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Then there's the buzz over their latest ride "Griffon." The buzz is huge. Something about carrying riders up 205 feet, then hurtling them 90 degrees straight down at 70 mph. (Is your pulse jumping yet?)
First, let us take you on a tour of the park, and what you'll find in each "country" and learn its secrets!
While the park always has exciting shows daily, they also offer a variety of special events which are usually free with admission. Click here for 2008 concerts and special events--including Howl-O-Scream and Glory in the Gardens-- as well as new deals, like the "Bounce" ticket.
Want to SEE Griffon in action? Check out this YouTube video.(Click play, wait a sec, then click play again.)
I'll assume you're already sold on going. (If you're not, and you're trying to decide between Busch Gardens and Kings Dominion, click here). I've put together an analysis of the pros and cons of each park depending on what you're looking for in your family vacation getaway.
Looking for Discount Ticket Secrets? Boy, have we got news for you! We call our site the "Top Internet Source for Busch Gardens Discount Ticket Secrets" and we dare anyone to dispute that. Trying to make sense of all the ticket options? Here are 2008 Ticket Deals & Admission Facts.
Are you a member of the military or part of a military family? Anheuser-Busch salutes our troops by offering them a very special program called "Here's to the Heroes." Here's how to get your Military Discount at the park.
And if you want to know what days the park is open and what time it closes the night you want to visit, go to our Hours & Operating Schedule page.
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If you want to know how to maximize your visit, check out the tips we learned on our April 2008 visit. We'll show you money-saving tips, best shows/days to visit, how to stay cool and get discount parking, and more. (I've even included a photo of where I got unexpectedly and totally drenched! Thank goodness my camera survived.)
Considering a package deal? I've put together a special page on Busch Gardens/Hotel Package Deals--Good or Bad?. Read it to be aware of timeshare scams and learn whether package deals are, in fact, "deals" or not.
Speaking of hotel deals, here's a legitimate limited time offer I just found from Orbitz that can save you significant money on hotels: Orbitz Summer Sale: SAVE up to 50% on hotels! Hurry...offer ends July 6!
And if you want a day of pampering before or after your visit, read How to Go Straight From Rollercoasters to a Luxurious Massage.... It's my mother-in-law's review of her blissful experience at Busch Gardens' Kingsmill Resort and Spa.
So WHY won't you find me on Griffon or any of the other coasters at Busch Gardens Williamsburg?
I would LOVE to go on the Griffon. Really, I would.
But I can't. Can't do it. After going roller coaster-free for 15 years (a little problem with my inner ear means they make my dizzy as all get-out) I took a chance and hopped on a coaster at Hershey Park.
Big mistake. Knew it within two seconds. I've never been so nauseated in my life. Just thinking about it makes me feel ill.
But even someone like me can appreciate Busch Gardens Williamsburg, because it's so much more than just state-of-the-art roller coasters.
Still, I'm working on a special page dedicated to people like me who love the park, but can't handle the big rides. I'm thinking of calling it "Busch Gardens Williamsburg for Non-Coaster Riders." Or maybe "BGW for the Coaster-Challenged." Keep looking for it!
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