MGM Adventures

Join Matt and Gina as they explore the exciting new Cannonball water coaster coming to Holiday World, discuss park updates, and share travel tips for adventure seekers. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 5UEUMFFQ9AGKSWHG Takeaways Cannonball is a new attraction at Holiday World Mack water coaster is a unique ride model Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:42 Cannonball! 14:00 Ohio Midway Report 16:0...

Join Matt and Gina as they explore the recent entertainment offerings at Six Flags St. Louis, including new shows, cast performances, and their impact on the park's appeal. Plus, updates from the Ohio State Fair, Project Purple and Fun Spot Atlanta. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 5UEUMFFQ9AGKSWHG Takeaways Diverse entertainment offerings at Six Flags St. Louis Potential impact of entert...

Join Matt and Gina as they explore their top ten Buc-ees' purchases, share personal favorites, and discuss recent updates from Six Flags Great Adventure's Shoreline Pier. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 5UEUMFFQ9AGKSWHG Takeaways Blind top ten list Buc-ees' top ten purchases Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:41 Top 10 Buc-ees Purchases 14:44 Around The Parks 19:45 Wrap Up

In this episode, Matt and Gina discuss the latest theme park announcements, including Carowinds' new water ride Rip Roarin' Falls, Waldameer's Eagle's Pursuit coaster, and HersheyPark's Tidal Force closure. They analyze the rides' features, records, and potential impact on the parks and industry. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 5UEUMFFQ9AGKSWHG Takeaways Simultaneous attraction announcem...

Matt and Gina share their experience with using Smart Glasses (RayBan Meta Wayfair 2s) at theme parks. During this episode we talk about the quality of the video, and several other questions to see if they are are worth it to get. Music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: 5UEUMFFQ9AGKSWHG Takeaways Smart glasses offer convenience and high-quality video recording for theme park enthusiasts. The shu...

Join Matt and Gina as they share their thoughts on the just announced Werewolf Gorge family thrill coaster coming to Six Flags Fiesta Texas in 2027. We talk about the coaster design, theming, costs, and even our expectations this upcoming attraction. Also take a look at changes coming to Carousel of Progress and share a PSA. Takeaways New roller coaster announcement Updates to Carousel of Progress...

Matt and Gina discuss their recent visit to Magic Mountain, highlighting changes at the park, renovations, ride updates, Fastlane Ultimate, dining experience, employee interactions, and upcoming park developments. They also share their future park visit plans and talk about a few updates on 2027 attractions. Takeaways Magic Mountain has undergone significant changes and improvements. More 2027 The...

Matt and Gina discuss their top 10 favorite flat rides, sharing their blind top 10 list and personal top 10 lists. They also touch on topics related to Cedar Point and Hershey Park. Takeaways Flat rides are a diverse and enjoyable part of the theme park experience. Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:25 Flat Ride Ranking 14:07 Personal Flat Ride Rankings 21:22 Ohio Midway Report 26:49 Trail Talk

The conversation delves into the differences between Disneyland and Walt Disney World's Lightning Lane systems, highlighting unique strategies for maximizing ride access. It also explores the cultural differences between the parks and compares the overall experiences, including entertainment and merchandise offerings. Takeaways Disneyland's Lightning Lane system differs from Walt Disney World's, o...

Matt and Gina discuss their experience at 2026 FanFest Nights, an after-hours event at Universal Hollywood. They explore various properties and interactive experiences, including Scooby-Doo, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, and more. The event offers a unique and immersive experience, with a focus on popular properties and interactive elements. The hosts reflect on their overall experience and compare...

Matt and Gina discuss their experience with the Phantom Theater ride at Kings Island. They cover various aspects of the ride, including the exterior, queue, ride experience, ride vehicles, changes from previous versions, props, queue details, scenes, storytelling, Easter eggs, ride highlights, comparison with other rides, the future of dark rides and theme parks, upcoming episodes and park events,...

Join Matt and Gina as they explore the Franklin Institute's immersive Universal Theme Park exhibit, delving into its history, technology, and geeky attractions. Plus, get the latest updates on Six Flags park management changes and dining plan issues. Takeaways Universal theme parks Franklin Institute exhibit Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:19 Universal Theme Parks Exhibit 12:31 Around The Parks 17:13...

Join Matt and Gina as they explore Philadelphia, sharing insider tips on transportation, historic sites, food, and city navigation. Hope this helps you if you visit. Takeaways Easy to navigate Historical sites first, early is way less crowded Parking tips Food market experience Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:25 Visiting Philadelphia 03:54 Finding A Hotel 06:02 Exploring Philadelphia 07:15 Historical...

Matt and Gina share a few thoughts Kings Island's Opening Day for the 2026 season, including ride updates, entertainment, and new food and drink options that have been announced for this year. The hosts share insights on park preparations, ride statuses, and upcoming events, providing fans with essential info for the season. Takeaways Excitement for the opening day and upcoming events Updates on r...

Join Matt and Gina as they share their firsthand experiences visiting the new Buc-ee's in Huber Heights, Ohio. From opening day chaos to insider tips on parking, checkout, and the best times to visit, this episode offers valuable insights for anyone planning a trip to this popular travel stop. Takeaways Buc-ee's Huber Heights opening weekend was a major event Observations and comparisons of Buc-ee...

This weeks episode explores the latest updates on Six Flags Pass Perks program, Travis Kelce as a brand ambassador and investor, and answer a listener question on top things to do at each Universal Florida Parks. Takeaways Changes to the Pass Perks program at Six Flags have introduced a new Perks and Play system. Travis Kelce's role as a Six Flags ambassador and changes in Six Flags leadership and...

In this episode, Matt and Gina explore the recent sale of six Flags parks to Enchanted Parks, the implications for the parks' future, and what this means for visitors and the industry. They discuss the parks involved, potential rebranding, and the strategic moves by Six Flags and Enchanted Parks. Takeaways Six Flags selling off parks Impact on existing parks Chapters 00:00 Rope Drop 00:35 Why Is S...

In this weeks episode we take a deep dive into the Cedar Point Hotels, including Hotel Breakers, Sawmill Creek, Castaway Bay, Express Hotel, and Lighthouse Point. It also delves into the comparison of on-site and off-site accommodations at Disney and Universal parks, providing insights into the pros and cons of each option. Also dive into the upcoming changes at Disney's Hollywood Studios. Takeawa...

The MGM Adventures podcast hosts, Matt and Gina, discuss the anticipation and excitement surrounding the opening of a Buc-ee's location in Ohio. They provide a comprehensive overview of the Buc-ee's experience, including its strategic layout, food offerings, merchandise, and traffic challenges. The hosts also share their favorite Buc-ee's food items and snacks, and preview upcoming podcast episode...

Join Matt and Gina as they share their off-season adventures, upcoming travel plans, and 2027 Theme Park Additions. Discover how they balance relaxation with exciting activities like supporting their favorite basketball team, planning trips, and exploring new park technologies. Takeaways Off-season activities include attending basketball games and planning for the upcoming season. Creating homemad...

This episode explores the recent changes to Six Flags' Fast Lane system, including the transition from Flash Pass to both a mobile reservation-based option for Fast Lane and also the existing Wristband system. It explores the differences between these options, their implementation across parks, regional variations, passholder information, pricing, and the impact on park visits and travel. Takeaway...

*Spoliers* This episode covers the upcoming retheming of Verbolten at Busch Gardens Williamsburg and does contain SPOILERS from a recent report from BGWFans, Busch Gardens Williamsburg future ride rumors, travel tips to save your information before hand, Six Flags Members food plan changes, and favorite Busch Gardens meals Takeaways Changes to Verbolten Changes to Six Flags Members food plans Favo...

The MGM Adventures podcast hosts share their experience at Cedar Point's 2026 Winter Chill Out event, providing exclusive access to behind-the-scenes areas and new additions. The event also supports a charity (A Kid Again), offering a unique and informative tour of various park facilities and attractions. Takeaways Winter Chill Out Event Behind-the-Scenes Tour Exclusive Access New Attractions Char...

In this episode of the MGM Adventures podcast, hosts Matt and Gina discuss their predictions for Kings Island in 2026, covering potential ride changes, events, shows, merchandise trends, and community engagement. They also touch on updates from Hershey Park and share travel tips for park visits, along with their favorite foods at Kings Island. Takeaways Potential Ride Changes Event And Show Expect...

The podcast episode covers diverse topics including coaster counting methods, dining plan options at theme parks, and an amusing encounter at a zoo. The hosts discuss the various methods of counting coaster credits, the use of Coaster Count for official coaster count and LogRide to track rides, shows and other park activites, one-day and all-year dining plans at theme parks, and the sighting of an...