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Paw Patrol to launch at Chessington with UK’s first themed land opening in 2026
 

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Keeping you up to date with the latest breaking news and events from around the world, welcome to the Planet Attractions daily news feed

Opening in 2026, the UK’s first Paw Patrol-themed land is set to bring Adventure Bay to life at Chessington World of Adventures, offering young families an immersive experience with rides, characters, and themed stays

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New Simworx Helios Experience attraction opens at Portlantis


A new 4D Cinema experience has debuted at the Portlantis visitor centre in the Netherlands.

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“Equity and dignity for all” - Museums come out in support of trans community in response to UK Supreme Court ruling


Several UK museums have come out in support of the trans community, after a UK Supreme Court ruling decreed that the definition of “woman” in regard to equality laws is determined by biological sex rather than gender identity.

Museums and galleries
 

Universal shares 100-year vision for UK resort


Universal’s upcoming UK theme park is the first phase in a century-long plan for the resort, Page Thompson, president of new ventures at Universal Destinations & Experiences, has revealed.

Theme park
 


Supplier Showcase 2025: The biggest attractions projects landing worldwide this year
From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers, dark ride producers and operations specialists, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2025
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Industry insights
         


The world is on fire, so why should we care about cultural heritage?


Heritage
 

Maximising ROI: Revenue strategies for operators


Operations and ticketing
 

Spatial Sound, Immersive Audio: What is it and is it here to stay?


Technology
 

Things you might not know about water slide refurbishment


Waterparks

Video
         


WATCH: ‘Surround yourself in horror’ as Universal’s Horror Unleashed prepares for 2025 debut
 

Giant-8-Loop on show as Maurer Rides heads to Amsterdam for IAAPA Expo Europe




WATCH: Universal Creative shares story behind Epic Universe Preview Center
 

Intamin’s single rail ‘Muhaka’ Hot Racer opens at Walibi Rhone-Alpes




Hyperia: UK’s tallest and fastest rollercoaster now open at Thorpe Park

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Talking heads: What trends will shape the attractions industry over the next decade?


The attractions industry is ever-changing and ever-evolving, with shifts that are both unpredictable and, at times, surprisingly clear.

People


Intelligent thinking: When will conversational AI become the primary form of guest communication?


It’s fair to say that artificial intelligence is a hot topic right now.

Technology


Innovation and expansion: A bumper year in the US for Semnox Solutions


One of the world’s leading technology solutions providers for the entertainment and leisure sector, Semnox Solutions has enjoyed a strong 2024.

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Company profile: FlowRider, Inc.


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Meow Wolf’s Jose Tolosa to step down as CEO, Disney veteran Rebecca Campbell named interim leader
 

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Expedition Odyssey to open at SeaWorld Orlando in May
 

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Disney World to open both water parks for the first time in six years
 

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Attractions.io launches in-app Audio Tours for zoos and museums


Museums and galleries

Sir David Attenborough to host new immersive experience at London’s Natural History Museum
 
STEM
Science Museum Group’s £65m Hawking Building opened to public for first time
 
IP and Brands Lightbulb moment: Industry veterans Anthony Shepherd and Chris Barlow launch new character development studio
 
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Christie projection technology brings Jingchu culture to life in immersive Wuhan attraction

Events

Speaker line-up revealed for IAAPA Honors 2025
 
Culture

Mona Lisa to be permanently relocated as Louvre plans ambitious renovation project
 
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Conductr debuts first-of-its-kind outdoor LED sports arena aboard Norwegian Aqua
 
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Accesso expands offerings with new products and innovations for 2025

Rides

Vekoma Rides expands global operations with new Orlando offices
 
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Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo 2024
 
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Walmart enters virtual world with immersive retail experiences
 
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Polarising Trump administration sees US tourism numbers decline as experts predict ‘dire’ drop

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British Museum criticised after signing record-breaking £50m funding deal with BP


The British Museum has been called “out of touch” and accused of supporting greenwashing after the institution accepted the largest ever corporate donation to the UK arts sector - a £50m (US$63.6m, €57.7m) deal with oil giant BP.

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Paw Patrol to launch at Chessington with UK’s first themed land opening in 2026


Opening in 2026, the UK’s first Paw Patrol-themed land is set to bring Adventure Bay to life at Chessington World of Adventures, offering young families an immersive experience with rides, characters, and themed stays

Theme park


LIVE/ Planet Daily

Keeping you up to date with the latest breaking news and events from around the world, welcome to the Planet Attractions daily news feed




Supplier Showcase 2025: The biggest attractions projects landing worldwide this year
From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers, dark ride producers and operations specialists, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2025
Suppliers



New Simworx Helios Experience attraction opens at Portlantis


Suppliers


“Equity and dignity for all” - Museums come out in support of trans community in response to UK Supreme Court ruling


Several UK museums have come out in support of the trans community, after a UK Supreme Court ruling decreed that the definition of “woman” in regard to equality laws is determined by biological sex rather than gender identity.

Museums and galleries



Universal shares 100-year vision for UK resort


Universal’s upcoming UK theme park is the first phase in a century-long plan for the resort, Page Thompson, president of new ventures at Universal Destinations & Experiences, has revealed.

Theme park

Expedition Odyssey to open at SeaWorld Orlando in May


The SeaWorld Orlando resort in Florida, US, has revealed the opening date for its upcoming Expedition Odyssey attraction.

Theme park

Sir David Attenborough to host new immersive experience at London’s Natural History Museum


British conservationist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough is to host a new immersive experience at London’s Natural History Museum (NHM).

Museums and galleries

Industry insights


The world is on fire, so why should we care about cultural heritage?


Heritage

Maximising ROI: Revenue strategies for operators


Operations and ticketing

Spatial Sound, Immersive Audio: What is it and is it here to stay?


Technology

Things you might not know about water slide refurbishment


Waterparks

Video


WATCH: ‘Surround yourself in horror’ as Universal’s Horror Unleashed prepares for 2025 debut



Giant-8-Loop on show as Maurer Rides heads to Amsterdam for IAAPA Expo Europe





WATCH: Universal Creative shares story behind Epic Universe Preview Center



In Depth


Talking heads: What trends will shape the attractions industry over the next decade?


The attractions industry is ever-changing and ever-evolving, with shifts that are both unpredictable and, at times, surprisingly clear.
People



Intelligent thinking: When will conversational AI become the primary form of guest communication?


It’s fair to say that artificial intelligence is a hot topic right now.

Technology



Innovation and expansion: A bumper year in the US for Semnox Solutions


One of the world’s leading technology solutions providers for the entertainment and leisure sector, Semnox Solutions has enjoyed a strong 2024.

Suppliers



Company profiles


Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.



Company profile: Triotech



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Sector news


Visitor attractions

Meow Wolf’s Jose Tolosa to step down as CEO, Disney veteran Rebecca Campbell named interim leader




Theme parks

Universal Helios Grand Hotel debuts at Epic Universe ahead of landmark opening




Waterparks
Disney World to open both water parks for the first time in six years



Animal Attractions


Attractions.io launches in-app Audio Tours for zoos and museums




Museums and galleries

British Museum once again UK’s most visited attraction



STEM
Science Museum Group’s £65m Hawking Building opened to public for first time



IP and Brands Lightbulb moment: Industry veterans Anthony Shepherd and Chris Barlow launch new character development studio


Heritage
Christie projection technology brings Jingchu culture to life in immersive Wuhan attraction



Events

Speaker line-up revealed for IAAPA Honors 2025



Culture

Mona Lisa to be permanently relocated as Louvre plans ambitious renovation project



Cruise

Conductr debuts first-of-its-kind outdoor LED sports arena aboard Norwegian Aqua



Technology

Accesso expands offerings with new products and innovations for 2025



Rides

Vekoma Rides expands global operations with new Orlando offices



Operations and ticketing

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Food and beverage

Museum of Ice Cream teams up with major brands including Dippin’ Dots to offer sprinkle pools and free ice cream at pop-ups worldwide



Tourism

Polarising Trump administration sees US tourism numbers decline as experts predict ‘dire’ drop



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