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 | After years of haggling and false starts, the redevelopment of New York's fabled Coney Island takes a major step forward with the opening of Luna Park. When it debuts Memorial Day weekend, it will offer 19 rides, mostly of the spinning variety and all off-the-shelf models. Will Luna Park help restore Coney Island's faded glory? | |
Will Coney Island's Luna Park Shoot the Moon?
Coney Island proponents certainly welcome Luna Park, but some question whether its size, at a little over three acres, and scope can provide the spark that The People's Playground needs to truly recapture its prominence. With redevelopment now underway, the architects of change need to find a delicate balance between bringing Coney Island into the 21st century and irrevocably severing its ties to the past. Between creating a gentrified, movie-set facsimile of the cherished landmark and preserving an authentic sense of the place. Between developing attractions that will bring in well-heeled guests to generate big profits and shutting out the egalitarian masses that have always been its audience. Read more about Luna Park. And please join the conversation with your thoughts about Coney Island and Luna Park by clicking on "Comments" here.
| Take a Break for Bupkes
No matter where your travels may take you, there's bound to be some free stuff available. You just have to know where to look. Fortunately, those in the know, namely About.com's crack team of travel Guides, has compiled a cornucopia of comps in the new, handy-dandy Free Things to Do Around the World roundup. Looking for New England activities that cost nada? How about giveaways in Greece? It's all there. And best of all? It's all free.
| The Cyclone at Coney Island
A treasured piece of living history (a term that applies to much of Coney Island), the classic Cyclone evokes an earlier era, yet packs a surprisingly potent punch--even when compared to modern-day coaster behemoths. It is, perhaps, the archetypal roller coaster and probably the world's most famous thrill machine. While the Cyclone can get more than a bit rough, coaster freaks and casual fans alike nonetheless adore the sentimental favorite. Read my review of The Cyclone. While you are there, click on "Write a Review" and share your own take on the classic coaster.
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