About Theme Parks: Lots to Like at Lake Compounce

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Theme Parks Theme Parks Find Theme Parks Water Parks Roller Coasters From Arthur Levine, your Guide to Theme Parks One of the most charming traditional amusement parks in the nation, Lake Compounce is a joy. Let's shine the About.com Theme Parks spotlight on the Connecticut park. Also, we want to know what ticks you off at theme parks. And, Florida will be getting a new indoor water attraction, Ferrari World is revving up, and Legoland Florida is laying its bricks. Lots to Like at Lake Compounce Instead of the high-energy hustle found at larger parks, Lake Compounce has a more laid-back, agreeable rhythm--which harkens back to its 19th-century origins. Beyond the nostalgia and beautiful surroundings however, Lake Compounce has a great assortment of unique rides, including Boulder Dash, one of the world's best wood coasters. Boulder Dash Roller Coaster Ride Review Boulder Dash Roller Coaster Video Lake Compounce Photo Gallery What Ticks YOU Off at Theme Parks? Crummy food, outrageous parking fees, maddening discounts, and lazy ride ops are just some of the things that drive me bonkers at parks. I let off some steam about them in my Z-Tickets rant. But what about you? What Ticks YOU Off at Parks? Surf's Up--and Inside--in Central Florida In an area renowned for fantasy, the new Fantasy Surf will bring boogie boarding and surfing to Central Florida's theme park corridor--even though the ocean is miles away. Scheduled to open in October, the indoor attraction will offer twin FlowRiders, which simulate waves by generating steady sheets of water up an incline. Depending on their skill levels, riders will be able to challenge the waves either by body boarding (in which riders are prone on their stomachs) or stand-up surfing. Read more about Fantasy Surf. This Week's Theme Park News The Drive is On for Ferrari World New details emerge as opening date nears. Legoland Lays Bricks for New Florida Park Plans are taking shape at Legoland Florida also. Have You Heard this Coaster Warning? Here's a warning that will turn heads. Theme Parks Ads Fun Theme Park Amusement Parks PA Promotional Codes Coupon Codes Deals Park Model Parks Featured Articles Follow Me on Twitter Kalahari Surfari FlowRider Ferrari World Photo Gallery Universal Theme Parks Roller Coasters Theme Park Rides and Attractions   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More> This newsletter is written by: Arthur Levine Theme Parks Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Theme Parks newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Must Reads What's New at Theme Parks? Indoor Water Parks Florida Theme Parks California Theme Parks Theme Parks Photo and Video Galleries Advertisement