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Saudi Arabia’s planned linear city, The Line, will become a global hub for the cruise industry, a senior executive behind the project has said.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Dec 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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Princess Cruises has debuted a brand new immersive experience that combines dining, storytelling, music, scent and more for a one-of-a-kind journey through the Mediterranean
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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Cunard has announced its 2023 Insights enrichment programme, with adventurer Bear Grylls taking centre stage for the operator’s maiden 2023 voyage to Alaska
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Oct 2022 |
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Cruise operator Holland America Line is celebrating 150 years with the announcement of a partnership with the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Oct 2022 |
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In celebration of World Space Week, Carnival has announced a partnership with the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to launch a children’s space programme featuring activities inspired by NASA science.
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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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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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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The kind of robotic technology seen at theme park rides worldwide will soon be available to cruise passengers out at sea
Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 02 Sep 2022 |
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With an influx of Ukranian refugees threatening to overwhelm available housing in Scotland, the government has announced plans to accommodate up to 1,750 people onboard Ambassador Cruise Line’s Ambition on a temporary basis
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Aug 2022 |
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Starting this September, cruise operator Royal Caribbean has removed the requirement for its passengers departing in the US from California, Louisiana or Texas, and any European country, to be vaccinated against Covid-19.
15 Aug 2022 |
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Carnival’s new sustainability plan will cut its emissions by 500,000 metric tons per year and save US$150m annually in fuel costs
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2022 |
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Shark Week is back for 2022 and Planet Attractions has taken a deep dive to find a collection of shark-related content that you can take in during the event
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Jul 2022 |
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Royal Caribbean has received approval to acquire the “ultra-luxury” cruise ship Endeavor, which was originally delivered to Crystal Cruises in 2021.
19 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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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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A gargantuan 9,000-passenger cruise ship will go on its maiden voyage to the scrap heap after the ship maker building the vessel went bust earlier this year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jun 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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Royal Caribbean Cruises has filed a request that if approved will see SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service rolled out across the operator’s entire fleet
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Jun 2022 |
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For the first time since the pandemic, flight bookings have exceeded 2019 levels, while spending on cruise lines, buses and trains saw sharp improvements in 2022, according to a new report from Mastercard Economics Institute.
16 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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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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It’s a busy year for WhiteWater, which has more than 70 waterpark projects across the world opening in 2022. We’ve rounded these projects up so you can keep track of everything happening this year
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 May 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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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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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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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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Cruise operator MSC has announced that starting at the end of May, two of its ships will begin using shore power in an attempt to cut emissions.
29 Apr 2022 |
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Carnival’s current CEO Arnold Donald will step down from his position in August with company veteran Josh Weinstein waiting in the wings to take up the role going forward
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 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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Holland America Line's Koningsdam will be the first cruise ship to come to Canada in more than two years following the industry-wide pause that came as a result of the global pandemic.
08 Apr 2022 |
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Norwegian Cruise Line has announced plans to “sail into the Metaverse” with the launch of its own NFT collection.
07 Apr 2022 |
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For the first time in more than two years, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has removed its warning against cruise ship travel, with the body no longer cautioning against boarding a ship.
05 Apr 2022 |
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Cruise operator Hurtigruten Norway has initiated one of Europe's largest environmental ship upgrades, with rebuilt ships set to cut CO2 emissions by 25% and NOx emissions by as much as 80%.
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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Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, the largest cruise ship ever built, is set to depart on its maiden voyage next week when it sets sail for a week-long cruise to the Caribbean and the Bahamas.
24 Feb 2022 |
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The cruise industry could soon face taxes in excess of US$2bn a year should a new tax levy on carbon emissions gain approval
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 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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Crossing four continents and stopping off at more than 100 landing sites, Hurtigruten Expeditions has announced a series of cruises set to travel all the way from the Arctic to Antarctica
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 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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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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Norwegian Cruise Line has been forced to cancel cruises throughout January
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jan 2022 |
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Ruth Venn has been appointed as director of sales for P&O Cruises, replacing Nathaniel Sherborne who will leave the business in early March.
12 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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A number of Covid outbreaks over the New Year period are causing chaos for the already disrupted cruise industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Jan 2022 |
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Funderstruck. Adjective. Shocked and amazed by the power of fun on Carnival. Well, that’s what the cruise operator is saying in its new ad campaign at least!
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Dec 2021 |
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The cruise sector has performed well on the stock market following early data that suggested that the Omicron variant of Covid-19 may not lead to serious illness, hospitalisations or death - particularly with those that have been already vaccinated.
07 Dec 2021 |
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Norwegian Cruise line says it has identified “a handful” of cases among guests and crew onboard its ‘Breakaway’ vessel.
06 Dec 2021 |
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MSC Cruises’ new ‘World’ cruise ships, the second-largest class of ships in the world, celebrated a construction milestone this past week when the first ship of the class touched water for the first time.
06 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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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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After serving for 33 years as CEO of Royal Caribbean Group, Richard Fain has decided to step down as CEO of the cruise operator effective January 3, 2022.
09 Nov 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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Carnival Cruise Line has christened its Mardi Gras vessel in Port Canaveral, Florida at a “Universe of Fun” celebration - the first ship naming ceremony held in the US since the cruise industry’s restart this summer.
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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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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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 first ship from Virgin Voyages fleet of cruise ships has completed its journey from PortMiami to Nassau and Bimini in the Bahamas
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Oct 2021 |
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Making cruise ships more environmentally friendly could help attract tourists interested in eco-friendly holidays.
04 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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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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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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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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This is the first cruise the company has done in almost a year and a half
Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 04 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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A carbon-neutral cruise ship could be realised in the not-too-distant future, with MSC Group announcing a feasibility study for a hydrogen-powered vessel
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 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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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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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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A UK-only cruise has been barred from docking in Greenock by the Scottish government
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2021 |
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The trend for autonomous vehicles continues to grow, with Amsterdam currently testing the use of self-driving electric boats in its waterways
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jun 2021 |
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It’s got a capacity shy of 4,000 but more than a quarter-of-a-million people are eager to be the first on-board the Freedom of the Seas, as Royal Carribean tests the waters for a return to cruising in the US
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 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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The Smithsonian has partnered with cruise operator Ponant to offer educational voyages to a number of destinations worldwide
Tom Anstey | 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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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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"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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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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Royal Caribbean’s Richard Fain is eyeing a careful and considered approach for the return of the US cruise industry following a year long absence
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Apr 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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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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Royal Caribbean’s Richard Fain has hailed positive discussions with the CDC, bringing the US cruise industry a step closer to a return to operations
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 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 | 17 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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The eagle-eyed fan who might have spotted Wakanda is Disneyland’s expansion plan, vital funding for the Game of Thrones Studio Tour, a long-awaited ban on cruise ships in central Venice and the technology powering Legoland New York’s most anticipated attraction. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Apr 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 | 02 Apr 2021 |
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Cruise ships are no longer welcome in Venice following a ruling by the Italian government
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Apr 2021 |
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With Warner Bros ending its live owl performances, Benedict Cumberbatch sending out a message of hope for the struggling culture sector, the first apes to be vaccinated against Covid and the luchadores taking a stand against non mask wearers, welcome to the latest edition of The Week with Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Mar 2021 |
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The Disney Cruise Line’s Lighthouse Project second port in the Bahamas has taken another step to becoming a reality after passing its environmental impact assessment
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 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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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is this week’s edition of From the Industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 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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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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Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is this week’s edition of From the Industry
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Feb 2021 |
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Cruise Saudi will develop ports and terminals in several cities and tourist destinations, as well as itineraries that explore Saudi heritage and culture
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Feb 2021 |
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Featuring Men in Black, Willie Nelson, Chernobyl and of course Yoda, welcome to the latest edition of The Week with Planet Attractions
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 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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Taking a look at all the top stories from the last seven days, The Week will be available right here on planetattractions.com
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Jan 2021 |
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Saga will now resume operations in May in order to allow its customers enough time to get vaccinated
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2021 |
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Imagineering veteran and founder of the Designer's Creative Studio, Theron Skees, reveals how to take a brand concept and transform it into a physical environment
Theron Skees | The Designer's Creative Studio | 18 Jan 2021 |
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Oceania Cruises will set sail for a new cruise in their “Around The World In 180 Days” sailings.
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 18 Jan 2021 |
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Disney report outlines company’s plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and plastic waste by 2030
Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Dec 2020 |
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Bolt will become the world’s first rollercoaster to operate at sea when Carnival’s Mardis Gras sets sail in April
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 29 Dec 2020 |
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Wish fulfilled! Disney has offered a first look at the newest ship in its fleet - ‘Disney Wish’
Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 28 Dec 2020 |
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New training courses for themed entertainment professional will be available in January
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Dec 2020 |
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Theron Skees | The Designer's Creative Studio | 01 Dec 2020 |
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Dec 2020 |
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Multiple names take up positions on the corporate side of Carnival’s business
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2020 |
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