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US’s oldest African American museum reopens following major works
 

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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

The Hampton University Museum has reopened following a major revitalisation, with the museum now featuring expanded galleries, new exhibits, and an updated collection that highlights African American, African, and Indigenous art

Museums and galleries
 



Three men convicted in massive art theft conspiracy


Three men have been convicted following a large-scale, 20-year conspiracy to steal major artwork, memorabilia, and other valuable items from museums and institutions across the United States.

Museums and galleries
 

Natural History Museum to launch new permanent gallery in April


London’s Natural History Museum has announced the opening of a new permanent gallery - the first to open at the iconic institution since 2016.

Museums and galleries
 

Universal seeks UK trademark for proposed theme park venture


Universal Studios has officially registered a trademark application in the UK, signaling the next step in its intentions to expand into the European market.

Theme park
 


Intelligent thinking: When will conversational AI become the primary form of guest communication?
Promising human-like interactions, real-time support, and personalised experiences for visitors, conversational AI is the new hot topic when it comes to visitor attractions. But with something so new and groundbreaking, there are always going to be sceptics. With its new AI Assistant launched at IAAPA Expo, Attractions.io’s Mark Locker and Peter O’Dare spoke to Planet Attractions about what AI truly has to offer the sector...
Technology

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


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


Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo Europe 2024


IAAPA Expo Europe is headed to the Netherlands, with the premier event for the EMEA region’s attractions and leisure industries returning to Amsterdam for its 2024 edition.

Events

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Company profile: accesso® Technology Group


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Bluey joins Disney attractions roster with cruise line debut
 

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Indoor family launch coaster Aquila opens at Mandoria
 

Waterparks
Endless Surf highlights major launches following breakout year
 

Animal Attractions


Berlin Zoo reopens following foot and mouth outbreak


Museums and galleries

Mona Lisa to be permanently relocated as Louvre plans ambitious renovation project
 
STEM
Science Museum Group’s £65m Hawking Building opened to public for first time
 
IP and Brands British Museum to reimagine identity with launch of rebranding project
 
Heritage
National Lottery Community Fund warns against AI use in funding applications

Events

DEAL set for 31st edition this April as attractions market continues to boom
 
Culture

Deadpool and Wolverine’s ‘Welshpool’ goes on display at Wrexham football club
 
Cruise

Disney Cruise Line announces four new ships by 2031 alongside upcoming Hercules and Moana shows
 
Technology

Christie unveils world-first high-brightness hybrid RGB pure laser and laser phosphor projector

Rides

Happy Holidays from Planet Attractions
 
Food and beverage

Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo 2024
 
Operations and ticketing

Walmart enters virtual world with immersive retail experiences
 
Tourism

Dominican Republic launches immersive experience in New York’s Times Square

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It takes a village: How to increase spending and social reach through micro-influencing with Attractions.io


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US’s oldest African American museum reopens following major works


The Hampton University Museum has reopened following a major revitalisation, with the museum now featuring expanded galleries, new exhibits, and an updated collection that highlights African American, African, and Indigenous art

Museums and galleries


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




Intelligent thinking: When will conversational AI become the primary form of guest communication?
Promising human-like interactions, real-time support, and personalised experiences for visitors, conversational AI is the new hot topic when it comes to visitor attractions. But with something so new and groundbreaking, there are always going to be sceptics. With its new AI Assistant launched at IAAPA Expo, Attractions.io’s Mark Locker and Peter O’Dare spoke to Planet Attractions about what AI truly has to offer the sector...
Technology



Three men convicted in massive art theft conspiracy


Museums and galleries


Natural History Museum to launch new permanent gallery in April


London’s Natural History Museum has announced the opening of a new permanent gallery - the first to open at the iconic institution since 2016.

Museums and galleries



Universal seeks UK trademark for proposed theme park venture


Universal Studios has officially registered a trademark application in the UK, signaling the next step in its intentions to expand into the European market.

Theme park

Bluey joins Disney attractions roster with cruise line debut


The global phenomenon that is Bluey has made its Disney attractions debut, with the IP making its way to the Disney Cruise Line at the start of 2025.

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Indoor family launch coaster Aquila opens at Mandoria


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Rides

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



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



Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo Europe 2024


IAAPA Expo Europe is headed to the Netherlands, with the premier event for the EMEA region’s attractions and leisure industries returning to Amsterdam for its 2024 edition.

Events



Company profiles


Company profile: DEAL - Dubai Entertainment Amusement and Leisure Expo



Company profile: accesso® Technology Group



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Christie unveils world-first high-brightness hybrid RGB pure laser and laser phosphor projector




Theme parks

Epic Universe takes first steps with launch of Stella Nova Resort




Waterparks
Endless Surf highlights major launches following breakout year



Animal Attractions


Berlin Zoo reopens following foot and mouth outbreak




Museums and galleries

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



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



IP and Brands British Museum to reimagine identity with launch of rebranding project


Heritage
National Lottery Community Fund warns against AI use in funding applications



Events

DEAL set for 31st edition this April as attractions market continues to boom



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Deadpool and Wolverine’s ‘Welshpool’ goes on display at Wrexham football club



Cruise

Disney Cruise Line announces four new ships by 2031 alongside upcoming Hercules and Moana shows



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Happy Holidays from Planet Attractions



Operations and ticketing

Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo 2024



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

Dominican Republic launches immersive experience in New York’s Times Square



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