaim its self-proclaimed title of "America's Roller Coast" with the addition of Gatekeeper in 2013. > Photos:...Tags: China, Travel, Six Flags Inc., Italy, Social Media
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Six Flags unveils new attractions for every park in 2013
Six Flags unveiled its 2013 lineup of new roller coasters, thrill rides, water slides and live shows at the amusement park chain's 13 locations. > Photos: New attractions coming to Six Flags parks in 2013 Six Flags' 2013 attractions include three...
Tags: Six Flags Over Georgia, Gardens and Parks, Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Six Flags New England, Mexico City
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Cedar Point plans a record-setting winged coaster in 2013
Los Angeles Times staff writerCedar Point theme park in Ohio plans to add a $25-million record-setting winged roller coaster in 2013, according to local media reports. Photos: Winged roller coaster at Cedar Point The Swiss-based Bolliger & Mabillard Wing Rider, dubbed "CP Alt....Tags: Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Travel, Gardens and Parks, Six Flags Inc., Cedar Fair LP
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Bird? Plane? It's Superman coaster at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
Los Angeles Times staff writerA first-of-its-kind vertical roller coaster debuting June 30 at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom will take riders through a pair of twists, a towering heart-line roll and a non-inverting loop. Dubbed Superman Ultimate Flight, the custom Premier Rides launched...Tags: Six Flags Over Georgia, Six Flags Inc., Six Flags New England, Kings Dominion, Superman (fictional character)
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Six Flags unveils new attractions for every park in 2012
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterSix Flags unveiled its 2012 lineup of new roller coasters, thrill rides, water slides and live shows at the amusement park chain's 12 North American locations. > Photos: New attractions coming to Six Flags parks in 2012 New Six Flags President and Chief...Tags: Six Flags Over Georgia, Six Flags New England, Mexico City, Entertainment, Mexico
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Wild Eagle winged coaster to debut at Dollywood in 2012
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterThe $20-million Wild Eagle at Dollywood in Tennessee is on track to be the first winged coaster in the U.S. when it opens in March 2012. > Photos: Wild Eagle winged coaster at Dollywood With riders sitting on either side of the track in a winged...Tags: Italy, Amusement and Theme Parks
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X-Flight wing coaster premieres at Six Flags Great America in May
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterThe X-Flight coaster coming in May to Six Flags Great America will take riders seated in a winged formation through a near-miss keyhole fly-through that serves as the new ride's signature element. PHOTOS: X-Flight wing coaster at Six Flags Great America...Tags: Six Flags Inc., Amusement and Theme Parks
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Top 12 for 2012: Most anticipated new rides and attractions at U.S. theme parks
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterAt first I thought it was too early to look ahead at the new attractions coming to U.S. theme parks in 2012, but then I realized a number of big rides have already been announced and many more are being teased in elaborate marketing campaigns. Photos:...Tags: Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Gardens and Parks, Despicable Me (movie), Trips and Vacations, Pixar Animation
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Top 10 new theme park rides for 2011
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterIt already feels as if 2011 is shaping up as a tweener ye ar for new rides and attractions at U.S. theme parks. Last year saw the blockbuster debuts of Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal's Islands of Adventure in Florida and the "World of...Tags: Harry Potter (fictional character), Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry, Six Flags New England, Holidays, Hotels and Accommodations
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Six Flags amusement parks prepare for thematic makeovers
Los Angeles Times Staff WriterWham! Bam! Ka-Pow! A bruising brawl involving comic-book superheroes, Saturday morning cartoon characters and extreme sports icons will change the ride and roller coaster landscape of Six Flags' 11 U.S. amusement parks in 2011. An intellectual...Tags: Batman (fictional character), Hanna-Barbera Productions, Inc., Six Flags New England, Athletes, Bugs Bunny (fictional animal)
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What's new at theme parks around the country
It's a big year for fans of theme parks and roller coasters all over North America.
The long list of new attractions includes the rock 'n' roll-themed Hard Rock Park in Myrtle Beach, S.C.; the Nickelodeon-themed park at Minnesota's Mall of America; Toy...Tags: Toy Industry, Lost (tv program), Family, Nickelodeon (tv network), Recreational and Sporting Goods Industry
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Summer vacation time not equal across Chicagoland
While many of her friends are stuck in school into June, Wauconda eighth-grader Alexandra Hayden plans to take advantage of her district's early summer break to beat the crowds at Six Flags Great America. "I'm going to party," said Alexandra, who is...
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