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Disney is celebrating 100 years with an adult-oriented immersive experience coming to London, Berlin and Paris in 2023
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Jan 2023 |
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Disney’s Lunar New Year Celebrations have made a triumphant return to the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, US.
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 25 Jan 2023 |
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A new report from financial market specialist
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jan 2023 |
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Disney is facing criticism from a high-profile investor that is unusual in the business world: that it is squeezing money out of its theme park customers.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Jan 2023 |
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Nike chair and Disney director Mark Parker is set to succeed Susan Arnold as Disney’s new chairman
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Jan 2023 |
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A ride under construction for more than five years thanks to the pandemic, Tron Lightcycle / Run is nearing completion with the attraction finally given an official opening date.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Jan 2023 |
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Disney is introducing a number of consumer-friendly changes to its US parks, including an increase on the number of days its lowest-priced ticket will be available and increased access for annual passholders
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Jan 2023 |
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It’s a new year with old records just waiting to be broken by some incredible new projects. Here are twelve blockbuster rollercoaster openings for the coming year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jan 2023 |
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Disney CEO Bob Iger told hybrid employees on Monday (January 9) that they must return to corporate offices four days a week.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jan 2023 |
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A new version of Amazon’s Alexa digital voice assistant will come complete with Disney branding and the ability to work alongside the operator’s MagicBand+ technology
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Jan 2023 |
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Dec 2022 |
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A new museum dedicated to Broadway has opened its doors in New York City.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Dec 2022 |
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Ken Griffin, CEO of multinational hedge fund and financial services company Citadel, has given 10,000 members of staff and their families a trip to Disney World.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Dec 2022 |
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Following Bob Iger’s unexpected and sudden return to Disney last month, the company’s chief financial officer Christine McCarthy has emerged as a leading contender to eventually take over the attraction’s industry’s top job.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Dec 2022 |
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Disney has announced that Splash Mountain will close its doors in January ahead of a refurbishment and retheming that will take out references to the controversial
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Dec 2022 |
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Disney Parks has teamed up with the Russell Innovation Center for Entrepreneurs (RICE) to introduce a supply chain accelerator programme focused on transforming the businesses of diverse entrepreneurs
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2022 |
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A sculpture famously part of Banksy’s Dismaland is about to be auctioned off with half the proceeds going to aid the refugees depicted in the art work.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2022 |
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Shanghai Disneyland has been temporarily shut down once again thanks to Covid-19 protocols in China.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Nov 2022 |
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Real Madrid’s president Florentino Perez worked with a team of Disney executives including former CEO Michael Eisner on a plan to turn the world-famous football club into a theme park
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Nov 2022 |
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Nov 2022 |
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A report from The Wall Street Journal has suggested that Bob Iger, who this week was reappointed as Disney CEO, disapproved of a number of decisions made by his successor and now also predecessor, Bob Chapek.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Nov 2022 |
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Dronisos is seeking partners in the US following a successful year, which saw the company serve as a technology partner for Disneyland Paris
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Nov 2022 |
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The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has recognised Futuroscope’s Chasseurs de Tornades (Tornado Chaser) with a Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Nov 2022 |
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More than 36,000 people travelled to Orlando in November for the annual spectacular known as IAAPA Expo. Planet Attractions was in attendance
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Nov 2022 |
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The attractions industry and wider attractions community has paid tribute to the legendary Alberto Zamperla following his death last week aged 71
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Nov 2022 |
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In a shocking move, Disney has reappointed Bob Iger as CEO, effective immediately, as Bob Chapek is ousted after less than three years in the role
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Nov 2022 |
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We're in a packed theatre for this year's Legends Panel, talking Epcot and creativity with Rick Rothschild, Bob Weiss, Jodi McLaughlin, Kartika Rodriguez and panel host Bob Rogers.
16 Nov 2022 |
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IAAPA has unveiled the list of finalists for its prestigious Brass Ring Awards, with winners to be announced during a special ceremony at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Nov 2022 |
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The 2022 edition of IAAPA will see experience and attraction design firm Scruffy Dog return to the trade show floor for the first time since 2017
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2022 |
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Industry legends Joan Ganz Cooney, Xavier Lopez Ancona, Darrell Metzger and Dennis Speigel are all set to be inducted into IAAPA’s prestigious Hall of Fame at this month’s IAAPA Expo
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2022 |
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Visitors to Shanghai Disney were shut inside the park, with people not allowed to leave the popular theme park until they were able to show a negative Covid test.
01 Nov 2022 |
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Disney World’s Blizzard Beach waterpark will reopen to the public next month with new Frozen additions following a lengthy refurbishment
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Oct 2022 |
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Creative firm Zeitgeist Design and Production is behind three of this year’s haunted houses at Hersheypark’s Halloween spectacular Dark Nights
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Oct 2022 |
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A world-first theme and waterpark utilising Sony IPs has opened its doors in Pattaya, Thailand
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Oct 2022 |
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AVIXA produces a number of popular events around the world, including InfoComm and Integrated Systems Europe. The organisation's regional manager for the UK and Ireland, Ben Barnard, spoke to Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2022 |
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Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea are set to reduce annual visitor numbers by 20% by 2024 - a major shift in emphasis for the park to provide greater customer satisfaction from less congestion and shorter wait times for attractions.
04 Oct 2022 |
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A panel of industry legends will share their stories about the creation and evolution of Disney’s Epcot at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Sep 2022 |
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More than a foot of rain fell overnight in Orange County last night with winds of up to 80mph, according to reports, with Disney World, Universal and other major theme parks in the area affected by the weather event.
29 Sep 2022 |
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Katapult brought its entire team down to this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe in London. The company’s creative strategist, Kelly Herrick, spoke to Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Sep 2022 |
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Vantage announced the launch of The Joy Economy at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe. Planet Attractions spoke to the Whitewater division’s new president, Michael Jungen, about the campaign and what he hopes to deliver with the technology
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Sep 2022 |
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After initially monitoring the approach of Hurricane Ian, Florida’s major theme parks have all taken the decision to close for both today (September 28) and Thursday (September 29).
28 Sep 2022 |
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As Florida prepares for the arrival of Hurricane Ian, here’s how the state’s theme parks are handling the situation
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Sep 2022 |
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Leading drone entertainment specialist Dronisos has confirmed that Disneyland Paris’ has extended the run of its DLight daily show for an additional 12 months.
13 Sep 2022 |
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IAAPA Expo Europe is coming to London this September. Here’s everything you need to know about the event
Tom Anstey & Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2022 |
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OCT Group has debuted a first-of-its-kind attraction at its new Fabland Valley Resort in China. Triotech’s Ernest Yale and Nol van Genuchten speak to Planet Attractions about the exciting new multi-path dark ride, how it came to be and what it could mean for future attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2022 |
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The multi-million-euros project will enable PortAventura to get one-third of its annual energy from clean electricity, and should be ready to power the park by the end of the year
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 30 Aug 2022 |
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As well as multi-sensory, playful and colourful installations, the attraction has a café, bar and retail store
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 29 Aug 2022 |
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Disney has shared the latest update in its ongoing overhaul of Epcot - a brand new Moana attraction inspired by water.
26 Aug 2022 |
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Disney’s Big Thunder Mountain is about to get the Hollywood treatment with the classic ride set to be turned into its own feature film.
17 Aug 2022 |
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Bob Chapek has been questioned about anger on social media over increasing park prices with the Disney CEO telling
11 Aug 2022 |
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SeaWorld, Cedar Fair and Universal have all experienced strong second quarters with the operators also revealing some hints as to what’s coming for each in the near future
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Aug 2022 |
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Whispering Canyon Café, an eatery located inside Disney’s Wilderness Lodge at the Disney World resort, offers a unique dining experience for its visitors.
01 Aug 2022 |
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While Shangai Disney Resort has not revealed an opening date for its Zootopia attraction, the immersive land is coming together with new images showing skyscrapers being lifted into the park for installation.
27 Jul 2022 |
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Following news that Mickey Mouse - the mascot of Disney and an icon of the entertainment giant’s theme parks - could soon follow in the footsteps of Winnie the Pooh and become public domain in 2024, the future of the mouse’s likeness has been revealed, and it’s good news for Disney.
26 Jul 2022 |
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Disneyland’s Finding Nemo attraction has undergone a complete renovation, with the new attraction reopening to the public after a year-long closure
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Jul 2022 |
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Disney is about to launch its upgraded MagicBand+, with the wearable technology offering a host of new features for visitors
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Jul 2022 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jul 2022 |
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Planet Attractions travelled to Belgium recently to meet Peter van der Schans, IAAPA’s new executive director and vice president for the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region. Here’s what he had to say
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jul 2022 |
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The Avengers have assembled, this time in Paris for the launch of Avengers Campus at Disneyland Paris with stars Brie Larson, Pom Klementieff and Iman Vellani (and even Bob Chapek) all on-hand for the spectacular opening event
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jul 2022 |
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Actor and former professional wrestler Dave Bautista took a trip to Epcot this week, with Drax the Destroyer himself taking a ride on Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind.
12 Jul 2022 |
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It’s back! Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Jul 2022 |
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Following its official christening yesterday, Disney Cruise Line has released new imagery from the ceremony, celebrating the landmark launch.
01 Jul 2022 |
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The Disney Wish will soon set sail with visitors on board following a special christening event in Port Canaveral, Florida
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jun 2022 |
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After months of speculation, Disney has extended the contract of Bob Chapek, with the company CEO set to stay at its head until at least 2025
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Jun 2022 |
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Navigating through the pandemic and handling operations not only in parks, but across all of Disney’s various outlets, stepping into Bob Iger’s shoes has not been an easy task for Bob Chapek.
27 Jun 2022 |
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The new Finding Nemo production opened at Animal Kingdom in early June and features a new script and set design
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Jun 2022 |
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Shanghai is awaiting the full reopening of Shanghai Disney Resort, and a return to normality in general by the end of June, with a partial reopening this week signalling the first steps towards that goal in the Chinese city.
17 Jun 2022 |
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During a traditional maritime ceremony held yesterday (June 9) in Bremerhaven, Germany, Disney Cruise Line (DCL) took delivery of its newest ship, the Disney Wish.
10 Jun 2022 |
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You might remember a few months ago a cleverly-edited video made it look like the Spider-Man animatronic at Avengers Campus had crashed into a wall. Well, you no longer need the edited version, as Peter Parker really did endure a crash landing, causing some damage to Avengers Campus in the process.
10 Jun 2022 |
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With Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind now open at Walt Disney World, Disney has released a behind-the-scenes look at how the attraction and its special scenes have been brought to life
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2022 |
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Shanghai Disney Resort has said that it will reopen some retail and park areas from Friday but the main Disneyland park, Disneytown and its two resort hotels will remain closed until further notice.
09 Jun 2022 |
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Thank You Walt Disney, Inc has launched a virtual tour of Walt Disney’s historic Laugh-O-Gram Studio, with the historic animation site set to open to the public following work in Q4 2023
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jun 2022 |
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Anika Noni Rose, who voiced Tiana in the 2009 hit, revealed that The Princess and the Frog ride could open in 2024 during an appearance on US morning show Live with Kelly and Ryan
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Jun 2022 |
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Staffing struggles following pandemic cutbacks continue to cause issues for a number of industries, especially the visitor attractions industry, which is now having to deal with larger crowds following restricted audiences for the last two years.
06 Jun 2022 |
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A new report from
06 Jun 2022 |
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The cartoon twins are popular in Malaysia and Indonesia, and will be used as the IP for the proposed attraction
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 01 Jun 2022 |
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Actor Chris Evans has revealed that starting tomorrow (May 20th), guests visiting Disney’s Hollywood Studios at the Disney World Resort will be able to get an early look at scenes from Disney and Pixar’s newest sci-fi adventure,
19 May 2022 |
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How do you develop a POS system that caters to both digital natives and the generation before them? Convious’s Miendu Dang has the answers
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2022 |
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Returning this Autumn, Disney Cruise Line’s Halloween on the High Seas will include new one-of-a-kind Halloween experiences
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2022 |
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Following the RWS acquisition of The Experience Department, Planet Attractions travelled to ted HQ to meet RWS CEO Ryan Stana and ted CEO Robin Breese-Davies to see what’s next following the landmark deal
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 May 2022 |
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The Delaware Museum of Nature and Science is set to reopen on May 23 following an extensive renovation
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 May 2022 |
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Former Disney man Michael Jungen has taken up a new position as the president of WhiteWater’s Vantage division.
11 May 2022 |
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What can the House of Gucci movie teach us about sustainability? WhiteWater’s Una de Boer tells all
Une de Boer | WhiteWater | 09 May 2022 |
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Leaders in the themed entertainment industry gathered last month for the return of TEA Summit and Thea Awards Gala for the first time in two years. Christine Kerr on behalf of the TEA and Nicole Sangster from Thea Award recipients Simworx both report on the event
Planet Attractions | 05 May 2022 |
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Lin-Manuel Miranda says that Disney’s Imagineers ‘are on it’ when it comes to the development of a new Encanto attraction for Disney’s theme parks
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 May 2022 |
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Disney has parted ways with its head of corporate affairs, following a turbulent few months for the company in terms of public relations.
03 May 2022 |
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As part of its continued transformation, Disney World’s Epcot has officially opened Connections Café - a new addition promising a unique dining experience for its visitors.
27 Apr 2022 |
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Tarzan’s Treehouse at Disneyland in California, US, is set to get a complete overhaul for the second time in its 59-year history, with the attraction to be rethemed with a new IP in 2022.
25 Apr 2022 |
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While Florida's governor Ron DeSantis may have targetted Disney last week with a bill that sees the company lose control of its ability to self-govern its theme parks and resorts in the state, hundreds of millions of dollars in tax breaks recently lavished on the entertainment giant will reportedly remain untouched.
25 Apr 2022 |
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The Hettema Group and Themespace are to combine their talents to form a single independent creative studio known as THG
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Apr 2022 |
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With Hong Kong’s worst outbreak of Covid-19 finally starting to subside, authorities have relaxed pandemic restrictions, meaning that Disneyland and Ocean Park can finally reopen their doors.
22 Apr 2022 |
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ted is the latest company to come under the RWS umbrella, with the entertainment group now able to add a number of new strings to its ever-expanding bow
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2022 |
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Disney’s opposition to Florida’s contentious new state law which limits discussion of LGBTQ issues in schools could see the operator lose its self-governing status as a result of suspending political donations
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2022 |
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Cityneon, Disney Location-Based Experiences and Lightstorm Entertainment have collaborated to develop an all-new Avatar attraction coming to Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay later this year
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Apr 2022 |
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With Marvel’s
07 Apr 2022 |
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Could Bob Iger be Chelsea FC’s co-saviour? The former Disney man has been linked as an investor for the Premier League club alongside Steve Pagliuca
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Apr 2022 |
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You CAN talk about Bruno at Disneyland this spring, with the multi-Platinum-certified song set to take over the iconic It’s a Small World ride as part of an Encanto celebration
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Apr 2022 |
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Walkman’s at the ready, Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind finally has its launch date, with the Vekoma reverse launch coaster set to make its debut in May.
05 Apr 2022 |
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Disney continues to do damage control over Florida’s controversial ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill with some employees staging a walkout over its response to the legislation.
23 Mar 2022 |
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Shanghai Planetarium, Shanghai Museum and more than 100 city parks have already closed to the public
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 21 Mar 2022 |
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The immersive experiential design firm won in the category for ‘Best Use of VR’ for its Machu Picchu and the Spirit of the Condor virtual reality (VR) experience
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Mar 2022 |
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Disney’s Bob Chapek has denounced a bill aimed at banning the discussion of LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom but the Human Rights Campaign has refused a Disney donation, saying the statement doesn’t go far enough
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Mar 2022 |
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Shanghai Disney Resort and McDonald’s China have announced a strategic alliance agreement for a multi-year collaboration that will see Disney products supplied as part of Chinese Happy Meals.
11 Mar 2022 |
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Discussing rising ticket costs at Disney’s parks, company CFO Christine McCarthy has defended prices, saying that new price tiers will cater to all audiences.
10 Mar 2022 |
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Leading experience designers Thinkwell have been acquired by Tait
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Mar 2022 |
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Disney’s Imagination Campus has released a new look at the iconic Space Mountain from a STEM perspective, exploring the science and technology behind the attraction while also looking at the role that energy and acceleration play in the design of rollercoasters.
07 Mar 2022 |
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Disney has shared a sneak peek at Disney’s upcoming Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind ride at Epcot, with Liz Diaz, senior ride development engineer for Disney Imagineering unveiling the load station and Starjumpers for the hotly-anticipated attraction.
04 Mar 2022 |
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Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea have welcomed a combined 800 million visitors since opening in 1983 and 2001, the Tokyo Disney Resort has revealed.
04 Mar 2022 |
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Gail Evans has been named executive vice president, chief digital and technology officer for Disney Parks, Experiences and Products.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Mar 2022 |
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Disney has released a statement in response to the Ukraine crisis, which includes a pause on its theatrical releases in Russia and a pledge to provide aid and assistance to refugees.
02 Mar 2022 |
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Visitors to Avengers Campus at Disney Calfornia Adventure can now see a plaque honouring 100 years of the legacy of Stan Lee as they enter the land.
02 Mar 2022 |
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One Twitter user has taken lessons learned from Imagineering in a Box - Disney Imagineering's free, online educational curriculum from the Kahn Academy - to recreate the Yeti at Animal Kingdom using just Lego, wool and modelling clay.
23 Feb 2022 |
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How does an immersive experience tie in with the metaverse? John Munro, CEO and chief creative officer for storytellers Immersive has the answers
John Munro | Immersive | 21 Feb 2022 |
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Continuing a long-running Super Bowl tradition, three Super Bowl-winning members of the Los Angeles Rams are making their way to Disneyland
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Feb 2022 |
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Disney doubled revenues at its parks in its second quarter, with Bob Chapek saying that there is more storytelling infused into every aspect of a visit to a Disney park than ever before
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Feb 2022 |
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SeaWorld has looked to Disney for its most recent senior appointment, with the operator naming industry veteran Jim Lake as the new president of its San Diego theme park.
10 Feb 2022 |
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One of Asia’s most anticipated theme parks has finally opened its doors with Genting SkyWorlds offering a number of Fox IPs and attractions following a near-decade-long wait
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Feb 2022 |
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Disney has been named one of the most admired companies in the world, with the operator ranking high in the annual list from
08 Feb 2022 |
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Disney is celebrating Black History Month through February with a series of productions honouring the contributions of its black cast members, creators, fans and guests.
03 Feb 2022 |
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With so many big things coming in the year ahead, we’ve rounded up all the key events taking place this year. Welcome to your attractions calendar for 2022.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Feb 2022 |
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Disney Animation has revealed that parts of Encanto were inspired by dark rides, leading to fans calling for the smash hit to get its own attraction at Epcot
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Feb 2022 |
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Disney Imagineer Zach Riddley has offered a sneak peek at Epcot’s upcoming attraction - Guardian’s of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind - sharing new images of the Nova Crops Starblaster ship currently being installed at the park.
31 Jan 2022 |
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The Avengers are leading the way for Disneyland Paris’ 30th-anniversary celebrations, with the rest of the Disney gang not too far behind in an exciting year for the French attraction
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jan 2022 |
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Set to premiere in 2023, Pixar Day at Sea is a brand new voyage from the Disney Cruise Line, with the exclusive event coming to the operator’s Disney Fantasy ship next January
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jan 2022 |
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Honouring East Asian traditions, Disney’s Lunar New Year celebration has returned to the Disneyland Resort in California
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2022 |
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Both Bob Iger and Bob Chapek received huge pay boosts in 2021, with Disney’s top men pulling in a staggering US$74.8m between them last year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2022 |
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Just in time to celebrate its 30th anniversary this year, the Sleeping Beauty Castle has reopened to guests at Disneyland Paris following a 12 months renovation period
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jan 2022 |
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The French government has now made it legally necessary to be vaccinated to access cultural events, theme parks, ski lifts, eateries, bars and most forms of long-distance transport - the bill was passed on Sunday (January 16) and will likely be in place by Friday (January 21).
19 Jan 2022 |
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Check out this epic creation from Kragle Kreations, who has recreated the entire Magic Kingdom at Disney World from Lego.
19 Jan 2022 |
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The video of Spider-Man having a less than graceful landing so far has more than 822,000 likes with 4.3 million views but don't panic! Spidey is all good.
18 Jan 2022 |
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Disney World has revealed how it doesn’t let its life-sized gingerbread Christmas displays go to waste - by donating them to swarms of bees.
14 Jan 2022 |
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Design group and immersive experience creators Thinkwell have announced the promotion of Jason McManus to the new role of principal.
12 Jan 2022 |
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We’re not far off Mark Zuckerberg’s big reveal of the metaverse and what that means for the future, but when it comes to attractions, there are some companies already well ahead of the curve. Andrew Jacobs, accesso’s chief commercial officer, explains what it means for operators to be in a mobile-first world.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jan 2022 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jan 2022 |
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Disney’s recently-departed CEO, Bob Iger, has stated his belief that a merger deal between Disney and Apple would likely have “gotten there” over time.
07 Jan 2022 |
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ShopDisney has launched a collectable Cinderella doll in honour of Disney World’s 50th anniversary.
13 Dec 2021 |
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Orange County – the home of both Universal and Disney’s Florida operations – has been declared a Covid-19 hotspot
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Dec 2021 |
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The news has been making the rounds this weekend that Disney boss Bob Chapek does not want to be seen as a ‘cost-cutter’.
13 Dec 2021 |
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Is it really Christmas without a bit of a singsong? We don’t think so and neither it seems does Disneyland Paris, which has shared a singalong version of its new parade song; ‘Shine A Light, Shine A Light!’
13 Dec 2021 |
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The Met is taking its first-ever look at Disney’s theme parks as part of a special exhibition dedicated to the inspirations behind Walt Disney’s most iconic creations
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Dec 2021 |
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Tis the season to be jolly AND to give gifts, so why not give a special gift to a special someone from your favourite attraction? We took a look at some of our favourite stocking fillers from the world’s biggest attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Dec 2021 |
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Following the announcement during this year’s IAAPA Expo for the recipients of the 28th Annual Thea Awards, outgoing TEA International Board President Chuck Fawcett has donned a tuxedo for a formal announcement of the award winners.
03 Dec 2021 |
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We asked some of the industry’s top names from Disney and Universal where it all started for them - with their first-ever ride experience
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2021 |
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Bob Iger is set to hand the reins over to Susan Arnold, who becomes the first woman to be appointed Disney chairman in the company’s history
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2021 |
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The show has been exclusively developed for the Disney Wish and will feature a reimagined script and score
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Nov 2021 |
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Winners were announced in a special ceremony during the IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando, Florida
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Nov 2021 |
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The six-zone Paramount Film and Television Park is part of a US$8 billion tourism development and is expected to open in Yunnan province in 2024
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 12 Nov 2021 |
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A six-storey ski paradise and Viking-themed waterpark are set to open next year in Shanghai
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2021 |
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For a limited time starting November 21, visitors to Downtown Disney will be able to experience Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge in virtual reality
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2021 |
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A large number of countries can now travel to the US, with the UK, Brazil, China, India, Ireland, South Africa, Iran and the Schengen countries - a group of 26 European nations - all able to travel under COVID-related restrictions.
08 Nov 2021 |
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Meow Wolf, Grona Lund and Xcaret are among the winners of this year’s Brass Ring Awards
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Nov 2021 |
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Disney World isn’t the only one celebrating 50 years, with one of Australia’s most popular enterprises - Sea World - turning 50 on Saturday (October 30).
04 Nov 2021 |
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Alice in Wonderland has reached the grand old age of 70 and as a result the Disney Imagination Campus has taken a look at the science behind its historic Mad Tea Party attraction
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2021 |
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Shanghai Disneyland is reopening to the public after a single case of Covid-19 caused the park to be shut down and all of its guests tested
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2021 |
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Disney is entering the running early this year for the Christmas ad to warm your heart. Check out 'The Stepdad' below.
03 Nov 2021 |
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The Shanghai Disney Resort has been placed under temporary lockdown as the resort cooperated with pandemic investigation in another province.
31 Oct 2021 |
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Delayed due to the pandemic, the Toy Story Hotel at Tokyo Disney Resort has finally been given its opening date - April 5, 2022.
29 Oct 2021 |
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When it comes to global trends this is THE next big thing and there’s a good chance you don’t quite know what it means yet. Welcome to the metaverse and here’s exactly why you need to get in on the ground floor.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Oct 2021 |
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IAAPA has named Kelly Repass as its new director of global research, with Repass set to develop a new strategy for the IAAPA research programme, also overseeing its implementation and execution.
27 Oct 2021 |
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Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lily, Anthony Mackie, Brie Larson and more have lent their talents to the Disney Cruise Line’s upcoming Marvel Experience
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Oct 2021 |
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The Disneyland Resort in California has announced some adjustments to its theme park ticket pricing, with the attraction moving from a five-tier demand pricing structure for one-day tickets to a six-tier system.
25 Oct 2021 |
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It’s back! Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Oct 2021 |
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Did you know that Wayne Brady once played Tigger at Disney World? It was one of the TV star’s first jobs ever and was just the beginning of what would be a stellar career in entertainment.
21 Oct 2021 |
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Disney has debuted it's brand new Disney Genie app at Walt Disney World, with the service coming soon to Disneyland as well.
19 Oct 2021 |
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Visitors to Disney's Hollywood Studios can now get a sneak peak at the upcoming Disney Wish cruise shop with a special exhibition exploring the upcoming vessel.
14 Oct 2021 |
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Disneyland is getting its first movie with Halloween’s David Gordon Green lined up to direct the origin story of origin stories
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2021 |
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The popular Museum of Ice Cream is coming to Chicago in 2022, with the interactive experience set to make its debut inside the historic Tribune Tower
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2021 |
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As part of its 50-year anniversary celebrations, Disney World has teamed up with McDonald’s to bring the magic to its Happy Meals.
12 Oct 2021 |
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A panel of industry legends will share their stories about the creation of Universal’s ever-popular Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man dark ride at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Oct 2021 |
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With Evergande at risk of complete collapse thanks to US$305bn worth of debts, the future of its portfolio of 15 theme parks across China is currently uncertain
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Oct 2021 |
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From October 7 Universal Studios Hollywood and Six Flags Magic Mountain will both be affected by new rules that require proof of vaccination before entry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Oct 2021 |
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An all-new holiday store called Plaza Point is opening soon at Disneyland. A new video released by Disney takes viewers behind the scenes to learn about some of the store details and get a look at some of the skilled artistry that’s underway in preparation for opening day.
05 Oct 2021 |
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October 1 marks a huge landmark for Disney World, which has kicked off celebrations for its 50th anniversary.
01 Oct 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Sep 2021 |
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Bob Chapek believes Disney’s parks division has emerged stronger than when the company entered the global pandemic
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2021 |
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2022 is looking good for the Disney Cruise Line, with Disney boss Bob Chapek revealing an upward booking trajectory in terms of demand through the next year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2021 |
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Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure is the main feature of the expanded French pavilion which will make its debut next month to kickstart Disney World’s 50th-anniversary celebrations
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Sep 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Sep 2021 |
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Everything is about to get bigger (and smaller) as Disney continues to take the world by storm with its latest animatronic projects
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Aug 2021 |
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Disney has introduced a new digital service offering personalised itineraries for visitors wanting to get the most out of their day at one of the operator’s parks
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Aug 2021 |
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Disney’s NBA attraction hasn’t been a slam dunk for the operator, with reports suggesting the attraction will not reopen following its COVID-enforced closure in 2020
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Aug 2021 |
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The spookiest time of the year has started at the Magic Kingdom
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 17 Aug 2021 |
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Biden’s installation forms part of a recent renovation of the attraction, which reopened in early August
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2021 |
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The poster features several Star Wars figures, which, according to Disney, are meant to represent the guests and the choose-your-own-adventure-style experience they’ll undertake at the hotel
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Aug 2021 |
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Hailed as one of the world’s best dark ride attractions, Universal’s Spider-Man dark ride will be celebrated at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando with the return of the popular Legends Panel event
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Jul 2021 |
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Disney has released a new docuseries exploring how it managed to bring some of its most popular attractions to life
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jul 2021 |
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Disney’s Jungle Cruise has undergone a full reimagining, with the ride experience completely modernised to ‘better reflect and value diversity’
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Jul 2021 |
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We spoke to Triotech’s Ernest Yale and Nol van Genuchten about Knott’s Berry Farm’s iconic Bear-y Tales dark ride, which has been reimagined for a brand new audience more than three decades later
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Jul 2021 |
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Disney is promising a first-ever Marvel-cinematic dining adventure with the debut of Avengers: Quantum Encounter on board the Disney Wish
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jul 2021 |
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IAAPA supports the lifting of US travel restrictions, Donkey Kong could be making his way to Universal’s theme parks, George Osborne becomes British Museum chairman and Portugal has welcomed Europe’s first five-person water coaster. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Jul 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jul 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Jul 2021 |
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As the COVID tide begins to turn, the recreation sector looks set to bounce back with a new report suggesting the market could be worth as much as US$1.92tn by 2025
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Jun 2021 |
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Belgium agrees to help the Congo recover its lost heritage, Ireland’s €73m tourism investment, Africa remodels its tourism outlook and a snow-topped waterpark comes to China. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Jun 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jun 2021 |
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Continuing its 50-year anniversary celebrations, Disney is offering 50 people in the US a trip to Disney World in recognition of their acts of kindness, compassion and creativity
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Jun 2021 |
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A toppled slave-trader statue goes on display, Disney launches a teacher-led education scheme, Hawking’s office to go on display and Sega eyes Sonic theme parks. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jun 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Jun 2021 |
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The production opens on June 16, marking the resorts five-year anniversary
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 Jun 2021 |
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In collaboration with teachers, Disney is introducing students to ‘imagination-powered learning’ with the launch of the Disney Imagination Campus education scheme
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Jun 2021 |
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Captain America, Ant-Man and Bob Chapek assemble for the launch of Avengers Campus, Chris Jericho rides the Voyage, a UK-only cruise is barred from the UK and Amsterdam starts trailing the use of autonomous boats. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jun 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Jun 2021 |
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Disney has brought Marvel to life like never before with the launch of Avengers Campus at Disneyland California Adventure
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Jun 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 May 2021 |
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Disney has honoured 92-year-old cast member and World War II veteran Alex Stromski with a special flag raising ceremony
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 26 May 2021 |
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It’s been a year of turmoil for the theme park industry, with Disney boss Bob Chapek hoping for an end to the chaos towards the end of 2021
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 May 2021 |
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Where exactly is the line when it comes to improving the visitor experience and interfering with historic sites?
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 May 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 May 2021 |
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Celebrating 100 years of Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Park, the under-construction Phoenix coaster represents the largest investment in the attraction’s history
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 May 2021 |
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Fit for a Disney prince or princess, the penthouse suite aboard the upcoming Disney Wish cruise liner is promising to be one of the operator’s most spectacular accommodation offerings ever
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2021 |
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Tokyo Disney has limited capacity and reduced the opening times in an effort to curb a rise of COVID-19 cases in the region
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 17 May 2021 |
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Going behind-the-scenes for the development of Legoland Windsor’s newest attraction, an evening with a videogame industry legend, the immersive Doctor Who experience coming to London and the Smithsonian’s latest out-of-this-world acquisition. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 May 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 May 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 May 2021 |
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The gallery will raise its national and international profiles with a major social media campaign and digital content subscriptions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 May 2021 |
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Take a look at what Avengers Campus cast members will be wearing ahead of its public launch on June 4
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 May 2021 |
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"We're powering the magic by harnessing the power of the sun"
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 05 May 2021 |
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Coming to the hotly-anticipated Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser hotel experience, Disney has unveiled what looks like the most realistic lightsaber ever created
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 May 2021 |
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The rich and powerful were recently taught a lesson that being rich and powerful only goes so far. Taking a lesson from the PR disaster that was the attempt to franchise European football, it’s time for attractions operators to recognise that while they might own it, it’s certainly not theirs...
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 May 2021 |
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A new ride from Triotech celebrating 100 years of Knott’s Berry Farm, the Jurassic world exhibition coming to North America, Disney’s next step in robotics and WWE looking at building a physical Hall of Fame. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 May 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 May 2021 |
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Disney Wish will set sail for the first time in June 2022
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Apr 2021 |
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WWE legend Triple H has revealed that the company has looked at building a physical Hall of Fame, with the Game revealing what his vision for such an attraction would look like
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Apr 2021 |
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Knott's Bear-y Tales: Return To The Fair will not only celebrate 100 years of Knott’s Berry Farm but also the reopening of the park following a year-long closure
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Apr 2021 |
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Characters like Grogu and Rocket Racoon could soon come to life in Disney’s parks following the unveiling of a walking, talking and even dancing version of the Guardians of the Galaxy favourite Groot by Disney Imagineering
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Apr 2021 |
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The US cruise industry is a step closer to resuming operations, the creation of the Lego Sky Lion at Legoland Windsor, the fan who built a gargantuan rollercoaster entirely out of K’nex and the operator’s role as a custodian of treasured memories. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Apr 2021 |
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Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Apr 2021 |
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