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News and articles about theme parks and visitor attractions and the industry in North America

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay granted American Humane Seal for positive treatment of animals

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay granted American Humane Seal for positive treatment of animals

Dec 12, 2018 Attractions, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums 0

For added rigor, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay's compliance with the American Humane Conservation standards was verified through an independent audit.
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Sally Corporation’s JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis to receive TEA Thea Award

Sally Corporation’s JUSTICE LEAGUE: Battle for Metropolis to receive TEA Thea Award

Dec 11, 2018 Business, Events, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets 0

The mixed-media ride took home IAAPA’s Best New Product and the Impact Award in 2015, from rides at Six Flags Over Texas and Six Flags St. Louis.  The seventh iteration, at Six Flags Magic...
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Meow Wolf announces Washington D.C. as newest host city for interactive experiential art exhibit

Meow Wolf announces Washington D.C. as newest host city for interactive experiential art exhibit

Dec 11, 2018 Attractions, Headlines, News, North America, World markets 0

The exhibition will feature a new immersive narrative with uniquely interactive art experiences.
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PGAV-designed aquarium moves one step closer to fanciful reality in Branson

PGAV-designed aquarium moves one step closer to fanciful reality in Branson

Dec 10, 2018 Attractions, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums 0

The estimated total cost of the aquarium is $51 million, and the amount of TIF assistance being requested is $7 million, or 13.7% of the overall project costs.
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Third quarter 2018 financial results for leading publicly traded theme park operators

Third quarter 2018 financial results for leading publicly traded theme park operators

Dec 05, 2018 Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Headlines, Latin America & Mexico, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets 0

Each of these companies is included in the AECOM/TEA 2016 Theme Index's list of the top 10 theme park groups worldwide.
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Knott’s Berry Farm integrating raft ride into park’s historic Calico storyline

Knott’s Berry Farm integrating raft ride into park’s historic Calico storyline

Dec 04, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Calico River Rapids will take voyagers on a search for new land through the outskirts of Calico, the richly themed area in Knott’s esteemed Ghost Town.
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Disneyland celebrates 90 years of Mickey Mouse in 2019

Disneyland celebrates 90 years of Mickey Mouse in 2019

Dec 04, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Get Your Ears On will present new ways to celebrate the beloved Mickey and Minnie, with new entertainment and décor at Disneyland Park.
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Two Alterface projects receive Thea Awards from TEA

Two Alterface projects receive Thea Awards from TEA

Dec 03, 2018 Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Alterface attractions in Poland and California received the prestigious annual Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement.
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ADG selected to design and build waterpark at Orlando’s Margaritaville Resort

ADG selected to design and build waterpark at Orlando’s Margaritaville Resort

Dec 03, 2018 News, North America, Water Parks, World markets 0

The waterpark will be the first in the area to have an adults-only area, which will feature a 2,500 sqft formal pool with ample deck space and lounge area.
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In Memoriam: JoDee Herschend, Co-owner of Herschend Enterprises

In Memoriam: JoDee Herschend, Co-owner of Herschend Enterprises

Nov 30, 2018 Attractions, Business, News, North America, People, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets 0

Over 50+ years, JoDee and Peter Herschend worked together to build Herschend Enterprises and raise five children.
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