Italian Job Opening at King's Dominion
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Italian Job Opening at King's Dominion
I have heard that the Italian Job ride at King's Dominion is due to open April 1st, 2006. This seems like an excellent idea for an event and a wonderful opportunity for us Richmond folks to plan an event.
There are several clubs nearby that would likely join in the fun. Moorlockx down in NC brought this whole idea up to me and I think it's wonderful! (Thanks, Bob!) I'm sure I could entice Paul! in DCMM to round up some folks too... plus there's a nice group of MINIs in Virginia Beach.
Does anybody know anybody at KD? Or we could talk to their press department.
Ideas? Thoughts?
There are several clubs nearby that would likely join in the fun. Moorlockx down in NC brought this whole idea up to me and I think it's wonderful! (Thanks, Bob!) I'm sure I could entice Paul! in DCMM to round up some folks too... plus there's a nice group of MINIs in Virginia Beach.
Does anybody know anybody at KD? Or we could talk to their press department.
Ideas? Thoughts?
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I know Paul was supposed to be checking into this, but from the posts on the DCMM forum, I get the feeling they've really got their hands full trying to organize the '06 Dragonrun, on top of going through a leadership change. Another reason I mentioned this to Deb is the fact that your group is right there. You would have the easiest time doing the legwork required and would know the area better than anyone else. I think both events could benefit if they focused on the Dragon and you took over the reins on this. Apologies if the idea stepped on any toes.
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here are some contacts that y'll might try. let me know if I can help in any way. I't would be great if KD would host a MINI rally for the opening.
Paramount's Kings Dominion Public Relations
Susan Storey
Public Relations Manager
susan.storey@paramountparks.com
Phone: (804) 876-5335
Fax: (804) 876-5864
Sarah Lovejoy
Public Relations Operations Manager
sarah.lovejoy@paramountparks.com
Phone: (804) 876-5115
Fax: (804) 876-5864
Paramount's Kings Dominion Public Relations
Susan Storey
Public Relations Manager
susan.storey@paramountparks.com
Phone: (804) 876-5335
Fax: (804) 876-5864
Sarah Lovejoy
Public Relations Operations Manager
sarah.lovejoy@paramountparks.com
Phone: (804) 876-5115
Fax: (804) 876-5864
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Hi Deb
I am sure DCMM would want to come out for this. I am not sure we are up to taking the lead in planning anything more than a caravan for folks to come down and meet up with the Altanta, NC, Hampton Roads etc. guys. This could be a really great little get together of East Coast clubs prior to the Dragon. I would also check with the NEMINI.org group -- they motored down to Baltimore for lunch not so long ago and would probably be up for coming down.
I am sure DCMM would want to come out for this. I am not sure we are up to taking the lead in planning anything more than a caravan for folks to come down and meet up with the Altanta, NC, Hampton Roads etc. guys. This could be a really great little get together of East Coast clubs prior to the Dragon. I would also check with the NEMINI.org group -- they motored down to Baltimore for lunch not so long ago and would probably be up for coming down.
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Hey, people, I spoke with Susan Storey with Paramount. She said the new coaster "The Italian Job - Turbo" will not be open to the media or public until about the middle of May, at least. That would put it after the Dragon and would make for a full calendar for the month of May considering you'd have the Dragon May 4-7, then Mother's Day the 14th, Kings Dominion hopefully after that and then Memorial Day on the 29th. The actual opening, and I'm guessing, might very well be that Memorial day weekend.
I reminded her of the success of the opening at Cinncy with their MINI promo and she said she would keep us in the loop. Here's hoping they have us all in mine for a great promo. Maybe someone more local and have a personal contact to get the ball rolling. I'll be glad to help in whatever way I can but I am in Georgia
I reminded her of the success of the opening at Cinncy with their MINI promo and she said she would keep us in the loop. Here's hoping they have us all in mine for a great promo. Maybe someone more local and have a personal contact to get the ball rolling. I'll be glad to help in whatever way I can but I am in Georgia
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>>>>She said the new coaster "The Italian Job - Turbo" will not be open to the media or public until about the middle of May, at least.<<<<
Gee, that's different from what I was told, but it sounds like it's from a more "official" source than who I talked to. Sure hope it isn't Labor Day...they're sure to be more than packed that weekend!
Gee, that's different from what I was told, but it sounds like it's from a more "official" source than who I talked to. Sure hope it isn't Labor Day...they're sure to be more than packed that weekend!
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Any update?
So I've seen all the ads they're running on TV in the DC metro market for the Italian Job ride. Seems like a disconnect, because they only mention the park opening day of April 1st (yesterday) and not a separate date for The IJ ride.
Has anyone heard from them about a possible MINI event timed with the grand opening?
Thanks!
Has anyone heard from them about a possible MINI event timed with the grand opening?
Thanks!
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http://www3.paramountparks.com/kingsdominion/index.cfm
Here is a link to the kings dominion richmond site. It looks like it's coming.
Shouldn't it be called the "Supercharged coaster?"
Here is a link to the kings dominion richmond site. It looks like it's coming.
Shouldn't it be called the "Supercharged coaster?"
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