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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Feb 2025
From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers, dark ride producers and operations specialists, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2025
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Jan 2025
What ideas and emerging trends will shape the attractions industry over the next decade? Planet Attractions speaks to the experts to find the answers...
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Tom Anstey | 11 Dec 2024
WhiteWater is celebrating following the launch of its most ever new products at an IAAPA show, as well as two Brass Ring Awards for its Walhalla and Mini Blaster attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones and Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Nov 2024
With almost 42,000 industry professionals descending on Orlando for this year’s IAAPA Expo, here’s everything you need to know about this year’s event
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Nov 2024
WhiteWater is unveiling several new products and attraction categories during this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the new additions said to ‘redefine’ the modern waterpark
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Oct 2024
WhiteWater’s Geoff Chutter is set to be inducted into the IAAPA Hall of Fame, with Chance Rides’ Dick Chance also joining alongside two more industry veterans in this year’s class
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Oct 2024
IAAPA has elected six new members to its Global Board for 2025, with industry veteran Christopher Perry set to lead the organisation as chair in 2027
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Oct 2024
WhiteWater has celebrated the year in style, showcasing a series of aquatic attractions worldwide alongside its latest product innovations and company initiatives
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Jul 2024
A new waterslide has opened at Nagashima Spa Land in Japan, with the Mega Abyss from Whitewater breaking the record for the world’s largest funnel-shaped waterslide.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Jul 2024
The Thailand Amusement and Attraction Parks Expo is coming back to Bangkok’s Impact Exhibition Center later this year, with the event acting as a key meeting point for Southeast Asia’s growing attractions sector
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jul 2024
An upcoming theme park development in Poland is looking to provide competition to the likes of Energylandia, with the expansive Hossoland set to become one of the country’s largest attractions when it opens to the public next year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Jun 2024
New for 2024, Tassie’s Underwater Twist utilises digital elements to create a one-of-a-kind immersive waterslide experience, with the new addition now open to the public at Aquatica Orlando
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 May 2024
Leading themed entertainment design firm Falcon’s Creative Group has been announced as the master planner for the upcoming Dragon Ball theme park in Qiddiya, Saudi Arabia
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 May 2024
WhiteWater has been named as the supplier to Qiddiya’s Aquarabia, with the company set to deliver a range of groundbreaking and record-breaking products to the under-construction attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Apr 2024
One of Bali’s most popular waterparks has pledged to hit a net zero target by 2033, a move that would make the attraction one of the world’s most sustainable.
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Ray Sagasky | WhiteWater | 06 Mar 2024
What are some of the tips and tricks when it comes to simplifying waterpark maintenance? WhiteWater’s Ray Sagasky has the answers...
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Feb 2024
WhiteWater is set for a big 2024, with the waterpark supplier outlining a host of projects set to open their doors in the coming year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Feb 2024
Schlitterbahn New Braunfels will open a new child-focused section later this year, with Schatze’s Storybrook Park set to open in the summer with the first Master Blaster attraction built specifically for children
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Feb 2024
From waterpark suppliers and media specialists to creative designers, dark ride producers and operations specialists, Planet Attractions has gone to every corner of the globe to find out what’s hot in 2024
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Jan 2024
Swedish theme park Liseberg’s upcoming waterpark addition - Oceana - is nearing completion, with the attraction’s CEO, Andreas Andersen, sharing an update on the project.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 Jan 2024
Nominations are open ahead of the sixth edition of the annual MENALAC Awards, with the event set to celebrate the best in class for leisure and attractions in the MENA region
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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 | 08 Dec 2023
Aquatica Orlando has announced a new addition set to arrive in Spring 2024 - Tassie’s Underwater Twist.
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones and Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Nov 2023
IAAPA Expo is making its grand return to Orlando’s Orange County Convention Center this week, with the 2023 edition of the event selling out its trade show floor for the first time since 2019
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Nov 2023
At this year’s IAAPA Expo, WhiteWater will launch a new zero-G waterslide alongside several new attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Oct 2023
The World Waterpark Association (WWA) has named WhiteWater the winner of three of its Leading Edge Awards,
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Oct 2023
How do you create a successful stay at the waterpark for families with young children? WhiteWater’s Mark Weston has the answers
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2023
IAAPA is gearing up for its largest EMEA event ever, with the 2023 edition of IAAPA Expo Europe taking place in Vienna between September 25 - 28. Here’s everything you need to know about the event
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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 | 06 Jul 2023
Atlantic City is celebrating the launch of its latest attraction - a US$100m world-class indoor waterpark on the City Boardwalk
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Grant Poje | WhiteWater | 20 Jun 2023
WhiteWater’s Grant Poje showcases five indoor waterpark projects that are helping to advance the sector and boost the sector’s mainstream popularity
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 15 Jun 2023
IAAPA has announced the winners of its prestigious Brass Ring Awards, this time for best exhibits at the ongoing IAAPA Expo Asia 2023.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 May 2023
The Saudi Entertainment and Amusement Expo (SEA) is in full swing in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with the three-day event offering the chance for professionals to network during what is fast becoming one of the most important annual events on the industry calendar.
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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 | 11 May 2023
Swedish theme park Liseberg’s upcoming waterpark addition - Oceana - will take elements from some of the best offerings around the world and make it its own, according to CEO Andreas Andersen.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 May 2023
Andreas Andersen speaks to Planet Attractions about what's coming for Liseberg following the launch of Luna Park, the opening of the Grand Curiosa Hotel and the soon-to-open Oceana waterpark
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Apr 2023
Johan Björkman, general manager for the upcoming Oceana waterpark, has revealed the operator is already speaking to the world's top waterpark suppliers for future expansions.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Apr 2023
It's not scheduled to open until next year, but
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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 | 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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Una de Boer | WhiteWater | 08 Mar 2023
Equity is different from equality, and on International Women’s Day Una de Boer reflects how to support this foundational step towards a more just world
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Cassidy Newman | WhiteWater | 28 Feb 2023
Aquatic play structures are among the fundamentals needed for a waterpark. WhiteWater’s Cassidy Newman tells us why...
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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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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 | 18 Jan 2023
The Sidemen recently took a trip to Dubai for an epic game of hide and seek in one of the world’s premiere waterparks
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Nov 2022
More than 36,000 people travelled to Orlando in November for the annual spectacular known as IAAPA Expo. Planet Attractions was in attendance
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Nov 2022
Fresh off last week's IAAPA Expo, leading waterpark supplier Whitewater is celebrating after being honoured with three prestigious awards.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Nov 2022
WhiteWater will unveil six new products at IAAPA Expo, including three new waterslides, an all-in-one play structure and an innovation that ‘has been years in the making.’
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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 | 26 Oct 2022
Flight bookings to Qatar and the UAE are currently 10 times higher than pre-pandemic levels ahead of this winter’s FIFA World Cup
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Oct 2022
Ahead of a special industry panel looking at iconic attractions, experts from WhiteWater have named their personal picks, explaining why they think their choice is an iconic attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Oct 2022
WhiteWater brings a strong presence to each and every IAAPA Expo. The company’s chief marketing officer, Una de Boer, tells Planet Attractions about everything the company has to offer
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Sep 2022
IAAPA Expo Europe saw a 30% increase in attendees to its 2022 show in London, compared to its previous year in Barcelona
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13 Sep 2022
FlowRider, a WhiteWater company specialising in artificial surf experiences, will expand its product line with two new additions: Flow Curl and FlowSurf.
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Sep 2022
WhiteWater is set to offer attendees a first look at its record-breaking Icon Tower at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
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05 Aug 2022
Surftown MUC - an upcoming surf park featuring WhiteWater’s Endless Surf wave technology - has officially broken ground.
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03 Aug 2022
What’s the first attraction that comes to your mind when someone says ‘iconic’?
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WhiteWater | 28 Jul 2022
As we enter the busiest time of the year for most waterpark operators, the team at WhiteWater has offered some tips to ensure the season runs smoothly
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06 Jul 2022
Whitewater’s patented FlowRider is getting a new look, with the company introducing a brand new identity for the popular artificial surf brand.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Jun 2022
FlowRider’s FlowSurf technology was inspired by river waves and creates never-ending waves
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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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26 May 2022
Waterpark supplier WhiteWater has been awarded the prestigious Gold Standard status as one of Canada’s best-managed companies.
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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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Une de Boer | WhiteWater | 09 May 2022
What can the House of Gucci movie teach us about sustainability? WhiteWater’s Una de Boer tells all
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Apr 2022
The Dubai Entertainment, Amusement & Leisure Exhibition returned in 2022, bringing with it much success for attendees and exhibitors alike
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28 Mar 2022
Part of the Qetaifan Island North entertainment destination, new imagery has shown the latest update for Qatar’s upcoming US$270m (€245.7m, £206.2m) Aquatar Waterpark.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Mar 2022
WhiteWater will work alongside Swim Drink Fish to promote sustainability in the attractions industry and clear Canada’s waterways
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Mar 2022
The event will feature an extensive tradeshow and the MENALAC LEA Conference and awards
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16 Dec 2021
Industry publication
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Planet Attractions | 01 Dec 2021
Planet Attractions has expanded its offering with a brand-new jobs portal
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04 Oct 2021
An abandoned waterpark in California’s Mojave Desert could soon be given new life after private firm G&GF Enterprise received approval from San Bernardino County to revitalise the land.
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28 Sep 2021
WhiteWater has announced that Frank Good and Domingo Vergoossen will join the company in senior roles. Good will take on the role of VP of Business Development at Vantage, WhiteWater’s technology arm and has more than 10 years experience providing digital solutions to theme parks.
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Tom Anstey & Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 27 Sep 2021
IAAPA’s international trade show is back with IAAPA Expo Europe emanating from Barcelona, Spain. Here’s everything you need to know about the event
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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 | 26 May 2021
Endless Surf coming to Germany after plans approved for Surftown MUC
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 May 2021
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
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 16 May 2021
Going behind-the-scenes for the development of Legoland Windsor’s newest attraction, an evening with a videogame industry legend, the immersive Doctor Who experience coming to London and the Smithsonian’s latest out-of-this-world acquisition. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
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Alice Davis | Planet Attractions | 14 May 2021
In addition to the waterpark development, the former Six Flags site will boast theme parks and hotels under Sunac
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 May 2021
Industry veterans Caulonque and Thatcher have joined Endless Surf as demand grows for WhiteWater’s next-gen wave technology
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2021
The fourth shrine of Tutankhamun is heading to the Grand Egyotian Museum, Shakespeare’s Globe reopens for business, Paul Chutter on his new role at WhiteWater and Boris Johnson sparking controversy over the Elgin Marbles. Welcome to the latest edition of The Week from Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Mar 2021
After being named president for one of the world’s leading waterpark manufacturers, we had a chat with Paul Chutter about his new role, working with his father and what it means for WhiteWater going forward
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Alex Chapman | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2021
WhiteWater showcases Jungala Aqua Experience - a luxury waterpark designed to blend in with its surroundings
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