Six Flags Honored by Texas Travel Industry

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas, Oct. 2, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (NYSE: SIX), the world's largest regional theme park company, is the recipient of the first ever Texas Travel Industry Association Heritage Award. Jim Reid-Anderson, Chairman, President and CEO of Six Flags accepted the award at Tuesday night's Texas Travel Summit held on Galveston Island.

"It was truly an honor and a privilege to be recognized by our industry colleagues in such a special way," said Reid-Anderson. "We believe Angus Wynne, Jr. would be very proud of the company that he founded some 54 years ago. Our team members are committed to carrying on his legacy of family fun and thrills for all ages."

Six Flags operates three parks in Texas – Six Flags Over Texas, its flagship location in Arlington; Hurricane Harbor, a 47-acre water park also in Arlington; and Six Flags Fiesta Texas, located in San Antonio.

"We are proud to select Six Flags Entertainment as our first recipient of TTIA's Heritage Award," said David Teel, President/CEO of the Texas Travel Industry Association (TTIA). "The organization's long-standing commitment of excellence to their customers and their community has enriched the heritage of the travel industry in Texas. By providing great moments and memories that last a lifetime, Six Flags parks in Texas have made life better for many over the past 50 years."  

About Six Flags Entertainment Corporation
Six Flags Entertainment Corporation is the world's largest regional theme park company with $1.1 billion in revenue and 18 parks across the United States, Mexico and Canada. For 53 years, Six Flags has entertained millions of families with world-class coasters, themed rides, thrilling water parks and unique attractions including up-close animal encounters, Fright Fest^® and Holiday in the Park^®. For more information, visit www.sixflags.com

About Texas Travel Industry Association
The Texas Travel Industry Association (TTIA) is a non-profit organization made up of businesses, organizations, associations and individuals dedicated to developing Texas tourism to its fullest potential. TTIA's mission is to improve the quality of life in Texas by strengthening travel and tourism. For more information about the Texas Travel Industry Association, visit www.ttia.org or contact the office in Austin at (512) 328-8842.

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