ABOUT THE PANELIST

David J. Sangree, MAI, CPA, ISHC, is president of Hotel & Leisure Advisors, which is based in Cleveland. He is a hospitality consultant and appraiser specializing in hotels, resorts, waterparks, golf courses, ski resorts and other leisure properties. A member of the Appraisal Institute, a Certified Public Accountant, and a member of the International Society of Hospitality Consultants, Sangree has performed studies on more than 1,000 existing and proposed hotels, waterparks and other leisure properties. A graduate of the Cornell University School of Hotel Administration, he has appeared on ABC’s “Good Morning America” and CNBC, and has written numerous articles.

 

Owner:Cedar Fair Entertainment Co.

Year opened:1988

Size:18 acres

Retail price of adult 1-day ticket: $31.99

Staff:Approximately 200, peak season

Soak City waterpark is located adjacent to Cedar Point, which is consistently ranked one of North America’s top amusement parks. The 18-acre waterpark features 12 water slides, two lazy rivers, a large wave pool and a large family raft ride. As an added bonus, most of the Soak City rides and waiting areas provide views of either the roller coasters of Cedar Point and/or Lake Erie. Many guests will combine a visit to the outdoor waterpark with a day at Cedar Point.