We've ridden the Dog a few times. Years back it was an absolute blast as they hit pretty decent speeds, but they have had some incidents and have scaled back. I still think it's a fun ride, but not as fun s it used to be. I have not done the fireworks one, but to me, a speed boat is for exactly that...speed. you can see the fireworks from other locations (they don't last that long, 10-15 minutes maybe?)besides, seeing the skyline during the day is pretty cool, easier to make out the buildings being described. Not that it doesn't look beautiful at night as well, but I just prefer a sunny day when being on the water. Matter of fact, I have a deathly fear of water at night so......guess that's swaying my decision lol.