One of my travel dreams is to explore the castles, towns, and traditions of Germany and Austria and to attend Oktoberfest in Munich. Well, Munich and Austria are not happening in my very near future, so I jumped at the chance to live out a bit of my Bavarian background (my maiden name is Eisentrout […]
Theme Park News and Announcements 2015: Busch Gardens, Kings Dominion, and Universal Orlando
05/07/2015 by
Maybe because it’s National Tourism Week, or maybe I’m just paying more attention than normal, but there are all kinds of interesting announcements coming from the theme park world lately. From partnerships between competing parks to reduced tickets and major brand partnership announcements, it has been a newsy couple of days. Granted, I live for […]
SeaWorld & Busch Gardens Conservation Fund Announces 2014 Grant Recipients
10/21/2014 by
The SeaWorld and Busch Gardens Conservation Fund has just announced its plans to fund 57 wildlife conservation projects around the world. Just over 1$ million is being distributed among multiple projects, bringing the amount awarded since the Fund was created in 2003 to more than $11 million. A majority of the grants awarded this year, as with […]
‘All American Amusement Parks’ to Feature Busch Gardens Coaster on First Episode
09/30/2014 by
As many of you may know, I serve as a “Thrill Chaser” with Busch Gardens’ Ambassador Blogger program. I take my title very seriously and spend as much of my time chasing as many thrilling adventures as I can. It’s a tough job, but somebody’s gotta do it! I tell the world about the best […]
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and Coca-Cola Create Earth-Friendly Refillable Cup
07/10/2014 by
You all know how much I love the refillable cup. Every year, my first purchase at my local theme park is a cup that can be used all season long for .99 refills, and I’ve got a cabinet full of them to prove it. Not only do they save a bit of moolah on drinks, […]
Busch Gardens’ Food & Wine Festival 2014: Menus and Pictures
06/19/2014 by
Busch Gardens’ second annual Food & Wine Festival is going on now through June 29 on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Guests at the Williamsburg, Virginia theme park can purchase sample-size portions of native food and beverage items from a variety of countries and regions. Most of last year’s culinary regions have returned. Austria is one […]
Busch Gardens Ambassador Blogger Meet-Up and Opening Weekend
03/17/2014 by
I just had the best weekend ever. The weather was beautiful (it’s snowing now, but let’s not dwell on that), I got in a ton of walking time, rode some fun rides, saw a couple of shows, smelled some lovely spring flowers, met the most adorable puppies on earth and learned about a really cool […]
PEEPS Dessert Recipes from Great Wolf Lodge
12/19/2013 by
It’s just not a holiday until the PEEPS® come out. Those sweet, cute, and incredibly yummy marshmallows themed to every special day from Easter, Valentine’s Day, and Halloween to Thanksgiving and Christmas have been making the world a happier place since 1953. I’ve even seen 4th of July PEEPS® … or perhaps that was just my wishful […]
Waterpark Recap: Water Country U.S.A.
11/28/2013 by
Deep within the dreary depths and freezing temps of winter, I like to reminisce about the warm and laid-back days of summer. I’m definitely a sun and surf kinda girl, and it’s always nice to look back over summer time pictures taken at the beach and waterparks. I thought I would take this time to […]
Busch Gardens’ Christmas Town 2013: Blogger/Media Preview
11/26/2013 by
From pine-scented pathways and colorful conifers to whimsical wreaths, sparkly garlands, and more than six million lights, it’s all in the details at the fifth annual Christmas Town event at Busch Gardens Williamsburg. An all-new decorating tour, animal encounters, joyful musical shows, and the park’s always delicious food and beverage choices enhance the thrills of […]
Shadow Quest Interactive Game Opens at Great Wolf Lodge Williamsburg
10/17/2013 by
Well-known for its indoor waterpark, Great Wolf Lodge also offers a variety of other attractions and amenities to keep guests busy and entertained during dry time – an arcade, a kids’ spa, bowling alley, on-site restaurant, Dunkin’ Donuts, wilderness walks, mini golf, story time, seasonal celebrations and dance parties to name just a few. One […]
