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    Opening Weekend of Winterfest 2022 at Canada's Wonderland

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    Last weekend Nicholas and Jeff made their way to Canada's Wonderland to take in the first weekend of WinterFest. It is definitely a winter wonderland in the great white north and the park looks absolutely amazing! 

    Let's head in for a look at the wintery fun in Ontario! We hope to have some food pics from Canada's Wonderland soon, we'll update this post when we do! 
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    Welcome to Canada's Wonderland! Yes, that's real snow!

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    No, it's not cold. =)

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    Wonderland Mountain looks beautiful all decked out for the holidays!

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    If you need to warm up, you can head in for some Cookie Decorating!

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    There are even some rides open!

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    Snoopy and Woodstock are ready for the cold weather!

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    Send a note to Santa! It doesn't have far to go.

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    Penguins!!!

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    Definitely needed!

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    Absolutely love this touch!

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    Fire pit and an awesome coaster!

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    These light canopy's are always fun!

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    Happy Holidays from Canada!

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    Holiday In The Park 2022 at Six Flags Over Georgia

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    This years Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Over Georgia was well done - especially the North Pole area - which really showed they're trying to care - and to make it work as much as they can.

    Holiday in the Park runs select days through January 1st. You can find more information about this years event here. 
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    The North Pole setup for meeting Santa is pretty good. Taking place in the former Sky Bucket Station near Acrophobia

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    Guests are admitted one party at a time into the area, which features elves handling Santa's various affairs, like checking the naughty & nice list and keeping track of all the letters coming in.

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    Guests who wish to meet Santa are given a pager to hold their place in line, and can avail themselves of multiple activities, such as games, ornament making (free), "harvesting" candy cane trees (also free), and photo ops.

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    The stage show at Crystal Pistol was quite good - and shows a lot of promise from the people working the show.

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    "Grouchy Gator" is a puppet show that brings back memories of the park's epic "Buford the Buzzard" insult comic show. Multiple performances on the Lickskillet stage.

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    Ring in the Holidays at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom’s Reimagined Holiday in the Park

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    VALLEJO, Calif. — November 23, 2022 — Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the Thrill Capital of Northern California, today announced the return of a reimagined version of -- Holiday in the Park. From stunning holiday displays, to themed entertainment, delicious seasonal food, and world-class rides, there is plenty of merriment to be had while enjoying this Northern California tradition. For the 15th edition of Holiday in the Park, the event has been reimagined with more decorations, activities and treats for guests to enjoy than ever before.  A new event offering added to Holiday in the Park this year is the Holiday Market, where guests can stroll past local vendors with handcrafted wares and delightful food set in a whimsical setting reminiscent of European Christmas markets.

    “Visiting Holiday in the Park has been an annual tradition for families all across Northern California for years,” said Park General Manager Dameon Nelson. “For the 15th year of the event, our team is excited to present a more immersive holiday experience with newly themed areas, elevated sights and sounds, plus rides that, for the first time ever, are getting into the holiday spirit.”
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    Holiday in the Park will operate select days, November 25, 2022 through January 1, 2023. New and time-honored traditions included with park admission are:
    • 7 Newly Decorated Areas of the Park
      • Merry Plaza
      • Holiday Market
      • Candy Cane Lane
      • Celebration Station
      • Winter Wonderlane
      • Toy Land
      • Twinkling Twee Fowest
    • 3 Entertaining Holiday Shows
      • Holiday Dreams Tree Lighting
      • A Very Merry Christmas
      • Dolphin Holiday
    • 5 Festive Transformations of Park Rides
      • Winter Whirl
      • Reindeer Race
      • Peppermint Twirl
      • Sugarplum Spin
      • Penguin Plunge
    To add to the merriment, guests can take home an assortment of Holiday in the Park gifts and souvenirs including novelty apparel, ornaments, soft plush toys, plus the best memory of all, a photo with Santa himself.

    For more information on Holiday in the Park at Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, visit sixflags.com/discoverykingdom/events.
    For the ultimate holiday gift, purchase a 2023 Six Flags Season Pass and enjoy thrills all season with in-park discounts, admission to Fright Fest®, Holiday in the Park® and many new events in 2023, and so much more. 
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    Now only through November 28, Gold Pass purchases receive an automatic upgrade to Platinum, with even more benefits like admission to Hurricane Harbor Concord through the limited time Cyber Sale. For more details visit sixflags.com/discoverykingdom. 

    Six Flags Jobs
    Six Flags is currently hiring. Team members receive in-park discounts, rewards and recognitions, exclusive Team Member events, and flexible scheduling. These jobs are great for students, teachers, retirees, or anyone looking for a second job that allows them to work around a busy personal schedule. Select jobs, including Rides and Food & Beverage, start at $17 an hour. To apply, visit SixFlagsJobs.com for immediate openings.

    About Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Hurricane Harbor Concord
    Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the Thrill Capital of Northern California, is home to more than 60 rides, shows, and attractions, including 11 world-class roller coasters like Medusa and BATMAN: The Ride. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Concord, Northern California’s Most Thrilling Waterpark, features more than 22 rides and attractions like Splashwater Island and Break Point Plunge. Six Flags Discovery Kingdom and Hurricane Harbor Concord are the premier destinations for thrilling, family fun.

    About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
    Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of waterparks in North America, with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. For 60 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling waterparks and unique attractions.
     
    Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.
     
    Holiday in the Park® is a registered trademark of Six Flags Theme Parks Inc.
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    Christmas Celebration 2022 at SeaWorld San Diego

    Last weekend we were invited out to SeaWorld San Diego to check out this years Christmas Celebration. In fact, I spent parts of two days at the park, a bit on Friday to get our Annual Passholder ornament and then back on Saturday for their Media event. 

    We have a lot of fun stuff to get to so let's head in!! 
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    Welcome to SeaWorld San Diego

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    It was a beautiful two days in San Diego!!

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    Lots of awesome Christmas decorations throughout the park

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    And even some leftover ones

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    There were some nice enhancements to this years event, like Mrs. Claus' Christmas Cavalcade

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    I'm not usually an IPA fan, but the Emperor IPA is pretty good

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    Due to Avian Flu, some of the outdoor bird exhibits have been moved.

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    Or in the case of the Megallanic Penguins, a net has been added.

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    Finally got to ride Tidal Twister, it wasn't for me. And that's all I have to say about that. POV is below!

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    Tried some snacks on the Water Front, both were very tasty!

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    Beautiful day in San Diego!

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    Let's take a look at some of the great Christmas Decorations!

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    Rudolph is of course back!

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    It's behind me isn't it?

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    Arctic Rescue seems to be coming along!

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    Lots of Construction going on around Wild Arctic. Will be interesting to see how the incorporate this exhibit with the ride.

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    When I rode Emperor you could see that most of the footers have been poured.

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    Speaking of Emperor, it reopened from it's refurbishment on Saturday with no noticeable differences to the queue or station.

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    Hopefully they'll do some enhances to Emperor before Arctic Rescue opens. Speaking of coasters at SeaWorld, we got a couple of Holiday POV's of Manta!

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    Some of the holiday treats you can find around the park! 
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    Actual Reindeer, just hanging out on vacation before their big night!

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    We also saw Dolphin Island Christmas!

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    Spiked Hot Chocolate that was 100% Bailey's.

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    Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate.

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    Why do all theme park shows have to be cheesy?

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    We got to meet an Alligator at our VIP Party!

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    Let's see some lights!

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    Some fantastic displays all around the park!

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    And of course the Sky Tower tree!

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    And an awesome laser show at the front of the park!

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    Plethora of Delicious Holiday Food Available at Universal Studios Hollywood Beginning This Weekend

    Universal Studios Hollywood sent us a sneak peek at some of the delicious food that is available for the holidays beginning this weekend! We can't wait to try some of this out!! 
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    Savory Food Items
    • Holiday Popcorn Chicken & Waffle
    • Roasted Chicken & Brie Croissant
    • Smoked Brisket Sandwich
    • Max 22” Hot Dog
    • Harvest Stew in a Bread Bowl (Vegan)
    • Clam Chowder in a Bread Bowl
    • English Holiday Meal at Three Broomsticks
    Sweets
    • Butterscotch Pudding Jar
    • Black Forest Cake Jar
    • Gingerbread Who-Ville Tree Cookie
    • Holiday Minion Sugar Cookie
    • Snow Globe Cookie
    • Smores Cupcake​​
    • Pumpkin Spice Caramel Cupcake
    • Mini Donut Cup (Cinnamon Sugar & Pumpkin Spice)
    • Grinch Donut
    • Chocolate Wreath Donut
    • Grinch Funnel Cake
    • Pumpkin Spice Churro
    • Grinch Cotton Candy
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    Beverages (non-alcoholic)
    • Classic Hot Chocolate
    • Peppermint Hot Chocolate
    • Smores Hot Chocolate
    • Grinch’s Heart Lemonade
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    Cold Mixed Drinks (alcoholic)
    • Winter Mojito
    • Santa’s Secret Tonic
    • Mulligan’s Treat
    • Sleigh Bell Irish Sour
    • Grinch’s Heart
    • Fiesta Fizz
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    Hot Mixed Drinks (alcoholic)
    • Spiked Peppermint Hot Chocolate
    • Buttered Rum
    • Pear Cider
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    IAAPA 2022 By The Numbers

    IAAPA Expo 2022 concluded with almost 37,000 registered attendees, including 25,561 qualified buyers representing 11,869 buying companies, and 1,077 exhibiting companies. IAAPA Expo attendees represented 104 different countries.
    ORLANDO, FLORIDA (November 18, 2022) – IAAPA Expo finished today with 36,882 registered attendees, including 25,561 qualified buyers representing 11,869 buying companies, and 1,077 exhibiting companies. IAAPA Expo attendees represented 104 different countries.
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    “We set out this year to bring a fresh and innovative Expo experience to showcase the best of the attractions industry and we certainly accomplished that,” said Michael Shelton, executive director and vice president for IAAPA North America. “We proudly welcomed more than 36,000 attendees, filled more than 518,000 square feet of exhibit space and presented more than 100 on-site educational sessions. The incredible speakers and content presented along with the largest trade show in the industry surely inspired all who attended.”

    The global attraction industry’s premier international event kicked off Monday, November 14 with a program full of educational opportunities and highlights that only IAAPA could offer, including EDUTours at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and Walt Disney World’s Blizzard Beach. The weeklong conference and trade show also included seven EDUTours, more than 50 networking opportunities, and a variety of charity events benefiting Give Kids The World.

    In total, participating Expo attendees raised more than $157,000 through the 19th Annual IAAPA International Charity Golf Tournament, 12th Annual IAAPA Charity Motorcycle Run benefiting Give Kids The World, and the 16th Annual IAAPA Footprints From the Heart 5K Run/1-Mile Walk Benefiting Give Kids The World Village. There were 108 golfers, 23 motorcycle riders, and 401 runners who participated in the three events.

    The trade show officially opened Tuesday after a successful Guinness World Record attempt to have the most people launch streamer cannons simultaneously. Immediately following that, exhibitors and attendees filled the halls of the Orange County Convention Center for four days focused on discussing critical business needs, education sessions and panels, networking opportunities, and discovering the latest products and innovations.

    “It has been wonderful to see the continued recovery of the global attractions industry,” said Hal McEvoy, IAAPA’s president and chief executive officer. “I’m proud of our team, partners, and volunteers for executing a great show in Orlando that benefits our members and our community.”

    Attendees were able to enjoy the thrills of one of Orlando’s top theme parks with the signature IAAPA Celebrates event held this year at Universal’s Islands of Adventures theme park. Networking with their industry peers, guests enjoyed specialty food and beverage as they got private access to nearly a dozen rides and several themed sections within the award-winning park.

    Although the doors just closed on this year’s event, plans for IAAPA Expo 2023 are underway already. IAAPA Expo 2023 will take place in Orlando Nov. 13-17. Advance exhibit sales are strong with 227 exhibitors reserving 126,900 square feet of contracted booth space so far.

    This year’s IAAPA Expo sponsors included:
    accesso, Adyen N.V., Aluvii, AMPP, Attraction and Entertainment Solutions, Inc., The Dinosaur Company (Billings Productions, Inc.), batwin + robin productions, inc., Bmotion Technology, Brogent Technologies Inc., CAVU Designwerks/DreamCraft Attractions Ltd, CLM Risk Management, Continuum Preparedness, Cosm Inc., Dippin' Dots, LLC, Disney Live Entertainment, DOF, .fun Domains, EPR Properties, Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc., Harris Miniature Golf Courses, Inc., HOLOGATE, Hownd, Inc., JRA – Part of RWS Entertainment Group, JR Automation, Kraftwerk Living Technologies, LightUpToys.com, McGowan Allied Specialty Insurance, Miral, Moss Distributing, OTR Premium Cocktails, Outdoor Factory, Player One Amusement Group, Polin Waterparks, ProSlide Technology, QubicaAMF Bowling Products, Redemption Plus, ROE Visual, ROLLER, RWS Entertainment Group, S&S Worldwide, Inc., Sacoa Cashless System, Semnox Solutions LLC, Simtec Systems, SPREE Interactive, State Fair Mini Donuts, Stone Brewing Company, Storibox, TAIT, The Coca-Cola Company, The Experience Department, The Nassal Company, THG, Thinkwell Group, Unclaimed Baggage, VAHLE, Inc., Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V., Visit Orlando/Orange County Convention Center (OCCC), Water Safety Products Inc., Water Technology Inc. (WTI).