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nypost.comworld12 days ago
Knoebels Amusement Resort Tops Tripadvisor 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards
Knoebels Amusement Resort in Elysburg, Pennsylvania, ranked first in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards for U.S. amusement parks. The free-admission park, which opened in 1926, placed ahead of Dollywood, Magic Kingdom and other major destinations.
usatoday.comworld45 days ago
Rollercoaster Malfunctions at Galveston Pleasure Pier, Stranding Riders
Firefighters responded to a rollercoaster malfunction at Pleasure Pier amusement park in Galveston, Texas. Riders remained in a car 30.4 metres above the ground until crews completed the rescue. No injuries were reported.
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The Independentworld45 days ago
Rollercoaster Riders Stranded 100 Feet Up on Texas Ride for Hours
A rollercoaster at Galveston’s Pleasure Pier stopped on a vertical section, leaving riders suspended about 100 feet in the air for several hours on 28 May. Emergency crews used a ladder truck to help passengers exit. No injuries were reported.
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app.buzzsumo.combusiness68 days ago
Six Flags Names New CMO and CLO Alongside Planned 2026 CFO Transition
Six Flags said Chief Financial Officer Brian Witherow will leave the company in May 2026. The amusement park operator has named an interim finance lead and hired a new chief marketing officer and chief legal officer. The moves come as the company, traded under the ticker FUN, con…
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Amusement Parks Develop Faster and More Intense Roller Coasters
Amusement parks are constructing roller coasters that reach higher speeds and incorporate more extreme elements. This development involves competition among parks to create the most advanced rides. The trend reflects ongoing innovation in the amusement industry.