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As summer approaches, local amusement parks are opening their gates. Some feature new rides, like Six Flags' Tony Hawk's Halfpipe waterslide. Others are offering package deals; Hersheypark and Dutch Wonderland offer a combination ticket. Here's some...

It's a big year for fans of theme parks and roller coasters all over North America. The long list of new attractions includes the rock 'n' roll-themed Hard Rock Park in Myrtle Beach, S.C.; the Nickelodeon-themed park at Minnesota's Mall of America; Toy...

The weather is blessedly humidity-free, the lines are surprisingly short and you're ready for a day full of barrel rolls, dog legs and headchoppers. Before you board that imposing and intriguing coaster, make sure you know what these and other terms mean....

From barrel rolls to hammerhead rolls, suspended to standing up, the wide assortment of roller coasters at area theme parks provide fun, excitement and sheer terror. Busch Gardens Busch Gardens has only five roller coasters, so the selection is smaller...

Latecomers will be flipping burgers. While there are plenty of summer jobs to be had in the region, the preferred positions go early. "In the summer, everybody wants to have a fun job," said Karen Geary, vice president and general manager of The Mall in...

It's that time of the year again. With Memorial Day weekend behind us, several major amusement parks have expanded their hours and are offering new rides to entice the thrill-seeker in us all. Below is a listing of regional theme parks and what they have...

Rich in history, steeped in tradition and chock-full of fun, Eastern Virginia is loaded with visitor attractions and activities, making the area an ideal vacation spot for travelers. Here's an overview of some of the area's most popular things to see...