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Yes, the park had slipped a bit since my first visit in 2010, but there were signs of improvement here and there. And, hey, you can get "redneck biscuits" . . . . . . and great tacos.

McGavin appeared on X Files, but not as Kolchalk; however, the Kolchak series did help inspire the creation of X Files. As for why Kolchak is in this thread, start here: http://www.themeparkreview.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=1659763#p1659763.

Ahem! Mulder and Scully stole from Kolchak.

Kolchak solved the case, but it's being covered up.

Exactly.

I've always been impressed with all the thought and skill that goes into creating the Gaylord's ICE exhibitions. It looks particularly cool (pun intended) this year.

I'm locking this for now. In the past, political threads have degenerated into name calling, and they're perfect troll bait. We'd prefer to keep politics off TPR. Thank you.

An Amber Ale at BJ's Brewhouse yesterday.

I enjoyed "The Force Awakens, too--especially how it recaptured the feel of the original trilogy by using more physical sets. Lucas relied on CGI way too much in episodes 1-3.

Sierra Nevada Celebration IPA--very nice, indeed.

We would buy them at a ticket booth in Frontierland when we ran low on E coupons.

Anyone remember these? They used to sell these tickets in books of five in the park, and they were good for any attraction. Mom found them in an old envelope.

Whether coaster enthusiasts like it or not, water parks are a big draw. Give the people what they want.

Jin Jiang Action Park--China

Intimidator--Carowinds

Phantasialand is, indeed, unique. I really enjoyed the place back in 2008, and I'm looking forward to visiting again (particularly for Chiapas and Taron). Their Christmas decorations are beautiful.

I didn't even know they were building a Great Wolf Lodge in SoCal, much less that it was about to open.

I used to like Rotors, too, but I haven't ridden one in years.

Monty Python's Holy Grail Black Knight's Reserve . . . from the Holy Grail itself!

This is still the best roller coaster/amusement park ornament.

^That's my plan for this coming Tuesday.