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Keeping Guests Safe With Chaperone Policies
How attractions are taking steps to keep the peace
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Carowinds Leans Into Storytelling With Aeronautica Landing
A snazzy area makeover and 50th anniversary gift
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Celebration and Inspiration at IAAPA EMEA Spring Summit
Connections fostered at Swedish parks
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Dollywood Positions Big Bear Mountain to Drive Summer Visitation
Dollywood's phase 2 edition to Wildwood Grove diversifies family-friendly offerings
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DarKoaster Thrills at Busch Gardens Williamsburg
Leaders involved in development of new coaster share their considerations
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10 Innovations Inside SeaWorld Abu Dhabi
The new indoor theme park opens Tuesday
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Watch Dolly Parton Open New Vekoma Roller Coaster
The legendary Dolly Parton shares the importance of capital expenditures
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IAAPA Previews Pipeline at SeaWorld Orlando
"Hang 10" on B&M's new surf coaster
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Antonio Zamperla Previews Cedar Point’s New Wild Mouse
Zamperla CEO takes IAAPA News for a ride
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New Interactive Game Enhances Orlando Observation Wheel
The Wheel debuts The Great Florida Road Trip
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Forging Futures at Disney's Animal Kingdom
Park leaders share importance of conservation on 25th anniversary
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IAAPA Latin America Summit Opens in Mexico
Cancun hosts largest event to date
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The State of the Global Attractions Industry is Strong
Optimism is rising for a successful year across all regions
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How Disney Designed Tron
Inside the Magic Kingdom's new roller coaster
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New Roller Coaster Poised to Redefine Fun Spot
RMC coaster opens in Atlanta
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Scream Break Takes Over Six Flags
Parks launch spring horror event
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It's Party Time!
Tips from FECs on hosting more profitable birthday parties
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Planning a Successful St. Patrick's Day at the Theme Park
Busch Gardens Williamsburg shares insight on special events
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To Be or Not to Be?
How parks decide whether to refurbish or close an attraction
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Six Flags Opens New Water Roller Coaster
Aquaman: Power Wave makes a splash
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FECs Embrace the Fear
How FECs are developing lucrative Halloween haunts
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Busch Gardens Tampa Opens New Ride
Serengeti Flyer debuts as one of S&S Worldwide's biggest swings
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Celebrating a Century of Disney
How Disneyland developed two new nighttime spectaculars
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New Endangered Tiger Arrives at Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Park demonstrates balance of entertainment and education
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Excuse Me, is This Gluten Free?
Accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions
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SeaWorld Sends Guests Behind the Scenes
Inside Look gives visitors a transparent look at caregiving
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Serial Entrepreneurs
How the Knott Family created Tennessee’s massive The City Forum FEC
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Cashing in on Nostalgia
How FECs can harness retro offerings
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Raising the Game
Football museum directors shoot for the goal during the 2022 FIFA World Cup
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Which AR Platform is Best for Your Campaign?
Jason Yim of XR Marketing offers insights
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Inside Dubai’s New Real Madrid Soccer Theme Park
Dubai Holding Entertainment CEO Fernando Eiroa shares details of new attraction exclusively with IAAPA News
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IAAPA Expo Delivers
IAAPA Expo 2022 concluded with almost 37,000 registered attendees
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IAAPA Expo From the Floor
Innovations come to life at IAAPA Expo 2022
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Epcot Pioneers Share Stories and History
Leaders instrumental in the development of Epcot share their experiences
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IAAPA Expo Runners Leave Footprints From the Heart
The 16th annual 5K run/1-mile walk benefits Give Kids the World
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Alcoholic Beverage Companies Debut on Show Floor
Cheers to an Expo first
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Triotech and Lotte World Announce New, Multi-Modal Attraction
“Battlegrounds World Agent” to debut spring 2023
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Broadening Attraction Access
Ensuring all guests are accommodated
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Eliminating Toxic Leadership
Phasing out unproductive negativity
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Guiding Research Tactics
Gathering feedback data is essential for success
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Industry Standouts Recognized at Awards Breakfast
The tradition of honoring industry professionals continues in 2022
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Opening Ceremony Kicks Off IAAPA Expo
Intertwining business with fun
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Tokyo DisneySea Wins Applause Award
Park displays exceptional shows, outstanding theming, and flawless operation
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Coaster Vehicle Debuts at IAAPA Expo
Ride designers made news at IAAPA Expo
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Building Powerful FEC Membership Programs
How to increase revenue and build customer loyalty
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Preparing for and Preventing Threats
Avoiding an attraction’s worst nightmare: an active attacker
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The World's Top FECs Share Secrets of Success
Three notable FECs share their formulas
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Delivering an Accessible Visitor Experience
Attraction leaders forge a path toward more inclusive experiences
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The Next Generation
Carrying on the tradition of running a park
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Preparing for On-Site Emergencies
The who, what, and why of live drills
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Three Key Insights from Immersive Theater Pros
Defining, crafting, and executing immersive experiences
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Controlling Skyrocketing Costs in Food and Beverage Operations
Navigating economic hurdles
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Expo Golf Tournament Tees Off
IAAPA members gather to play and remember a lost friend
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IAAPA Expo Motorcycle Run Accelerates the Fun
Annual charity event benefits Give Kids The World
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SeaWorld to Launch New B&M Prototype
Park calls "surf coaster" new genre of coaster
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Lasting Legacy
Lessons in operations from Expo 2020 Dubai
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Disney Magic Comes Alive on TikTok
The digital content team behind @DisneyParks shares how its videos spark joy
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Time - Traveling Adventures
Qatar’s Doha Quest and Poland’s Mandoria offer guests highly themed indoor park experiences.
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Remarkable Rookburgh
How Phantasialand's team redefined the guest experience
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Innovations From the Floor
Video highlights of new products
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Working with Influencers
Expo taps into the power of social media
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Planning for a Crisis
IAAPA Expo Europe offers strategies
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Attracting and Retaining Staff
Ideas from IAAPA Expo Europe
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News is made at IAAPA Expo Europe
From surf parks to stinky smells, companies share advancements
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Ceremony Marks the Start of IAAPA Expo Europe
More than 10,000 come to London
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Three Tours, One Great Park
Expo attendees tour Chessington World of Adventures
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Indoor Entertainment Day Engages
British family entertainment centers take the spotlight
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IAAPA Ready for London
Video Preview of IAAPA Expo Europe 2022
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IAAPA Expo Europe Rises in London
Trade show floor comes together
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IAAPA Saddened by Death of Queen Elizabeth II
IAAPA Expo Europe to continue Sept. 12-15
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Rookburgh In-Depth
A visual look at Phantasialand's newest world
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Trust Your Instincts to Recognize Danger
A look into crowd theory and responding to emergency situations
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IT Solutions for Better Financial Performance
Automation and integration can help streamline e-commerce operations
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Creeping Up on Halloween Events
Zoo, FEC, and haunt attraction operators share tips for spooky celebrations
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Best Practices in Dealing with Guest Complaints
How hearing guests out can boost positive experiences
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Harnessing the Power of Influencer Marketing
Attractions can partner with social media influencers to highlight positive guest experiences
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Igniting Passion and Creating WOW!
The Toronto Zoo plans for its next 50 years
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Brazilian Zoos and Aquariums are on a Mission
A look inside three Brazilian zoos and aquariums that promote engagement through conservation, education, and research
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You're Welcome!
Zoos are making their facilities accessible, inclusive, and equitable, connecting everyone with the natural world
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‘Electric Ocean’ Returns to SeaWorld Orlando
The park’s nighttime summer celebration engages guests with vibrant entertainment and F&B offerings
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Floriade’s Flower Power
The Netherlands’ horticultural expo shows how we can transform where and how people live
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Happy Team Members Yield Satisfied Guests
Engaging with employees can lead to positive guest service and more revenue for attractions
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Video Surveillance Tech Offers a Wealth of Capabilities
Cameras, heat maps, AI, and robots can amplify guest insights and safety
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Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind Launches at Epcot
Riders save the galaxy on Walt Disney World Resort’s newest coaster
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Mentoring the Next Generation of Industry Professionals
Attractions programs inspire young people to look into future careers in the industry
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That’s Retailtainment
Retailers are creating engaging, immersive experiences for shoppers
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Inside Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World Resort
Guests live out their own Star Wars story during the immersive two-night experience
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Complementary Expertise Brings ITEC and TAIT Together
TAIT grows into the themed attractions space with its acquisitions of ITEC and Thinkwell Group
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Epcot Debuts New F&B and Topiaries at its Flower & Garden Festival
The springtime festival runs through July 4 at Walt Disney World Resort
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Taking Steps to Make Water Slides Greener
Water slide manufacturers explore ways to make water slides more sustainable, from construction to daily use
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Digital Transactions Hit New Heights
The shift to digital ticketing and payments in the attractions industry is accelerating
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Sustainability Success at Attractions
Two attractions industry leaders talk working toward a greener future
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Project Engineer Reflects on his Attractions Career Journey
Marco Hartwig of Maurer Rides speaks with Funworld about his background, education, and goals
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Not Just Child’s Play
Family entertainment centers expand their demographics beyond families
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Inspiring the Next Generation
How Garner Holt is sparking an early interest in the attractions industry
among students
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Stepping Up on Sustainability
Embracing sustainability can bring challenges and costs, but also opportunities and goodwill
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Taking Time to Unplug at Attractions
National Day of Unplugging offers guests the opportunity to enjoy the company of others away from smartphones
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Top of the Class
How the attractions industry can attract and engage technical talent
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Andrew Wexler Goes In-depth on Grow U
Herschend Family Entertainment to provide 11,000 employees with free tuition
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How to Keep Core Staff Happy
Competitive wages and open communication are among strategies to retain staff
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Working Well
Attractions that take care of their teams’ health and well-being are primed to prosper
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Flying Theater Attraction Debuts in NYC
Running Subway, Brogent, and Super 78 partner for Time Square’s “RiseNY” attraction
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Two New Slides Coming to Adventure Island
The Tampa water park is also transforming its front gate and beach area
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Remembering Hank Salemi of Six Flags Great America
Friends and colleagues share memories of the attractions industry leader
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Celebrating 50 Years of Magic and Memories
Walt Disney World commemorates its 50th anniversary with 18-month event
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Los Angeles Welcomes a New Museum Dedicated to the History of Motion Pictures
The seven-story, 300,000-square-foot museum is the largest film culture museum in North America
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Esports’ Rapid Growth Beckons FECs
Family entertainment centers draw gamers with esports attractions spaces
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New Year’s Resolutions for FECs
Family entertainment center operators look ahead toward 2022
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Barbara Bouza Named President of Walt Disney Imagineering
Bouza will take over Imagineering as Bob Weis moves to an ambassador role
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Trends and Innovations in Sustainability for 2021
Attractions companies share their eco-friendly practices
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How Carnival Cruise Line’s "Bolt" Struck Success
Carnival Cruise Line launched its new ship, Mardi Gras, accompanied by the company's first "roller coaster at sea"
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AREA15 CEO to Speak at IAAPA Expo
Winston Fisher teases his “Game Changer” presentation and shares details on the Las Vegas AREA15 complex
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Rolling into the Future
Innovations in surf tech and attractions make riding a wave more accessible
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Planning for Generation Alpha
The biggest generation the world has ever seen will be tech-savvy, global in outlook, and culturally aware
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Cue the Confetti
Parks commemorate notable anniversaries while creating bonds for the future
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The Natural Side
Brazilian resorts embrace the ecotourism trend
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Marathon Man
How 2022 IAAPA Chairman Ken Whiting sets goals, leads, and inspires
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Manufacturers and Suppliers 2022 Outlook
Charting a pathway through COVID-19 with innovation and resilience
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Mining Social Media to Boost 2022 Season Ticket Sales
Digital connections are the future of attractions marketing
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WonderWorks Orlando Presents its First Halloween Dinner Show
Throughout October, Jack the Trickster entertains guests with spooky tricks and treats
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How to Host a Successful Holiday Event in 2021
Making memorable moments while prioritizing employee and guest safety
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2021 New Rides & Attractions: Water Park Roundup
Water Park teams have come together to present their brand-new slides, properties, and other attractions for 2021
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2021 New Rides & Attractions: Dark Rides, Family Rides, and Shows Roundup
Attractions are reopening—and that means presenting their all-new dark rides, family rides, and shows for 2021
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2021 New Rides & Attractions: Roller Coaster Roundup
Attractions teams have come together to present their brand-new roller coasters for 2021
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Wet ‘n’ Wild Hawaii Becomes 100% Powered by Solar
Kapolei, Hawaii receives about 275 days of sunshine annually, making the switch to solar power a win-win for Wet 'n' Wild.
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Dollywood and Intel Partner for Nightly Drone Production
Almost 400 drones, along with music and fireworks, come together for a “symphony of light in the sky."
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A Wonderwood Life
Above Italy’s Lake Maggiore, a woodland adventure park welcomes everybody
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Universal Orlando Takes Coasters to the Next Level
Following the opening of “Jurassic World VelociCoaster,” Universal Creative’s Thierry Coup takes Funworld inside the resort’s thrill rides
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A Whirlwind Romance
The family behind Paultons Park hopes guests’ new love for Tornado Springs brings them lasting success
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Dancing to a New Beat
Two of Belgium’s best-loved entertainment brands team up for a happiness-inducing attraction
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Vegan Tales
How attractions can revise their F&B offerings to include plant-based meals
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Immersive Attraction Queues in the Post-COVID-19 World
Designers share future innovations in queue layouts and features
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Improving Guest Experiences Through Technology
Wearable RFID bracelets, online ordering, and mobile ticketing empower the recovery
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Guiding Lights
How attraction lighting can set the mood, enrich a story, and provide a getaway
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European Parks Offer Home Away From Home
New trend in overnight accommodations keeps guests on-site longer
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Be Your Own Guest
Experiencing your attraction from a guest’s perspective may open your eyes
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Guests Excited to Return to Parks
Research shows pent-up consumer demand for attractions
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Puttshack Expands with First US Location
With locations in the UK, the mini-golf concept is now open in Atlanta
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Super Nintendo World Pushes Theme Park Boundaries
Universal Studios Japan's new land captures the spirit of one of the world’s most popular video games
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The Art of Welcome
10 ways attractions around the world create inviting environments
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Seasonal Staffing: The Power of AI
How to harness artificial intelligence to find summer workers
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Summer Staffing: Making Safe Changes
Steps attractions can take to maximize efficiency
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Summer Staffing: Parks Stay Flexible
HR leaders at U.S. attractions detail their approaches to summer 2021
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Summer Staffing: 7 Unique Tactics
Perks that attract workers
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Summer Staffing: Boosting Team Morale
How South Africa’s Two Oceans Aquarium keeps staff happy and resilient
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Pages of Attraction
Funworld presents a selection of summer reads rooted in attractions
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Alaïa Bay Offers Surfing in the Heart of Swiss Alps
Sion, Switzerland, is now home to Alaïa Bay, an outdoor artificial surf pool
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Finding Qualified Front-Line Employees Online
HR professionals share successful contactless hiring elements
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Waves of Excitement for Ocean Park Hong Kong’s New Water Park
Water World water park will offer 27 attractions when it opens this summer
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Current Research Surrounding Social Distancing (April 2021)
Experimental and Numerical Evaluations of Masks and their Ability to Safely Reduce Social Distancing
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Solving the Seasonal Staffing Crunch
Social networking, job fairs, and referrals can help find employees
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Coping with Supply Chain Challenges
Attractions manufacturers and suppliers share insights to keep products fulfilled and in stock
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Expansion Turns Atlantis Aquaventure into Mega Water Park
The Dubai water park breaks records with its new slides and attractions
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Dynamic Pricing Benefits Attractions
Study on Swiss ski resorts offers insights on price developments and strategies
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Work Resumes on Epic Universe
Theme park expansion restarting in Spring 2021
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Rulantica Makes a Splash with Virtual Reality
“Snorri Snorkling VR” combines snorkeling with a VR headset designed for underwater use
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Dark Ride Turns Riders into Lego Characters
“Lego Factory Adventure Ride” will feature on-ride tracking technology
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Legoland Florida Announces Third Gate
The resort revealed details of a third gated attraction slated to open in 2022
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Ocean Park Hong Kong Looks to Future
New management and refocused operations highlight changes
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Merchandising Ideas in the Pandemic
Attractions can sell branded face masks, hand sanitizer, and more
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New Realities
Attractions enhance the visitor experience using augmented reality
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Refreshing Water Park Attractions
Operators and designers share insights on revamping slides and rides
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Pia Adlivankin Prioritizes Customer and Staff Satisfaction at Linnanmäki
The Finnish amusement park’s managing director shares how she builds guest service, involves staff in decisions, and grows profitability
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