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

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Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo has reopened its reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride, merging two former attractions into a single immersive underwater journey

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


WhiteWater, a leading waterpark manufacturer, has revealed details of more than 60 new project openings worldwide in 2025. Spanning six continents, these openings include indoor and outdoor waterparks, hotels, resorts, and cruise ships.

Waterparks
 

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


A popular exhibition combining Pokémon and real-life dinosaurs is coming to North America for the first time.

IP and Brands
 

Endless Surf to power Florida’s first surf park to open in 2026


Florida’s first surf park will open to the public in 2026, with Endless Surf technology set to be utilised in the groundbreaking attraction.

Waterparks
 


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

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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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DEAL to kick off 2026 global amusement industry calendar with February show
 

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Authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati: Disney partners with Miral on first theme park resort in the Middle East
 

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

Animal Attractions


Expedition Odyssey to open at SeaWorld Orlando in May


Museums and galleries

“Equity and dignity for all” - Museums come out in support of trans community in response to UK Supreme Court ruling
 
STEM
Science Museum Group’s £65m Hawking Building opened to public for first time
 
IP and Brands Dolly Parton to launch third Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show in Florida this June
 
Heritage
Christie projection technology brings Jingchu culture to life in immersive Wuhan attraction

Events

TEA and Licensing International announce strategic partnership
 
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

SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride comes to Turkey’s Land of Legends
 
Food and beverage

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

Walmart enters virtual world with immersive retail experiences
 
Tourism

Adventures by Disney announces 2026 Tours to Switzerland and Greece

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PIF’s Seven to develop world’s first Play-Doh attractions in partnership with Hasbro


Seven, the attractions development company owned by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF), has announced a new licensing partnership with toy manufacturer Hasbro that will see the creation of the world’s first Play-Doh-themed entertainment centres.

IP and Brands


London’s Whitechapel Gallery reaches milestone as historic institution celebrates 120th anniversary


The Whitechapel Gallery, a historic art gallery in London, UK, has celebrated a landmark 120 years today (March 12).

Culture


UK museums workers join public sector strike


Museum and heritage workers are among the thousands of UK civil servants walking out of their jobs today (March 15), in protest against low pay and other working conditions.

Museums and galleries



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


Grand Aquarium de Saint-Malo has reopened its reimagined Expédition Nautibus dark ride, merging two former attractions into a single immersive underwater journey

Suppliers


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



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


Waterparks


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


A popular exhibition combining Pokémon and real-life dinosaurs is coming to North America for the first time.

IP and Brands



Endless Surf to power Florida’s first surf park to open in 2026


Florida’s first surf park will open to the public in 2026, with Endless Surf technology set to be utilised in the groundbreaking attraction.

Waterparks

DEAL to kick off 2026 global amusement industry calendar with February show


The Dubai Entertainment, Amusement and Leisure (DEAL) show will kick off the 2026 calendar for the global amusement sector, with the event set to take place in February next year.

Events

Brogent announces Godzilla flying theatre experience


Brogent Technologies has partnered with Japanese entertainment company Toho Co to develop a brand new flying theatre experience based on the iconic Godzilla IP.

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



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: Holovis



Company profile: Convious



Company profile: Christie Digital



Sector news


Visitor attractions

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




Theme parks

Authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati: Disney partners with Miral on first theme park resort in the Middle East




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



Animal Attractions


Expedition Odyssey to open at SeaWorld Orlando in May




Museums and galleries

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



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



IP and Brands TEA and Licensing International announce strategic partnership


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

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



Technology

Semnox enhances Cairo’s Monkey Maze with advanced venue management solutions



Rides

SpongeBob’s Crazy Carnival Ride comes to Turkey’s Land of Legends



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

Adventures by Disney announces 2026 Tours to Switzerland and Greece



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