mikeykaise Posted September 5, 2013 Share Posted September 5, 2013 To help calm (or perhaps fuel) the curiosity about 2014, we will - beginning today - post a daily HoliHint here on the HoliBlog. We've already divulged that our "what's new" for 2014 will be revealed during September, and that we can't (or, actually, won't) tell you the date ahead of time, because that would probably give it away. (Thanks a lot, Google!)Today's HoliHint: In 2014, there will not be an increase in ticket prices. http://www.holidayworld.com/holiblog/holihint-countdown well that wasn't very nice to give a no information hint like that... it could be anything... lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Koasterking48 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I'm betting on Mayflower day. Seems logical to add to the thanksgiving section considering how few rides it has. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kyleparks77 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 "No increase in ticket prices" makes me think they're adding another holiday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 "No increase in ticket prices" makes me think they're adding another holiday Adding another holiday themed section, would be considered a BIG expansion IMO. With a BIG expansion, I think we would see a increase in ticket prices, unless they're really trying to outdo Kentucky Kingdom. With that being said, I don't think it makes sense to add another themed section, when the Thanksgiving section is not completely filled out. Right now, the section only has 3 rides, with the moving of Girrafica to Splashin' Safari. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 (edited) Well look what was just announced! http://www.holidayworld.com/news/holiday-world-sets-sail-8-million-expansion By next May, officials at Holiday World will be able to say their “ship has come in.” “Since 2006, when we expanded Holiday World to include a Thanksgiving-themed section, we’ve received hundreds of suggestions to add a classic swinging ship ride and name it the Mayflower,” says park president Matt Eckert. “We chose the anniversary date of the Pilgrims setting sail for America to announce that our new ride for 2014 is our own Mayflower.” Eckert says the new family ride will carry up to 60 riders at a time, swinging in an arc 54-feet-high over a pool of water. “We’re not finished with Thanksgiving,” says Eckert. “Just as it’s our American tradition to serve a bounteous Thanksgiving meal, there are more ‘servings’ planned for the coming years.” Additional projects for 2014 include: Friday Night Fireworks (Friday evenings from June 13 through August 1) Extended Splashin’ Safari hours Summer Fun Card program, for multi-day summer visits New restaurant and shop in Splashin’ Safari Covered-bridge entry to Thanksgiving section More cabanas Additional benches and shade structures Parking lot improvements Eckert says the cost of next year’s improvements will total $8 million. Ticket prices for Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari will not increase in 2014. Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari will reopen to the public on September 14 and 15 after being closed this weekend for private outings. Happy Halloween Weekends begin September 21. For more information, visit HolidayWorld.com or call 1-800-467-2682. ----- Announcement video: Edited September 6, 2013 by ernierocker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 ^ You don't sleep much, do you?! (Join the club!) Happy Mayflower Day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroGravity55 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 ^ You don't sleep much, do you?! (Join the club!) Nope! I was actually going to look up a video on Youtube and to my surprise, there was the announcement! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 The video says: Starting today September 6th 2013, focus moves back to thanksgiving starting with the mayflower makes me think we could see the next announcement or two also being about the thanksgiving area. I wonder why they didn't mention pilgrims plunge in the video when talking about thanksgiving or even it being giraficca when it mentioned how since thanksgiving opened the focus has been on splashin' safari. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Peck Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Some announcements: http://www.holidayworld.com/news/holiday-world-sets-sail-8-million-expansion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djboss302 Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I was kind of hoping for something like a HUSS Giant Frisbee or something like that, but swinging ships are fun too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cfc Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 A good swinging ship ride is slways welcome--they're classics, and such a ride makes sense for Holiday World's family audience. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapesLie Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Well I think this is a excellent addition! And It looks so nice! It just makes sense and really should help round out that section of the park. One thing though. Can we have ERT on it during Holliwood Nights? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Can we have ERT on it during Holliwood Nights? I should hope so! I'm told it comes with a beautiful light package. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moose Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 That looks Iike it will be a great addition, but one that I will never ride. Swinging ships are the rides that make me sick every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildStangAlex Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I'm thrilled to see this addition. I, for one, LOVE a good swinging ship, and the theme is just so appropriate. I believe I've said in the past that I'd love to see a swinging ship themed to the mayflower, so this hits the nail on the head. The other additions sound great too, especially the added restaurant in the water park. Holiday World certainly seems to have a long term commitment to the guest experience, as they continually upgrade their infrastructure and amenities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir Clinksalot Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Great addition, love a good swinging ship!!! Can't wait to ride it during the New Hotness tour next Summer!!! Mayflower ERT!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike_kelly Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Paula, I assume they are going to keep working on the retracking of the voyage as well?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrapesLie Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Hmmm RavenMaven I'm not sure if you know but of the 8 Million do you know how much the Mayflower actually cost? I'm always curious about the cost of a flat ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikeykaise Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 by the drawing it appears it'll be out behind Girrafica and across from Hyena Falls, Paula? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WildStangAlex Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I figured it was just South of Giraffica, next to Gobbler and across from the Cafe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Westate Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 It's funny they use the English flag on the sign but the Union Jack on the ride. The Union Jack wasn't even used until 1801. Yes I am a geek. Correction: I see there was a version of the Union flag around at the time of the Mayflower. My bad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 It's funny they use the English flag on the sign but the Union Jack on the ride. The Union Jack wasn't even used until 1801. Yes I am a geek. Correction: I see there was a version of the Union flag around at the time of the Mayflower. My bad. Yes, that flag was minus the Irish portion of the "Union" Jack. It was just England and Scotland at that point, not the UK. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 I figured it was just South of Giraffica, next to Gobbler and across from the Cafe That's correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Paula, I assume they are going to keep working on the retracking of the voyage as well?? I think that's a good assumption - we need something for our Coaster Cats to do during the winter months! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Maven Posted September 6, 2013 Share Posted September 6, 2013 Hmmm RavenMaven I'm not sure if you know but of the 8 Million do you know how much the Mayflower actually cost? I'm always curious about the cost of a flat ride. It's a not a major portion of the budget. (You wouldn't believe how much the parking lot improvements cost - ghastly!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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