Well, our road trip has finally come to an end. We want to thank everyone who listened to our podcast. We hope you learned something and enjoyed listening. Bye now. Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

When you think of Kings Island, you think of the many roller coasters they have. 14 to be exact. Well, we talk about 2 of them. Believe it or not, roller coasters do not translate well in podcast form. But I highly recommend watching a video about the coasters at this park. What is fun to talk about is carousels. And Tomb Raider: The Ride. So join us this week to hear about dark rides and blue ice cream. Or is it Smurfs ice cream? I'm still not sure what to call it, but I want to try it. So whether you learned about Kings Island from The Partridge Family or The Brady Bunch, revisit those memories as we take a walk around Kings Island.Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

We cover another great trolley park this week with Waldameer in Erie, Pennsylvania. This is a classic amusement park with a great history, including TWO Bill Tracey attractions.  We also talk about the Ravine Flyer tragedy and the troubles of building Ravine Flyer II. Have you been to Waldameer? Let us know! Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

This park has been on our list to cover from day 1. But suddenly, Matt had a reason to bump it up on the recording schedule. What might this reason be? You'll have to listen to find out. Just know that Matt is not a pervert. Take a road trip with us this week as we discuss Kennywood and its long history. Full of unique coasters and dark rides, we chose the attractions that we find most interesting. I'm curious how many little kids have been traumatized on Ghostwood Estate. I'm curious how many people read this.Have you been to Kennywood? Share your stories with us! We'd love to hear what you think about this park. Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Do you remember going to Disneyland when it first opened and wanting to build your own park after your visit? Well so does James Burge and that is exactly what he did. He was fascinated with Frontierland so when he returned to his hometown in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, he lead the Oklahoma Semi-Centennial Exposition which was a fair. After the fair ended, he bought all the props from the Boom Town exhibit and that was the beginning of Frontier City.This is one of the best themed parks operated by Six Flags but the ride lineup isn't the best. Join us as we discuss equations, shapes, and numbers while also talking about the park. I'm curious, have you been there and made the singing lady's pants fall down on Quick Draw? Let us know!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

We decided to go old school this week and visit a park that is about to celebrate its 100th year! Lake Winnie is in Rossville, Georgia. This amusement park sits right next to a lake and uses the water to their advantage by having the oldest operating mill chute ride slide right down into the lake water. Brandon's going to pass on the dirty water ride.The park also has a Bill Tracy dark ride...kind of. It has seen a few changes but you know what hasn't changed? Their wooden roller coaster, Cannon Ball. So join us this week if you have the case of the Tuesday's and we'll try to cheer you up!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

We're back at Great America! But this week, we are in Gurnee, Illinois, at the more successful Great America park that Marriott built. This park has an impressive 15 coasters which is tied for the forth most coaster in a single park! Unfortunately, we didn't have time to cover all 15 in detail. But we do name them all, so that has to count for something!If you are still reading this, congratulations. Brandon was in the mood to quote a very old YouTube video throughout the episode so if you are confused by his responses to some of his answers, that is why. Not my chair, not my problem. That's what I always say.Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Join us this week as we discuss the long and complicated history of California's Great America in Santa Clara, California. Starting as a park built and owned by Marriott, the park passed through many owners over the years and is currently a Cedar Fair park. But, Cedar Fair has sold the land and plans to officially close the park by 2033. Some of the rides we discuss are Carousel Columbia, Gold Striker, Railblazer, and their 4D show,  Mass Effect: New Earth. We highly recommend watching videos of these rides if you are unable to make it to the park before it closes.Have you been to this park, or plan to go before it closes? Let us know!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

This week we take a road trip to Williamsburg, Virginia to visit Busch Gardens. This park has incredible theming to European countries and is very coaster heavy. We discuss what each Hamlet has to offer and Brandon struggles keeping his 3 water rides straight. Is there a park you would like us to visit??? Let us know via email or through social media! Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

It was our holiday break so we skipped doing research and stuck to what we know: Disneyland. So join us this week as we discuss our favorite Disneyland secrets that we like to share with family and friends when they go to the park. Also, it is Cuh-lie-oh-pee, not Cali-ope. Thanks,  Beckie.Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Happy New Year! We hope that you had a great 2023 and have plenty to look forward to for 2024. In this episode, we discuss the best rides and attractions that we covered in 2023. Also, Brandon reveals that he had dippin' dots and shares his true feelings about them. On that note, I am looking to replace Brandon so if you love dippin' dots, shoot me an email!Join us in 2024 where we will be covering some of the best amusement parks around the country. If you like the show, please share it with a friend and help us grow this community.Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Merry Christmas, Everyone! This week, we talk about our trip to Santa's Christmas Village at The North Pole!!! And yes, this was the actual North Pole! It is a very exclusive amusement park for Santa and his friend when they have free time. So join us as we discuss all the rides and attractions, and while Matt works on his improv skills on the spot. As mentioned in the episode, we'd love to hear from YOU!!! Shoot us an email or say hi on social media. Merry Christmas and we will see you in 2024!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Join us this week as we take a walk through this amazing theme park, Santa's Village. Santa's Village just celebrated its 70th year as a theme park! There are so many fun rides and activities to experience at this park, including a visit to Santa! If that isn't enough, you can visit his reindeer too. So sit back, relax, and invite the Christmas spirit into your heart. Because after all, there's only 6 more sleeps 'til Christmas.Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Join us this week as we cover our second Christmas themed park located at the base of Pikes Peak in Colorado. The North Pole has been open since 1956 and offers over 25 rides for children 2-12. Many of the rides are themed for Christmas, including a GIANT Christmas tree with flying helicopters at the base. Another attraction you won't miss is the Peppermint Slide with its tall ride and white stripped structure.But if the rides aren't doing it for you, don't count out the shops! Visit Santa's Toy Shop, a glass blowing shop with live demonstrations, Santa's Chapel with a nativity set up, and Santa's home to meet the big man himself!!!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Take a road trip with us BACK to Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana to visit the very small Christmas section in the park. The Christmas section is the original park and opened in 1946 as Santa Claus Land. As you will hear, this section is lacking a bit, but you can visit Santa Claus! So prepare yourself for free soda, free parking, and free sunscreen as we take a walk around Santa Claus Land.If you didn't catch it in the episode, next week we will be visiting The North Pole in Cascade Colorado. Trust me, that park is more entertaining so be sure to return to hear about our road trip there!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Join us this week as we discuss our favorite rides at Dollywood! We start off strong by discussing the WWII trains, Cinderella & Klondike Katie. Both of these steam engines were used in WWII and then purchased for Rebel Railroad in the 1960's. But be careful or you might get covered in soot!Next, we discuss the themed coaster, Mystery Mine. It tells a pretty fun story but the coaster is lacking a bit and is uncomfortable from what we have heard. There was also an incident where a prop chain fell and cut a lady's head open. Our next coaster is Lightning Rod in Jukebox Junction. Although the launch up the lift hill is what makes this coaster unique, the launch has officially been removed. But that doesn't take away from the fact that this coaster is in the Smoky Mountains and reaches speeds of 73 mph! To close out our favorite rides, we discuss Blazing Fury. Similar to Fire in the Hole at Silver Dollar City, this dark ride coaster takes you through a town that is on fire. You come across many interesting characters including a fire fighter trying to convince a girl to jump off a roof to escape the fire. The only problem is that he has a hurt back and is the only person that is holding the safety tramp for her to land on. Does she safely get down??? You'll have to listen to find out!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

For the very few who reads the episode description, we know that it is not Thanksgiving Land, but Thanksgiving section doesn't have the same ring to it. Join us this week as we laugh our way through this amazing LAND at Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana. As far as we know, this is the only Thanksgiving themed area at any amusement park that you can visit all year. Our question for you this week is if Holiday World should add a gravy scent to their upcoming coaster, Good Gravy? We discuss our thoughts on it and scents in general. Happy Thanksgiving to all of our American listeners but we think ALL listeners will enjoy this episode. That includes you if you are reading this in Australia. Let us know if you have been to Holiday World! Share your stories with us on social media or send us an email!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

Join us this week as we cover the history and take a walk through Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. With a humble beginning as Rebel Railroad in 1961, it has grown to become one of the best amusement parks in the world! Next week, we will discuss some of our favorite rides in more depth so be sure to join us then! Have you been to Dollywood? Let us know on social media or shoot us an email!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

October is finally over and we are back to covering Amusement Parks! What better way to jump back in than to cover Amusement Today's Golden Ticket Awards. Amusement Today covers the best rides and attractions across the World and hands out the highly sought after Golden Tickets. Join Matt and Brandon as they quiz each other for each category. Be sure to grab a pen and paper from CVS to keep track of your correct answers as we cover each topic. Let us know how you did!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip

In Brandon's first ever road trip for the podcast, he visits The 13th Gate in Baton Rouge to experience on of the best haunted houses in the country! But, did it live up to his expectations? You'll have to listen to find out.The 13th Gate opened in 2002. Since its opening, it has been consistently viewed as one of the top haunted houses in the United States. From Pirates to Vampires, train tunnels to Insane Asylums, and everything scary in between,  this haunt has it all!!! Happy Halloween!!!Find us on social media!https://www.buzzsprout.com/2216053Feel free to email us at amusementparkroadtrip@gmail.comMagic Candle Company affiliate linkhttps://magiccandlecompany.com/amusementparkroadtrip