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Walmart enters virtual world with immersive retail experiences
 

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Walmart has promised a glimpse into the future of shopping, with the global retailer announcing plans to create “immersive commerce experiences” for its customers

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ETF Ride Systems presents Dynamic Mover technology


ETF Ride Systems is one of the biggest players in the dark ride industry. The company is mostly known for their high-quality and reliable ride systems, of which the trackless variant is the most popular. ETF recently announced an expansion of their portfolio with a new addition: the Dynamic Mover. The company invited Dark Ride Database to visit their factory and be the first to experience this brand-new technology.

Rides
 

Jora Vision, Vekoma, Zamperla and more unite for Bommelwereld indoor theme park project


A new indoor theme park is currently under development in the Netherlands, with Bommelwereld set to open to the public in 2025.

Suppliers
 

Industry leaders join IAAPA’s Global Board for 2025


IAAPA has elected six new members to its Global Board for 2025, with a selection of senior industry leaders stepping up to oversee the organisation’s strategic priorities, annual business plans and finances.

People
 

Interview
Interactive indulgence: Alterface’s Stephane Battaille on bringing Cadbury World’s new interactive chocolate-themed dark ride to life
Cadbury World is in the midst of a multi-million-pound investment from its new owner, Merlin Entertainments. Alterface’s Stephane Battaille explains how one of the attraction’s biggest investments - Cadbury Chocolate Quest - was brought to life
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: Universal Creative shares story behind Epic Universe Preview Center
 

Disneyland Paris renames park ahead of €2bn expansion




WATCH: Steve Drake on accesso’s expanding portfolio
 

WATCH: Intamin’s Lukas Spieldiener on company’s immersive projects




WATCH: Julie Kline on ADG, EpicSurf and company’s development pipeline

In-depth
         


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


Honest comedy: TikTok’s viral town reviewer Phil Carr is turning his focus to attractions


A content creator who went viral producing tongue-in-cheek reviews of towns and businesses in the UK has turned his eye to the world of attractions.

People


Hole in One: How Holovis is changing the game with 360Golf


Since debuting its 360Golf concept at the 2021 edition of IAAPA Expo, the product has been received extremely well by both the public and attractions operators.

Suppliers

Company Profiles
         


Company profile: Brogent Technologies, Inc.



Company profile: Vekoma Rides Manufacturing B.V.



Company profile: BoldMove Nation


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Sector news
         


Visitor attractions

‘Finally’: Jakob Wahl on IAAPA Expo’s move to the Middle East
 

Theme parks

UK Theme Park Awards highlight best in class for Britain’s top attractions
 

Waterparks
WhiteWater celebrates landmark with product and project showcase
 

Animal Attractions


Thai zoo urges visitors to behave after baby hippo Moo Deng goes viral


Museums and galleries

Miirage creates holographic experience for Melbourne Museum’s landmark T-Rex exhibition
 
STEM
London’s Science Museum cuts ties with oil giant Equinor for failing to meet climate goals
 
IP and Brands Blenheim Palace announces Bridgerton Experiences
 
Heritage
Fifty World Heritage sites will be lost by 2050 thanks to climate change, say experts

Events

IAAPA announces first-time IAAPA Expo Middle East as IAAPA Expo Europe opens for 2024
 
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

Valo Motion to showcase three new mixed-reality games at IAAPA Expo Europe

Rides

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

Connect&GO strengthens leadership team with three new appointments
 
Tourism

Saudi Arabia to host landmark test flight of Halo Space

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Disney’s Cinderella Castle undergoes magical makeover for Magic Kingdom’s landmark anniversary


The Cinderella Castle at Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Orlando, Florida, has undergone the first phase of an ‘Ear-idescent’ makeover, ahead of the park’s fiftieth anniversary later this year.

Theme park


Chicago Museum of Science and Industry welcomes Universal Creative's David Woody as vice president and chief creative officer


David Woody is joining Chicago's Museum of Science and Industry (MSI), after being named the institution's vice president and chief creative officer.

Museums and galleries


IAAPA 2021: Simworx to showcase recent projects


Simworx will be exhibiting at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida, where the dynamic attractions specialist will be profiling several of its latest projects.

Suppliers



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Walmart enters virtual world with immersive retail experiences


Walmart has promised a glimpse into the future of shopping, with the global retailer announcing plans to create “immersive commerce experiences” for its customers

Technology


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



Interview
Interactive indulgence: Alterface’s Stephane Battaille on bringing Cadbury World’s new interactive chocolate-themed dark ride to life
Cadbury World is in the midst of a multi-million-pound investment from its new owner, Merlin Entertainments. Alterface’s Stephane Battaille explains how one of the attraction’s biggest investments - Cadbury Chocolate Quest - was brought to life
Suppliers



ETF Ride Systems presents Dynamic Mover technology


Rides


Jora Vision, Vekoma, Zamperla and more unite for Bommelwereld indoor theme park project


A new indoor theme park is currently under development in the Netherlands, with Bommelwereld set to open to the public in 2025.

Suppliers



Industry leaders join IAAPA’s Global Board for 2025


IAAPA has elected six new members to its Global Board for 2025, with a selection of senior industry leaders stepping up to oversee the organisation’s strategic priorities, annual business plans and finances.

People

UK Theme Park Awards highlight best in class for Britain’s top attractions


More than 360,000 people had their say in this year’s UK Theme Park Awards, with a record public vote seeing Thorpe Park crowned Theme Park of the Year, while Hyperia was named the Best New Attraction for 2024.

Events

‘Finally’: Jakob Wahl on IAAPA Expo’s move to the Middle East


“Finally. That was the word I heard from many - finally - this was overdue.”

Events

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: Universal Creative shares story behind Epic Universe Preview Center



Disneyland Paris renames park ahead of €2bn expansion





WATCH: Steve Drake on accesso’s expanding portfolio



In Depth


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



Honest comedy: TikTok’s viral town reviewer Phil Carr is turning his focus to attractions


A content creator who went viral producing tongue-in-cheek reviews of towns and businesses in the UK has turned his eye to the world of attractions.

People



Hole in One: How Holovis is changing the game with 360Golf


Since debuting its 360Golf concept at the 2021 edition of IAAPA Expo, the product has been received extremely well by both the public and attractions operators.

Suppliers



Company profiles


Company profile: Endless Surf



Company profile: Convious



Company profile: BoldMove Nation



Sector news


Visitor attractions

WhiteWater celebrates landmark with product and project showcase




Theme parks

UK Theme Park Awards head to Thorpe Park for 2024 edition




Waterparks
Trio of Six Flags waterparks to receive major investment as part of 2025 expansion plans



Animal Attractions


Thai zoo urges visitors to behave after baby hippo Moo Deng goes viral




Museums and galleries

Miirage creates holographic experience for Melbourne Museum’s landmark T-Rex exhibition



STEM
London’s Science Museum cuts ties with oil giant Equinor for failing to meet climate goals



IP and Brands Blenheim Palace announces Bridgerton Experiences


Heritage
Fifty World Heritage sites will be lost by 2050 thanks to climate change, say experts



Events

IAAPA announces first-time IAAPA Expo Middle East as IAAPA Expo Europe opens for 2024



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

Valo Motion to showcase three new mixed-reality games at IAAPA Expo Europe



Rides

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



Operations and ticketing

Connect&GO strengthens leadership team with three new appointments



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

Saudi Arabia to host landmark test flight of Halo Space



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