Interview: Carlos Montenegro, Director of Tourism, Six Flags Magic Mountain
Meet Carlos Montenegro, Director of Tourism, Six Flags Magic Mountain
Open every day, Six Flags Magic Mountain is known as the Thrill Capital of the World. The 260-acre theme park features world-class roller coasters, more than anywhere else in the world, and over 100 rides, games and attractions for the entire family! Six Flags is the home to both the DC Comics and Looney Tunes characters, so don't miss a chance to meet them, including Batman, Wonder Woman, or even Bugs Bunny or Taz. Los Angeles Tourism had the pleasure of talking with Director of Tourism, Carlos Montenegro, to learn more about what's on offer at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Carlos, what makes Six Flags Magic Mountain unique?
Six Flags Magic Mountain is the Thrill Capital of the World! With the most rollercoasters on the planet, Six Flags Magic Mountain offers guests over-the-top fun and excitement for thrill-seekers of all ages, seasonal live entertainment and experiences, exceptional dining, exclusive shopping and unparalleled memories 365 days a year.
When booking Six Flags Magic Mountain for their clients, what are the key selling points you would suggest travel advisors highlight?
Six Flags Magic Mountain has:
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The most rollercoasters at any theme park in the world (20 in 2022).
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Unique shopping experiences featuring exclusive DC and Looney Tunes merchandise only found at the park.
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Character meet and greets with DC and Looney Tunes characters.
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Dining options for all tastes including the park’s world- famous funnel cakes and limited-time seasonal offerings throughout the year.
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Packages available from front-of-line ride options to VIP Tour guides and all-day culinary dining pass options.
What’s the number one question you receive from travel advisors?
How can I book a group to visit Six Flags Magic Mountain?
Whether booking travel for a business, church, student or youth group of 10 or 500 (or more!), visit our group sales page here for all the details.
How do I get there?
Six Flags Magic Mountain is conveniently located off the I-5 freeway north of Los Angeles in Valencia; UBER and Lyft provide service to the park.
What’s new or coming soon to Six Flags Magic Mountain?
Debuting in Summer 2022, Six Flags Magic Mountain, in partnership with Warner Bros. Themed Entertainment and DC, is adding another record-breaking coaster—WONDER WOMAN™ Flight of Courage—to its unparalleled thrill ride lineup. Six Flags Magic Mountain’s record 20th roller coaster—the most at any theme park in the world—will debut as the tallest and longest single-rail coaster on the planet where riders will fly over 3,300 feet of track, towering 13 stories and soaring at speeds up to 58 miles-per-hour. The new coaster will be located in the six-acre DC UNIVERSE™ area of the park, which will be expanded and entirely remodeled to include a new, innovative restaurant and bar experience, plus retail locations featuring exclusive DC branded merchandise.
Can you share your top celebrity moment in LA?
L.A. Lakers’ great Kobe Bryant loved Six Flags Magic Mountain’s rollercoasters and often came “after hours” with family and friends (his wife and daughters still visit regularly). Entertainers Mariah Carey and Nick Canon, celebrated their engagement party at the park. Late, Late Show television host James Corden recently visited the park and shared his VIP Tour experience with a 7-minute video. Many other celebrities have visited the park by taking advantage of our popular VIP Tour, including Britney Spears, the Kardashian family, Justin Bieber, Kanye West, the Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry, Carrie Underwood, Selena Gomez, Rihanna, Kaley Cuoco, JoJo Siwa, Angelina Jolie, and many, many more!