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Cruise ships have been doing cashless for decades and is a standard for that industry.
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The covered Houdini queue house has been converted to a VIP garden. The queue for the ride has been rerouted and cuts directly to the set of queue bars outside the pre show entrance via a new direct route from the pathway in front of the house paralleling the side of the building. The new figuration makes the queue house used for the VIP lounge more secluded with less foot traffic around it.
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No longer needed!
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I just updated this spotlight with a newly confirmed interesting tidbit. The oversized superstructure at the center of the Calypso ride lasted at Great Adventure for only one season.
In the 1974/75 off-season it was removed and replaced with a simple cap by the start of the park's second season.
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I have known for a long time that Great Adventure's original parking lot trams came from the 1964/65 NY World's Fair. I never realized that Wildwood's famous trams (as in "watch the tram car") came from the 1939 NY World's Fair. Here is a photo from the fair and an interesting article about the trams today.
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Watch the tram car turn 75. Icon of this Jersey Shore boardwalk marks milestone.
nj.com
Published: May. 20, 2023, 8:00 a.m.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Sightseer Tram Cars travel the boardwalk in Wildwood on May 6, 2023. The Wildwoods Boardwalk Sightseer Tram Cars are in service for the 75th consecutive summer in 2023.Jim Lowney | For NJ Advance Media
By Vashti Harris | NJ Advance Media for NJ.com
For less than one dollar, Wildwood boardwalk visitors can ride the notable Sightseer Tram Cars as part of its 75th anniversary celebration this June.
“It is really an amazing story of ingenuity, entrepreneurship and community support that the tram cars are still running after 75 years,” said Patrick Rosenello, executive director of the Wildwoods Boardwalk Special Improvement District Management Corp.
Originally built in 1939 for World’s Fair in Flushing, New York, the tram car engines and trains were purchased by Wildwood businessman Gilbert Ramagosa and put into service on the boardwalk on June 11, 1949. The fare was 10-cents each way, according to the district.
Since that time, the tram cars have transported over 20 million people.
Today, eight tram car engines, pulling 37 individual cars, carry over 600,000 passengers each summer on the boardwalk, and each engine can run for up to 12 hours on a single charge of its 2,000-pound electric battery, according to the district.
Bustling through the sea of visitors walking up and down the boardwalk, tram cars drivers make their presence by announcing over loudspeaker “watch the tram car please” for all to hear.
John 'Gigi' Gigliotti drives the Wildwoods Boardwalk Sightseer Tram Cars in Wildwood.Jim Lowney | For NJ Advance Media
Tram car driver John Gigliotti, of North Wildwood City, who is known by his nickname Gigi, said he has been driving the tram cars for 32 years.
“I enjoy it because when I go down the boardwalk in the golfcart people say ‘Gigi.’ They give me a hug and their glad to see me back again,” Gigliotti said. “At nighttime, seeing the lights on the boardwalk and the people walking around, it’s like you’re in another world.”
Gigliotti said he worked for Conrail as a conductor for 40 years, retiring in 1992. “I was home fiddling around in the yard and my wife said ‘Retirement (isn’t) for you.’ So, she said to me ‘How about those yellow cars that go up and down the boardwalk, that’s a miniature scale of what you did.’”
Usually sporting a bright yellow jacket matching the tram cars’ yellow and blue exterior, Gigliotti said he really loves interacting with the visitors who hop aboard his tram car.
“I enjoy all these people and I know a bunch of people,” Gigliotti said. “Every year, if they don’t see me, they say ‘Where’s Gigi?’ They look for me … and they always want to see me.”
Rosenello said on June 11 riders will only be charged 75-cents per tram car ride, honoring the day the tram cars were first brought to the boardwalk. “We will be commemorating the anniversary all summer,” Rosenello said.
The Wildwoods Boardwalk Sightseer Tram Cars travel the boardwalk in Wildwood.Jim Lowney | For NJ Advance Media
Frank Battito, of Mays Landing, who was traveling on the tram car with his wife, Pat Battito, said they like to ride the tram cars when they visit the boardwalk.
“It’s a force of habit. We have been doing it since the mid to late 90s,” he said.
“We usually ride all the way to the north end of the boardwalk and then start wondering back and if we get tired, we hop back on,” Pat Battito said.
“They’ve lasted this long and I’m glad there redoing the boardwalk because it makes for a smoother ride,” Frank Battito said. “No matter how smooth the ride, it’s still enjoyable (and) you’re looking at everything you want to see. It’s a wonderful service and all the years they’ve been doing it they have made a lot of people happy.”
A one-way tram car ticket is $5 and an unlimited ‘Hop On/Hop Off’ wristband is available for rides up to 5 p.m. for $13.
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For your viewing pleasure, the 1979 Host and Hostess Manual has been added to the Part of the Cast page.
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Here is a photo of the blue Lightnin' Loop during its first season in 1978. Notice there aren't any air-gates yet, only chains.
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I have been seeing a lot of Hersheypark commercials recently on television but nothing for Great Adventure. And no pamphlets or advertising for GA at rest stops or visitor centers. Not exactly the way to drive high paying attendance.
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Six Flags Launches World’s Largest Lifeguard Recruitment Campaign
May 31, 2023
The World’s Largest Regional Theme Park Operator and Largest Operator of Water Parks in North America is Offering Free Lifeguard Training for up to 4,500 Lifeguards
ARLINGTON, Texas--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Six Flags EntertainmentCorporation, the world’s largest regional theme park company and the largest operator of water parks in North America, is looking for dedicated team members that want to save lives. Six Flags is so passionate about safety that the company is offering to train up to 4,500 lifeguards for free. The robust lifeguard training includes much more than water skills. All Six Flags lifeguards are trained and credentialed using the world-renowned Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program. Training includes healthcare provider CPR, emergency oxygen support, automated external defibrillator (AED), standard first aid, incident prevention and water rescue techniques.
“The training our lifeguards receive is something they carry with them every day of their lives,” said Six Flags Vice President of Operations, Public Safety, Maintenance and Engineering, Jason Freeman. “Every year I hear from at least one former lifeguard that has gone on to follow their career dreams only to find that at the dog park, at the office or at home, the life-saving skills they learned as a lifeguard helped them save someone in distress.”
Six Flags lifeguards also have the opportunity to participate in leadership training, quickly gain promotions and build friendships that last a lifetime. And, of course, there are perks like free tickets, dining and retail discounts and employee celebrations.
“My first job was as a summer camp lifeguard,” said Six Flags VP of Water Park Operations, Jim Kunau. “More than 40 years later, I’ve held volunteer and leadership roles, served on industry committees, worked in amazing jobs all over the world, learned a lot, and now I have my dream job at Six Flags. The friendships and professional connections I made during those early years working at water parks really helped form my future.”
The following parks are offering free lifeguard training from June 1 through June 30; training dates vary by location.
Hurricane Harbor Phoenix, Hurricane Harbor Concord, Six Flags Over Georgia, Six Flags White Water, Hurricane Harbor Chicago, Hurricane Harbor Rockford, Six Flags America, Six Flags New England, Six Flags St. Louis, Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, Six Flags Great Escape, Six Flags Great Escape Lodge and Indoor Water Park, Six Flags Darien Lake, Hurricane Harbor OKC, Hurricane Harbor Arlington, Hurricane Harbor Splashtown, Hurricane Harbor Oaxtepec.
Six Flags is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where team members and guests are celebrated. To apply for a lifeguard or any other position, visit SixFlagsJobs.com for immediate openings.
About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world’s largest regional theme park company with 27 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For nearly 62 years, Six Flags has entertained hundreds of millions of guests with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling waterparks and unique attractions. Six Flags is committed to creating an inclusive environment that fully embraces the diversity of our team members and guests. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com.
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^ Actually, the attendance was much higher than I expected due in large part to school trips. When I left the park I was surprised to see how many buses were in the parking and a fair amount of cars. It was the most I've seen on a weekday since COVID.
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I question why they boarded this up. Surely it now draws more attention than the stand simply sitting unopened. It’s sad especially since it dates back to 1974.
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It’s definitely not gonna happen without cars! They haven’t updated the sign by Frontier Adventures yet.
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Click the logo below to view the full trip report:
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I have never been on a Zamperla Volare flying coaster (or Playland). The ride always seems to look jerky and the cars seem to be very rigid. Doesn't really look like fun.
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Does anyone remember when Memorial Day was just as exciting as opening day because of all the shows that debuted that weekend?
Here’s an example of 1983’s shows!
Springtime:
Memorial Day:
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Our 180th Great Adventure commercial is a classic from 1975. While it isn't an ad for the park itself, it does promote Final Net hair product which shows that you can survive a day of rides at the park with their hairspray! Click below to view the TV commercial.
Thank you Darryl for this great find.
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Build a Bear better double check where their store is suppose to be!
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This will be located in the former Santas House under the Big Wheel. I think it’s a lot safer putting it there than close to the front gate where people would just walk out with merchandise.
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^And the kiddie Barnstormer ride reinstallation at GA is well into its second year.
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Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Reopens for the 2023 Season
Select Spring Dates Beginning May 20
WHAT:
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, one of the Northeast’s largest water parks, will launch the 2023 season May 20 with a spring preview. The park will operate several of its signature attractions while debuting new guest enhancements in preparation for the exciting summer season. Hurricane Harbor will operate weekends May 20 through June 11. Daily operation will run June 17 through Sept. 4.
WHEN:
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor spring preview operating dates and hours are as follows:
· May 20-21: 11 am to 5 pm
· May 27-29, June 3-4 & 10-11: 11 am to 6 pm
WHERE:
Six Flags Hurricane Harbor: Route 537, Jackson, NJ 08527
Six Flags Great Adventure Hurricane Harbor: 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ.
For more information on Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, visit www.sixflags.com/
hurricaneharbornj . For information on Six Flags Great Adventure and Wild Safari, visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure ADDITIONAL DETAILS:
New for 2023:
· Enhanced Menus – Guests will see more diverse options featured within the water park. Items include jerk chicken sandwiches, Caribbean salad, bacon wrapped pork kabob, dole soft serve and more.
· VIP Lounges – Guests looking for a premiere experience can upgrade to a private VIP lounging area with access to games and televisions.
· Splash Island – Coming this summer, kids will delight in the brand-new tree house play structure. With more than 50 play features, young families will love the mini slides and curtain waterfalls. But no treehouse is complete without that gigantic water bucket perched high above and always ready to soak the splash-seekers below.
· Seven Brand New Slides – Coming this summer, guests will find seven brand new colorful slides meant for smaller riders. The addition of Cowabunga, Jellyfish Twist (two slides), RipCurl, Shark Attack, Splashin’ Seal, and Stingray Racer bring the perfect number of drops and twists for little ones seeking a gentle thrill.
Six Flags Great Adventure launched their Memorial Day Season Pass Sale with season passes starting as low as $7.99/month after initial payment. For a limited time, when guests purchase a Gold Pass they will receive a FREE upgrade to Platinum, which includes unlimited visits to Six Flags Great Adventure, Six Flags Hurricane Harbor New Jersey, Wild Safari Drive-Thru Adventure, free parking and a variety of other perks and discounts.
The Six Flags Great Adventure properties are hiring for the 2023 season, which runs through Jan 1, 2024. More than 10 diverse departments are hiring, with most wages ranging from $15 to $20 per hour. Applicants must be at least 14 years old. Interested applicants can text FUN to 732-307-6688, log on to www.sixflagsjobs.com or visit the Employment Center daily from 11 am to 7 pm. Six Flags Great Adventure Employment Center: 1 Six Flags Blvd., Jackson, NJ. Next to 607 Monmouth Road, Cream Ridge, NJ, approximately ½ mile west of the main park entrance.
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Before the land the 4x4s occupied was put in place, this had to be so dangerous.