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Adventure Port - 7/26/2023

Today I ventured to Kings Island to check out the park's new theme area, Adventure Port, which opened just last month.


Kings Island has reimagined most of Octoberfest to this tell the myths of an ancient civilization and its mighty city carved out of stone that have lured travelers from around the globe to this bustling port community for more than a century.  Located between Coney Mall and Action Zone, this area features two new rides, enhanced theming for Adventure Express, Enrique's quick service restaurant and The Mercado.


Adventure Port

Adventure Port

Adventure Port

Adventure Port

Sol Spin is themed to a recently discovered mechanism that appears to be an immense sun disk created by an ancient civilization.  This Zamperla Endeavour features open air, suspended passenger vehicles and tilts vertically propelling riders 60 feet through the air at 25 mph.


Sol Spin

Sol Spin

Sol Spin

Cargo Loco is a Zamperla Spinning Tea Cup.  Need a company to ship your goods?  Look no further than the Arrow Cargo Company.  Experience the shipping barrels for yourself and get ready for a dizzying trip.


Cargo Loco

Cargo Loco

Cargo Loco

Adventure Express is a Arrow Mine Train that opened in 1991 and received theming enhancements this season.  The journey travels 3,000 feet of track twisted between trees and nestled into a hillside with two lift hills.  Experience an exciting excursion run by tour company, Arrow Cargo Co.  During your tour things take a (wrong) turn for the unexpected when your train veers onto the abandoned Track 2 Route, leading you on a thrilling journey through a closed ancient track system filled with mystery and danger at every turn.


Adventure Express

Adventure Express

Adventure Express

Adventure Express

A trip to Adventure Port isn't complete unless you experience the local cuisine.  Stop by Enrique's quick serve restaurant for a menu that features traditional burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, salads and sides.


Enrique's

Enrique's

Enrique's

At the Mercado, guests celebrate at this local purveyor for dining, drinking, cargo transport and more.


Mercado

Mercado

I spent the day exploring the new Adventure Port and the rest of the park with a good meal from Coney Bar-B-Que.  It was a great day of riding with excellent weather.


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