Industry

Funworld November 2010

From Wall Street to Main Street

New IAAPA Chairman Bob Rippy explains why he left Wall Street for the FEC business, and what he wants to accomplish in 2011.
Story by Jeremy Schoolfield

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Photos by Logan Wallace

Special FEC Section

All the Comforts of Home

LAN centers draw gamers out of their basements and into a new type of FEC.
BY JOHN MORELL
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You Are Here

With Foursquare, FECs can take the next step in social networking.
BY MIKE BEDERKA

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Child’s Play

Iplayco opens up its own family entertainment center.
BY MIKE BEDERKA

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IN MEMORIAM

Harrison ‘Buzz’ Price (1921-2010)

The inventor of “roller coaster math,” Buzz loved music, art, and a good story.
by Marty Sklar 

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REGIONAL PROFILE: New Developments in Asia 

China Takes Off

Thrills and highenergy attractions dominate the Chinese park world in 2010.
by Lim Hui Sin
 

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New Territory

Hainan is shaping up to be the next entertainment hub in China.
by Lim Hui Sin

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FEATURES

The Accidental Historian

Jim Lommasson photographs an important piece of carousel history.
by Jodi Helmer

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Name That Tune

Selecting and licensing the right music for your attraction.
by Jennifer J. Salopek


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Get Your Hands Dirty

Attractions and suppliers throughout the U.S. share insight on how to properly and safely remove solid waste.
by Marion Hixon
 

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Racing Thrills Without the Traffic

Professional motorsports simulators are now appearing at parks and attractions.
by Keith Miller
 

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Plastic Gold

Attractions are discovering numerous benefits in selling gift cards.
by Keith Miller
 

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From the Ground Up

Two waterpark resorts have gained credits and financial incentives for their eco-conscious operations.
by Marion Hixon

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They Come for the Food

Several attractions put their F&B out front.
by John Morell

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Exploring XPLOR 114

Miguel Quintana’s latest “ecological park” celebrates its first anniversary in Mexico.
by Jimm Budd

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Christmas in July

Santa’s Village in Canada stays strong after 55 years.
by James Careless 

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Plopsa’s Plans

Never resting on its laurels, this European theme park franchise continues to branch out.
by Juliana Gilling

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INDUSTRY FOCUS 

SMALL PARK MARKETING

Bright Ideas

Small and independent park marketing professionals talk about those classic ideas that still work.
BY JIM FUTRELL

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TECHNOLOGY

Picture Perfect

Ride photo systems bring a great ROI when done right.
BY KEITH MILLER

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SPECIAL EVENTS

More Creative Than Just Candy Hearts

How attractions can diversify Valentine’s Day offerings to all guests.
BY MARION HIXON

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SOCIAL MEDIA

Take Action

Controlling your online reputation is critical—thankfully, getting started is simple.
BY KIM FERNANDEZ

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