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Could Mad Systems’ new recognition technology “change everything” about experience design?

Could Mad Systems’ new recognition technology “change everything” about experience design?

Nov 11, 2020 #85 - Looking forward to the future, 2020, Attractions, Business, Current Issue, Features, Homepage Slider, IPM Interviews, Museums, News, People, Technology & Media Comments Off on Could Mad Systems’ new recognition technology “change everything” about experience design?

You know, when a designer comes into our lab and sees what we have developed, the usual response is, “Oh my gosh! This changes everything!” and it does.”
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InPark exclusive: Three key players talk about Crayola’s new interactive exhibit and the brand’s expanded LBE presence

InPark exclusive: Three key players talk about Crayola’s new interactive exhibit and the brand’s expanded LBE presence

Sep 24, 2020 Attractions, Education, Features, Homepage Slider, IPM Interviews, Museums, News, North America, Technology & Media, Uncategorized Comments Off on InPark exclusive: Three key players talk about Crayola’s new interactive exhibit and the brand’s expanded LBE presence

This tour represents the next step in a portfolio of LBEs being brought to the consumer by Crayola, and will be unlike anything previously seen in the museum touring space. -- Warren Schorr, Crayola
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In-person IAAPA Expo 2020 cancelled; virtual conference will take its place, Nov 16-18

In-person IAAPA Expo 2020 cancelled; virtual conference will take its place, Nov 16-18

Sep 04, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Education, Features, Homepage Slider, News, Uncategorized, World markets Comments Off on In-person IAAPA Expo 2020 cancelled; virtual conference will take its place, Nov 16-18

The IAAPA Expo in Orlando is the largest trade show and convention for the industry it serves and has been a mainstay on the business calendar for many years. The announcement was made Sept 4, 2020.
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Themed entertainment in academia – Free IPM e-book

Themed entertainment in academia – Free IPM e-book

Sep 03, 2020 IPM books, News Comments Off on Themed entertainment in academia – Free IPM e-book

Edited by Judith Rubin Today, it’s possible to study themed entertainment in college and even have the chance to be recruited into the industry from there. A student can graduate […]
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The universal appeal of PEANUTS™: InPark exclusive interview with Craig Herman

The universal appeal of PEANUTS™: InPark exclusive interview with Craig Herman

Jul 20, 2020 Asia, Attractions, Features, Homepage Slider, Museums, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on The universal appeal of PEANUTS™: InPark exclusive interview with Craig Herman

The beauty of Peanuts is that it speaks to human nature and the highs and lows of the human experience. -- Craig Herman
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Support and reports for re-opening in #COVID times, from ESA, WWA & AIA

Support and reports for re-opening in #COVID times, from ESA, WWA & AIA

May 12, 2020 2020, Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Events, Features, Homepage Slider, Museums, News, Theme Parks, Uncategorized, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Support and reports for re-opening in #COVID times, from ESA, WWA & AIA

In the business of theme parks, waterparks, attractions and live events, both operators and suppliers are looking for safe ways to restart business and resume gatherings in the real world.
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How attractions industry creatives and geeks shelter in place, inventively

How attractions industry creatives and geeks shelter in place, inventively

May 11, 2020 2020, Business, COVID-19, Features, Haunts, Homepage Slider, Live Shows and Spectacles, News, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Uncategorized Comments Off on How attractions industry creatives and geeks shelter in place, inventively

The inventiveness of the themed entertainment industry, its team-oriented culture and sense of humor assert themselves even in COVID lockdown.
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Getting back on the road in COVID times? Travel advisors want to help you plan.

Getting back on the road in COVID times? Travel advisors want to help you plan.

May 08, 2020 2020, Business, COVID-19, Features, Homepage Slider, News, Uncategorized, World markets Comments Off on Getting back on the road in COVID times? Travel advisors want to help you plan.

"A travel advisor has people on the ground, people they can vouch for, that can help take care of you in a crisis."
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MAPIC 2020 + LeisurUp to convene in Cannes in November

MAPIC 2020 + LeisurUp to convene in Cannes in November

May 07, 2020 2020, Business, Events, Features, Homepage Slider, News Comments Off on MAPIC 2020 + LeisurUp to convene in Cannes in November

MAPIC 2020 is introducing a new element, LeisurUp, billed as "the new global B2B leisure event to create unique live experiences."
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Resuming activity in COVID times: Support and reports from Bacta, IAAPA and UFI

Resuming activity in COVID times: Support and reports from Bacta, IAAPA and UFI

May 06, 2020 2020, Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Events, Features, Homepage Slider, News, Uncategorized, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Resuming activity in COVID times: Support and reports from Bacta, IAAPA and UFI

As theme parks, museums and the supplier community look for safe ways to restart business in the real world, trade organizations such as IAAPA, Bacta and UFI are producing targeted studies and...
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