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Bristol Zoo to relocate in effort to safeguard its future

Bristol Zoo to relocate in effort to safeguard its future

Nov 30, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Europe & Middle East, News, World markets Comments Off on Bristol Zoo to relocate in effort to safeguard its future

The new Bristol Zoo will offer spacious, modern facilities, significant growth in conservation and education work and a ground-breaking, innovative visitor experience.
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Kansas City Zoo receives Parks Board approval to proceed with $75 million aquarium

Kansas City Zoo receives Parks Board approval to proceed with $75 million aquarium

Nov 27, 2020 Attractions, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Kansas City Zoo receives Parks Board approval to proceed with $75 million aquarium

The project uses the concept of marine currents as an interpretive framework.
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Weta Workshop Unleashed offers behind-the-scenes look at how movie effects are made with surprises around every corner

Weta Workshop Unleashed offers behind-the-scenes look at how movie effects are made with surprises around every corner

Nov 27, 2020 Asia, Attractions, News, World markets Comments Off on Weta Workshop Unleashed offers behind-the-scenes look at how movie effects are made with surprises around every corner

Inside Weta Workshop Unleashed, fantastical worlds come to life with resident creatures, one hyper realistic giant and a galactic robot.
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Eugene Naughton takes helm at Dollywood as Craig Ross is named COO of Herschend Growth & Opportunity Group

Eugene Naughton takes helm at Dollywood as Craig Ross is named COO of Herschend Growth & Opportunity Group

Nov 24, 2020 Attractions, Business, Headlines, News, People, Theme Parks, Water Parks Comments Off on Eugene Naughton takes helm at Dollywood as Craig Ross is named COO of Herschend Growth & Opportunity Group

As COO of The Herschend Growth and Opportunity Group, Ross’ knowledge and expertise in operational management will support the acquisition of new theme parks, aquariums and attractions, and...
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Brightline reaches agreement with Disney for high-speed rail station at Walt Disney World

Brightline reaches agreement with Disney for high-speed rail station at Walt Disney World

Nov 24, 2020 Attractions, Business, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Brightline reaches agreement with Disney for high-speed rail station at Walt Disney World

The proposed location would be in close proximity to Walt Disney World Resort’s four theme parks, two water parks and more than 25 hotels.
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Ultraleap and Aquarium of the Pacific to extend ‘virtual touch’ technologies on long-term basis

Ultraleap and Aquarium of the Pacific to extend ‘virtual touch’ technologies on long-term basis

Nov 24, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Technology & Media, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Ultraleap and Aquarium of the Pacific to extend ‘virtual touch’ technologies on long-term basis

Ultraleap’s technology, which uses ultrasound to create the sensation of touch in mid-air, allows users to feel (without touching anything) what is being shown on screen
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Verge Aero drones take center stage at President-Elect Biden victory celebration

Verge Aero drones take center stage at President-Elect Biden victory celebration

Nov 24, 2020 Attractions, Live Shows and Spectacles, News, North America, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on Verge Aero drones take center stage at President-Elect Biden victory celebration

In partnership with Verge Aero, Strictly FX deployed a fleet of 200 state-of-the-art drones for the event.
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7thSense Medialon Showmaster controls drive-in Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in Toronto

7thSense Medialon Showmaster controls drive-in Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in Toronto

Nov 24, 2020 Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Headlines, Museums, News, North America, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on 7thSense Medialon Showmaster controls drive-in Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit in Toronto

The Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit has become the world’s first immersive drive-in art experience after producers adapted the digital art show for the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic.
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From classics to high tech: Themed Entertainment Association announces newest Thea Award recipients

From classics to high tech: Themed Entertainment Association announces newest Thea Award recipients

Nov 19, 2020 Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, Headlines, Live Shows and Spectacles, Museums, News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on From classics to high tech: Themed Entertainment Association announces newest Thea Award recipients

The slate of 27th annual award recipients announced today will be celebrated with a series of Thea Awards Digital Case Studies rolling out from July - December 2021.
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FORREC Executive VP Steven Rhys retiring after 38 years of service

FORREC Executive VP Steven Rhys retiring after 38 years of service

Nov 18, 2020 Attractions, Business, News, People, Theme Parks, Water Parks Comments Off on FORREC Executive VP Steven Rhys retiring after 38 years of service

Rhys’ influential, innovative and genuine leadership style is one that has been built upon respect, a sincere desire to help clients, learning from the community, and sharing knowledge with his...
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