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EXCLUSIVE: Cirque du Soleil’s Daniel Lamarre on diving into new territory with LUDŌ submersive experience
 

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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

“We have to surprise the public all the time” - Cirque du Soleil’s Daniel Lamarre speaks exclusively to Planet Attractions about LUDŌ, a groundbreaking new dinner show set to debut at VidantaWorld Mexico this December

People
 



Universal seeks UK suppliers for Bedford theme park resort


Universal Destinations & Experiences has issued a call for UK businesses to register interest in becoming suppliers for its proposed theme park resort in Bedfordshire.

Theme park
 

Kim Sajet steps down as director of National Portrait Gallery following Trump’s firing attempt


Kim Sajet has resigned from her post as director of The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in Washington two weeks after President Donald Trump called for her dismissal on social media.

Museums and galleries
 

Delayed £100m Eden Project Morecambe sets sights on 2028 opening


The Eden Project Morecambe, a £100m (US$136m, €117m) ecotourism attraction in Lancashire, UK, will open in 2028, project director John Pye has revealed.

Tourism
 


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

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

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: Scruffy Dog Creative Group



Company profile: Brand Licensing Europe



Company profile: accesso® Technology Group


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Visitor attractions

Aztlán Parque Urbano unveils ‘Vuela México Por El Mundo’ with Brogent Technologies
 

Theme parks

Dollywood marks 40 years with drone spectacular by Dronisos
 

Waterparks
WhiteWater unveils over 60 global openings for 2025 across waterparks, resorts, and cruise lines
 

Animal Attractions


Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo reopens reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride


Museums and galleries

Tate Liverpool targets 2027 reopening after £12m UK government boost
 
STEM
Science Museum Group’s £65m Hawking Building opened to public for first time
 
IP and Brands Chicago’s Field Museum set to host Pokémon Fossil exhibition for first time outside of Japan
 
Heritage
Christie projection technology brings Jingchu culture to life in immersive Wuhan attraction

Events

Public nominations open for UK Theme Park Awards 2025
 
Culture

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

Disney Cruise Line reveals ‘heroes and villains’ experiences on Disney Destiny, ahead of maiden sailing in November
 
Technology

Brogent announces Godzilla flying theatre experience

Rides

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster to permanently close at Universal Studios Florida in August
 
Food and beverage

Dolly Parton to launch third Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Florida this June
 
Operations and ticketing

Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo 2024
 
Tourism

Adventures by Disney announces 2026 Tours to Switzerland and Greece

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IAAPA Europe Expo returns with in-person event in Barcelona


The IAAPA Expo Europe is heading to Barcelona, Spain, for its first in-person event in more than a year.

Events


WhiteWater names Baptiste Caulonque and Andrew Thatcher to key positions within Endless Surf division


Offering decades of experience in surf, WhiteWater has looked to the waves for the latest additions to its Endless Surf business, appointing two life-long surfers to key positions within the company’s ever-expanding workforce.

Waterparks


Vinwonders Nha Trang reopens expanded Tropical Paradise waterpark


A major waterpark in Vietnam has reopened following an expansion, with Polin supplying the attraction’s interactive waterslides and rides.

Waterparks



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Top Stories

EXCLUSIVE: Cirque du Soleil’s Daniel Lamarre on diving into new territory with LUDŌ submersive experience


“We have to surprise the public all the time” - Cirque du Soleil’s Daniel Lamarre speaks exclusively to Planet Attractions about LUDŌ, a groundbreaking new dinner show set to debut at VidantaWorld Mexico this December

People


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



Universal seeks UK suppliers for Bedford theme park resort


Theme park


Kim Sajet steps down as director of National Portrait Gallery following Trump’s firing attempt


Kim Sajet has resigned from her post as director of The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery in Washington two weeks after President Donald Trump called for her dismissal on social media.

Museums and galleries



Delayed £100m Eden Project Morecambe sets sights on 2028 opening


The Eden Project Morecambe, a £100m (US$136m, €117m) ecotourism attraction in Lancashire, UK, will open in 2028, project director John Pye has revealed.

Tourism

Dollywood marks 40 years with drone spectacular by Dronisos


Dronisos, a leader in drone entertainment, has created a new nighttime spectacle for Dollywood in celebration of the Tennessee theme park’s fortieth anniversary.

Suppliers

Tate Liverpool targets 2027 reopening after £12m UK government boost


Tate Liverpool could reopen as early as 2027 after receiving a £12m (US$16.3m, €14.2m) investment from the UK’s Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) for an ambitious renovation project that saw the gallery close to the public almost two years ago.

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: Fireworks Trade Media - Theme Park Vietnam



Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.



Company profile: Holovis



Sector news


Visitor attractions

Aztlán Parque Urbano unveils ‘Vuela México Por El Mundo’ with Brogent Technologies




Theme parks

Disney World reveals first look at upcoming Cars-themed expansion at Magic Kingdom




Waterparks
WhiteWater unveils over 60 global openings for 2025 across waterparks, resorts, and cruise lines



Animal Attractions


Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo reopens reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride




Museums and galleries

Wales’ Lloyd George Museum reopens following £280,000 redesign



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



IP and Brands Chicago’s Field Museum set to host Pokémon Fossil exhibition for first time outside of Japan


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



Events

Public nominations open for UK Theme Park Awards 2025



Culture

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



Cruise

Disney Cruise Line reveals ‘heroes and villains’ experiences on Disney Destiny, ahead of maiden sailing in November



Technology

Brogent announces Godzilla flying theatre experience



Rides

Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit rollercoaster to permanently close at Universal Studios Florida in August



Operations and ticketing

Everything you need to know about IAAPA Expo 2024



Food and beverage

Dolly Parton to launch third Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Florida this June



Tourism

Adventures by Disney announces 2026 Tours to Switzerland and Greece



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