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16 Reasons Why Hersheypark Is Forever My Favorite Place

"Chocolate World Is A Must!"

Molly Rose Cohen

Jul 24, 2017

University at Albany, SUNY Albany, NY

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16 Reasons Why Hersheypark Is Forever My Favorite Place

Molly Cohen

I cannot remember how old I exactly was when I first went to Hersheypark, but I believe I was around 10. Right when I got there, I fell in love. I went with fellow campers of mine. After that, I would go back mostly every year and each year just got better and better. I even go back twice in a year! Here are 16 things that I love about Hersheypark.

1. The Staff

The staff has always been so friendly making the experience so enjoyable.

2. The Staff Dressed In Costumes!

I always enjoy running into these guys! They are awesome.

3. Hershey Christmas

A blurry picture of my friend Nicole and I but going to Hershey during Christmas time is magical. The lights, the yummy cookie smores, the sweet smell of hot cocoa - it is amazing!

4. The Rides!

Hershey has some of the best rollercoasters! My favorites include The Stormrunner (above), Fahrenheit, Wildcat, and Greatbear!

5. The Ferris Wheel and The Monorail!

I know these are rides but they give you a great view of the park! I also recommend the kissing tower if you want an awesome view and just some romantic time!

6. The Chocolate, DUHH!

Hershey Park sells some of the most AMAZING brands of chocolate. It is simply delicious.

7. Chocolate World!

You simply cannot go to Hersheypark without visiting Chocolate World and getting a tour ride! And they give you free candy at the end!

8. Their Chocolate Chip Cookies!

Hands down, the best chocolate chip cookies I have ever had can be bought in Chocolate World!

9. Hershey Town!

Simply a friendly and warm welcoming town to explore!

10. The Boardwalk!

Go have a splash!

11. ZooAmerica!

Located inside Hershey Park, go take a peak at some amazing animals!

12. World's Largest Chocolate Bar!

FIVE POUNDS!

13. The Great Disability Accommodations

Being that I have a physical disability, Hershey has always made my visit 100x easier with the accommodations they make, which I am grateful for.

14. Measuring Yourself, Candy Style!

I always know my height, but it is just natural to see which "Candy" you are!

15. The Hersheypark Welcome sign!

You always need to take a picture with the welcome sign! It is a must!

16. It Is Just Awesome

My family and I enjoy it every year. This is us during Christmas Time in 2016! Thank you Hershey for always being so SWEET! Who knows, maybe I'll work here someday!

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16 Reasons Why Hersheypark Is Forever My Favorite Place

"Chocolate World Is A Must!"

1. The Staff

2. The Staff Dressed In Costumes!

3. Hershey Christmas

4. The Rides!

5. The Ferris Wheel and The Monorail!

6. The Chocolate, DUHH!

7. Chocolate World!

8. Their Chocolate Chip Cookies!

9. Hershey Town!

10. The Boardwalk!

11. ZooAmerica!

12. World's Largest Chocolate Bar!

13. The Great Disability Accommodations

14. Measuring Yourself, Candy Style!

15. The Hersheypark Welcome sign!

16. It Is Just Awesome

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