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The fifth annual MENALAC Awards ceremony will take place in Dubai, with the event bringing together senior leaders to celebrate attractions across the Middle East and North Africa
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jan 2023 |
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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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ProSlide will announce a major new project at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company also revealing a record number of projects for 2023
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Nov 2022 |
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WhiteWater will unveil six new products at IAAPA Expo, including three new waterslides, an all-in-one play structure and an innovation that ‘has been years in the making.’
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Nov 2022 |
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Extreme Engineering will announce four new Cloud Coaster projects as well as debut two new products at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022 |
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A number of exhibitors will be using Christie technology at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company also set to showcase its MicroTiles LED among the products on its own stand
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022 |
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Spree Interactive is getting into the Christmas spirit a little early this year, with the launch of its Christmas Crunch VR title at the upcoming IAAPA Expo in Orlando
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022 |
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Ride manufacturer Zamperla is behind the CA$9m development of what will be Canada’s fastest launch coaster when it opens in 2024
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Nov 2022 |
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RWS’s Sponsored Spotlight will showcase the company’s ‘endless possibilities’ following major acquisitions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 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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Red Raion will offer an exclusive preview of its latest title - ‘Around the World in 80 Days - Journey of Wonders’ - at this year’s IAAPA Expo
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Nov 2022 |
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Frontgrid has launched its ParadropVR Pod attraction at Adventure Park Snowdonia in North Wales
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 04 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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The dynamic media-based attractions specialist will showcase the attraction alongside its new Overdrive concept at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 02 Nov 2022 |
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The immersive attractions designer will unveil details of its new attraction, new project and new ride content throughout this year’s IAAPA Expo, which takes place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando in November
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2022 |
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Ahead of a special industry panel looking at iconic attractions, experts from WhiteWater have named their personal picks, explaining why they think their choice is an iconic attraction
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Oct 2022 |
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IAAPA’s president and CEO, Hal McEvoy spoke to Planet Attractions about this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, the industry’s post-Covid recovery, his retirement plans and more
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 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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IAAPA’s director, Global Communications, Caitlin Dineen, spoke to Planet Attractions at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe about her new role and what goes into putting on an event of such magnitude
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Oct 2022 |
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The entertainment group will provide full creative and production services for all live entertainment at this year’s IAAPA Expo
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 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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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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More than 200,000 people have voted in this year’s UK Theme Park Awards 2022 with Alton Towers, Flamingo Land, Drayton Manor and more coming out with some of the top accolades
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Sep 2022 |
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IAAPA Expo Europe saw a 30% increase in attendees to its 2022 show in London, compared to its previous year in Barcelona
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Sep 2022 |
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BoldMove will offer attendees a close-up look at its AR Hybrid Quest attraction
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 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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WhiteWater is set to offer attendees a first look at its record-breaking Icon Tower at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Sep 2022 |
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Planet Attractions recently travelled to meet the team behind IAAPA Expo Europe - the EMEA region’s largest trade show for the attractions industry. Here’s what to expect from this year’s show.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Sep 2022 |
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Convious will recreate the guest experience to showcase the full capabilities of its cloud-based sales and marketing solution with an interactive, rocket ship-themed booth
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Sep 2022 |
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Holovis has created an innovative two-in-one system that supports the delivery of two different media or real-time interactive experiences simultaneously within the same ride or attraction
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Sep 2022 |
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accesso is set to showcase what it calls ‘the future of mobile consumer engagement’ at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, with expanded solutions designed to help operators connect, engage and build loyalty with visitors
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Sep 2022 |
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Alterface has revealed new theming and media packages for its award-winning Action League dark ride
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 02 Sep 2022 |
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Experience design firm FORREC will be on hand to discuss several of its high-profile projects, including the new Legoland Korea Resort, at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 31 Aug 2022 |
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Attractions.io is adding a new feature to its mobile platform with the company set to showcase its new for 2022 wayfinding solution at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Aug 2022 |
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The Natural History Museum’s Generation Hope: Act for the Planet programme will offer a series of free in-person and online events aimed at young people to help drive positive change for the planet
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 Aug 2022 |
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RWS Entertainment Group will showcase its capabilities as a full-service provider of visitor attractions and experiences at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe following two major acquisitions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2022 |
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Planet Attractions is set to be joined by some of the UK’s top content creators this September for a special panel session to be held at IAAPA Expo Europe in London
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Aug 2022 |
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Registration is now open for this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jul 2022 |
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The concert series, the second such partnership between Sofar Sounds and Tiqets, will see artists perform at iconic attractions in London and San Francisco.
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Jun 2022 |
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Planet Attractions and IAAPA Europe have announced a partnership that will see them work together on, media, content creation and more for this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe at London’s ExCeL Centre
Planet Attractions | 16 May 2022 |
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A new Supreme Committee has been formed to plan and implement the future of the Expo 2020 Dubai district
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 May 2022 |
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Fast becoming one of the key industry events for the visitor attractions sector, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Expo
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 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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The Dubai Entertainment, Amusement & Leisure Exhibition returned in 2022, bringing with it much success for attendees and exhibitors alike
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Apr 2022 |
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The event will feature an extensive tradeshow and the MENALAC LEA Conference and awards
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Mar 2022 |
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The effects of Covid-19 continue to affect China, with IAAPA Expo Asia cancelled again as a result of the pandemic
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Mar 2022 |
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Here are all the events you should be attending this month
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Mar 2022 |
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The RAAPA Expo will go ahead as scheduled despite the difficulties being caused for people and businesses in Russia following Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 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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Planet Attractions’ Editor-in-Chief Tom Anstey is set to host a panel looking at trends emerging from Vietnam’s growing attractions industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Nov 2021 |
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The K-pop music arena plans to host some 190 concerts per year
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 10 Nov 2021 |
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The winners of IAAPA’s prestigious award programmes, including the Hall of Fame, Service Awards and Brass Rings, will now be announced in advance of the IAAPA Expo via Facebook
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 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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The Innovation Awards were created to recognise excellence and innovation in the attractions and themed entertainment industries
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 Oct 2021 |
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With the US still not setting a firm date in November to open up to international visitors, IAAPA is working with the government to help its members attend the biggest attractions show of the year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Oct 2021 |
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IAAPA’s international trade show is back with IAAPA Expo Europe emanating from Barcelona, Spain. Here’s everything you need to know about the event
Tom Anstey & Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 27 Sep 2021 |
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The Met is offering visitors a chance to connect with artists and community partners from across New York City during a daylong celebration held inside and outside of the historic institution
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Sep 2021 |
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Battle Arena is a new interactive ride concept from Lagotronics Projects that pits riders against each other as they battle to score points
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Sep 2021 |
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The event was cancelled last year and is set to return this Halloween
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 20 Aug 2021 |
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The four-day event will include an extensive tradeshow, networking opportunities and educational programming
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Aug 2021 |
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The four-day event will feature educational presentations, success stories, breakout sessions and networking opportunities
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2021 |
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IAAPA has put together a diverse and knowledgeable line-up of speakers for an expanded educational offering at this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jun 2021 |
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Following a successful launch in 2020, Oktoberfest is making its way back to Thorpe Park this year with a special event celebrating the Bavarian festival
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 18 Jun 2021 |
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IAAPA to bring back its three major shows in person for the first time since the start of the global pandemic
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2021 |
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The IAAPA Virtual Conference wants to help the industry ‘rebound, rebuild, and return to the fun’
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Mar 2021 |
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‘All Together For Animals’ is happening in aid of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ members
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Mar 2021 |
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Visit Orlando has collaborated with a number of major theme parks for a consumer-facing virtual travel show
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Mar 2021 |
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The world-famous Glastonbury music festival will not go ahead in 2021 ‘with great regret’
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2021 |
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IAAPA has moved its annual Asian Expo to Shanghai
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jan 2021 |
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Star studded line-up has paid homage to rock legends
Kier Lymn | Planet Attractions | 01 Dec 2020 |
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‘greenloop’ will look at sustainability issues across the visitor attractions sector
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Dec 2020 |
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