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The world’s tallest freestanding drop tower will be dismantled in Orlando following the death of a 14-year-old boy on the ride
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 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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Simworx has partnered with Katapult to develop a new dark ride offering an adrenaline-fuelled car chase. Simworx CEO Terry Monkton and lead creative Matt Clarkson spoke with Planet Attractions about the exciting new project
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 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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With sizeable business growth and the need for new team members, HB Leisure has embarked on a recruitment drive, with the company aiming to expand its workforce in multiple locations worldwide
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 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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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 attractions community has been sharing stories of the profound impact Queen Elizabeth II had on some of Britain’s most beloved institutions, paying tribute to the monarch following her death, aged 96
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Sep 2022 |
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Riders will face stormy weather and supernatural mysteries on this Intamin launch coaster
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 07 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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Blurring the lines between an experiential art gallery, interactive theme park and detailed film set, Wake the Tiger is a new attraction that just opened its doors in Bristol, UK. We spoke to co-founder Graham MacVoy about the new attraction, dubbed the world’s first ‘Amazement Park’
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Aug 2022 |
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More than 30 people have been injured after two rollercoaster trains crashed into each other at Legoland Germany
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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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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Michael Myers, Dracula and now The Weeknd will be offering the scares at this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, with the Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter set to debut an all-new horror experience
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Aug 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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Merlin Entertainments has partnered with Coca-Cola to offer exclusive experiences to guests who recycle their used plastic bottles at Merlin attractions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Jul 2022 |
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Six Flags is offering improved access for its guests with physical disabilities with a specialised restraint harness that allows them to experience rides they would otherwise be unable to
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 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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Almost 70 European theme park enthusiasts made their way to the US last month for the trip of a lifetime, gathering to visit seven of the country’s top theme parks
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Jul 2022 |
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Merlin is introducing a new education scheme that will offer training opportunities to guest-facing staff members to help elevate their careers and encourage diversity in the company’s senior ranks
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Jul 2022 |
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California’s Great America will cease to operate by 2033 after Cedar Fair announced the US$310m sale of the land the park is built on
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 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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Universal’s Halloween Horror Nights 2022 will see the debut of a new Mummy as fans await the reopening of iconic Revenge of the Mummy attraction
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 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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NBCUniversal CEO Jeff Shell has revealed that Universal theme parks are experiencing ‘historic’ park attendance and hotel bookings
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 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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Universal has revealed the return of Michael Myers for this year’s Halloween Horror Nights, with the iconic slasher set to deliver the frights for the always popular horror spectacular
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 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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Is Kanye West planning to enter the attractions realm?
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 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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Site workers will be kept inside a ‘closed-loop’ system following strict prevention and control measures
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 27 May 2022 |
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The highly-anticipated ‘Flying Eyes’ dark ride opened at the Sun World Theme Park in late April
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 May 2022 |
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Visitation and revenue soared for SeaWorld in the first three months of the year, with the most visitors in Q1 since 2013 and record all-time revenue for the period
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 May 2022 |
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Cedar Fair has reported its Q1 earnings for 2022 with announced losses despite net revenues surging after a Covid-hit period in 2021
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 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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Nick Varney who has led Merlin since its inception and Mark Fisher, who played a key role in the company’s formation, have both announced their intention to leave the attractions giant in 2023
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Apr 2022 |
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The iconic Nerf brand will gain its first themed land in its 53-year history with the debut of a new attraction coming to Brazil’s Beto Carrero World in 2023
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Apr 2022 |
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A number of attractions suppliers and manufacturers have been named winners of China’s prestigious Golden Crown Awards
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 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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Attractions.io’s Peter O’Dare explains how user segmentation is transforming the visitor experience for the better
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2022 |
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The former tallest rollercoaster in the world is being dismantled following an accident on a separate ride that has seen the complete demolition of Mexico City’s La Feria de Chapultepec theme park
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Apr 2022 |
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The hotly-anticipated Fønix from Vekoma has opened to the public at Fårup Sommerland with the new rollercoaster representing the park’s largest investment ever
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2022 |
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Honor of Kings, Minions and Jurassic World are all set to feature in a range of new themed experiences coming to Universal Beijing this year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2022 |
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Swedish theme park Gröna Lund has recruited popular actor Felix Herngren to voice an alien in its new advertising campaign for the 2022 season
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Apr 2022 |
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Efteling will break ground on a new hotel at the end of this year’s summer season, with the 143-bedroom development to open its doors in 2024
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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.
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With a number of ongoing issues, the London Resort theme park development has withdrawn its current planning application with a new proposal set to be resubmitted later in the year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 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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Merlin will develop and operate exclusive Jumanji-themed attractions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Mar 2022 |
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The B&M-designed Emperor has opened to the public at SeaWorld San Diego
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 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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Super Nintendo World is making its US debut in 2023, with the attraction now under construction at Universal Studios Hollywood
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Mar 2022 |
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In order for theme parks to run operations in a smooth and efficient manner, internal communications are key. Ross McCaw, CEO and founder of OurPeople, tells us more
Ross McCaw | OurPeople | 10 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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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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A combined US$400m investment, Resorts World Sentosa is launching the first phase of its RWS 2.0 expansion plan, with an all-new Minions land at Universal Studios Singapore and the redevelopment of the rebranded and reimagined Singapore Oceanarium
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Feb 2022 |
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Sesame Place San Diego is set to open next month, with the location set to include an interactive Sesame Street Neighbourhood along with themed attractions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 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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Long-time Studio Ghibli producer Toshio Suzuki has detailed how studio co-founder, Hayao Miyazaki, was convinced to go ahead with the project
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 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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The first phase of the long-awaited Ghibli Park in Japan will open in November 2022 with a themed land inspired by the studio’s My Neighbor Totoro animation
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 04 Feb 2022 |
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SeaWorld Entertainment has made a bid of US$3.4bn for Cedar Fair, with the bid sending company stocks soaring ahead of the proposed takeover
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 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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Efteling must cut its nitrogen emissions or cap its visitor numbers to five million people a year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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The Circus Bumba land was inspired by Flemish children’s TV show Bumba and has been in development for several years
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2022 |
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Visitors to SeaWorld’s US parks are being offered a new perspective on animal care, with a brand-new education programme taking them behind the scenes of its animal operations
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 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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A pair of highly anticipated John Wick and Now You See Me attractions are making their way to MOTIONGATE at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Planet Attractions spoke to FORREC’s Eric O’Rourke about the record-breaking new additions
Tom Anstey | 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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Lagotronics Projects will develop several media-based attractions, including a VR coaster and a dark ride for the upcoming Pradera Islands theme park
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 Jan 2022 |
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Gardaland has offered a first look at the ride vehicle for the upcoming Jumani - The Adventure dark ride attraction
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jan 2022 |
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Have you ever wanted to own an actual piece of rollercoaster track? Well now you can, with Blackpool Pleasure Beach now selling parts of the Big One for the most avid of theme park enthusiasts
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 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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Reanimated and ready to take a bite out of its visitors, the former Camelot Theme Park is being resurrected as an immersive cinematic zombie experience
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jan 2022 |
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New attractions based on Hey Duggie, JoJo & Gran Gran and Andy’s Dinosaur Adventures will open at CBeebies Land at the Alton Towers Resort later this year
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 05 Jan 2022 |
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You can now vote for your favourite influencers and content creators in the 2021 Clamshell Awards from Cupcakes & Coasters
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Dec 2021 |
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Work on a new dinosaur-themed rollercoaster at Tayto Park is currently underway, while construction is also expected to begin on two steel coasters next year
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 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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YellowRoc and ActiveLeisure have announced a partnership to deliver a complete construction and installation service for themed attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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Change is coming for Universal, with the incoming chairman and CEO, Mark Woodbury, handing new senior positions to Karen Irwin, Tom Mehrmann and more in a major shakeup of the company’s leadership structure
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Dec 2021 |
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The Grinch might have stolen Christmas but apparently he did while looking good
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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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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Vice chair Woodbury, who has played a key role in the Comcast company’s parks expansion worldwide, steps up in March 2022
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 25 Nov 2021 |
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Alterface, Storyland and Studios Occitanie are collaborating with the video game company on the project, which is slated to open in 2025
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 19 Nov 2021 |
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Michael Spanos steps down after two years as CEO; Ben Baldanza takes Bassoul’s former position as chairman of the board
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 18 Nov 2021 |
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Eleven major new ride attractions to open at waterparks and theme parks in 2022 – the most “significant and exciting lineup” in SeaWorld history
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 17 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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The three-part zone, opening next spring, allows guests to get creative as they design and build their own Lego cars and take part in a virtual race
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 11 Nov 2021 |
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Despite a lack of international visitors and a decline in overall visitor numbers, SeaWorld Entertainment has seen record earnings for its third quarter, marking continued recovery from a COVID-hit 2020 for the operator
Tom Anstey | 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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As part of its mission to become a full-fledged resort and leisure destination, Ocean Park is hosting a month-long wellness event with yoga, hiking and glamping starting November 7
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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The founder of Madame Tussauds and the father of the Latin American attractions industry have both taken their rightful place as a part of the IAAPA Hall of Fame
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2021 |
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Universal’s theme park attendance has surged in Q3, with Universal Orlando at the forefront after recording its most profitable quarter ever
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 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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Six Flags has seen staff costs more than double since the pandemic with cost-cutting measures taking place elsewhere in the business to accommodate the sharp rise in labour expenses
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Oct 2021 |
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Six Flags continues to show positive recovery from a COVID-affected 2020 with visitor numbers almost reaching pre-pandemic levels in its latest earnings report
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Oct 2021 |
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The Rig is a unique venture that will transform a former oil rig in the Arabian Gulf into a resort featuring theme parks, hotels, restaurants and even actual sky diving!
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Oct 2021 |
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Universal has released first person footage of what it’s like to ride its brand new Velocicoaster at night
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 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 team behind Universal Studios’ iconic Horror Nights in Singapore has launched an exhibition exploring what goes into planning the horrifying event.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2021 |
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New experiences for the visually impaired are set to be rolled out at a number of Merlin attractions, including Legoland Parks, Legoland Discovery Centres and Sea Life aquariums
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 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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This year’s event will offer a host of horror-themed attractions, including new scare zones and horror mazes
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Oct 2021 |
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Pokémon is set to make its mark at Universal Studios Japan following a landmark deal to bring the popular IP to the park starting in 2022
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 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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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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Inka Park will be the first leisure destination of its kind in Latin America
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Sep 2021 |
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Starting in October De Grote Efteling Koekoekshow will tour both the Netherlands and Belgium
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 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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Cruise operator Carnival recently made headlines around the world with the debut of the first rollercoaster to operate at sea. Maurer Rides’ Marco Hartwig explains how this all came about
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Sep 2021 |
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Security specialists Axon have supplied Six Flags’ US theme parks with body cameras for staff
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 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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The tourism development plan will encourage the predicted 10 million visitors a year to Universal Studios to explore the wider Beijing area
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Sep 2021 |
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The long-awaited Universal Beijing is set for a spectacular launch on September 20
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Aug 2021 |
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The US$1.08bn Legoland Shenzhen Resort is Merlin’s latest - and largest - venture in the Chinese market
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Aug 2021 |
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Park Beyond’s ‘impossification’ system promises to let your imagination run wild with a new theme park simulator unlike any we’ve ever seen on modern systems
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Aug 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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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 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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Unvaccinated park-goers will be offered the Pfizer vaccine
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 02 Aug 2021 |
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With guests returning to its parks in their droves, Universal has for the first time since COVID-19 emerged made a profit in its quarterly earnings report
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jul 2021 |
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Adventure Cove features several new family-friendly attractions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Jul 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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Following a rollercoaster year, Six Flags is certainly on a high after more than doubling its expected EBITDA for Q2
Tom Anstey | 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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Netflix’s The Haunting of Hill House is set to make its theme park debut at Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Orlando
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jul 2021 |
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One child has died and another remains in critical condition following an accident on the Raging River ride at Iowa’s Adventureland theme park
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Jul 2021 |
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Donkey Kong could soon be making his theme park debut after reports suggest Nintendo and Universal have big plans for the popular franchise
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Jul 2021 |
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Tom Iven joins SeaWorld following 45 year career working for Six Flags
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 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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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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He’s fast, he’s blue and he might just be coming to an attraction near you. Here are Sega’s attractions plans for Sonic the Hedgehog in 2022 and beyond
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Jun 2021 |
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Universal CityWalk has partnered with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health to host a pop-up COVID-19 vaccination site
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 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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Howl-O-Scream will feature several Halloween-themed attractions for horror fans and thrill-seeking guests
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Jun 2021 |
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A new degree is being launched to offer students the chance to develop and forge a career in the themed entertainment industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2021 |
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Police have asked for assistance in identifying a suspect following an attempted arson attack on Silverwood’s Timber Terror wooden coaster
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 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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The former WWE and AEW World Champion Chris Jericho and his band Fozzy have released a new music video shot on board Holiday World’s record-holding wooden coaster ‘The Voyage’
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Jun 2021 |
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Snorri Snorkling VR at Europa Park’s Rulantica is ready to roll, though the launch has been slightly delayed thanks to local restrictions
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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Time to get hyped! Grona Lund has released an amazing new ad ahead of Monster - King of Roller Coasters’ debut next month
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 May 2021 |
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Vietnam’s largest theme park, a game-changing aquarium project and 12,000 hotel rooms are just a few of the features of the new Phu Quoc United Center
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 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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Six Flags Great America is partnering with the state of Illinois to incentivise COVID-19 vaccination in underserved communities
Tom Anstey | 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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Give Kids The World will hosts its annual Coasting for Kids amusement park event at seven premiere attractions this summer
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 May 2021 |
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Universal CityWalk Beijing will offer 24 dining, retail and entertainment experiences, including Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. and The Toothsome Chocolate Emporium
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 May 2021 |
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With the opening of the UK’s hottest new attraction imminent, Gary Pope of Kids Industries has revealed how Legoland Windsor’s newest addition - Lego Mythica - was brought to life
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 13 May 2021 |
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Guests at Silverwood will be invited to jump into the cockpit of a Pitts Special biplane as a new RMC single-rail coaster makes its debut at the end of May
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 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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SeaWorld veteran Marc Swanson has been named permanent CEO following a year of managing the role on an interim basis
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 May 2021 |
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Have you ever wanted to rob a bank with the kids? Well now you can with Gangsta Granny: The Ride at Alton Towers in the UK, which has been given the green light by David Walliams himself
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 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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Universal’s parks are once again on the rise as its results after a year of struggle show promise for the entire theme park industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Apr 2021 |
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Capped attendance was at 95% capacity but Covid continues to have a significant impact on Six Flags’ bottom line
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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Aerosmith has been the star of Disney’s Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster since it opened
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Apr 2021 |
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Ningbo and Ganzhou to open second gates in the next stage of the Beautiful China Trilogy resorts
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 23 Apr 2021 |
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Dependent on local restrictions being lifted, the new attraction is scheduled to open in October 2021
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Apr 2021 |
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In 1967, Economic Research Associates were hired to find out what impact the upcoming Disney World Resort would have on the state. The outcome, it turned out, would surprise even Disney
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Apr 2021 |
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Imagineering veteran Designer's Creative Studio founder Theron Skees shares the secrets for everything you need to be successful in themed entertainment
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Apr 2021 |
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YouTuber CoasterWriter has built a gargantuan rollercoaster entirely out of K’nex, with the mega ride filling his entire back garden
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Apr 2021 |
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Merlin has offered a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of the giant Lego Sky Lion for its upcoming Mythica attraction at Legoland Windsor
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Apr 2021 |
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Does the classic phrase ‘oldest ride, longest line’ hold up? Or are Disney’s newest attractions the way forward for the operator?
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Apr 2021 |
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Godzilla the Ride: Great Kaiju Decisive Dominance Battle will be the signature attraction for Seibu-en’s new 1960s-themed Showa land
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Apr 2021 |
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Charlie Brooker’s popular Netflix series Black Mirror is set to make its theme park debut next month, with the launch of a new VR maze experience at Thorpe Park
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Apr 2021 |
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The song, titled ‘Light is in You’, forms the soundtrack to the new nighttime spectacular
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Apr 2021 |
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The head of the island’s tourism commission takes the helm from May
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 13 Apr 2021 |
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Adventure Cove is a nautical-themed land aimed at families
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2021 |
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Twitter user HelmsmanFreddy appears to have discovered the secretive fictional nation of Wakanda in Disneyland’s new expansion plans
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Mar 2021 |
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Peter Cliff explains how Lego is utilising Holovis technology to create a state-of-the-art interactive dark ride
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Mar 2021 |
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Legoland Belgium could become a reality after Merlin and public investment fund Sogepa confirmed feasibility studies were currently underway for such a project
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Mar 2021 |
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The former operator of Drayton Manor theme park has been fined £1m after a girl died on a ride in 2017, but the penalty will never be paid as the company is in administration
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Mar 2021 |
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No owls will be used in any licensed live productions, including at all Wonderful Wizarding World locations
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 17 Mar 2021 |
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Gold, jewels and ribbons, oh my! The first phase of Disney’s Cinderella Castle’s magical makeover begins
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 17 Mar 2021 |
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As the attractions industry struggled in 2020, Europa-Park was no exception. Company CEO Michael Mack explains how the Mack family business navigated these troubled waters, as well as detailing a number of exciting plans for when the world finally starts to turn once again
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Mar 2021 |
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In part two of our exclusive interview with the man who advised on Jurassic Park and has his own army of robotic dinosaurs, ‘Dino’ Don Lessem returns to talk everything from the business of dinosaurs to the world-famous Trump Toilet
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Mar 2021 |
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Following a dire 2020, Comcast’s Mike Cavanagh is predicting a much better year for Universal’s theme park division
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Mar 2021 |
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Horror Nights celebrates its 30th anniversary with the man who started it all - Beetlejuice
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Mar 2021 |
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Disney has created a giant sand sculpture to celebrate the recent release of Raya and the Last Dragon
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Mar 2021 |
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Super Nintendo World will finally open later this month, while Disneyland and California’s other major theme parks are set to reopen in April following a year of closure
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Mar 2021 |
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Universal is rethinking elements of its Dr Seuss attractions after the book’s publisher removed number of titles from circulation
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Mar 2021 |
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Europa Park and Mack Rides are two true titans of the theme park industry. On what would have been his 100th birthday, we take a look back at the man that started it all - the legendary Franz Mack
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Mar 2021 |
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Epcot’s Harmonious will be the largest nighttime illumination that Disney has ever produced
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 05 Mar 2021 |
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Don Lessem has gone from advising on Jurassic Park to building enough robotic dinosaurs that he could fill an entire zoo. In part one of our interview, we get a peek into the life of ‘Dino Don’, who talks about everything from Steven Spielberg to the real-life dinosaur that’s been named after him
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Mar 2021 |
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David Walliams’ children’s book is being brought to life at Alton Towers, which has offered a first look at the ride opening April 12
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 05 Mar 2021 |
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Work has restarted on Universal’s fourth gate in Orlando, with Epic Universe now scheduled to open in early 2025
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Mar 2021 |
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Rejoice preschoolers and parents - a Peppa Pig theme park is making its way to Florida
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Feb 2021 |
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Six Flags lost 26 million visitors in 2020, with theme park attendances worldwide slashed as a result of the global pandemic
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Feb 2021 |
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The rail-suspended dark ride opened at Disneyland, California, in 1955 and is believed to have been one of Walt Disney’s favourite attractions
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Feb 2021 |
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Joe Rohde has swapped the most magical place on earth for the most magical place off of it, with the Disney legend joining Richard Branson’s Virgin Galactic
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Feb 2021 |
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As Disney celebrates Black History Month, Carmen Smith explains how the company is making efforts to ensure its attractions and experiences are relevant to guests
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Feb 2021 |
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There’s finally a light at the end of the tunnel for attractions in Britain, with Prime Minister Boris Johnson laying out a roadmap to end restrictions in place at varying degrees for most of the last year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Feb 2021 |
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The success of an immersive attraction can be determined by the flow of people entering and exiting the space. Michelle Hicks explains how effective operations can help to optimise these experiences
Michelle Hicks | Firefly Creations | 22 Feb 2021 |
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Adam Reeves has created a range of immersive experiences at home and has now turned his attention to a new rollercoaster-themed game show
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Feb 2021 |
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We still have a long way to go but theme parks all over the world are eyeing reopening dates, hinting that the global sector might be showing the first signs of recovery
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Feb 2021 |
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Cedar Fair recorded a US$572m operating loss in 2020 with the operator only able to open its doors for 22% of the year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Feb 2021 |
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Raya and the Last Dragon is coming to Animal Kingdom, with new experiences including a 40-tonne sand sculpture and a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming movie
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 17 Feb 2021 |
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Why has the UK theme park market changed from one targeting high action thrillseekers to one now seeking to welcome a family audience?
Planet Attractions | 16 Feb 2021 |
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Part of Universal’s new immersive world might not actually be a part of the Nintendo universe
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Feb 2021 |
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Scream if you wanna go faster! Welcome to the theme park experience built inside content creator Parkspill’s house
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Feb 2021 |
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Combined Q1 results saw losses of US$1.06bn for Disney’s theme parks domestically and globally
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Feb 2021 |
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Dippy22 has already built Toad’s Cafe and Peach’s Castle and, once completed, will release the park as a playable map
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Feb 2021 |
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have won the Super Bowl, with Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski punching their ticket to the happiest place on earth
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 11 Feb 2021 |
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Get a new perspective on Island of Adventure’s popular story coaster with this 360 degree look at the ride experience
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Feb 2021 |
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Disney has created a special event allowing California Adventure to reopen under current state guidelines
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Feb 2021 |
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The castle will be located in the Witch Valley area of the park and is expected to open in March 2024
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Feb 2021 |
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The Art of Engineering has developed a program capable of designing optimised track layouts
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Feb 2021 |
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Legislators in the state want large theme parks including Disneyland to reopen earlier than current COVID guidelines currently allow
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Feb 2021 |
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Inspired by Disney Pixar’s latest release, The Soul of Jazz will explore the history of the musical art form in America
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Feb 2021 |
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All Aboard! This Nintendo-adorned train will ferry consumers to Universal’s Super Nintendo World when the new land opens in 2021
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 01 Feb 2021 |
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As more and more people are vaccinated against Covid-19, Comcast executives have predicted a huge upswing in business for Universal’s theme parks division
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Jan 2021 |
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COVID-19 has had a major effect on Universal’s bottom line, with the operator recording huge losses in 2020
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Jan 2021 |
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Dolphins will not longer feature in the Poseidon Theatre at Parc Asterix with a new attraction to take its place
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 28 Jan 2021 |
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More than 20 years since it first opened the Men in Black dark ride is still one of the most popular attractions at Universal Studios Orlando
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Jan 2021 |
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The boat ride, first opened in 1955, is getting an overhaul ‘to reflect and value diversity’
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 27 Jan 2021 |
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Kept indoors by the global pandemic and missing Disney’s parks, this fan recreated the iconic fireworks show at home using a projector and a 3D printer
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Jan 2021 |
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A COVID-safe version of the popular show is expected to open in the summer
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 25 Jan 2021 |
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Go behind the scenes with two of the men responsible for the creation of Disney’s jaw-dropping Star Wars attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Jan 2021 |
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Shanghai Disneyland is gearing up for the Chinese New Year
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 22 Jan 2021 |
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She usually serves clients such as Russell Brand, Demi Lovato and 50 Cent but now Maeve Reilly is turning her attentions to Mickey and Minnie for a new line of Disney merchandise
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2021 |
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Spider-Man himself reveals all about his new dark ride attraction coming to Disneyland later this year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jan 2021 |
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Despite an extremely challenging year, Disney has continued to give back to charities across the world
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 Jan 2021 |
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Did you know that Efteling and Legoland had their own videogames? Which was your favourite? This is a brief history of theme park management games.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Jan 2021 |
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