by Jeremy Schoolfield
In this exclusive interview, Jay Rasulo, chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, discusses the radical changes coming to Disney’s California Adventure. Also included: Details on the new “World of Color” nighttime show, the “Little Mermaid” attraction, and Cars Land, straight from the Imagineers designing them. [Read More ...]
ON THE COVER: Jay Rasulo stands behind a model for the new Cars Land, coming in 2012 to Disney's California Adventure. |
| REGIONAL PROFILE: JAPAN |
SPOTLIGHT: WATERPARKS |
FUNWORLD takes a look at people and places shaping the industry in Japan.
by Jody Godoy
KidZania CEO Einosuke Sumitani discusses the success of the kid-focused franchise. [Read More ...] |
by Heather Greenwood Davis
The standard-issue waterpark is no longer acceptable. See how the industry has delivered with new twists on a classic favorite. [Read More ...]
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Urban attractions stand tall throughout Japan’s big cities. [Read More ...] |
by Marion Hixon
What attractions can learn from Malaysian waterpark giant Sunway Lagoon. [Read More ...]
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How Japanese operators manage the ongoing struggle to control crowds. [Read More ...]
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by Marion Hixon
The waterpark climate heats up and positions for growth in Australia. [Read More ...]
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by Keith Miller
Resorts are now offering a variety of attractions and leisure amenities, including extreme sports.
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by Keith Miller
Maze designers and operators discuss trends, design, and technologies.
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by Keith Miller
How facilities are reaching out to members of the military and veterans with discounts and special offers.
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Coverage by Juliana Gilling Photos by Miquel Gonzalez
Amsterdam played host to a successful Euro Attractions Show 2009.
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INDUSTRY FOCUS |
ENVIRONMENT
By Dan Rafter
Erosion prevention is a critical step to planning any type of attraction.
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PROFILE
By Jodi Helmer
Bud Ellis, carver of wooden carousel horses, has built a career, school, and teaching materials on the craft of carving.
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TICKETING
By Jim Futrell
Park operators share their perspectives on offering a gate price vs. the pay-as-you-go structure.
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THEMING
By Lisa Anderson Mann
A casino and resort designer discusses trends and tips on enticing and entertaining guests.
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MARKETING
By Lisa Anderson Mann
City pass programs help museums generate incremental revenue and stretch marketing dollars.[Read More ...]
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POINT OF SALE
By Mike Bederka
Family entertainment centers discuss making the move to cashless systems.
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TECHNOLOGY
By John Morell
Some facilities are using video conferencing to be available to more audiences; another source of revenue. [Read More ...]
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PROFILE
by Juliana Gilling
A theme park and FEC in the Netherlands succeeds by balancing attractions both indoors and out. [Read More ...]
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OPERATIONS
by Juliana Gilling
European museums weigh the pros and cons of free admission [Read More ...] |
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