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  • Theme Park Discounts, Coupons, & Promotions

    Written by The Coaster Critic 3 Comments
    Last Updated: July 19, 2009
    Theme Park Discounts, Coupons, & Promotions
    Discounts on Theme Park Tickets In a recession, what’s better than a deal? I’ll be using this post to share any deals that I come across. And I invite the readers to share any coupons, discounts, or promotions that they find too. In past years, I’ve scanned and posted coupons to parks in my area of the country including Hershey Park, Busch Gardens Europe, & Kings Dominion. Cedar...
    • Is the Six Flags Flash Pass Worth It?

      Written by The Coaster Critic 5 Comments
      Last Updated: June 15, 2009
      Is the Six Flags Flash Pass Worth It?
      Should You Get a Flash Pass? Are Six Flags Flash Passes Worth It? Flash Passes are electronic or paper-based systems that guests can use to bypass lines at amusement parks and in essence skip to the front of the line. I’ll never forget my last visit to Six Flags Great Adventure. El Toro had just opened and the wait was somewhere around 2 hours. Thanks to my flash pass, I simply made an appoi...
      • 2008 Discounts on Theme Park Tickets

        Written by The Coaster Critic 4 Comments
        Last Updated: June 11, 2008
        2008 Discounts on Theme Park Tickets
        Coupons for Theme Park TicketsWith the economy in the state that it’s in, I’m sure everyone would love to find some good discounts for their theme park trips this summer. I’ll be using this post to share any deals that I come across. And I invite the readers to share any coupons, discounts, or promotions that they find too. Cedar Point – Sandusky, OH (Cedar Point posts)Nort...
        • Six Flags Season Pass Promotion

          Written by The Coaster Critic 1 Comment
          Last Updated: November 27, 2007
          Six Flags Season Pass Promotion
          Six Flags 2008 Season Pass Deal This is a weird time of year to be talking about season passes, but I came across a deal that might interest some of my readers. If you buy a 2008 Six Flags season pass before December 31st you get a free 32 ounce Sports Bottle. Not only that, but you get a day of unlimited free refills. After that, you get 99 cent refills all season long with the bottle. It’s...
          • Solo Trips to Theme Parks

            Written by The Coaster Critic 3 Comments
            Last Updated: June 15, 2007
            Solo Trips to Theme Parks
            Thinking of Going it Alone?Are you the type that doesn’t mind eating out alone? Ever go to a movie by yourself because you didn’t know anyone who wanted to see a movie? Then, you might be secure enough to reap the benefits of the Solo Amusement Park Trip. First, I’m assuming that your an enthusiast, or at least some one that’s itching to go to a theme park enough to conside...
            • Discounts on Theme Park Tickets

              Written by The Coaster Critic 2 Comments
              Last Updated: June 7, 2007
              Discounts on Theme Park Tickets
              Theme Park Discount CouponsEveryone loves a deal right? At CVS drugstores and Giant grocery stores, I’ve been able to find coupons to several theme parks in the Mid-Atlantic. I’m sure you can find similar coupons at a grocery store, fast food restaurant, or drugstore near you.Kings Dominion – Doswell, VAI found a Kings Dominion coupon for $7 off a single-day ticket at a Giant gro...
              • Top 3 Best Times to Visit Theme Parks

                Written by The Coaster Critic No Comments
                Last Updated: April 19, 2007
                Top 3 Best Times to Visit Theme Parks
                I’m often asked about the best time to visit theme parks. After reading this week’s Top 3 Thursday you’ll be able to find beautiful sights like this empty queue for Magnum XL-200 at Cedar Point. In order of worst to best, here are the best days to visit theme parks. #3 – Weekdays During the SummerIf you have to go to a park during the summer months, do yourself a favor and...
                • Best Days to Visit Theme Parks

                  Written by The Coaster Critic No Comments
                  Last Updated: May 11, 2006
                  Best Days to Visit Theme Parks
                  I’m often asked about the best time to visit theme parks. In order of best to worst, here are the best days to visit theme parks. Weekdays Early or Late in the SeasonWeekdays early (March, April, and early May) and late (September and October) are the best time to visit theme parks. Many parks will only have weekends open during these times of the year, but some do offer weekdays. These days...
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