The Carowinds theme park is an approximately 122 acre theme park and is located adjacent to Interstate 77. This theme park was established in 1973 at a cost of about $70 million. In June 2006, the Cedar Fair Entertainment Company acquired Paramount Parks inclusive of Carowinds. It is presently under the ownership of Cedar Fair Entertainment Company and it was built by a Charlotte businessman who was partly inspired by a trip to Disneyland.

Carowinds Official Website

http://www.carowinds.com/

Carowinds at Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carowinds

The park is open from late March every year to early November after the much-attended Halloween event, 'Scarowinds' is held in the theme park. Tickets can be ordered online and printed out at home as per the convenience of the park-goers. The tickets are costlier if purchased at the theme park itself, and are thus available at a discounted rate online.

Carowinds Theme Park Reviews

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The theme park contains more than 50 rides and thus caters to children and adults alike. The thrill rides offered at the park include 'Drop Tower: Scream Zone', 'Southern Star', 'Scream Weaver', 'Xtreme Skyflyer' and 'Thunder Raceway Go-Carts'. The water rides include 'Rip Roarin' Rapids' and 'WhiteWater Falls'. The roller coasters include 'Afterburn', 'Carolina Cyclone', 'Carolina Goldrusher, 'Carolina Cobra', and the 'Intimidator', to name a few.

Intimidator Ride at Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Intimidator_(roller_coaster)

The 233 foot tall hyper coaster 'Intimidator' debuted in the theme park in 2010. It can reach speeds in excess of 75 MPH, much to the delight of its occupants. It has been claimed that over $20 million have been spent on this ride.

Have you decided where to spend your holidays? If you love roller coasters or thrilling rides, Carowinds is highly recommended to you. Standing on the state line between North and South Carolina, Carowinds has a vast coverage for 122 acres with 5,000 parking spaces in the Park lot. As the largest theme park in Charlotte, NC, Carowinds provides visitors (especially family travelers) with great fun.

Carowinds is also a pet-friendly destination. For guests traveling with pets, Pet Kennel is right for your pets. When you can take your time exploring the Park, your pets will be taken good care of in Pet Kennel. To get more info about Carowinds services and visit planning, check:

Carowinds Visit Planning

http://www.carowinds.com/public/visit/index.cfm

How to get a money-saving admission to Carowinds? Of course, you can find coupons or coupon codes online, such as RetailMeNot.com, Themeparkcodes.com, and Gotodaily.com. However, these coupons do not always work and you may not secure them at any time. So the most reliable way to grasp savings opportunities is following the guide on Carowinds' website. In order to attract more visitors, Carowinds offers discounts in various ways, among which the most popular ones are Group Sales and Season Pass.

As for Group Sales, great discounts will definitely make visitors delighted. There are three options, Small Group, Large Group, and School & Youth Group. Small Group refers to groups less than 100 members, and over 100 members are Large Group. School & Youth Groups are for students and the youth. By Group Sales, you can get discounts or coupons for each member in the group. For detailed info on saving and Group programs, click:

Small Group Program

http://www.carowinds.com/public/admission/groups/small_groups/index.cfm

Large Group Program

http://www.carowinds.com/public/admission/groups/large_groups/index.cfm

School & Youth Group Program

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When it comes to the Season Pass, this is a kind of card with which you can get great savings and a number of benefits. There are Silver Season Pass, Golden Season Pass and Platinum Season Pass, while the latter two passes have 3 types, including Regular, Junior/Senior, and 4 Or More. And here is a detailed introduction to Season Pass.

1. Silver Season Pass -This pass is applied to the visitors aged 3 and up. With such a card, you can get into the Carowinds on any public operating day of the year, but there isn't any benefit, free parking or admission to Scarowinds' Halloween Haunt. This Season Pass is sold at $61.99.

2. Gold Season Pass - All Gold Pass holders can enjoy unlimited admission to Carowinds on any public operating day.

In addition, with a Gold Regular ($79.99), visitors, age 3-61 and 48″ or taller in shoes, can enjoy benefits, free parking and admission to Scarowinds' Halloween Haunt XI (the purchase of 1-3 passes).

Gold Junior/Senior ($63.99) is for visitors age 3-61 and under 48″ tall in shoes, including benefits, free parking, and admission to Scarowinds' Halloween Haunt XI

Gold Regular 4 Or More ($69.99) is available under the condition that you buy at least 4 passes in a single transaction. Tourists who age 3-61 and 48″ or taller in shoes with such cards can enjoy benefits, free parking and admission to Scarowinds' Halloween Haunt XI.

3. Platinum Season Pass- Besides all the offers and benefits of a Gold Pass, visitors with a Platinum Season can enjoy free admission to all Cedar Fair amusement and outdoor waterparks.

The requirements for purchasing each type of Platinum Season Pass are the same to that of Gold Passes, while the price is $165.00 for Platinum Regular, $92.00 for Platinum Junior/Senior, and $150.00 for Platinum Regular 4 Or More.

Specific info about benefits of Gold and Platinum Season is listed on the website of Carowinds:

2011 Gold and Platinum Season Pass Benefits

http://www.carowinds.com/public/admission/passes/pass_benefits.cfm

PS: Season Pass can not be used by any individual except the holder, unless by the guest of whom the card is issued to.

Known as the "thrill capital of the southeast", Carowinds Park is the largest theme park in Charlotte, Carolina, and it offers great fun and amusements for the whole family. From the thrilling rides for young adults like Drop Tower, Southern Star, and Xtreme Skyflyer to Family rides and Boomerang Bat Waterpark for relaxing. No matter where you go inside, Carowinds will definitely meet your needs.

It is worth noting that if the time is permitted, visit Carowinds during Halloween. Scarowinds was introduced into Carowinds in 2000. It is a special attraction which will be presented on select days around Halloween and transform the Carowinds into a haunted theme park with smoke and plenty of zombies. If you plan a visit in the near future and want to get savings, read on and find out our smart tips on securing coupons for Carowinds.

Here are some websites to find coupons or discounts for Carowinds.

Carowinds.com - The easiest way to find savings opportunities online is to check Carowinds website. Carowinds has special pricing offers there, including discount season pass cards, and tickets. As for a regular ticket, you can get a second visit just for $19.99 the next day. Then how to operate? Open the website of Carowinds, and click the "Admission" below "plan a visit". After that, click "Deals and Discounts" under "Admission", and then you will see the latest information about special offers by Carowinds.

Anther access to discounts on Carowinds.com is group sales. Carowinds offers 3 kinds of group sales, including Small Groups, Large Groups, and School and &Youth Group. The ticket pricing varies according to group size, ages of members, and the day you select for the visit. For more info about Carowinds group sales, click:

Carowinds Website

http://www.carowinds.com/

Group Sales of Carowinds

http://www.carowinds.com/public/admission/groups/index.cfm

RetailMeNot - This website provides coupon codes and printable coupons for a large variety of brands, online stores and attractions. Here you can find "Paramount's Carowinds Coupon Codes" which can save you up to 24%!

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Gotodaily - Here you can find and share coupons, coupons cods and saving tips for shopping, dining, and traveling. Carowinds coupons are offered on this web sometimes but always.

Website for Gotodaily

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Other possible websites for Carowinds coupons, coupon codes and discounts include: Themeparkcodes.com, Rollback.com, and Coupon Mountain.com. Make sure to check these websites above before your purchase of tickets.

If you don't think online coupons are credible, the following ways may help you get discounts offline:

Do you know that Carowinds coupons are available in Burger King? This fast-food chain is a partner with Carowinds and you can gain coupons here. You just need to buy a large or medium beverage or value meal in Burger King. By doing so, you can score a coupon good with which you can purchase a regular admission ticket with $15 off.

There is another source for offline Carowinds Coupons - local park brochures. The most possible places to find these brochures are hotel lobbies and some large shopping malls in Charlotte. They are available from local tourist guides and magazines as well.

With an area of 122 acres, Carowinds theme park straddles the North Carolina and South Carolina state line and is located just south of Charlotte. This Carolinas largest amusement park is the thrill capital of the Southeast. It's one of the most popular family entertainment attractions in the Carolinas. More than 100 state-of-the-art rides and shows are offered for all ages.

Carowinds also introduces Million Dollar Light Show for tourists in 2011. These new nighttime spectacular shows use sound, light and motion to present a full sensory experience for visitors. To display Snoopy's Starlight Spectacular, expanded hours will be offered for guests to experience more fun at Carowinds.

Snoopy's Straight Spectacular in Carowinds

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Carowinds has different park hours in 2011 with an operating season from late March to late October. You need to arrange your visits to the amusement park according to the Carowinds hours in 2011.

April - Carowinds theme park opens from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays in April. The operation hours for Saturdays are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The hour also applies to dates from Monday, April 18 to Friday, April 22. There's one exception. The park is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday, April 30. You can visit the amusement park from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fridays including April 8, April 15, and April 29. The park is not open to the public on the rest days.

May - If you're planning to visit Carowinds in May, the park is open on Fridays and Weekends. Come to visit the thrill capital from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Friday. The theme park opens from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays, including Sunday, May 29. On Sundays, the hours are from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 30 has the same operation hour. Carowinds opens from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 31. The park is closed on the unlisted days.

June - With the advent of summer vacation, Carowinds theme park is becoming more and more vibrant. Its operation hour is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, June 1 and Thursday June 2. The park is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays. The hour is also valid for the last four days in June that is through June 27. The park opens from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on all left days.

July - July is the golden season for Carowinds visitors. The theme park is open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. throughout the month. Visitors can have enough time to enjoy the endless fun and pleasure Carowinds has to offer.

August - The first week from Monday, August 1 to Sunday, August 7 has the same operation hour as July, including three left Saturdays. Carowinds opens from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays, except August 7. The hour applies to the second week from August 8 to August 12 as well. You can visit the park from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from August 15 to August 19. The park will be closed on rest days.

September - Carowinds is only open to the public on weekends in September. It opens from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays, except September 4. The last two business days with the longest operation hour are Saturday, September 3 and Sunday, September 4: from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. It operates from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Monday, September 5 and Saturday, September 10. You can only tour the park from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on September 17 and September 24.

October - If you have missed Carowinds in 2011, weekends in October are your only opportunity to visit the theme park. The hours are from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on business days in October. October 2 is an exception. The park is open from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on that day.

Carowinds theme park comprises many different attractions, like numerous rides and coasters, live shows, scare zones and Planet Snoopy and more. Knowing their respective opening hours can be helpful to your wonderful visit.

Boomerang Bay is a sun lover's paradise to relax in the sun and experience tsunami-sized thrills. It has many attractions, like rides & slides, Great Barrier Reef and more. And Boomerang Bay is open on selected days for visitors in 2011.

Attractions at Boomerang Bay

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May - Boomerang Bay only opens four days in May: from May 28 to May 31. You can come to this paradise from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on first three days. The bay is only open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 31.

June - Boomerang Bay awaits you through June. The regular hours are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Please notice its special hours in June. The happy paradise is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Jun 1 and Jun 2.

July - July is considered the best time to experience the sunshine and tsunami-sized thrills at Boomerang Bay. Come to experience the various fun attractions from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in July any day you wish.

August - The first two weeks in August have the same operation hours as July, including Saturday, August 20 and Sunday, August 21. The bay will be open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on August 27 and August 28.

September - Boomerang Bay will be open on September 3, September 4 and September 5. The hours are from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. The rest days will be closed for 2011 season.

SCarowinds' Halloween Hunt XI is a highlight at Carowinds in 2011. It combines roller coasters, haunter houses and Halloween festivals in one night. They are usually from 7 p.m. to midnight. It will begin on Sep. 16, 2011. The opening days include Sep. 17, Sep. 23, Sep. 24 and Sep. 30. In October, Scarowinds will be open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, including Thursday, Oct. 27. Oct. 22 and Oct. 29 have special hours: from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Do you know what the landmark of Charlotte is? The answer is Carowinds, the city's biggest and most unique theme park. Opened in March 31, 1973, this land is built based on the inspiration of Disneyland. Covering 122 acres, Carowinds has 50 total rides, including 13 roller coasters and 12 water rides. If you are looking for something thrilling, this is the right place.

The rides in the park are divided into 6 topics and they are attractive to different tourists. For examples, to those thrill-seeking young adults, Roller Coasters are top destination, while Children's Rides are the most visited place for children. To explore the most of rides information, click:

Rides in Carowinds

http://www.carowinds.com/public/park/rides/index.cfm

As a guest-friendly theme park, Carowinds has offered detailed info for you on how to plan a visit there. This article has collected all of information you may need for an easy access to Carowinds. Let's start now!

Where is Carowinds located? It is located at 14523 Carowinds Blvd. Charlotte, NC, about 15 minutes away from uptown Charlotte, and adjacent to Interstate 77 on the state online (between the North Carolina and South Carolina). It is surrounded by following cities: Columbia, Greensboro, Greenville, Raleigh, Augusta and Atlanta. Here is the map for Carowinds.

Map & Direction for Carowinds

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How to get to Carowinds? As a hot tourist destination, Carowinds is easy to access for there are various ways to get there. For those traveling by car with GPS, the address of Carowinds is 300 Carowinds Blvd., Fort Mill, SC 29708. The Park is about twenty minutes away from the Charlotte Douglas International Airport, so take a taxi at the airport if you are flying to Carowinds.

Any public transportation? If course! Greyhound, operated by the largest North American intercity bus company, has over 16,000 daily bus departures to 2,600 cities, including Charlotte. As a result, it is possible to get the Park nearly from any place in the US. Call toll-free 1-800-229-9424 for detailed info or browse the official website of Greyhound.

Greyhound Homepage

http://www.greyhound.com/

Train travel to Carowinds is also available. Amtrak (American Track), with more than 22,000 route miles, has over 500 destinations in 46 states, which means you can reach Carowinds by train from everywhere except Alaska, Hawaii, Maine, South Dakota and Wyoming.

Official Page of Amtrak

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For more up-to-date information about how to find and get to Carowinds, call the hotlines below:

The North Carolina Turnpike Authority - (919) 571-3000

The South Carolina Dept. of Transportation - (803) 737-2314

The North Carolina Dept. of Transportation - 1-877-DOT-4YOU

The South Carolina Highway Patrol - (803) 896-7920

The North Carolina Highway Patrol - (919) 733-7952

Carowinds is the biggest and unique park in the Carolinas. This park has something for everyone therefore while in your Charlotte travel; remember to visit this park because you will not miss on something to do.

Set on a 105-acre piece of land, the Carowinds Amusement Park is the place to be no matter your age. You need not worry about accommodation as well because you and your family can camp out in the 25-acre Camp Wilderness Resource.

1. Carowinds Amusement Park Events and activities

There are several events in Carowinds; the only problem might be choosing which event to attend.

Among the featured events in Carowinds, include:

- Planet Snoopy

- MCDA Cheer and Dance Championship

- Halloween Haunt

- Howl-O- Fest Boo Blast

- Bring-a-friend day

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2. Rides and Attractions in the Carowinds Amusement Park

This park has the most sizzling stage shows which is a must see for any traveler. Ranging from thrill rides to the Family Rides, Carowinds Amusement Park is the best pass time location filled with fun.

Other rides are the Nickelodeon Central ride, Boomerang Bay, live shows and dinning among other attractions. If you are looking for a great outing, Carowinds Amusement Park is the place to be.

http://www.carowinds.com/attractions/index.cfm

Carowinds is a theme park located in Charlotte that attracts tourists in large numbers. Covering an area of almost 112 acres, this theme park is owned by the Charlotte businessman Earl Patterson Hall. Carowinds boasts of plenty of exciting and cool rides that will give you the thrill and chill of a lifetime. Go with your family and kids for an exciting experience that you are not likely to forget too soon. Most tourists love an occasional doze of amusement parks or theme parks on their tours; Carowinds is especially designed for them. Book your Charlotte hotel deals and you are all set to enjoy in Carowinds.

How to get the tickets

Since Carowinds is such a popular theme park, it is designed to keep the tourist in mind. They offer special ticket packs and discount offers if you buy more than one ticket. The best part is you can purchase your Carowinds ticket online if you want to avoid long ticket lines. You might find the 4 tickets for $99 very useful. Or you can get tickets with eating out facilities. Opt for a WOW card, and you can get unlimited park access for a particular duration. Check out all their exciting deals and book right away because offers are for a limited period only.

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What to expect

At Carowinds you can expect only the very best excitement and fun experience. There are thrill rides which will give you the shivers. Go for the Carolina Cobra ride of the Afterburn and you will get your fill of adrenaline rush. After that watch some live shows or snack out at the many restaurants and snack bars inside the park.

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While you are planning a trip to Charlotte, make sure you include a visit to Carowinds, which is a famous theme park extending to a size of 112-acre or 0.45 km2. In fact your kids will forever cherish the memories of their fun activities at Carowinds during the course of their Charlotte North Carolina travel.

The name "Carowinds" has been derived from the two words, "Carolina" and the "winds" which blew across the two states of North and South Carolina. The park was originally built around the theme of the history and culture of the states of Carolina.

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Some of the roller coaster rides available in Carowinds include:

1. Afterburn
2. Carolina Goldrusher
3. Carolina Cyclone
4. Carolina Cobra
5. Fairly Odd Coaster
6. Nighthawk
7. Hurler
8. Hey Arnold's Taxi Chase

The thrill rides to be found in Carowinds include:

1. Drop Tower: Scream Zone: This is a free fall tower with a height of 160 feet and consists of 100 feet drop.

2. Thunder Raceway Go-Carts

3. Xtreme Skyflyer: This is a Skycoaster ride situated in the Thrill Zone of the amusement park.

4. Southern Star: This is an Intamin Looping Ship ride found in the County Fair section of Carowinds.

5. Scream Weaver: This is a thrill ride with a ride time of one - and - half minutes.

There are also other rides such as Carolina Skytower, swing ride in the form of yo - yo, and SCOOBY-DOO's Haunted Mansion.

For great deals and offers, and organizing group events, one can contact the official site:

http://www.carowinds.com/

Carowinds is a theme park found in Charlotte in North Carolina. The theme park is full of amusement highlights for both adults and kids. This is an economical place to bring your whole family along. It is also important to note the best Charlotte hotel deals are to be found within easy reach of the theme park. Some of the highlights in the Carowinds amusement park include:

1. Boomerang Bay Water Park

If you love playing with water, the Boomerang Bay water park is where you need to be. You can bring your kids along since there is a reduced fee for them.

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2. The Intimidator

This is a completely new addition to the park. It is actually the fastest, tallest and longest roller coaster in the Southeast part of the country. If you are the type of person who is thrilled by adventure, then this Intimidator will be a lot of fun for you.

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Other Features

The AFX Theater and Dodgems are famed theaters that can be found within the park. You can enjoy different themed shows such as Halloween and Christmas at different times of the year. There are also swimming pools and picnic gardens for you.

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