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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Apr 2024
Over the decades since Walt Disney opened his first theme park in 1955, the company’s tourism business has ballooned to an enterprise worth tens of billions in yearly sales, with sprawling locations in Anaheim, Orlando, Paris, Shanghai, Hong Kong and Tokyo.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Apr 2024
With the cruise industry aiming to hit carbon neutrality by 2050, could nuclear power be the unlikely answer to the problem?
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Apr 2024
As the city of Amsterdam continues to attempt to reduce tourism numbers, the city is taking its next big step by saying ‘no’ to new hotels.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2024
MSC Cruises has unveiled Cliffhanger - a new attraction coming to its upcoming World America vessel that will give riders a one of a kind of experience as they swing out 50m above the ocean
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Mar 2024
Iconic fashion designers and brands including the late Dame Vivienne Westwood, Stella McCartney and Christian Dior have collaborated with Blenheim Palace for the largest exhibition in the heritage destination’s 300-year history.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 25 Mar 2024
‘Evolution of Cruise’ will be the theme for this year’s Seatrade Cruise Global ahead of the industry-leading event’s return in April
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Mar 2024
The Disney Cruise Line has shared new details about its upcoming island destination Lookout Cay at Lighthouse Point, the tropical retreat in the Bahamas promising to bring the magic when it opens to guests this June.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Mar 2024
Adirondack Studios has named Jeff Moulton, former director of Client Delivery for RWS Global’s Holland America Line division, as the company’s new VP of Project Delivery
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Mar 2024
Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition has made history by becoming the most popular travelling exhibition at Carnegie Science Center in over a decade.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Mar 2024
Disney CEO Bob Iger has said the company has the ability to build seven full themed lands around the world, including expanding the size of Disneyland by up to 50%
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Feb 2024
Disney’s parks and experiences division has reported a 7% increase in revenue up to US$9.1bn despite rising operational costs and lower guest attendance at the Disney World resort in Florida
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Jan 2024
The Caribbean island of St Vincent is eyeing cruise visitors for a major new theme park based on the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Jan 2024
MSC Cruises, the world’s third largest cruise line, is setting course for Texas, US, after the cruise line opened sales for its new itineraries out of Galveston, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing US expansion.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Jan 2024
Entering 2024, companies across the attractions and themed entertainment industries are on the hunt for new talent. Check out some of the positions available right now worldwide
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jan 2024
ted - a company operating under the RWS Global banner - has announced a four-year partnership with Cunard, with ted working to elevate and modernise onboard entertainment for the luxury cruise brand.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Jan 2024
An animal attraction that earns the vast majority of its revenue from visiting tourists is suffering significant declines as a result of the cruise industry.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Dec 2023
A Carnival Cruise Line ship came to the aid of six men stranded in water near the Dominican Republic, after the cargo vessel they were traveling in capsized.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Dec 2023
The cruise industry is lined up for a record year, with travellers from across the globe booking trips in greater numbers than even before as the travel sector bounces back from the effects of the global pandemic
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Nov 2023
Royal Caribbean has taken delivery of its upcoming Icon of the Seas - a vessel launching in Miami in January 2024 offering a record-breaking waterpark as one of its main features.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Nov 2023
Disney CEO Bob Iger is set to host a company-wide town hall event on November 28, with Iger to discuss future opportunities and paint a clear picture for his plans going forward.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 Nov 2023
RWS Global will make its trade show debut at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company set to showcase its projects from the past 12 months
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2023
A US$1.2m underwater museum is set to open to the public by the end of the year, with the Spirit of SXM Sculpture Park coming to the island of Saint Martin in the Caribbean.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2023
One of the Edwardian era’s last remaining passenger steamships has docked in Kingston, Ontario, with the vessel set to become a permanent heritage attraction.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2023
The Disney Cruise Line has set sail for the first time from Australia, with the Disney Wonder departing from Sidney on October 28th.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Oct 2023
Industry professionals in the cruise sector are gearing up for a major event in the form of Seatrade Cruise Asia Pacific.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Oct 2023
Cruise operator Royal Caribbean has provided assistance to the US Department of State in helping to safely evacuate Americans from Israel aboard one of its vessels.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Oct 2023
Disney’s ability to create high-quality content on movies and TV along with real-world versions of these experiences allows the company to “occupy an unrivalled presence within the minds of people across the globe”.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2023
RWS Global will in attendance at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe to discuss major projects including the opening of the Hasbro City FEC, as well as several cruise line and resort partnerships
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Sep 2023
Disney said it would double spending on theme parks, resorts and cruise lines to $60bn over the next decade, sending shares lower despite a boost to the business segment that has driven profits over the past year.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2023
The famous Italian city of Venice is set to tackle over-tourism with the introduction of a €5 a day entry fee for visitors to the Unesco World Heritage Site
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Sep 2023
WhiteWater is set to announce several new projects at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe. The waterpark manufacturer will also showcase its line of Blaster water rides at the event
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Sep 2023
The Disney Treasure cruise ship will set sail at the end of next year, with Disney unveiling its latest offering in a rapid expansion of its popular cruise operation
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Aug 2023
Norway’s cruise industry is booming, with 5.5 million passengers expected to make a port call during 2023 as individual visits shoot up by 29%
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Aug 2023
Peter van der Schans has now been at the helm of IAAPA’s EMEA operations for more than a year. He shares with Planet Attractions how that year has gone and the progress being made in the global attractions markets of Europe, the Middle East and Africa
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Aug 2023
ted, part of RWS Global, has developed 40 brand new entertainment experiences onboard the Marella Voyager, the newest addition to the Marella Cruises’ fleet.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2023
Disney’s parks and experiences division has reported US$8.3bn in revenue for Q3 2023, despite rising operational costs and lower guest attendance at the Disney World resort in Florida
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Joshua Atkinson | Planet Attractions | 07 Aug 2023
Dive in as FlowRider’s Joshua Atkinson explores the shift in consumer mindsets and its impact on the attractions industry
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Aug 2023
Luxury cruise operator Mundy Cruising has said that use of artificial intelligence (AI) will “unlock a host of developments in ship design and on-board experience”.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Aug 2023
Adam Savage, the original co-host of Discovery Channel’s
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Jul 2023
The Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia has announced the launch of Asfar - a new company designed to support the growth of the kingdom’s tourism sector
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Jul 2023
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) has debuted a new progress report that enables fans to track the construction of its upcoming cruise ship - the Disney Treasure.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jul 2023
Amsterdam has banned cruise ships from the city’s centre in an attempt to limit visitor numbers and curb pollution levels.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jul 2023
Passenger and freight shipping company Arctic Umiaq Line and cruise operator Hurtigruten Norway have announced a new partnership designed to boost growth and opportunities in Greenland's tourism industry.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Jul 2023
In the midst of its global and domestic investment spree, Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has declared a loss on investments of US$11bn for last year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Jul 2023
Carnival’s Holland America has announced the launch of National Geographic Day Tours - experiences that allow guests to connect in a sustainable way with destinations in the Mediterranean.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 30 Jun 2023
Virgin Voyages has partnered with Jennifer Lopez to launch Jen A.I. a new tool that enables guests to receive personalised invitations from the pop superstar
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www.seatradecruiseglobal.com | 08 - 11 Apr 2024
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jun 2023
Hamburg, Germany, is set to welcome back Seatrade Europe from September 6-8, marking the first return of the event to the continent since the emergence of the global pandemic.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Jun 2023
Princess Cruises has said it will not be adding a rollercoaster or waterpark to its offerings, after announcing a new activity zone onboard its upcoming Sun Princess.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jun 2023
Cruise operator Hurtigruten Norway has unveiled plans for the company’s first zero-emission ship.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Jun 2023
Carnival is debuting what it calls ‘the most engaging family activity zone ever featured on a Princess cruise ship’ with Park19 set to make its debut on board the upcoming Sun Princess in February 2024
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jun 2023
MrBeast has released a new video which sees the world’s biggest YouTuber take over Royal Caribbean's gigantic Harmony of the Seas cruise ship
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2023
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) has teamed up with several community organisations in the Bahamas to build a new garden at the Ranfurly Homes for Children, which is hoped will inspire the young residents to grow and eat their own produce.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Jun 2023
Paul Ludlow, president of P&O Cruises, has been named president of Carnival UK in a new consolidated position.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Jun 2023
Miirage is a new modular holographic system bringing the virtual world to life without any additional need for mobile devices, screens or wearables. The creators behind the technology speak to Planet Attractions about the new product and exactly what it can do...
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 26 May 2023
MSC Eurbia will become the world’s first net zero greenhouse gas emissions cruise when it sets sail next week
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 May 2023
UN experts have expressed alarm after three people evicted from homes to make way for Saudi Arabia’s The Line, now face the death penalty
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 May 2023
Disney has announced that its Star Wars Galactic Starcruise experience will cease operations permanently in September 2023 after only 18 months
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 May 2023
The Carnival Dream cruise liner helped a number of people in need after their boat capsized in the Belize Channel.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 May 2023
Cruise line operator Royal Caribbean could be planning to expand its reach in the Bahamas, after a team was sent to scout Rum Cay as a potential new private island destination
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 May 2023
WhiteWater has revealed details of more than 60 major projects across its waterpark, water ride and surf divisions opening worldwide throughout 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 May 2023
Showcasing exactly what it means to produce an immersive entertainment experience, RWS Entertainment Group and MSC Cruises have turned their eyes to fitness and wellbeing, with a new programme on MSC’s Euribia debuting in May and June for teens and kids.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 26 Apr 2023
Nassau Cruise Port in the Bahamas is scheduled to reopen next month following a US$300m renovation targeting increased visitor numbers and an enhanced visitor experience
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Apr 2023
With the attractions and cruise industries seemingly closer than ever before, RWS CEO Ryan Stana speaks to Planet Attractions about what that means and the steps we can take to bring these two powerhouses under one metaphorical roof
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Apr 2023
Hong Kong’s tourism board has announced its “return to its position as Asia’s cruise hub”, following 160 ship calls from 16 cruise lines so far in 2023.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 20 Apr 2023
JRA has announced a new company structure that sees Mark Amos promoted to the role of executive VP, while former president Keith James becomes chairman
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Apr 2023
The Caribbean’s most popular cruise destination is about to gain a major new port, with work on Calypso Cove to start towards the end of this year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Apr 2023
Disney’s leadership structure continues to change, with Bob Iger naming company veteran Asad Ayaz as the company’s first-ever chief brand officer
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Mar 2023
Meyer Group has unveiled the cruise ship of the future with its Reverse concept showing what such a vessel could look like in the year 2100
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Mar 2023
Colombian tourism has been showing unprecedented rise in numbers with the cruising industry pivotal to the whole sector’s growth.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Mar 2023
Disney Cruise Line (DCL) and the Singapore Tourism Board (STB) have announced plans to bring Disney cruises to the southeast Asia region for the first time.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Mar 2023
The Taiwan Tourism Bureau and Taiwan International Ports Corporation have joined forces to showcase the country’s cruise tourism opportunities, with the aim of driving economic growth and expediting the revival of Taiwan's cruise market.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2023
More musical fun at Seatrade this time from the Aruba stand with a tune that will surely be familiar to the Disney faithful.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2023
Among the exhibitors at this year’s Seatrade are a range of tourism bodies representing all the global cruise ports and related attractions from around the world. Over at the Virgin Islands stand, this colourful character was showcasing some of the destinations culture for attendees.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2023
With the show floor open, we’ve taken a time-lapsed walk around Seatrade Cruise Global. Split between suppliers, ports and operators there’s a lot to see at this year’s show and plenty for attractions operators and suppliers to sink their teeth into. Check out the video below!
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2023
Kicking off the conference portion of the event yesterday, Seatrade Cruise Global today opened its show floor, with exhibitors from across the globe showcasing their products and destinations.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Mar 2023
SeaTrade Cruise Global has returned to Tampa, Florida, US, with a day of conferencing ahead of the launch of the show floor tomorrow (March 28).
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Mar 2023
Icon of the Seas will feature the largest waterpark at sea when it sets sail for the first time in 2024, here’s what went into developing the record-breaking attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Mar 2023
A cargo port controversially seized from a US company last week by the Mexican government has been earmarked for an XCaret style water and theme park, as well as a docking point for cruise ships
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Mar 2023
Cruise line operator Royal Caribbean has announced the permanent closure of its Sky Pad attraction.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Mar 2023
SeaTrade Cruise Global is returning to Florida. Here’s everything you need to know...
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www.seatradecruiseglobal.com | 27 - 30 Mar 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Mar 2023
David Herrera has been named the new president of Norwegian Cruise Line, with Harry Sommer transitioning to be the next president and chief executive officer of parent company Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Mar 2023
Disney has revealed a ‘real’ lightsaber at this year’s SXSW, an arts and technology festival currently underway in Austin, Texas
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Mar 2023
A new report exploring the market dynamics of the global cruise industry estimates the sector to grow to $16.7bn over the next several years
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Mar 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Mar 2023
A cruise ship that bought aid and anchored at Tosyalı İskenderun Port in the southern province of Hatay has opened its doors in service of the quake survivors who lost everything in the deadly quakes of February 6.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Mar 2023
We’re still early into 2023 and leading waterpark manufacturer WhiteWater has already opened two water rides – Super Flume and River Raft at VinWonders in Phú Quốc, Vietnam.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Mar 2023
Cruise Saudi welcomed a record number of tourists, with almost 9,000 visitors from three cruise ships passing through two Cruise Saudi ports on Saudi Founding Day at the end of February.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Mar 2023
Keith James, president of JRA; Robin Breese-Davies, executive vice president of ted; and Danielle Kramer, executive vice president of RWS, speak to Planet Attractions about what looks to be a bumper year ahead for the company
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Mar 2023
Nicole Scherzinger has partnered with P&O Cruises in a deal that will see the multi-award-winning performer create “spectacular music and dance extravaganzas” for the operator in an exclusive entertainment partnership.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Feb 2023
Cruise operator Hurtigruten Expeditions has welcomed explorer Alex McNeil to its team, with McNeil set to develop the company’s next generation of expedition cruises.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Feb 2023
Under the RWS banner, ted and JRA have a host of live shows and experiences set for 2023, with dozens of spectacles set to wow audiences worldwide through the year.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Feb 2023
DEAL is coming back to Dubai next month. Here’s everything you need to know about the region’s hottest attractions show
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Feb 2023
Cruise line MSC Group is set to expand its fleet with two new ships in 2023.
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Tom Anstey and Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Feb 2023
From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers and dark ride producers, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Feb 2023
‘More people than ever’ are exploring the possibility of booking a cruise, with new research showing a 10% increase in the number of people planning such a journey.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Feb 2023
Luxury cruise line Cunard is offering guests joining its Queen Elizabeth ship in Alaska the opportunity to experience the world-famous Rocky Mountaineer train through the Canadian Rockies.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jan 2023
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Jan 2023
Ukrainian refugees living on an Ambassador Cruise Line ship in Glasgow are to be rehomed as the Scottish government's contract with the vessel comes to an end.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jan 2023
MSC and the New York Knicks have announced a multi-year marketing partnership that sees MSC become the official cruise line of the NBA side
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jan 2023
Solo travel is becoming a more popular choice for holidaymakers, according to new research released by Norwegian Cruise Line.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Dec 2022
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.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Nov 2022
Dronisos is seeking partners in the US following a successful year, which saw the company serve as a technology partner for Disneyland Paris
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Nov 2022
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has recognised Futuroscope’s Chasseurs de Tornades (Tornado Chaser) with a Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Nov 2022
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
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Nov 2022
RWS’s Sponsored Spotlight will showcase the company’s ‘endless possibilities’ following major acquisitions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Nov 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Oct 2022
Cunard has announced its 2023 Insights enrichment programme, with adventurer Bear Grylls taking centre stage for the operator’s maiden 2023 voyage to Alaska
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Oct 2022
Cruise operator Holland America Line is celebrating 150 years with the announcement of a partnership with the Statue of Liberty-Ellis Island Foundation
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07 Oct 2022
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Sep 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Sep 2022
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
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28 Sep 2022
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).
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Tom Anstey & Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2022
IAAPA Expo Europe is coming to London this September. Here’s everything you need to know about the event
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Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 02 Sep 2022
The kind of robotic technology seen at theme park rides worldwide will soon be available to cruise passengers out at sea
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Aug 2022
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
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15 Aug 2022
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2022
Carnival’s new sustainability plan will cut its emissions by 500,000 metric tons per year and save US$150m annually in fuel costs
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Jul 2022
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
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19 Jul 2022
Royal Caribbean has received approval to acquire the “ultra-luxury” cruise ship Endeavor, which was originally delivered to Crystal Cruises in 2021.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jul 2022
Rounding up all the biggest news from fans and influencers, here is your latest edition of From the Community from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Jul 2022
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
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01 Jul 2022
Following its official christening yesterday, Disney Cruise Line has released new imagery from the ceremony, celebrating the landmark launch.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jun 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jun 2022
The Disney Wish will soon set sail with visitors on board following a special christening event in Port Canaveral, Florida
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Jun 2022
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
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16 Jun 2022
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.
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10 Jun 2022
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.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Jun 2022
The concert series, the second such partnership between Sofar Sounds and Tiqets, will see artists perform at iconic attractions in London and San Francisco.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 May 2022
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
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19 May 2022
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,
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2022
Returning this Autumn, Disney Cruise Line’s Halloween on the High Seas will include new one-of-a-kind Halloween experiences
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 May 2022
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
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11 May 2022
Former Disney man Michael Jungen has taken up a new position as the president of WhiteWater’s Vantage division.
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Planet Attractions | 05 May 2022
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
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29 Apr 2022
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Apr 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2022
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
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08 Apr 2022
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.
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07 Apr 2022
Norwegian Cruise Line has announced plans to “sail into the Metaverse” with the launch of its own NFT collection.
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05 Apr 2022
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.
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10 Mar 2022
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%.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Mar 2022
Leading experience designers Thinkwell have been acquired by Tait
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24 Feb 2022
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Feb 2022
The cruise industry could soon face taxes in excess of US$2bn a year should a new tax levy on carbon emissions gain approval
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Feb 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Feb 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Feb 2022
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jan 2022
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jan 2022
Norwegian Cruise Line has been forced to cancel cruises throughout January
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12 Jan 2022
Ruth Venn has been appointed as director of sales for P&O Cruises, replacing Nathaniel Sherborne who will leave the business in early March.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jan 2022
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Jan 2022
A number of Covid outbreaks over the New Year period are causing chaos for the already disrupted cruise industry
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Dec 2021
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!
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07 Dec 2021
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.
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06 Dec 2021
Norwegian Cruise line says it has identified “a handful” of cases among guests and crew onboard its ‘Breakaway’ vessel.
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06 Dec 2021
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.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Nov 2021
The show has been exclusively developed for the Disney Wish and will feature a reimagined script and score
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Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 12 Nov 2021
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
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09 Nov 2021
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.
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27 Oct 2021
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Oct 2021
Paul Rudd, Evangeline Lily, Anthony Mackie, Brie Larson and more have lent their talents to the Disney Cruise Line’s upcoming Marvel Experience
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25 Oct 2021
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Oct 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Oct 2021
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!
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14 Oct 2021
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.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2021
Disneyland is getting its first movie with Halloween’s David Gordon Green lined up to direct the origin story of origin stories
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Oct 2021
The first ship from Virgin Voyages fleet of cruise ships has completed its journey from PortMiami to Nassau and Bimini in the Bahamas
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04 Oct 2021
Making cruise ships more environmentally friendly could help attract tourists interested in eco-friendly holidays.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Sep 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Sep 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Sep 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 04 Aug 2021
This is the first cruise the company has done in almost a year and a half
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Aug 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jul 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jul 2021
Disney has released a new docuseries exploring how it managed to bring some of its most popular attractions to life
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Jul 2021
Disney’s Jungle Cruise has undergone a full reimagining, with the ride experience completely modernised to ‘better reflect and value diversity’
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jul 2021
Disney is promising a first-ever Marvel-cinematic dining adventure with the debut of Avengers: Quantum Encounter on board the Disney Wish
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jun 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2021
A UK-only cruise has been barred from docking in Greenock by the Scottish government
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jun 2021
The trend for autonomous vehicles continues to grow, with Amsterdam currently testing the use of self-driving electric boats in its waterways
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 May 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 May 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 May 2021
The Smithsonian has partnered with cruise operator Ponant to offer educational voyages to a number of destinations worldwide
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 May 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 05 May 2021
"We're powering the magic by harnessing the power of the sun"
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 May 2021
Coming to the hotly-anticipated Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser hotel experience, Disney has unveiled what looks like the most realistic lightsaber ever created
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 May 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 May 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Apr 2021
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
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Apr 2021
Disney Wish will set sail for the first time in June 2022
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Apr 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Apr 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 13 Apr 2021
The head of the island’s tourism commission takes the helm from May
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Apr 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Apr 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is your latest edition of From the Industry from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Apr 2021
Cruise ships are no longer welcome in Venice following a ruling by the Italian government
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Mar 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Mar 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Mar 2021
Universal is rethinking elements of its Dr Seuss attractions after the book’s publisher removed number of titles from circulation
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Feb 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is this week’s edition of From the Industry
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Feb 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Feb 2021
Combined Q1 results saw losses of US$1.06bn for Disney’s theme parks domestically and globally
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Feb 2021
Rounding up all the biggest news from both publications and associations, here is this week’s edition of From the Industry
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Feb 2021
Cruise Saudi will develop ports and terminals in several cities and tourist destinations, as well as itineraries that explore Saudi heritage and culture
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Jan 2021
Featuring Men in Black, Willie Nelson, Chernobyl and of course Yoda, welcome to the latest edition of The Week with Planet Attractions
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Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 27 Jan 2021
The boat ride, first opened in 1955, is getting an overhaul ‘to reflect and value diversity’
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Jan 2021
Taking a look at all the top stories from the last seven days, The Week will be available right here on planetattractions.com
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2021
Saga will now resume operations in May in order to allow its customers enough time to get vaccinated
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Theron Skees | The Designer's Creative Studio | 18 Jan 2021
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
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Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 18 Jan 2021
Oceania Cruises will set sail for a new cruise in their “Around The World In 180 Days” sailings.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 29 Dec 2020
Disney report outlines company’s plans to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and plastic waste by 2030
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Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 29 Dec 2020
Bolt will become the world’s first rollercoaster to operate at sea when Carnival’s Mardis Gras sets sail in April
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Chris Tebbutt | Planet Attractions | 28 Dec 2020
Wish fulfilled! Disney has offered a first look at the newest ship in its fleet - ‘Disney Wish’
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Dec 2020
New training courses for themed entertainment professional will be available in January
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Dec 2020
Multiple names take up positions on the corporate side of Carnival’s business
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