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Legoland Florida's newest addition sparks creativity as an immersive experience.
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Nine months of special events are now in full swing in Orlando, San Antonio, and San Diego
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Bringing a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success, Eryka joins IAAPA from her distinguished role as director of communications for The Central Florida Oversight District. There, she led comprehensive communication strategies, managed high-pressure media scenarios, and implemented impactful crisis management protocols. Eryka also played a pivotal role in fostering diversity and inclusion within the district. 
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IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, announced today a new partnership with Craft Standard Draft Cocktails, a pioneering company known for its expertise in ready-to-serve draft cocktails. As an IAAPA official partner, CS Draft Cocktails will be at the forefront of revolutionizing the beverage experience within the amusement industry, bringing high-quality cocktails to new locations with easy-to-use draft systems.
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Annual event brings engagement, enlightenment, and fun to attendees
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Contributors share process of transforming a beloved franchise into a dark ride
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Watch unforgettable moments celebrating excellence at the inaugural ceremony
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IAAPA's premier awards event shined
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Award winners announced from Las Vegas
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 Hong Kong SAR, China (February 29, 2024) – IAAPA, the leading global association for amusement facilities and attractions, is excited to announce that attendee registration for IAAPA Expo Asia 2024 is officially open. Taking place in the vibrant city of Bangkok – the city of angels – this highly anticipated international trade show and conference will showcase the latest trends and technological innovations shaping the future of the global attractions industry from around the world, this premier destination event is not to be missed.
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March/April magazine from IAAPA News features augmented reality, young professionals, and leadership insight
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Funworld TV: Kirin Sinha on success, mistakes, and breaking through barriers
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With less than three weeks until IAAPA’s premier event for IAAPA Awards, the global association for the attractions industry has revealed its keynote speaker and additional panelists for IAAPA Honors 2024.
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Major areas to consider for operational F&B success
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See the list of winners leading up to IAAPA Honors
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Author Salem Thyne previews his IAAPA FEC Summit keynote
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Industry peers explore the latest and greatest tech at CES 2024
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How to make sure your employees truly feel they are seen and heard
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IAAPA EMEA and its safety subcommittee members have exciting plans for 2024
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BirdVenture play zone and Hellbender coaster bring new offerings to Tennessee park
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Using research and development for changes impacting the F&B sector
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Vince Poscente races into IAAPA FEC Summit with an athlete’s strategy at winning in business.
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Watch: IAAPA News presents attraction accomplishments of 2023
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How attractions operators can use merchandise to increase revenue
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Dollywood’s HeartSong Lodge opens in the Smokies
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Crews lift final piece 420 feet above Lake Erie
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The prestigious award will be presented at the IAAPA Honors ceremony
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The attractions industry's premier event sets new record
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Veterans dish advice to next generation
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From GKTW to SeaWorld, Thursday sizzled
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Through the puddles, hope rises
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Managing water park emergencies step-by-step
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The great debate over pricing models in the attractions industry
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How the Universal Beijing team completed the esteemed park amid COVID-19 roadblocks
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Winners for the IAAPA Brass Ring Best Exhibit Awards at IAAPA Expo were announced today, the second day the trade show floor was open.
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IAAPA News team brings you real-time coverage of trade show announcements
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Challenges and opportunities for virtual experiences
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WATCH: From CEOs to World Records
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Digital art in the night sky
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Navigating the unpredictable future of the global attractions industry
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From growth to changing guest interests
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Witness growth across Latin America and North America
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Watch highlights from the trade show floor's opening
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Fresh details on Cedar Point's new roller coaster
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Watch the opening moments here
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Learn how SkyElements launches 400 drones
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F&B professionals discuss recent trends
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Aquarium and zoo leaders share strategies for generating revenue
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Enhancing safety begins with risk assessment
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IAAPA Institute for Attractions Professionals (IAP) starts strong
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The (digital) stars set to shine
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All aboard Brightline from South Florida
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B&M family launch coaster debuts in spring 2024
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Creating safe experiences for guests and employees is the top priority for the global attractions industry and fundamental to the IAAPA mission. In recent weeks, the world has seen an increase in the threat of terrorism and social media activity from terrorist organizations encouraging additional attacks. Now is the time for all industry professionals to remain extra vigilant in your security protocols to ensure the safety of your guests and employees.
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FEC hosts an evening event dedicated to adults
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High-tech screen launches entry experience to new heights
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Thorpe Park team works like demons to reimagine its Ghost Train
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Exploring the ethical, legal, and economic dimensions of inclusive travel
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Insights on how zoos are transforming F&B into a culinary adventure
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IAAPA reports record-breaking success
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Festivals and special events grow at attractions worldwide
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Industry luminaries discuss retention and refining strategy
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Inspiring trust and motivating a team
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Press conferences reveal new attractions
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Operators discuss instilling confidence in ride staff
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IAAPA announces winners at IAAPA Expo Europe 2023
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Attractions leaders address new realities and economic pressures
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Attractions leaders across Europe share their best tips
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Periales elected among seven new IAAPA board members
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Attendees captivated by famed Schweizerhaus biergarten
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Event in Vienna begins with dancing, music, and networking
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Funworld TV discovers products generating buzz
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Excitement builds as doors open at Messe Wien Exhibition & Congress Center
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The annual look at new attractions across Europe, Middle East, and Africa
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Safety Day, Host City Day, and Sustainability Day share best practices
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Insight provided by key IAAPA members sheds light on what's ahead
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From planning to construction, IAAPA Expo Europe is an enormous undertaking
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See Europe's greatest trade show floor come together
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Operators share successes in IAAPA Expo Europe 2023’s host nation
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EMEA safety manager Pierre van der Wijst speaks to the association's efforts
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IAAPA, the Global Association for the Attractions Industry, is proud to announce the addition of three distinguished professionals to its leadership team. These strategic hires are set to drive IAAPA's commitment to advancing the attractions industry worldwide.
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Weather insurance offers protection to attractions and guests
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Attractions professionals cite mutual benefits of connection
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How three stakeholders collaborated to bring the project to life
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Developing effective promotions to drive attendance and revenue
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Rocky Mountain Construction to design and build the $30 million coaster
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Industry pros share top strategies
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New Zamperla roller coaster to open in 2024
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Creatives behind Sky Bridge at Lancaster Science Center share journey
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New wood coaster a throwback to original steel scream machine
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Park grows with €11.5 million investment
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How COSI's Dr. Frederic Bertley is redefining the science center
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Your participation is vital to helping us understand how IAAPA can help you.
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Attractions leaders share insight and strategy
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Conference and trade show connects
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More than 18 holes within just 10 feet.
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IAAPA Expo Asia CEO Talk panel gives insights
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Hurricane rolls into IAAPA Expo Asia
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Watch: Education, insight, connections, fun!
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At IAAPA Expo Asia: translating vision into reality
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From IAAPA Expo Asia: Building a strong manufacturer and operator relationship
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Insight from operators at IAAPA Expo Asia
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Watch highlights of the opening ceremony
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Shining light on the global attractions industry
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IAAPA EDUSession provides insight to water park operators
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IAAPA Expo Asia EDUSession provides insight
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Watch video highlights from Singapore
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IAAPA Expo Asia provides behind-the-scenes access
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Get a sneak peek of the conference
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Watch a video preview inside Expo
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How attractions are taking steps to keep the peace
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A snazzy area makeover and 50th anniversary gift
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Dollywood's phase 2 edition to Wildwood Grove diversifies family-friendly offerings
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Leaders involved in development of new coaster share their considerations
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The new indoor theme park opens Tuesday
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The legendary Dolly Parton shares the importance of capital expenditures
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Park leaders share importance of conservation on 25th anniversary
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Optimism is rising for a successful year across all regions
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Inside the Magic Kingdom's new roller coaster
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Parks launch spring horror event
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Tips from FECs on hosting more profitable birthday parties
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Busch Gardens Williamsburg shares insight on special events
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How parks decide whether to refurbish or close an attraction
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How FECs are developing lucrative Halloween haunts
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Serengeti Flyer debuts as one of S&S Worldwide's biggest swings
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How Disneyland developed two new nighttime spectaculars
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Park demonstrates balance of entertainment and education
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Accommodating allergies and dietary restrictions
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Inside Look gives visitors a transparent look at caregiving
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How the Knott Family created Tennessee’s massive The City Forum FEC
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How FECs can harness retro offerings
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Football museum directors shoot for the goal during the 2022 FIFA World Cup
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Jason Yim of XR Marketing offers insights
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Dubai Holding Entertainment CEO Fernando Eiroa shares details of new attraction exclusively with IAAPA News
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IAAPA Expo 2022 concluded with almost 37,000 registered attendees
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Innovations come to life at IAAPA Expo 2022
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Leaders instrumental in the development of Epcot share their experiences
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The 16th annual 5K run/1-mile walk benefits Give Kids the World
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“Battlegrounds World Agent” to debut spring 2023
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Ensuring all guests are accommodated
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Phasing out unproductive negativity
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Gathering feedback data is essential for success
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The tradition of honoring industry professionals continues in 2022
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Park displays exceptional shows, outstanding theming, and flawless operation
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Ride designers made news at IAAPA Expo
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How to increase revenue and build customer loyalty
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Three notable FECs share their formulas
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Attraction leaders forge a path toward more inclusive experiences
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Carrying on the tradition of running a park
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The who, what, and why of live drills
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Avoiding an attraction’s worst nightmare: an active attacker
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Defining, crafting, and executing immersive experiences
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IAAPA members gather to play and remember a lost friend
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Annual charity event benefits Give Kids The World
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Park calls "surf coaster" new genre of coaster
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Lessons in operations from Expo 2020 Dubai
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The digital content team behind @DisneyParks shares how its videos spark joy
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Qatar’s Doha Quest and Poland’s Mandoria offer guests highly themed indoor park experiences.
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How Phantasialand's team redefined the guest experience
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Video highlights of new products
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Expo taps into the power of social media
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IAAPA Expo Europe offers strategies
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Ideas from IAAPA Expo Europe
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From surf parks to stinky smells, companies share advancements
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Expo attendees tour Chessington World of Adventures
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British family entertainment centers take the spotlight
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Video Preview of IAAPA Expo Europe 2022
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Trade show floor comes together
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IAAPA Expo Europe to continue Sept. 12-15
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A visual look at Phantasialand's newest world
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A look into crowd theory and responding to emergency situations
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Automation and integration can help streamline e-commerce operations
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Zoo, FEC, and haunt attraction operators share tips for spooky celebrations
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How hearing guests out can boost positive experiences
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Attractions can partner with social media influencers to highlight positive guest experiences
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The Toronto Zoo plans for its next 50 years
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A look inside three Brazilian zoos and aquariums that promote engagement through conservation, education, and research
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Zoos are making their facilities accessible, inclusive, and equitable, connecting everyone with the natural world
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The park’s nighttime summer celebration engages guests with vibrant entertainment and F&B offerings
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The Netherlands’ horticultural expo shows how we can transform where and how people live
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Engaging with employees can lead to positive guest service and more revenue for attractions
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Cameras, heat maps, AI, and robots can amplify guest insights and safety
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Riders save the galaxy on Walt Disney World Resort’s newest coaster
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Attractions programs inspire young people to look into future careers in the industry
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Retailers are creating engaging, immersive experiences for shoppers
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Guests live out their own Star Wars story during the immersive two-night experience
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TAIT grows into the themed attractions space with its acquisitions of ITEC and Thinkwell Group
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The springtime festival runs through July 4 at Walt Disney World Resort
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Water slide manufacturers explore ways to make water slides more sustainable, from construction to daily use
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The shift to digital ticketing and payments in the attractions industry is accelerating
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Two attractions industry leaders talk working toward a greener future
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Marco Hartwig of Maurer Rides speaks with Funworld about his background, education, and goals
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Family entertainment centers expand their demographics beyond families
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How Garner Holt is sparking an early interest in the attractions industry 
among students 
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Embracing sustainability can bring challenges and costs, but also opportunities and goodwill
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National Day of Unplugging offers guests the opportunity to enjoy the company of others away from smartphones
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How the attractions industry can attract and engage technical talent
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Herschend Family Entertainment to provide 11,000 employees with free tuition
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Competitive wages and open communication are among strategies to retain staff
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Attractions that take care of their teams’ health and well-being are primed to prosper
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Running Subway, Brogent, and Super 78 partner for Time Square’s “RiseNY” attraction

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The Tampa water park is also transforming its front gate and beach area
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Friends and colleagues share memories of the attractions industry leader
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Walt Disney World commemorates its 50th anniversary with 18-month event

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The seven-story, 300,000-square-foot museum is the largest film culture museum in North America
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Family entertainment centers draw gamers with esports attractions spaces

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Family entertainment center operators look ahead toward 2022  

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Bouza will take over Imagineering as Bob Weis moves to an ambassador role
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Attractions companies share their eco-friendly practices

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Carnival Cruise Line launched its new ship, Mardi Gras, accompanied by the company's first "roller coaster at sea"
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Winston Fisher teases his “Game Changer” presentation and shares details on the Las Vegas AREA15 complex 
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Innovations in surf tech and attractions make riding a wave more accessible
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The biggest generation the world has ever seen will be tech-savvy, global in outlook, and culturally aware

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Parks commemorate notable anniversaries while creating bonds for the future
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Brazilian resorts embrace the ecotourism trend
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How 2022 IAAPA Chairman Ken Whiting sets goals, leads, and inspires
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Charting a pathway through COVID-19 with innovation and resilience 
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Digital connections are the future of attractions marketing
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Throughout October, Jack the Trickster entertains guests with spooky tricks and treats
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Making memorable moments while prioritizing employee and guest safety
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Water Park teams have come together to present their brand-new slides, properties, and other attractions for 2021
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Attractions are reopening—and that means presenting their all-new dark rides, family rides, and shows for 2021
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Attractions teams have come together to present their brand-new roller coasters for 2021
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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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Almost 400 drones, along with music and fireworks, come together for a “symphony of light in the sky."
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Above Italy’s Lake Maggiore, a woodland adventure park welcomes everybody
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Following the opening of “Jurassic World VelociCoaster,” Universal Creative’s Thierry Coup takes Funworld inside the resort’s thrill rides
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The family behind Paultons Park hopes guests’ new love for Tornado Springs brings them lasting success
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Two of Belgium’s best-loved entertainment brands team up for a happiness-inducing attraction
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How attractions can revise their F&B offerings to include plant-based meals
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Designers share future innovations in queue layouts and features
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Wearable RFID bracelets, online ordering, and mobile ticketing empower the recovery
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How attraction lighting can set the mood, enrich a story, and provide a getaway
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New trend in overnight accommodations keeps guests on-site longer
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Experiencing your attraction from a guest’s perspective may open your eyes
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Research shows pent-up consumer demand for attractions
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With locations in the UK, the mini-golf concept is now open in Atlanta
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Universal Studios Japan's new land captures the spirit of one of the world’s most popular video games
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10 ways attractions around the world create inviting environments 
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How to harness artificial intelligence to find summer workers
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Steps attractions can take to maximize efficiency

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HR leaders at U.S. attractions detail their approaches to summer 2021
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How South Africa’s Two Oceans Aquarium keeps staff happy and resilient
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Funworld presents a selection of summer reads rooted in attractions
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Sion, Switzerland, is now home to Alaïa Bay, an outdoor artificial surf pool
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HR professionals share successful contactless hiring elements
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Water World water park will offer 27 attractions when it opens this summer
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Experimental and Numerical Evaluations of Masks and their Ability to Safely Reduce Social Distancing
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Social networking, job fairs, and referrals can help find employees
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Attractions manufacturers and suppliers share insights to keep products fulfilled and in stock
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The Dubai water park breaks records with its new slides and attractions
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Study on Swiss ski resorts offers insights on price developments and strategies
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Theme park expansion restarting in Spring 2021
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“Snorri Snorkling VR” combines snorkeling with a VR headset designed for underwater use
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“Lego Factory Adventure Ride” will feature on-ride tracking technology
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The resort revealed details of a third gated attraction slated to open in 2022
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New management and refocused operations highlight changes
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Attractions can sell branded face masks, hand sanitizer, and more

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Attractions enhance the visitor experience using augmented reality
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Operators and designers share insights on revamping slides and rides
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The Finnish amusement park’s managing director shares how she builds guest service, involves staff in decisions, and grows profitability
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