Parks expect good summer

SANDUSKY: Amusement parks and water parks aren't likely to see a drop in visitors this summer despite surging gas prices and the struggling economy, the head of North America's third-largest park operator says.

[Old Man Grump]

Cedar Point can expect a good summer, but with gas projected to be over $4.00 a gallon by Memorial Day, I don't think it will happen as Ohio & PA people will not be driving that far for a roller coasters only themed park. Disney World meanwhile is offering such low admissions and on-property hotel rates that they will be packed.

[Ahau Kin]

'Amusement parks and water parks aren't likely to see a drop in visitors this summer despite surging gas prices and the struggling economy, the head of North America's third-largest park operator says.'

Sounds like 'whistling in the dark' to me.

[Ahau Kin]

Oh, and also the people who are going to suffer most from high gas prices and a struggling economy ALREADY can't afford your amusement parks.

[Green Oak]

Three of those "new" roller coasters and one of the thrill rides came from Geauga Lake! I will miss it, good to have nearby alternatives like Waldameer in Erie, PA and Kennywood near Pittsburgh in addition to Cedar Point (they are actually closer to Canton and/or Youngstown than Sandusky.

[ex GL season pass holder]

Of course attendance will be ok there - they killed Geauga Lake....