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In my opinion, this is the best picture I have taken with the new camera. I had the zoom lens at its max (300 mm), but the results were fantastic.

2009-02-21T09:11:40Z

Ray
In my opinion, this is the best picture I have taken with the new camera. I had the zoom lens at its max (300 mm), but the results were fantastic.

This picture turned out to be one of my favorites. Looking down the neon-lined Fremont Street Experience, the Four Queens, Fremont, and Binion's can all be seen.

2009-02-12T21:59:46Z

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This picture turned out to be one of my favorites. Looking down the neon-lined Fremont Street Experience, the Four Queens, Fremont, and Binion's can all be seen.

And finally, another shot of one of Marineland's killer whales. While they do not perform in the main arena show, they still draw quite a crowd at the huge Friendship Cove area.

2009-02-17T17:40:08Z

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And finally, another shot of one of Marineland's killer whales. While they do not perform in the main arena show, they still draw quite a crowd at the huge Friendship Cove area.

The 310-foot tall Millennium Force.

2009-02-21T22:30:41Z

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The 310-foot tall Millennium Force.

The Maid Of The Mist sails into the centre of the Horseshoe Falls.

2009-06-08T13:10:06Z

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The Maid Of The Mist sails into the centre of the Horseshoe Falls.

Steel Force (Morgan hypercoaster) stands tall above the Dorney Park midways while the lift hill for Thunderhawk (Schmeck wooden coaster) can be seen if you look closely near the center.

2008-07-17T21:51:58Z

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Steel Force (Morgan hypercoaster) stands tall above the Dorney Park midways while the lift hill for Thunderhawk (Schmeck wooden coaster) can be seen if you look closely near the center.

Note the 90 degree banked turn on the right. Sweet!

2009-06-22T14:16:02Z

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Note the 90 degree banked turn on the right. Sweet!

Standing directly under Top Thrill Dragster, you get an idea of just how massive this thing really is.

2009-06-26T08:38:45Z

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Standing directly under Top Thrill Dragster, you get an idea of just how massive this thing really is.

The Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas is one half the height of the actual one. It is also substantially more detailed than the ones in Mason, Ohio and Doswell, Virginia!

2009-10-10T13:08:51Z

Ray
The Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas is one half the height of the actual one. It is also substantially more detailed than the ones in Mason, Ohio and Doswell, Virginia!

Diamondback continues its climb. This is probably my favorite picture from the trip.

2009-05-30T09:37:44Z

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Diamondback continues its climb. This is probably my favorite picture from the trip.

Ray's photo

2009-05-25T07:03:55Z

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Ray's photo

2009-05-27T11:15:49Z

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A look at Batman Knight Flight's interlocking flat spins from the loading platform. Batman Knight Flight now operates as Dominator at Kings Dominion in Doswell, VA.

2009-01-07T03:40:28Z

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A look at Batman Knight Flight's interlocking flat spins from the loading platform. Batman Knight Flight now operates as Dominator at Kings Dominion in Doswell, VA.

My little point-and-shoot HP camera takes some pretty good pictures when it wants to... ;)

2009-01-26T08:32:23Z

Ray
My little point-and-shoot HP camera takes some pretty good pictures when it wants to... ;)

One of my favorite shots of Everest. Note the sea of people in front of the ride. This was a massive bottleneck area!

2009-06-08T01:17:05Z

Ray
One of my favorite shots of Everest. Note the sea of people in front of the ride. This was a massive bottleneck area!

I like this picture. Tall buildings and water make for great photos.

2009-08-18T10:53:31Z

Ray
I like this picture. Tall buildings and water make for great photos.

Not sure what these buildings are, but it's a pretty nice picture.

2009-08-18T10:53:31Z

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Not sure what these buildings are, but it's a pretty nice picture.

A variety of boat tours depart from Navy Pier.

2009-08-18T10:53:31Z

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A variety of boat tours depart from Navy Pier.

The Trump Tower on the left and the Sears/Willis Tower dominate Chicago's enormous skyline.

2009-08-18T10:53:30Z

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The Trump Tower on the left and the Sears/Willis Tower dominate Chicago's enormous skyline.

Ray's photo

2009-05-27T11:20:26Z

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Ray's photo

2009-05-27T11:20:25Z

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I don't quite understand why North American Midways brought their lame Wisdom Himalaya (called "Blizzard") when Bates brought their lame Majestic Musik Express. Remember, if it's not a Mack ...

2009-03-28T01:58:03Z

Ray
I don't quite understand why North American Midways brought their lame Wisdom Himalaya (called "Blizzard") when Bates brought their lame Majestic Musik Express. Remember, if it's not a Mack ...

This 1996 view from Geauga Lake's Skyscraper shows off the park's new Mind Eraser coaster and a nicely filled parking lot. Cedar Fair would have killed to have the park this busy... ;)

2009-01-16T21:53:13Z

Ray
This 1996 view from Geauga Lake's Skyscraper shows off the park's new Mind Eraser coaster and a nicely filled parking lot. Cedar Fair would have killed to have the park this busy... ;)

Cedar Point's dearly departed Schwabinchen (Mack Hully Gully). I guess that "lack of ridership" reason they gave for its removal may have been true.

2009-01-17T03:38:01Z

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Cedar Point's dearly departed Schwabinchen (Mack Hully Gully). I guess that "lack of ridership" reason they gave for its removal may have been true.

Conneaut Lake Park (you all know, the park that isn't a viable business) was once home to this massive Rotor ride called Hell Hole. There were three observation levels built above the main ...

2009-01-17T03:40:24Z

Ray
Conneaut Lake Park (you all know, the park that isn't a viable business) was once home to this massive Rotor ride called Hell Hole. There were three observation levels built above the main ...

Geauga Lake's Double Loop (1997-2007) with its black paint job. Picture taken in 1997.

2009-01-17T03:38:24Z

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Geauga Lake's Double Loop (1997-2007) with its black paint job. Picture taken in 1997.

While not the best picture, this is Sleighride, an absolutely beautiful Mack Matterhorn-type ride with all of its original flash, tons of lights, and a sweet Musik Express-style tunnel backd ...

2009-06-25T17:35:48Z

Ray
While not the best picture, this is Sleighride, an absolutely beautiful Mack Matterhorn-type ride with all of its original flash, tons of lights, and a sweet Musik Express-style tunnel backd ...

Same shot as the one prior- just a little closer.

2009-06-10T11:07:32Z

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Same shot as the one prior- just a little closer.

Guests gather around the Flying Turns information kiosk.

2009-05-26T20:42:59Z

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Guests gather around the Flying Turns information kiosk.

The world-famous Phoenix. This airtime machine is consistently ranked as one of the best wood coasters in the country.

2009-06-15T07:43:22Z

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The world-famous Phoenix. This airtime machine is consistently ranked as one of the best wood coasters in the country.

You can see the beautiful rapids of the Niagara River in the centre of this photo as they head towards the mighty Horseshoe Falls. The tall building in the upper right is the new Seneca Nia ...

2009-08-02T11:11:24Z

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You can see the beautiful rapids of the Niagara River in the centre of this photo as they head towards the mighty Horseshoe Falls. The tall building in the upper right is the new Seneca Nia ...

Exiting the second tunnel, riders on Dragon Mountain enter what I believe is the only "bowtie" element ever incorporated on an Arrow-designed coaster.

2009-02-17T17:39:04Z

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Exiting the second tunnel, riders on Dragon Mountain enter what I believe is the only "bowtie" element ever incorporated on an Arrow-designed coaster.

World-famous Eddie's Grill, an exceptionally popular eatery on the main "Strip" in Geneva On The Lake. You'd swear it was 1955 all over again!

2009-08-01T18:32:57Z

Ray
World-famous Eddie's Grill, an exceptionally popular eatery on the main "Strip" in Geneva On The Lake. You'd swear it was 1955 all over again!

A shot of the Blue Streak from the train station.

2009-02-18T03:52:57Z

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A shot of the Blue Streak from the train station.

In a sea of musical dancing Santas, this one definitely stood out from the rest.

2009-07-27T15:30:32Z

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In a sea of musical dancing Santas, this one definitely stood out from the rest.

A nice view of New York New York and its Manhattan Express roller coaster (which was down due to the weather).

2009-07-26T14:57:47Z

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A nice view of New York New York and its Manhattan Express roller coaster (which was down due to the weather).

The Golden Gate's vintage sign has letters that rock back and forth. This was the very first hotel and casino in Las Vegas.

2009-07-26T08:35:14Z

Ray
The Golden Gate's vintage sign has letters that rock back and forth. This was the very first hotel and casino in Las Vegas.

Jackie Gaughan's Plaza by night looks even more retro.

2009-07-26T11:22:30Z

Ray
Jackie Gaughan's Plaza by night looks even more retro.

A look at the Strip from the top of the Stratosphere. Many major resorts can be seen in this shot.

2009-07-26T07:27:08Z

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A look at the Strip from the top of the Stratosphere. Many major resorts can be seen in this shot.

The Jurassic Park Visitor Center from across the park's lagoon.

2009-07-26T08:11:36Z

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The Jurassic Park Visitor Center from across the park's lagoon.

View of Indiana Beach from the park's suspension bridge. For those unfamiliar, the entire park is built over the waters of Lake Schaeffer.

2009-02-21T05:20:28Z

Ray
View of Indiana Beach from the park's suspension bridge. For those unfamiliar, the entire park is built over the waters of Lake Schaeffer.