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Kings Island Hits It Out of the Park with Bonus Weekend
Kings Island recently wrapped up its bonus weekend on November 7–8, and hosts Ryan and Don Helbig are breaking down everything that happened in this episode of Tower Topics. From behind-the-scenes park and coaster tours to unique merchandise and food experiences, the park gave fans incredible reasons to turn out despite the chilly weather. 00:00 Introduction and Prestige Member Thank Yous 01:13 Reviewing Kings Island's Bonus Weekend Success 03:04 Behind-the-Scenes Banshee and Orion Tours 05:36 Lights-On Experiences (Metal Massacre, Backlot Stunt Coaster, and Flight of Fear) 08:37 Chef Gibson's Special Dining Offerings and Menu Updates 15:33 Exclusive Merchandise, Memorabilia, and Collector Sales 18:22 Attendance Factors, Cold Weather, and Future Park Events 20:07 The Return of On-Property Marketing Leadership 22:24 YouTube Comment of the Day: California's Great America Closures and Ride Relocation Speculation Official merch store: http://store.towertopics.com Become a Tower Topics member for some great perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJRnyxCuy1KOrAp_t6mMjRw/join Check out the podcast version: https://linktr.ee/towertopics Voicemail or Text: 513-399-7538 Listener Questions: Hosts[at]TowerTopics.com Check out Don's blog: http://www.themeparksbydon.com Follow our Field Reporter, Noah: https://www.youtube.com/@NoahTheFieldReporter Want to make podcasts like ours? Check out our referral link through Streamyard to find out how! https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5805020313944064 #kingsisland #coneyisland #themepark #amusementpark #disney #itps #dennisspiegel #internationalthemeparkservices #themeparkhistory #themeparkops #donhelbig #ryansuhr #kingsislandrides #kingsislandtopten #coasterstock #kishows #kingsislandtopten #Kingsislandrides #allparkpassport #kingsislandgoldpass #foodandwine #kingsislandfoodandwine #kingsislandevents #sumerbration #sixflags
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