Wow what an emotive subject! I've paid for membership for 6 years now and used to buy annual passes for the kids as well so sometimes we bought 7 passes in a year!! Must say I just buy a 3 day pass for the kids now because they have outgrown it a bit. I am dissapointed that we didn't get free tickets at Christmas and Halloween and will probably not renew after this year BUT the park is fantastic. Even if you don't go on any rides there are lots of fabulous shows you can watch and travel on the train and on the boat. The new kiddies area is brilliant.I only wish I still had small children to take,they would love it. The firework display in the summer is second to none and must cost a fortune and you can leave the park and return later so you get a full day for your money. best to get a 3 day, 2 park pass because 1 day isn't enough to see and do everything. It is expensive but you will have a brilliant time whatever your ages!