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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Nov 2023
Scruffy Dog and Sela have teamed up to produce Wonder Garden - an immersive experience offering ‘limitless creativity’ during Riyadh Season
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Nov 2023
This year's IAAPA Expo brought huge news from across the industry, with Falcon’s Flight - the record-breaking coaster by Intamin coming to Six Flags Qiddiya - among the headliners
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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 | 12 Nov 2023
AV specialist Christie will showcase product capabilities of MicroTiles LED technology with video wall at IAAPA Expo 2023
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Nov 2023
At this year’s IAAPA Expo, BoldMove will host its first booth on the show floor, celebrating the milestone with the launch of a new IP for its Smash & Reload dark ride
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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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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 | 06 Nov 2023
Dual additions to accesso’s product portfolio have strengthened the attractions technology provider’s offering in 2023. Steve Drake, accesso’s senior vice president of Global Initiatives, speaks to Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Nov 2023
September saw the debut of a brand-new addition to Salt Lake City’s Lagoon Park - a hybrid rollercoaster and dark ride experience known as Primordial. Planet Attractions speaks to Ernest Yale and Nol Van Genuchten about the experience and how its team brought the first-of-its-kind attraction to life
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2023
Sacoa Cashless System is set to reveal a number of new features for its payments solution at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company also announcing a new partnership with Brazilian FEC chain HotZone
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Nov 2023
A coaster themed after gravy and Thanksgiving dinner is among the offerings this IAAPA season, with Vekoma highlighting a host of major projects set to open in 2024 at this year’s Expo
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2023
Semnox will introduce a number of innovative new solutions at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with a bigger booth and a larger team on-hand to welcome attendees to the Orlando show
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 30 Oct 2023
Simworx is set to celebrate the opening of Europe’s first Pegasus Flying Theatre attraction at IAAPA Expo, with the company also set to showcase several attractions innovations during this year’s show
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Oct 2023
Intamin’s Lukas Spieldiener speaks to Planet Attractions on the launch of a number of immersive projects this year, with further such attractions also in the pipeline for 2024 and beyond
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Oct 2023
Among its offerings at this year’s IAAPA Expo, leading guest experience platform Attractions.io is set to launch its MapLayr mapping engine and wayfinding solution as a stand-alone software development kit with the product set to go on show at the annual attractions spectacular
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Oct 2023
Bringing together some of the industry’s leading suppliers under one banner, the Attractions Technology Lab returns to Orlando next month to showcase a complete technical mock-up of a dark ride experience, with a behind the scenes look at how such an attraction comes to life
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Oct 2023
The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has debuted a brand new 3D digital display at its entrance, with a six minute show offering guests a look at the past, present and future of the US space programme
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Oct 2023
Attractions.io has partnered with Alton Towers to introduce an industry-first in-app dynamic lighting map to be utilised at the operator’s popular Scarefest and Ultimate Fireworks Spectacular events
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 Oct 2023
A new free-roaming immersive Angry Birds experience has made its debut, with the Pigvasion sending players on a mission to recover stolen eggs from some villainous pigs
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Oct 2023
Morty - an experience app which describes itself as ‘the ultimate social copilot for you and your friends’ - has raised more than US$2.2m as the company expands operations into the haunted attractions market
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Oct 2023
Benoit Cornet shares a fascinating insight into the world of dark rides and the emergence of his new company - BoldMove Nation
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Oct 2023
ADG’s Julie Kline speaks to Planet Attractions on everything the company has to offer, including the upcoming US$400m Okana development in Oklahoma
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Oct 2023
Alex Book, co-founder and chief strategy officer at Arcade – The Creative Reality Company, explains how attractions and cultural institutions can make use of immersive technologies to reach new audiences
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Oct 2023
Vekoma has a number of high-profile projects and products in development, with the company highlighting a number of major projects set to open in 2024 and beyond
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Oct 2023
Intamin, Simworx and Vekoma are among the winners in this year’s Park World Excellence Awards, with 2023’s recipients named at a glamorous show in Vienna, Austria
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Sep 2023
Triotech has announced the launch of its latest project - a ‘next generation interactive dark coaster at Salt Lake City’s Lagoon Park
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2023
Rollercoaster manufacturer Vekoma is set to exhibit its new Family Launch and Super Boomerang Coasters at IAAPA Expo Europe
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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 | 22 Sep 2023
There’s a transformative shift happening when it comes to use of technology in attractions management. Anthony Palermo, co-founder of Connect&GO, spoke to Tom Anstey...
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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 | 19 Sep 2023
Experiential design firm FORREC will showcase several of its latest projects, including the upcoming American Heartland Theme Park resort in Oklahoma, US
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Sep 2023
AV specialist Christie is to showcase new additions to its M 4K RGB projector series as well as new projects, including an immersive visitor attraction in Toronto, Canada
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Sep 2023
Experience UK’s UK Pavilion will return at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, with the booth offering an ‘experiential showcase of British ingenuity’ to all attendees
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 Sep 2023
Triotech will showcase several new projects and rides at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, including its Stand Up Theater and Qube attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Sep 2023
Attractions technology provider accesso will showcase the capabilities of it’s new PoS platform; accessoFreedom
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Sep 2023
Media-based attractions developer Brogent will showcase a new flying theatre attraction and film at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2023
Attractions.io will showcase its guest experience platform at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, with representatives on hand to guide visitors through the platform
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 Sep 2023
Ticketing specialist Convious will host several education sessions on revenue, visitor experience and operations at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe in Vienna
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 Sep 2023
At this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, Simworx will showcase a new turnkey ride concept, alongside its expansive portfolio of dynamic media-based attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Sep 2023
A world-first SpongeBob interactive dark ride is coming to Las Vegas’s Circus Circus, with Sally Dark Rides behind the US$6m development
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Aug 2023
Christie has worked with Maxin10sity to create a projection-mapped spectacle that has seen Germany’s Karlsruhe Palace transformed into a digital masterpiece
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 21 Aug 2023
A new Intamin-designed rollercoaster, combining water elements with a thrill ride experience, will open at Six Flags Over Georgia in 2024
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 Aug 2023
Manufactured by Rocky Mountain Construction, Silver Dollar City’s new Fire in the Hole indoor coaster is set to be the largest such attraction in the region when it opens in spring 2024
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 11 Aug 2023
CGI studio Red Raion announces the launch of new CGI title ‘Van Helsing - Rise from the Dark’ in 5D, VR and Dome formats
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Aug 2023
The Gunpowder Plot is a multilayered immersive experience set at the Tower of London. Planet Attractions spoke to the team behind the development to see exactly how it came to life...
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Aug 2023
The Cincinnati Black Music Walk of Fame has opened following a two-year planning and design process led by JRA, part of RWS Global
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Aug 2023
Scruffy Dog Creative Group has been contracted to lead development design and handle design delivery at the upcoming Six Flags theme park in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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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 | 03 Aug 2023
Connect&GO and Amilia have announced a strategic technology partnerships that will see the two companies work together in the development of cutting-edge solutions in eCommerce and attractions management
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Aug 2023
As the company continues its rapid expansion in 2023, guest experience platform Attractions.io has named Ted Ismert as its new chief operating officer
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Aug 2023
Cedar Point has announced a sequel to Top Thrill Dragster, with Zamperla behind the reimagined Top Thrill 2, which will break the record for the world’s tallest and fastest triple-launch strata coaster when it opens in 2024
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Jul 2023
A major US$2bn theme park and resort development comparable to the likes of Disney and Universal is set to open in 2026 in the state of Oklahoma
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Jul 2023
Dronisos has broken the record for the largest drone show ever performed in Europe, with the company behind Disneyland Paris’s Bastille Day nighttime spectacle
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 07 Jul 2023
Connect&GO has announced two new partnerships in France that will see the attractions technology specialists integrate its Konnect all-in-one platform with leading French ticket providers Ticketmaster France and France Billet
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Jun 2023
Attractions.io is seeking to partner with new vendors on its guest experience platform, introducing new technologies to further enhance its overall offering
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jun 2023
accesso has announced the acquisition of leading ticketing and visitor management system provider VGS, with the award-winning SnApp platform to be rebranded accesso Horizon
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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 | 09 Jun 2023
A new themed land has arrived at Kings Island, with Adventure Port taking visitors on a journey in search of an ancient lost city’s forbidden temple
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Jun 2023
A new VR cinema attraction that allows guests to observe a family group of endangered mountain gorillas in Rwanda has opened at Zoo Atlanta
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 May 2023
How can you leverage user-generated content and photo purchases to drive revenue and simultaneously promote your attraction? Attractions.io’s Peter O’Dare has the answers...
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 May 2023
Triotech has been selected to supply interactive dark rides for Saudi Arabia’s upcoming Transformers attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 May 2023
RWS Entertainment Group has rebranded as RWS Global to consolidate its subsidiaries – JRA, ted, and ARC – and strengthen its position as a global leader in the live entertainment sector
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 May 2023
Digital agency Rubber Cheese has teamed up with attractions management platform Convious to launch the 2023 edition of its Visitor Attraction Website Report. The survey was launched during this year’s Museums + Heritage Show
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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
Attractions.io has teamed up with the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex to develop a brand new experience platform for guests of the popular destination
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 May 2023
Le Pal has welcomed a brand new dark ride experience, with BoldMove Nation and Triotech joining forces to bring Champi’Folies to life at the French theme park and animal attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2023
The first ever recipients of The King’s Awards for Enterprise have been announced, with 7thSense recognised for demonstrating outstanding short-term growth and commercial success in international trade over the last three years
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Apr 2023
A first-of-its kind offering will make guests feel like they’re at the heart of the action during live UFC events, with Cosm’s ‘shared reality’ spectacles set to transform the way we watch live sporting events
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2023
Digital attractions platform Love To Visit has raised £2.1m as it aims to corner the UK tourism attractions market and expand its operations overseas
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 04 Apr 2023
Koji Naito has been named the chairman and CEO of Christie, with Naito set to assume the role in addition to his current position as president and CEO of parent company Ushio
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 31 Mar 2023
Arie Force One has been cleared for take off at Fun Spot America Atlanta, with the RMC steel coaster hybrid marking a major addition to the Georgia theme park
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Mar 2023
Christie has teamed up with Brazil’s Museum of Image and Sound of Ceará on the installation of an immersive multimedia room as part of a revamp of the historic institution
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 20 Mar 2023
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s Mission Ferrari opened to the public to much fanfare in January. Holovis’s James Lodder shares a decade-long journey to realise this incredible immersive rollercoaster experience
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Mar 2023
Fun Spot America Atlanta’s hotly-anticipated RMC-manufactured ArieForce One is set to open later this month, with the major attraction representing the park’s largest-ever investment
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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 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 | 03 Feb 2023
Norway’s TusenFryd will soon launch Europe’s first ever suspended triple launch coaster, with the NOK100m Storm - The Dragon Legend being described as the ‘most important single investment’ in the park’s 34-year history
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 02 Feb 2023
Media tech specialist 7thSense has been recognised for two products in its brand new Performer range at this year’s ISE, which is currently underway in Barcelona
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 25 Jan 2023
Connect&Go - a global leader in guest and attractions management technology - has grown significantly over the last decade. Its co-founder Anthony Palermo spoke to Planet Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Jan 2023
Chessington World of Adventures has unveiled what will become the world’s first Jumanji-themed coaster when it opens later this year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Jan 2023
Attractions.io has teamed up with SSA Group to provide a fully digital experience for visitors to cultural attractions in 2023
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jan 2023
It’s a new year with old records just waiting to be broken by some incredible new projects. Here are twelve blockbuster rollercoaster openings for the coming year
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Jan 2023
Trade body Experience UK has named David Willrich as its new chair
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Dec 2022
Simworx’s new flying theatre concept delivers a thrilling and immersive experience within a limited footprint. Simworx CEO Terry Monkton and lead creative Matt Clarkson told Planet Attractions more about the Brass Ring Award-nominated attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Dec 2022
When it comes to all-in-one solutions for visitor attractions, Semnox’s Venue Management Software system has transformed operations at popular FEC Kokomo Joe’s. Here’s how the technology works
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Dec 2022
Convious has signed a multi-year deal with West Midland Safari Park to supply its fully-integrated eCommerce and guest experience platform
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Dec 2022
Developed specifically for attractions, nWave’s newest title takes viewers on an adventure with skunk and martial artist Meg, as she searches for a missing relic
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 28 Nov 2022
World-leading visitor transportation specialist Severn Lamb has announced a major move in the acquisition of US company Trams International
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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
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
The attractions industry and wider attractions community has paid tribute to the legendary Alberto Zamperla following his death last week aged 71
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Nov 2022
ProSlide will announce a major new project at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company also revealing a record number of projects for 2023
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022
Extreme Engineering will announce four new Cloud Coaster projects as well as debut two new products at this year’s IAAPA Expo in Orlando
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022
A number of exhibitors will be using Christie technology at this year’s IAAPA Expo, with the company also set to showcase its MicroTiles LED among the products on its own stand
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2022
Spree Interactive is getting into the Christmas spirit a little early this year, with the launch of its Christmas Crunch VR title at the upcoming IAAPA Expo in Orlando
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 08 Nov 2022
Ride manufacturer Zamperla is behind the CA$9m development of what will be Canada’s fastest launch coaster when it opens in 2024
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Nov 2022
Red Raion will offer an exclusive preview of its latest title - ‘Around the World in 80 Days - Journey of Wonders’ - at this year’s IAAPA Expo
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 04 Nov 2022
Frontgrid has launched its ParadropVR Pod attraction at Adventure Park Snowdonia in North Wales
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 03 Nov 2022
The 2022 edition of IAAPA will see experience and attraction design firm Scruffy Dog return to the trade show floor for the first time since 2017
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 02 Nov 2022
The dynamic media-based attractions specialist will showcase the attraction alongside its new Overdrive concept at the IAAPA Expo in Orlando, Florida
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Nov 2022
The immersive attractions designer will unveil details of its new attraction, new project and new ride content throughout this year’s IAAPA Expo, which takes place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando in November
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Oct 2022
Gateway Ticketing Systems has appointed Joe Marshall to lead the company’s UK operations
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 24 Oct 2022
Convious showcased its digital engagement platform at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe. The company’s managing director for the UK & Ireland, Andy Povey, tells Planet Attractions about everything the company has to offer
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Oct 2022
Leading experience designers Mather & Co have named Kim Kherlopian as the company’s new managing director. Planet Attractions caught up with him at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe to find out more
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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 | 20 Oct 2022
Ohio’s Kings Island theme park will introduce Adventure Port, its newest themed area, in 2023. The themed land will feature several attractions and enhanced theming on a classic rollercoaster
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 19 Oct 2022
Creative firm Zeitgeist Design and Production is behind three of this year’s haunted houses at Hersheypark’s Halloween spectacular Dark Nights
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Oct 2022
Industry veteran Paul Kent has been named as VP of global business development at Mad Systems
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 06 Oct 2022
The entertainment group will provide full creative and production services for all live entertainment at this year’s IAAPA Expo
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Sep 2022
Family-friendly active free-roam VR experiences provider Spree Interactive showcased its technology at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe. Co-founder and CEO Jonathan Nowak Delgado spoke to Planet Attractions at the show
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Sep 2022
Katapult brought its entire team down to this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe in London. The company’s creative strategist, Kelly Herrick, spoke to Planet Attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Sep 2022
Simworx has partnered with Katapult to develop a new dark ride offering an adrenaline-fuelled car chase. Simworx CEO Terry Monkton and lead creative Matt Clarkson spoke with Planet Attractions about the exciting new project
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Sep 2022
Experiential design collective Conductr made its first appearance at an IAAPA show this year as part of the Experience UK stand in London. Planet Attractions spoke to co-founder and CEO Peter Cliff about the start-up and its plans for the future
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 22 Sep 2022
Triotech has landed a deal with Puy du Fou Asia that will see the dynamic attractions specialist supply several attractions to the upcoming SAGA attraction in Shanghai
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2022
BoldMove will offer attendees a close-up look at its AR Hybrid Quest attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Sep 2022
OCT Group has debuted a first-of-its-kind attraction at its new Fabland Valley Resort in China. Triotech’s Ernest Yale and Nol van Genuchten speak to Planet Attractions about the exciting new multi-path dark ride, how it came to be and what it could mean for future attractions
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Sep 2022
Planet Attractions recently travelled to meet the team behind IAAPA Expo Europe - the EMEA region’s largest trade show for the attractions industry. Here’s what to expect from this year’s show.
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 08 Sep 2022
Convious will recreate the guest experience to showcase the full capabilities of its cloud-based sales and marketing solution with an interactive, rocket ship-themed booth
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 07 Sep 2022
Holovis has created an innovative two-in-one system that supports the delivery of two different media or real-time interactive experiences simultaneously within the same ride or attraction
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 06 Sep 2022
accesso is set to showcase what it calls ‘the future of mobile consumer engagement’ at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe, with expanded solutions designed to help operators connect, engage and build loyalty with visitors
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 02 Sep 2022
Alterface has revealed new theming and media packages for its award-winning Action League dark ride
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 31 Aug 2022
Experience design firm FORREC will be on hand to discuss several of its high-profile projects, including the new Legoland Korea Resort, at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 27 Aug 2022
Attractions.io is adding a new feature to its mobile platform with the company set to showcase its new for 2022 wayfinding solution at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Aug 2022
An immersive experience celebrating the life and music of rock legend Prince has opened in Chicago
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Aug 2022
FORREC and Sun Group have formed a long-term strategic partnership to develop world-class tourism projects in Vietnam
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 Aug 2022
Media-based attractions specialist Triotech will showcase a new stand-up flying theatre attraction and announce a major European theme park project at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Aug 2022
The dynamic media-based attractions specialist will showcase several new ride concepts at IAAPA Expo Europe
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Aug 2022
Mather & Co has developed the visitor experience for Hydro Ness - a new hydro scheme in Scotland on the River Ness that generates renewable energy using an Archimedes Screw
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 27 Jul 2022
Experiential design collective Conductr has appointed Ben Dowson to oversee the company’s creative division
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 05 Jul 2022
Colour deficient and colour-blind visitors to Australia’s Chau Chak Wing Museum are now being offered special glasses to see works of art in clear, vibrant colour for the first time
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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 | 17 Jun 2022
The redeveloped ‘The Open Era’ gallery is now open to the public at the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Museum
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Jun 2022
Holovis and Azimuth have teamed up with grand plans to develop an XR content creation and digital engineering team in Malaysia, making the country a hub for the Southeast Asia region in XR technology development
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Jun 2022
The Tropical Paradise waterpark - part of the VinWonders Nha Trang Amusement Park - has reopened its doors following an expansion featuring new Polin attractions
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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 | 18 May 2022
FORREC’s Anthony Van Dam is set to leave the company after 34 years following his retirement announcement
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 18 May 2022
How do you develop a POS system that caters to both digital natives and the generation before them? Convious’s Miendu Dang has the answers
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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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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 May 2022
The highly-anticipated ‘Flying Eyes’ dark ride opened at the Sun World Theme Park in late April
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 29 Apr 2022
An iconic wedding destination is now home to a new visitor experience, with designers Mather & Co behind the newly-opened Gretna Green Experience
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 26 Apr 2022
A number of attractions suppliers and manufacturers have been named winners of China’s prestigious Golden Crown Awards
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 23 Apr 2022
The Hettema Group and Themespace are to combine their talents to form a single independent creative studio known as THG
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 22 Apr 2022
Ultraleap is introducing a new tool to allow the use of hand tracking while wearing a Pico Neo 3 VR headset
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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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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Apr 2022
Attractions.io’s Peter O’Dare explains how user segmentation is transforming the visitor experience for the better
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Apr 2022
The hotly-anticipated Fønix from Vekoma has opened to the public at Fårup Sommerland with the new rollercoaster representing the park’s largest investment ever
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 30 Mar 2022
Marwell Zoo and Attractions.io have teamed up for the development of a brand new app designed to enhance the visitor’s digital experience
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Mar 2022
The companies have entered into a three-year partnership that will see Accesso supply its point of sale solutions across four of Pyek Group’s waterparks
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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 | 22 Mar 2022
Walker joins the company with more than 20 years experience, having held senior creative roles at Universal Creative and Dynamic Attractions
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 14 Mar 2022
The B&M-designed Emperor has opened to the public at SeaWorld San Diego
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 09 Mar 2022
Leading experience designers Thinkwell have been acquired by Tait
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John Munro | Immersive | 21 Feb 2022
How does an immersive experience tie in with the metaverse? John Munro, CEO and chief creative officer for storytellers Immersive has the answers
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Feb 2022
Polin has named Matteo Ferrarini new business development manager of its
Western Europe team in Italy
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 17 Feb 2022
Park operators have submitted a planning application for a four-acre interactive play land
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 11 Feb 2022
Award-winning visual effects studio Moonraker is eyeing the planetarium market with the launch of its latest product - a full-dome experience that shows guests what it would be like to live and work on the moon
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 03 Feb 2022
Attractions.io partnership with Merlin Entertainments has been expanded to include the supplier’s mobile wallet technology at all Merlin-operated theme parks
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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 | 01 Feb 2022
WaterSlider VR is the latest offering from BoldMove, with the new product offering an underwater VR experience inside a life raft
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 21 Jan 2022
A pair of highly anticipated John Wick and Now You See Me attractions are making their way to MOTIONGATE at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Planet Attractions spoke to FORREC’s Eric O’Rourke about the record-breaking new additions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 19 Jan 2022
Lagotronics Projects will develop several media-based attractions, including a VR coaster and a dark ride for the upcoming Pradera Islands theme park
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Jan 2022
Cityneon has announced a deal with the Wuxi Jingkai Government to develop a global R&D facility in the city of Wuxi in China
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Jan 2022
Convious has named Andy Povey as its new managing director for the UK and Ireland, with Povey set to lead the company’s ambitious growth plan for the region
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 10 Jan 2022
We’re not far off Mark Zuckerberg’s big reveal of the metaverse and what that means for the future, but when it comes to attractions, there are some companies already well ahead of the curve. Andrew Jacobs, accesso’s chief commercial officer, explains what it means for operators to be in a mobile-first world.
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 13 Dec 2021
YellowRoc and ActiveLeisure have announced a partnership to deliver a complete construction and installation service for themed attractions
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 10 Dec 2021
The water ride manufacturer will offer new sustainable services and products as part of its commitment to decarbonise the attractions industry
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 26 Nov 2021
The company won prizes for best new product and best exhibit at this year’s IAAPA Brass Ring Awards
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 18 Nov 2021
The Ferrari Experience comprises immersive simulator rides, an eSports adrenaline hub and an exclusive themed dining experience
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 13 Nov 2021
The concept combines lighting, projection, audio and special effects to create an immersive mini-golf experience
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 12 Nov 2021
A new virtual reality platform from VRsenal can double efficiency, throughput and ROI in footprint and price compared to the company’s previous single-player model
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2021
Simworx will be on hand to discuss several of its projects, including the newly opened Massameer Experience Ride at Boulevard RUH City in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2021
ParadropVR Pod is a compact, attendant-free version of the company’s Paradrop VR attraction
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Nov 2021
Gateway’s immersive Guest Journey experience enables operators to experience their attraction from a guest perspective
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 02 Nov 2021
Illuminarium Experiences and Accesso are teaming up once again, with the operator set to make its Las Vegas debut at the highly-popular AREA15 immersive entertainment venue in 2022
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 28 Sep 2021
The new attraction combines cutting-edge multimedia with world-class storytelling with a flying theatre experience
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Sep 2021
Forrec has worked on several high-profile projects, including the Nickelodeon Universe indoor theme park at American Dream
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 24 Sep 2021
7thSense will be exhibiting at IAAPA Expo Europe as part of the Experience UK Pavilion
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Sep 2021
Attractions.io has developed a direct-to-table in-app food ordering system for those who want to maintain social distancing
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Sep 2021
Smash & Reload is a family-friendly attraction that combines competitive gameplay with a fun and interactive IP
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 16 Sep 2021
The upgraded Galaxy is an integrated solution combining ticketing, admission control, resource management
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 15 Sep 2021
Simworx will showcase two new attractions aimed at smaller venues at family entertainment centres at this year’s IAAPA Europe Expo
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 14 Sep 2021
Battle Arena is a new interactive ride concept from Lagotronics Projects that pits riders against each other as they battle to score points
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 01 Sep 2021
Kent will be responsible for leading business development for the company
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 27 Aug 2021
Pixel Artworks has worked with Merlin Entertainments to develop Sundown Spectacular - an all-new lightshow at Warwick Castle celebrating the end of the British summer
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Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 Aug 2021
China has welcomed a flying theatre to its Changbaishan Biosphere Reserve with Brogent Technologies supplying the landmark new attraction
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 09 Aug 2021
The experience was developed to meet growing demands for high-end turnkey solutions and reliable technology
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 23 Jul 2021
The Highland Council has appointed Mather & Co to help transform the castle into a world-class attraction
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Lauren Heath-Jones | Planet Attractions | 05 Jul 2021
The Mobile Food Ordering system saves guests time and reduces the risk of COVID transmission
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