Right of the bat, employees are amazing and work as hard as they can to live up to the parks…read morereputation. Rides were amazing and fun for those seeking either tame rides, or thrilling ones. Food was great (a bite pricey, though). The park is comparable to large mainstream parks such as Disney World and Universal. It's a lot more easier to navigate, not because it's a small park, but because the layout is great. It has its own retro, American charm that really adds to the welcoming vibe of the experience. Would absolutely come again!

My husband and I bought the season passes to Kings Dominion and visited on a Saturday in early…read moreJune. We were happily surprised that there weren't a lot of people and the rollercoaster lines were short! The newer rides are great, we loved raptera. Soak City was another story and it was packed. The lazy river was chaos - I recommend that the lifeguards start limiting the number of folks that can get in at the same time. Other than frogmageddon (if you know, you know) we had a nice day at the park!

This used to be Hurler and made the conversion to Twisted Timbers. I rode Hurler at Carowinds, but…read moreit was pretty rough and glad they did the conversion. It does have a connection to Mystical Timbers. They were only running 1 train at the time and the line did move slow, but was it worth it yes of course. It is different as you go up the hill and then do a twist when going down which is neat. There is a lot of air time in there so you thighs will take a beating for sure. I rode this 3 times there as the line was pretty slow. Seats were assigned so I rode mainly in the middle. Theming was cool

Twisted timber's was a great ride. The first drop gave great hang time. The air time hills were a…read morebig plus. You were out of your seat for a good part of the ride. I would recommend going early in the day as to skip the line. Great theming made it feel like a more intense Disney ride. 10/10 would ride again!

11/6/19 Shenandoah Log Flume  is my favorite water ride as a…read morekid; as well, as now. These kind of log rides no matter what name they are give are always fun and enjoyable   most people who don't like rollercoasters would enjoy these kinds of rides. As a kid on two separate occasions I found a toys of some sort that someone else dropped or forgotten in the boat.  I don't remember what the second toy was, but the first item I found on this ride was a switchblade knife made of plastic. I picked it up and cleaned it up with some napkins I had. I did a more thorough cleaning later on that day. I even found money in the boat too. It wasn't much, but $5 to $10 bucks was a lit to a kid back then. This ride is not a high level thrill ride. It is a laid back ride with two hills in it. One in the beginning to start the motion without the ocean. The second hill is at the end after the bend.  The rest of the trip is past a house, through the woods without grandma's house we go.   There is little to no chance of getting some water on you...except your backside when sit down in the boat. This ride us located in the woods just like my favorite rollercoaster  named The Grizzle...oh, for the record, it's not truly hidden in the woods anymore, but I will explain this later on. Shenandoah Log Flume  is a softcore ride for children who are becoming teens and teens who are becoming adults. Needless to say, this ride can help break you in... of course, I have seen people abandon ship at the top of the second hill. I have done it once just to see where the staff members go, when it's time for the changing of the guards. I had to abandon ship when the ride malfunctioned too. This was a disappointment, because I like this ride.  Shenandoah Log Flume is not the longest log ride I have been on, but is still fun. Splash Mountain (At Walt Disney World), Saw Mill Log Flume(At Six Flags Great Adventure), Dudley Do-Right's Ripsaw Falls (At Universal Studios) and Coal Cracker (At Hershey Park) are four fantastic log rides.There are other log rides out there, but you get the point.   A lady I know..wait,...no,....woman I know named Jasmine would have a blast on these rides. Why, because they are relaxing and the water rides are scenic.  Lady Jasmine of Canada would appreciate it. I look forwards to riding another one of these fantastic rides.

One first of two rides that scared me as a young kid. I remember my sister and her friends always…read morewanting to go on it. It would be the first ride she would go on to get her adrenaline going. I would sit there some times impatiently waiting to get to the rides I could handle. Most of the time the lines went fast on the account of this ride being a ship. A number of people could fit on this ride. There is a place to put your personal belongings, but not everyone felt comfortable doing that. Even back then, King's Dominion is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Nevertheless, I remember people losing their pocket change on this ride all the time. If you want to get do you want to get technical and nasty, some people would spit or hocking loogies, while upside down. It would be timed so when one spits, the ship was on it's way down so someone would get hit by it. I have come close to getting hit by some one doing this. The person was lucky to get away from me. One of the last times I went on this ride, some one vomited and that kinda ended it for me. I wasn't hit be the vomit, but it ruined someone's morning. I don't know why I was a scaredy cat for a number of years as a kid, but I am glad I developed a stomach for this ride, because it is one of the better starter rides out there. This kiddie ride that I see parents and kids go on, suck. Once you experience The Berserker in all of its heavenly glory, there no going back to the cheap imitation versions of this ride.

A Day That Defied Reality: Our Elite VIP Tour at Busch Gardens Williamsburg…read moreThe Beginning: Already Impressed Before We Even Entered Let me start by saying this: I've been to theme parks countless times throughout my life. I thought I knew what to expect. I was wrong. Wonderfully, spectacularly wrong. Our day began at 10:15 AM when we arrived at Busch Gardens Williamsburg for our 11:30 AM Elite VIP Tour. Meeting Tyler: The Man, The Myth, The Legend I can confidently say that Tyler alone would have made this experience worth every penny. His energy, knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm set the tone for what would become one of the most memorable days our family has ever shared. The First Hour: Three Hours Saved. Yes, You Read That Right. Within the first hour, our group of four had ridden the top four roller coasters at Busch Gardens. Let that sink in. Four coasters. Sixty minutes. For context, on a typical busy day at the park, the wait times for these attractions can easily exceed 45-90 minutes each. Based on the posted wait times we saw at each ride, Tyler saved us approximately three hours of standing in lines - just in that first hour alone. This wasn't just VIP treatment; this was time-travel. The "Snacks" Revelation: A Glorious Understatement Tyler explained that "snacks" meant anything any of us wanted, anytime, all day long. Waters? Check. Energy drinks? Check. Icees, churros, soft pretzels? All of it. Throughout our eight-hour tour, our group sampled pretty much every food option the park had to offer. The funnel cakes with ice cream and toppings were a particular favorite. The various cakes, cupcakes, cheesecake, cookies - I'm getting hungry just thinking about it. Tyler took care of everything with a simple tap of his card, never once making us feel like we were imposing or asking for too much. The Moment Everything Changed "This tour lets you ride any ride, without waiting, in any seat you want, as many times as you want." This wasn't just a theme park visit. This was a day where the normal rules didn't apply. A day where "I don't want to wait 90 minutes for that ride" simply wasn't in our vocabulary. Rides, Rides, and More Rides We rode everything. The coaster behind-the-scenes experience gave us an incredible up-close look at the inner workings of these engineering marvels. Feeding the Beast: Two Meals, Zero Complaints Our VIP tour included two full meals, and Tyler made sure we experienced the best the park had to offer. Lunch was at Das Festhaus, and at 6:30 PM took us to Trapper's Smokehouse, where the aroma of smoked meats had been tempting us all day. It did not disappoint. The Verdict: Eight Hours of Perfection Here's what truly made this experience exceptional: Tyler. Yes, the VIP perks are incredible. Yes, skipping lines changes everything. Yes, the all-inclusive food and drinks feel almost too good to be true. But a VIP tour is only as good as the guide who leads it, and Tyler was nothing short of outstanding. His knowledge of the park, his ability to read our group and adjust on the fly, his genuine care that we were having the best possible time - that's what transformed this from a great day into an unforgettable one. This tour was planned as part of a grand send-off for Ben and Jakub, who will be returning to Europe in June after their time with us. They came to America expecting a typical theme park experience. Instead, they got a day where magic was real, lines didn't exist, and every wish was granted before they even knew they had it. Would I Do It Again? In a heartbeat. Without hesitation. This wasn't just a theme park visit. This was an experience that redefined what a family day out can be. For anyone considering the Elite VIP Tour at Busch Gardens Williamsburg, here's my advice: Do it. Not "think about it." Not "maybe someday." Just do it. The Numbers Don't Lie Time saved in lines: Likely 6+ hours over the course of the day Rides experienced: Every operational coaster and major attraction Meals enjoyed: 2 full sit-down meals plus unlimited snacks and drinks Special experiences: 2 (Coaster behind-the-scenes + Animal Encounter) Professional photos: 33 captured memories included Memories made: Priceless Final Thoughts Busch Gardens Williamsburg's Elite VIP Tour is, quite simply, the gold standard for theme park experiences. From the moment we parked 100 feet from the entrance to the moment we left after eight hours of pure joy, everything was handled. Every need anticipated. Every wish granted. To Kate and the VIP Tours team who handled our booking and answered our questions with patience and professionalism - thank you. To Tyler - you're the real MVP. You took what could have been a fun day and turned it into something our family will talk about for years. Your passion for what you do shows, and we're grateful we got to experience it. And to anyone reading this review, wondering if the Elite VIP Tour is worth it: It's worth it. Every single penny.

Visited for the food and wine festival and was having a superb time. The Thai employees are so…read morefriendly and welcoming, great addition and they represent you amazingly well! Unfortunately, one of your rude, American employees at "BarKastle" was scolding the Thais over a "pour" in front of customer in Germany. Unacceptable! I tried to get the name of the manager in a black shirt, but she had turner her name tag around to hide her name. The Thais employees do great on their own. They are providing a much higher level of customer service. Get the power hungry, abusive Americans out of their way.

Disclaimer up front. This place is dated and could use a facelift and you must bring your own…read morechairs. That said... The pool is huge and the water slides very fun and efficient (wait times are short). I took my granddaughter for a weekend swim and we both had a great time. The water slides are the bomb, especially for a local pool that is not part of a theme park. The pool area is large and even on a weekend we had plenty of room to swim and horse around. They allow beach balls and small pool toys. The pool offers fun for all age kids - the baby pool has mushrooms and slides and there is even a mid size slide for kids too old for the baby pool but not ready for the big slides. All of the lifeguards we encountered were smiling and friendly. The snack bar has a wide variety of ice cream, drinks, and unhealthy fried foods (fries, Snickers, Twinkies) and service was fast and efficient. The inside eating area has lots of tables but is very dark. Now for the things that need improvement: Bathrooms are dingy and old, but not unclean. The party deck wood is old and I would worry about splinters. They have nice areas with tables and umbrellas to eat, but NO poolside chairs. Come on! For $20 weekend admission they should have chairs lining the pool area. The parking lot needs paving and spot markers, and the outside needs better signage to find the entrance. Even with all these negatives, I have to give 4 stars because my granddaughter had a wonderful time (she can't wait to go back) and the other patrons seemed to be having fun as well.

My husband was charged 4 admission tickets when he told Jennifer that there are 2 adults, 1…read moretoddler, and an infant. As soon as he noticed that she charged for our infant, Jennifer turned around and didn't acknowledge him after the transaction was made. As soon as our infant woke up, we all went in and requested a refund for charging our infant. She was not friendly at all and said, " I DID ASK FOR HEIGHT". She did give us a refund after we showed her that we actually did have an infant not 2 toddlers. The staff do not measure the kids. There is no sign or anything of 32 inches. The staff "eye balls" the height of children. Only giving two stars because the kids had fun. Besides that we will not be coming back. $20 is not worth going to a "family establishment " that isn't so friendly.

11/2/19 "Action…read moreTheater first opened in 1993 at Carowinds and Kings Dominion, operating as a motion simulator themed to the Paramount film Days Of Thunder.[1][2] The following year, the attraction was installed at California's Great America, Canada's Wonderland, and Kings Island.[3] In 1998, Action Theater was renamed "Paramount Action F/X Theater", and a new feature debuted at each location called "James Bond 007: License to Thrill" - a play on the title of an older Bond film called Licence to Kill. Dino Island 3D was shown from 1999-2000, Meteor Attack in 2000, and Superstition in 2000 and 2002. In 2001, the theme parks presented The 7th Portal (based on the web comic by Stan Lee) as a three-dimensional ride in which the riders help the Data Raiders fight the Nullifiers." All of this makes no difference to me except the names Days of Thunder and License Thrill. I know I rode Days Of Thunder many times despite how long the line could be. Still 1993 three the interactive seating was very cool and entertaining. It gave one the feeling of actually being in the movie without the danger. Funny how this happened in 1993, yet I remember it being earlier. This attract looked to be shut down last time I was there, but the memories will stay with me.

Worth it: *The…read morewave pool (they have a timer so you can see when the next waves start) *The lazy river, for when you are tired of waiting in line, and just want a few minutes of just relaxing. Even if you are good swimmer, I recommend grabbing a life jacket. Then you can put your feet up and float away. The signs and decorations are so cute too. *Colossal Curl Best slide hands down! There isn't a lot of options for wheelchairs I noticed. Not worth it: *The food *Big daddy falls- we waited FOREVER and it was so mediocre.

8yrs after my grandson drowned in a pool, we finally got my daughter to go to a pool/Waterpark. The…read morehorribly discusting management decided it was a good idea to throw a realistic fake baby into the wave pool just to see how their lifeguards would react. This was Sunday May 10th 2026 around 2pm. Apparently there were signs that said they would be doing training exercises. Our group, as well as the majority of others I spoke to never saw them. The signs certainly did not say "trigger warning! YOU MAY SEE DROWNED DEAD BABIES IN THE WATER!!" Now our family gets to start back at day one trying to recover from our tragedy. I'd sue these sick f's but none of us can handle suffering more trauma in the courts for the next however many years. DO NOT GO HERE!!!. Evil uncaring people run this piss filled water park of horror. humans! 8yrs after my grandson would react. This was Sunday May 10th 2026 around 2pm. Apparently there were signs that said they would be doing training exercises. We nor the majority of others I spoke to ever saw them. The signs certainly did not say "trigger warning! You may see dead drowning babies here!!!" Now our family gets to start back at day one trying to recover from our tragedy. I'd sue these sick f's but none of us can handle suffering more trauma in the courts for the next hoever many years. DO NOT GO HERE!!!. Evil uncaring people run this piss filled water park of terror.

When you have a toddler that loves the water, you HAVE to take them to great wolf lodge! We've been…read morehere twice now in the last year. The first time was just a day pass in the afternoon which is a great deal if you don't want to stay the night. And most recently we stayed the night and had a great time! We booked the kid cabin suite which can accommodate up to 7 people but I think realistically and comfortably, it would be 5. It comes with balcony access, a pull out sofa bed, a queen size bed, a bunk bed, a full size bed and one bathroom. The room is fairly spacious but could use either a bigger table and or an addition half bath at least to accommodate up to 7 people. This was great for us as we had 4 adults and one toddler. There are quite a few attractions here besides the water park. They have a pretty extensive arcade, glow in the dark putt, bowling, story time for kids, ropes course, laser tag and multiple restaurants! Obviously their main attraction is their huge indoor water park! They have things for babies to adults to try here! But I would say their main water attractions are geared more for small babies to middle schoolers. There are multiple water slides for all ages and there's a HUGE bucket of water that dumps about 1,000 gallons of water every 5 mins! Pretty cool! We added on the breakfast buffet for which I would highly recommend. This isn't your typical hotel breakfast! Their offerings were pretty vast and even included a MTO omelette station! If you want to entertain your kiddos, look no further than great wolf lodge for all your entertainment needs! SN: everyone gets a wristband to wear which grants you access to the water park BUT you can also use it to charge purchases to the room AND serves as you room key! Pretty cool!!

Yall there was bed bugs in my room. I had sooo many bites all over my body. The guest service…read morehandled the situation well but there were holes. On the contrary they refunded my stay except for parking. But it's fine! I'll give them a break before attending again. The water park was fun. My daughter enjoyed her stay all of the sides were opened. The food places don't take cash