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FEATURES:
INDUSTRY TRENDS
On the Cutting Edge of Your Seat
Ride manufacturers are constantly one-upping their competitors in the race to find the coolest, fastest, most thrilling rides in the industry. See what's on tap for the new season.
By Keith Miller
ATTRACTION PROFILE
A Dark Ride into the Future—and the Past
Six Flags Belgium is home to a dark ride of an entirely different kind.
By John Elderkin
PEOPLE MOVERS
Getting Around
The ubiquitous vehicles that get our customers from A to B at our parks and attractions.
By K. F. Moffett
COMPANY PROFILE
Versatile Vekoma
The ever-adapting Dutch manufacturer has a lot to look forward to.
By Duane Marden
INDUSTRY PROFILE
Dr. Roberto Ortiz
A doctor, philanthropist, and park operator continues to inspire his community and the industry.
By John Graff
2004 ROLLER COASTERS
New Roller Coasters Opening in 2004
Seventy-two coaster projects are sure to bring thrills to park patrons around the world..
By W. D. Stevenson
DEPARTMENTS:
Chairman's Letter
IAAPA News
European Conference, Generation Why?, and the new Amusement Industry Intitute in Spanish, and more.
Front Row News
The National Sports Museum opens, Malaysia gets a new waterpark, and more.
Safety Notes
Safety partnerships between guests and parks can help to make every guest's visit a safe one.
Top FECs of the World
Ciudad de los Niños gives kids a dose of real life at this innovative FEC.
Waterpark Report
The year of the waterpark—2004.
Perspectives
Eric Chester discusses the next generation of our young workforce, and how to train them.
Village News
IAAPA members gave generously to the auction at the recent GKTW Black & White Gala..
Marketing Plus
A creative marketing strategy for the off-season.
Government Report
A new piece of lesislation could define a minimum age requirement for ride operators.
Calendar
Short list of industry events and contact information
Thrill Rides
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People Movers
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People Movers
Cover: (Front row, from left) Val Potter, sales director for Interactive Rides, Inc., Bobby Ray Harris, senior vice-president for the Stratosphere Tower; (second Row, right) Michael Gilmartin, public relations manager of the Stratosphere.
