36 min
Inside LBI - Ep.25 - The Reality of Fantasy Island Inside LBI
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- Places & Travel
Brian Wainwright, an entrepreneur and wireless retailer, talks about his childhood memories at Fantasy Island Amusement Park on LBI (Long Beach Island) in the early 1980s. As an adult, he returned with his family, envisioning the possibility of being part of the island's business community. In 2018, Brian and his wife became the new owners of Fantasy Island after the Florimont, Phillips, and Frey families retired. The Wainwright family, including their sons, actively participates in the park's operations. The 2019 season brought enhancements to the park, including new rides, upgrades to the ice cream parlor and bathrooms, and changes to the entrance for a more welcoming atmosphere. Despite these changes, the Wainwrights emphasize preserving the nostalgia and traditions that have made Fantasy Island a cherished destination for generations. Their commitment to maintaining a place for families to create lasting memories is evident in their dedication and hard work, as expressed by Brian Wainwright's satisfaction when seeing the joy on kids' faces at the park. Take an inside look at one of the most formative keystone's on Long Beach Island.
Brian Wainwright, an entrepreneur and wireless retailer, talks about his childhood memories at Fantasy Island Amusement Park on LBI (Long Beach Island) in the early 1980s. As an adult, he returned with his family, envisioning the possibility of being part of the island's business community. In 2018, Brian and his wife became the new owners of Fantasy Island after the Florimont, Phillips, and Frey families retired. The Wainwright family, including their sons, actively participates in the park's operations. The 2019 season brought enhancements to the park, including new rides, upgrades to the ice cream parlor and bathrooms, and changes to the entrance for a more welcoming atmosphere. Despite these changes, the Wainwrights emphasize preserving the nostalgia and traditions that have made Fantasy Island a cherished destination for generations. Their commitment to maintaining a place for families to create lasting memories is evident in their dedication and hard work, as expressed by Brian Wainwright's satisfaction when seeing the joy on kids' faces at the park. Take an inside look at one of the most formative keystone's on Long Beach Island.
36 min