This week, we asked our readers to contribute your thoughts on the topic of Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom.  Six Flags may be sued for shutting down Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom in the near future.  It is a questionable topic since Six Flags is in rough times right now, so to improve the other parks, they must give the axe to one of the parks that do not do so well.  Now, should Six Flags be sued because they are trying to improve their business?

Well it looks lik 68% of you readers say no.   Out of the 22 voters, 15 of them believe that Six Flags should NOT be sued for shutting down their Kentucky Park.  I for one agree with this.  No pain, no gain, if you want to improve your company, you must make some sacrifices and unfortunately, Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom was one of those sacrifices.  However, 32% disagree believing that Six Flags should be legally punished.

This is not the only legal issue the company is having with the fellow Kentucky residents.  The Kentucky Fairgrounds are filing a law suit against the coasters are on the Kentucky Fairgrounds, which Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom is located on, and therefore the coasters are theirs.  However, Six Flags concurs, and files a lawsuit back at them.

Do you think Six Flags should be sued for closing Kentucky Kingdom?

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Now we have a question for you: Quality or Quantity?  Is it better to have a smaller amusement park but have that park work to the best of it’s abilities.  Quality means that the park has a few coasters but it has the best, it has the best food, and it has the best atmosphere.  It is a clean park, it is well staffed friendly and has a some of the best offerings around.

Quantity, however, is a park with more coasters, more rides, and a bigger park, however the park is not the best.  While this park may have double the coasters of a quality park, these coasters are not as good as the ones in the quality park but there are several more of them.  There are more staff, but not quite as motivated, there is more food, but not quite as good, and there is just more to do.

Quality vs. Quantity?

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So what is better?  Quality or Quantity?  Make sure you vote!  Poll closes next Friday.

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It seems that our readers like Europe more than Africa, that is with the Busch Parks. Busch Gardens Europe beat out Africa by double the votes. But that doesn’t mean people hate Busch Gardens Africa. There are some that like both equally, and with good reason. Both feature outstanding lineups of coasters, primarily Bolliger & Mabillard’s. Each has their own Dive Machine (Griffon at Europe and SheiKra at Africa) and Inverted Coaster (Alpengeist at Europe and Montu at Africa). However, Africa features a larger lineup of coasters, boasting 7 in total compared with Europe’s 5. There have been some rumors that Europe’s count will go back up to 6 with a new B&M perhaps. Either way you go, both parks are themed with fantastic detail, and you won’t be disappointed.

What's your favorite of the Busch Parks?

  • Busch Gardens Africa (24%, 13 Votes)
  • Busch Gardens Europe (55%, 30 Votes)
  • I like both of them equally (21%, 12 Votes)

Total Voters: 55

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The next poll round is below. Vote and check back for the results! We’ll be releasing our new Twitter poll a little bit later!

Do you enjoy Stand-Up Coasters?

  • Amazing, unique ride experience. (33%, 28 Votes)
  • Fun, and thats about it. (45%, 39 Votes)
  • Uncomfortable, I dread getting my credit. (19%, 16 Votes)
  • I avoid them at all costs. (3%, 3 Votes)

Total Voters: 86

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It seems that most people think the possible Cedar Fair buyout will help the company. However, more think that it won’t help the company that much. When the news came out about Apollo Management offering to buy the company, it seemed like a done deal. But it was far from one. Cedar Fair’s shareholders are now blocking the buyout, saying that the proposed $2.4 billion is not enough. The shareholders would get $11.50 for each share, which is more than the $6 it was in March of 2009. It seems like the shareholders should be more than excited that another company sees value in Cedar Fair. We’ll see whether this will fly, or stay grounded.

Do you think the Cedar Fair buyout will help the company?

  • Yes, it will be great for them (27%, 9 Votes)
  • Yes, but it won't help much (48%, 16 Votes)
  • No, but it won't hurt much (18%, 6 Votes)
  • No, it will be bad for them (7%, 2 Votes)

Total Voters: 33

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Here’s the next poll. Vote below and Tweet your vote to us on Twitter @ParkThoughts with the hashtag #ptpoll.

What's your favorite of the Busch Parks?

  • Busch Gardens Africa (24%, 13 Votes)
  • Busch Gardens Europe (55%, 30 Votes)
  • I like both of them equally (21%, 12 Votes)

Total Voters: 55

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What’s the favorite Hyper/Mega Coaster Manufacturer out there? It seems B&M is the winner, with Intamin in a close 2nd.

What's your favorite Hyper/Mega Coaster Manufacturer?

  • Arrow (8%, 3 Votes)
  • B&M (50%, 19 Votes)
  • Intamin (42%, 16 Votes)
  • Morgan (0%, 0 Votes)

Total Voters: 38

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