﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>CoasterBuzz News</title><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/news.htm</link><description>The latest headlines from around the amusement industry, for enthusiasts and professionals alike.</description><copyright>(c) 2004, POP World Media, LLC. All rights reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><docs>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/rss.htm</docs><item><title>Six Flags revenue up, loss narrows in first quarter</title><description>The Company's net loss from continuing operations improved 7% or $11.3 million to $149.9 million from $161.2 million in the prior-year quarter. </description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-130-120183.htm</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2008 14:18:27 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Judge approves sale of Wild West World for $2 million</title><description>Net proceeds will be divided among the major creditors to the failed park.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-130-543543.htm</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 May 2008 14:18:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>SeaWorld welcomes sea lions from Pacific Northwest</title><description>Animals were removed by the feds from Columbia River due to fishing competition.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-128-817554.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 14:23:24 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>No sign of slow down at Disney parks with 2Q results</title><description>Operating income in its parks and resorts division rose 33% on revenue of $2.7 billion.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-128-270949.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 14:23:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Legoland latest tenant for forthcoming Dubailand</title><description>Building block themed park joins the ranks of Six Flags, Universal, Dreamworks and Marvel.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-128-801370.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 May 2008 14:23:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Cedar Fair 1Q revenue up on pass sales and more operating days</title><description>Earlier holiday boosts first quarter revenue.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-127-237289.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 14:04:18 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CoasterBuzz Podcast #111 posted</title><description>Wii problem, Branson, Kings Island safety, bio-Busch, Behemoth seating, Simpsons Ride, Universal Orlando construction, pass mix for Cedar Fair, moron thieves, Wild West World final failure, Fall Affair.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-126-77427.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:48:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Q&amp;A: IT is a moving target for Six Flag's CIO</title><description>Information technology boss talks about the challenges of integrating tech into the seasonal world of regional theme parks.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-126-275554.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:48:10 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Reeltime Memories: An interview with the daughters of the Virginia Reel's inventor</title><description>Family shares memories around a coaster phenomenon that is mostly just a memory.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-126-952347.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:43:54 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>AmericaCoasters.com posts SFMM update highlighting Thomas Town construction and park improvements</title><description>Six Flags Magic Mountain has made park improvements in anticipation of Thomas Town and X2 opening later this spring.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-126-231931.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:39:22 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Remembering a Cleveland Legend: Puritas Springs and the Fearsome Cyclone</title><description>Guests at Cleveland area event will share memories of the park and its coaster.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-126-703831.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2008 00:36:13 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lessons learned in Wild West World's closing</title><description>The tale of Thomas Etheredge, who gave up success at the Prairie Rose Chuckwagon Supper to build one of the quickest amusement park failures in industry history, contains a multitude of business lessons.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-125-172448.htm</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2008 14:24:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Two arrested in south Fort Myers roller coaster track theft</title><description>Two men were arrested Wednesday for reportedly stealing $10,000 worth of roller coaster tracks from Zoomers Amusement Park in south Fort Myers. </description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-125-538060.htm</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2008 14:22:12 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Season pass pricing strategy key for Cedar Fair parks</title><description>Former Paramount Parks had a much higher percentage of pass visits, and the company is adjusting to that legacy.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-125-777432.htm</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 May 2008 14:15:52 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Simpsons Ride opens at Universal Studios Florida</title><description>Motion sim tracks the cartoon family through Krustyland.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-122-625380.htm</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 13:51:45 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>VIP experiences deliver special theme park access</title><description>Premium offerings from some of the biggest theme parks take you backstage and away from the crowds.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-122-789770.htm</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 13:51:39 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CW Mania posts 2008 preview, including Behemoth pictures</title><description>CW Mania has posted interviews, video and photos from media day and season sass preview night.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-122-439037.htm</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2008 12:54:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Busch theme parks go greener with biodegradable food containers, other conservation ideas</title><description>Use of organic materials in packaging means less lasting impact of garbage.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-121-711976.htm</link><pubDate>Wed, 30 Apr 2008 13:16:31 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>CoasterBuzz Podcast #110 posted</title><description>Kings Island changes and construction, SeaWorld flyer, new at CP, Kennywood tax dispute, Disneyland dev, Dipper dummy, smoke free, queue class system, dirty parking.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-119-50558.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:36:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Kings Island focuses on safety</title><description>Changes to the park and intense safety inspections are a high priority for parent company Cedar Fair.</description><link>http://www.coasterbuzz.com/2008-119-800362.htm</link><pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2008 00:36:04 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>