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Our annual pilgrimage to America's Roller Coast took us to Cedar Point early this year. We decided to use the Victoria Day long weekend to head down since we weren't doing anything for the long weekend and it wasn't a holiday for Americans. However, the main reason we wanted to head down was getting a chance to ride Top Thrill 2.

Hersheypark was my most anticipated stop of the year, and it didn’t disappoint! In this post, I dive into everything that makes Hersheypark special, from its unique layout and candy-filled theming to one of the best roller coaster lineups in the country. I’ll walk you through my experience, including our strategy for tackling the rides, some crowd challenges, and my thoughts on standout coasters like Wildcat’s Revenge and Skyrush. If you're curious about how Hersheypark stacks up to other major parks or just want to hear about the highs (and lows) of my trip, this one’s for you!

Our last roller coaster journey of the year took an unexpected twist as we made a detour to Knoebels Amusement Resort on our way to Hersheypark. Nestled in the Pennsylvania countryside, Knoebels offers a unique blend of old-school charm and thrilling rides without the hefty admission fees. From the famous Phoenix, one of the top wooden coasters in the world, to quirky experiences like the Flying Turns bobsled coaster, this park surprised us in more ways than one. Curious about this permanent fair-like amusement park? Read on for our full trip report!

The fourth and final stop of the trip concludes in Eria PA at Waldameer Park! You drive through Erie on the way back to Buffalo from Sandusky so I figured why not break up the drive home and do a quick pop-in. I knew Waldameer was small but now having been here I would describe it as a permanent fair. It was by far the smallest park of the three.

Round three begins! Fresh off two amazing days at Kings Island we woke up bright and early and headed north to Sandusky and Cedar Point.