You will want to watch this interview with GM Mike Koontz. We talk about International street music, future of DA area, Haunt, Winterfest, and more. 

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10154914039291723&id=77137151722

 

Here's a link for non-mobile users: https://www.facebook.com/kingsislandcentral/videos/10154914039291723/

(It is seriously annoying that Facebook's mobile site does not offer a link to go to the desktop version of the page.)

We are trying to get it on Youtube so it will be easier to embed. Stay tuned.

Great interview super excited for the cinnamon monkey bread and the buffet in International Restaurant!

 

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Great interview! 

Loved the interview! I found it very odd how he really did seem to downplay the removal of Dino's. You could truly take his statements in any direction you would like. I'm sure when Mike was asked about the removal of specific musical genres he thought, "Geese, enthusiasts really do pick up on those details."  

I really enjoy these interviews! I did like what he said about the old Tomb Raider/Crypt building. Be interesting to see what happens in the future to it.

Man, I'm already hungry for that buffet in the International Restaurant. I was surprised it hasn't been finalized whether it will or will not be on Dining/an upcharge.

Whichever way they go, I will partake at least once. I am definitely willing to pay full price once or twice just to be able to sit in the International Restaurant again. Of course if they include it on dining or it's a small upcharge, I'll probably be up there every visit!

Great interview.  It surprised me how candid he was on certain subjects.  I've never gotten to go the International Restaurant so I look forward to doing that.

Great interview!  That explains the buffet part some people where wondering about!  I hope the lights on IS will be working all season long when they are finished. 

Great interview! Really enjoyed it.


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As everyone else has said, great interview; glad the instrumental music will be making a return next year! Also, that's unfortunate that they won't leave the Dino (less) trail open next year, and it's also interesting that he said that they'll focus in other areas of the park first before tackling the Dinos area. Thirdly, I like the Haunt Opening Ceremony and how they did something different to release the monsters for Haunt (as it was mentioned in the interview that some preferred the Wall of Monsters). Finally, I'm glad International Restaurant will be open to the public for Winterfest (also, may have to try that Monkey Bread)!

Wonderful interview. 

Really liked the interview!