Theme Park Review

Posted: **Sat Jan 19, 2013 2:43 pm**

^^ I hear ya. I grew up in Houston and Then lived in San Antonio and now I live in Phoenix. So I have experienced 100° with 90% humidity in Houston to 110°and dry in Phoenix. I spent my summers at Astroworld and WaterWorld and then college years working at SFFT.

In any case, Sfstl has a water park for when it gets really hot out.

Posted: **Sat Jan 19, 2013 4:10 pm**

The day we had in St. Louis during the Road to Cedar Point TPR trip was one of the hottest days I've ever had (only an Italy day and the Deep South(?) day was worse). It's definitely the humidity that kills you.

Posted: **Sat Jan 19, 2013 5:05 pm**

^I know what you mean. I was at SFStL for the ridiculously hot day during the Mid-America Tour--just about as hot and humid as that day at Mitsui Greenland (Japan Trip) in 2007.

Posted: **Sat Jan 19, 2013 9:09 pm**

With the backwards Batman news no coming out about SFGAm, does SFStL pull it out too, as was rumored back in the fall?

Posted: **Sat Jan 19, 2013 9:45 pm**

^^That day, with its 117° heat index, still lives on in infamy. That's why I'm all for keeping water rides in the dry park.

Posted: **Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:16 am**

CoasterGuy06 wrote:With the backwards Batman news no coming out about SFGAm, does SFStL pull it out too, as was rumored back in the fall?

I think they will keep it exclusive at SFGAm for a year and then try it at other parks.

Posted: **Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:41 am**

^^
So is Batman the Backwards going to be at SFGAm or SFGAdv??? I'm a little confused here.

Posted: **Sun Jan 20, 2013 10:58 am**

ArizonaGuy wrote:^^
So is Batman the Backwards going to be at SFGAm or SFGAdv??? I'm a little confused here.

SFGAm, I edited my post, my bad. Just wishful thinking on part my when I subconsciously typed my post. :lol:

Posted: **Mon Jan 21, 2013 8:32 pm**

CoasterGuy06 wrote:
Arrow Dynamics fan wrote:How long can you sustain a park's existence by giving them worn out reject rides and neglecting the crowd drawing attractions?

2013- Used Boomerang coaster
2012- New waterslide/Mr. Freeze Reverse Blast
2011- New Starflyer
2010- No new attraction/general improvements
2009- New waterslide
2008- New GCI wooden coaster
2007- New Gerstlauer spinning coaster
2006- Used Intamin freefall, new kids area (mix of new and used rides)
2005- New waterslide

That's six years with a brand new attraction, one year with a mix of new and used, one year with just a used attraction, and another season with no new rides/slides. It's not like they have received used ride after used ride like Six Flags Astroworld did before closing, or how Dorney Park has been getting from CF the past few years.

Of these additions, 3 were in the waterpark. I don't use the waterpark, but I am sure they were good additions. Frankly, I don't think the waterpark has done much to help attendance (at least not for the long term) considering the fact that the parks attendance has been lower after the addition of the water park compared to before it.

The American Thunder although a good coaster does not address what the park needs (a signature steel coaster); therefore, wrong addition to the wrong park, I would have preferred having different trains for the Boss over this. The Gerstlauer spinning coaster is a family coaster it has its place. The Intamin freefall has a problem with one of the cars getting stuck on the top. The Excalibur (a used ride added in 2003) has been having problems and is rumored to need work or possible replacement. That is two of our most intense flats added within the last ten years having operating issues. The problem is many of our older flats are getting worn (Highland Fling) and replacing old with old just kicks the can down the road. Also our Starflyer is one of the shortest of its kind and has been having break down issues as well.

Concerning Astroworld even in their later years were not exclusively used ride additions. They received a new SLC in 1999 (not a good coaster but by definition it was new and added more to Astroworld than what the American Thunder or Boomerang will for SFSTL) and they received a new S&S Fly Swatter.

I am not demanding a new ride every year, but I do ask that if they are going to add a used ride, to add one that functions as well as a new one, one that has the potential to last, and one that addresses what the park needs. In my perspective, the general improvements in 2010 were more valuable than what this addition will be as this will use up our budget to remove the bumper cars, as well as to paint, ship, and install this coaster. Frankly, the announcement of the Batman in Reverse would have been the perfect excuse to perform the paint job on SFSTL's Batman and fix up the queue area for this year.

Posted: **Mon Jan 21, 2013 8:58 pm**

http://www.sixflags.com/stLouis/tickets/seasondiningpass.aspx

A day of thrills makes you hungry!

The Six Flags St. Louis Season Dining Pass is back—now with easy on-card redemption. The Season Dining Pass lets you eat lunch and dinner at the park every time you visit for just one upfront payment. Our $69.99 Dining Pass provides meals through September 21. For just $5 more, you can add meals during Fright Fest in October.

How Does It Work?

Buy one pass that lets you to eat both one lunch and one dinner every time you visit the park. The dining pass is available to Season Pass Holders and is added onto the Season Pass card. Each meal comes with one of several entrees. The program features a wide variety of entrees at restaurants all over the park including chicken sandwiches, cheeseburgers, pulled pork sandwiches, corn dogs, chicken tenders, pizza, nachos, salads, hot dogs, BBQ sandwiches, burritos and more.

New for 2013: When you scan your Season Pass ID to enter the park, the meal vouchers for the day are automatically added onto the card. Just present your ID at the restaurant when placing your order and the meal will be deducted from your card — it's that simple!

Refillable Souvenir Bottle for $9.99
Season Dining Pass members can purchase a refillable 2013 Souvenir Bottle for just $9.99 — a 30% savings. Enjoy free refills on your first visit and 99¢ refills for the rest of the season. The discount Souvenir Bottle can be purchased at the park when you present your Season Dining Pass on your first visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I purchase the Season Dining Pass?
There are two ways to purchase the pass—online or at the park. At the park you can purchase dining passes at the ticket booths outside the entry gates or at the Season Pass Processing Center.

What do I do after I purchase the Season Dining Pass online?
The first step is to print out the voucher(s) at home. You will receive one voucher for each Season Dining Pass purchased. On your first visit to the park, you will need to go to the Pass Processing Center to process that voucher. If you have already processed your 2013 Season Pass, the Pass Processing Center will add the Dining feature to your Season Pass ID. If you have not processed your 2013 Season Pass, the Pass Processing Center will process your Season Pass and Season Dining Pass at the same time.

What do I do after I purchase the Season Dining Pass at the park?
Once you purchase the Season Dining Pass at the park, you will receive a voucher to process at the Pass Processing Center. If you have already processed your 2013 Season Pass, the Pass Processing Center will add the Dining feature to your Season Pass ID. If you have not processed your 2013 Season Pass, the Pass Processing Center will process your Season Pass and Season Dining Pass at the same time.

How will the park know I have purchased a Season Dining Pass?
It will be indicated on your 2013 Season Pass ID.

How do I redeem my meals?
When you scan your Season Pass ID at the turnstiles to enter the park, your meal vouchers for the day will automatically be added to your Season Pass card. If you arrive before 3:30 p.m., then both a lunch and dinner voucher will be added onto your ID. If you arrive after 3:30 p.m., only a dinner voucher will be added. As you're enjoying the park, you simply stop by one of the participating dining locations and present your Season Pass ID when placing your order for lunch or dinner. The Six Flags Team Member will verify the photo on the Season Pass, ring up your selection and serve your meal which will be automatically deducted from your Season Pass card. If you wish to order any additional items, you'll pay for them at that time.

Where can I redeem my Meal Vouchers?
There are several restaurants in the park where the Season Dining Pass is accepted which are listed below.

Are there specific times that we are allowed to eat?
The lunch voucher is valid from 11:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. and the dinner voucher is valid from 4:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m., however; shortened park hours may cause meal times to vary.

Do the meals include a drink?
The meals do not include a drink. With a Season Dining Pass, you are able to purchase a 2013 Souvenir Bottle for a discounted price of $9.99. Refills are free on your first visit and $.99 each on subsequent visits.

Can anyone use my Dining Pass Voucher?
Vouchers are non-transferrable. The dining pass is only available to the Pass Holder shown on the Season Pass ID.

Participating Locations
1094 Classic Hot Dogs
Character Cafe
Colonnades Grill
Cowabunga Burger
Macho Nacho Burritos
Mooseburger Lodge
Primo's Pizzeria (3 locations)
Villian's Cafe

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