esvadj Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 I was a little disappointed it will not be open for pass member preview, but it gives me an excuse to go back in April. If it gets too busy on April 4th I will rent my kids to TPR members trying to get the credit
BuschSchoe Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Its looks like the construction is going well... they still have quite a bit of work to do though. Can't wait to see it on opening day in about a month!
Cameron Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Great photos, thanks! I adore Sesame Street (well, except for Elmo) so I actively want to check this out in person some day. Taking a ride with Grover would be seriously awesome! Cameron. PS: Lack of Cookie Monster is a bit surprising, especially considering stupid Elmo got TWO attractions!
netdvn Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 The new area is really looking awesome! Even though I'd rather see a nice large flat ride (preferably German, but I don't see this comiing anytime soon), the new area looks better than I originally expected.
Speeddeamon128 Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Great TR! Thanks for taking pics of the new kiddie coaster I can't wait to be a credit whore & ride it
cfc Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 PS: Lack of Cookie Monster is a bit surprising, especially considering stupid Elmo got TWO attractions! So did Oscar the Grouch. I imagine guests will have a chance to have their pictures taken with Cookie Monster. There's going to be some sort of food service, too, where maybe they'll sell . . . COOKIES!!!!! But I have no confirmation of this. No sign of the Count, either.
Calypso522 Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 omg.... my butt is in 4 of those pictures... that is weird When I spoke with one of the PR people she said that everyone can ride on media day, but during normal operation they would address single, adult riders on a person by person basis to keep the environment kid friendly. Basically they reserve the right to turn you away, but that doesn't mean they will or not. She then told my group to bring friends with children so we won't have to worry, lol. We'll see how it goes
cfc Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 ^You've just joined, and your butt is already in four pictures on the site--TPR rules! Welcome aboard. I don't mind their "discouragement" policy, myself. The ride is, after all, meant for parents and kids, not credit-crazed coaster enthusiasts. But I'm willing to bet most will manage to get the credit, anwyay, unlike the ever-elusive Taxi Jam at Kings Dominion.
rollin_n_coastin Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Chuck, great report! Thanks for sharing! I kind of wish I went to Sesame Place now but I didn't really see myself as the whoorish type before TPR lol Cheers, Jason
Ed Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Are Bert and Ernie going to be as gay as they normally are?
robbalvey Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 When I spoke with one of the PR people she said that everyone can ride on media day, but during normal operation they would address single, adult riders on a person by person basis to keep the environment kid friendly. Basically they reserve the right to turn you away, but that doesn't mean they will or not. She then told my group to bring friends with children so we won't have to worry, lol. We'll see how it goes Please tell me you spoke to the PR department about more than your concerns of if you could ride the coaster or not! --Robb
cfc Posted February 27, 2009 Author Posted February 27, 2009 I just heard back from Christine Warren at BG in answer to two questions: 1. The engineering department is still finalizing the height requirements for the Forest of Fun attractions. They'll be posted on the Web site, which is currently being revamped. 2. The park is simply going by "Busch Gardens" now. If you need a geographic reference, use "Busch Gardens in Williamsburg."
themeparkman25 Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 ^Why are they dropping the name Europe or Williamsburg? Is it prep for a potential InBev sale?
Jcoaster Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 I love BGE to begin with but, I really have to tip my hat off to them on this one. When I first heard about this project I was not so sure about how this would work. Incorporating a Sesame Street area into a Serious European enivorment. But hey, it looks like they pulled it off thus far.
Electerik Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Another show that's departing to make way for Elmo and his friends is Castle O'Sullivan. Yes, the castle is being transformed into a dining venue for Sesame Street character breakfasts and lunches. (So, if you missed seeing the little plastic leprechaun last year, too bad.) Four days at BGE last year, with every intention of checking out Castle O'Sullivan, and I still couldn't manage it. Man, I suck. Anyway, thanks for the update, Chuck!
larrygator Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 ^Why are they dropping the name Europe or Williamsburg? Is it prep for a potential InBev sale? Don't you think they would drop "Busch" from the park name if that was the reason???????????????????
themeparkman25 Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 Wow. I feel very stupid right now. Sorry TPR, I didn't think that one through. Why id it changing though? Sorry again.
BuschSchoe Posted February 27, 2009 Posted February 27, 2009 I believe the whole Busch Gardens "Europe" name was just like a 5 year ad campagin to just plant in everyone's mind and basically just to get the message out there that the park is European themed, so people realize that its much more than an amusement park.
Calypso522 Posted February 28, 2009 Posted February 28, 2009 When I spoke with one of the PR people she said that everyone can ride on media day, but during normal operation they would address single, adult riders on a person by person basis to keep the environment kid friendly. Basically they reserve the right to turn you away, but that doesn't mean they will or not. She then told my group to bring friends with children so we won't have to worry, lol. We'll see how it goes Please tell me you spoke to the PR department about more than your concerns of if you could ride the coaster or not! --Robb Well, of course!!! I was there for the entire media event. They answered most of my questions in their presentations and we spoke to the GM and others afterward about random stuff like "we can ride, right?!?!?!"..... people were talking about that particular topic here, so I joined in
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