Registration now open for IAAPA EMEA Trade Summit at Europa-Park February 2021

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Registration now open for IAAPA EMEA Trade Summit at Europa-Park February 2021

Sep 16, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, Museums, News, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Registration now open for IAAPA EMEA Trade Summit at Europa-Park February 2021

"We are thrilled to launch this new, unique event which will include a trade show experience, education sessions and networking opportunities"

SeaWorld Orlando announces Halloween Spooktacular 2020

Sep 15, 2020 Joe Kleiman Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on SeaWorld Orlando announces Halloween Spooktacular 2020

Capacity will be significantly limited to create even more open space for a visit that provides ample opportunity to maintain social distancing.

Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi awards “Go Safe” certification to Yas Theme Parks

Sep 15, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Europe & Middle East, News, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi awards “Go Safe” certification to Yas Theme Parks

Go Safe aims to uplift consumer trust and confidence, highlighting Abu Dhabi as a safe tourism destination.

Knott’s Berry Farm falls into the holiday season with Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween outdoor food and retail experience

Sep 14, 2020 Joe Kleiman Business, COVID-19, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Knott’s Berry Farm falls into the holiday season with Knott’s Taste of Fall-O-Ween outdoor food and retail experience

All Knott's Taste of Fall-O-Ween activities will be conducted at a safe and socially distant space for families to enjoy.

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay adds four new scare zones to Howl-O-Scream 2020

Sep 14, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Haunts, Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Busch Gardens Tampa Bay adds four new scare zones to Howl-O-Scream 2020

Designed to scare safely, the creative production team has consulted with medical experts to modify this year’s zone designs with a physical distancing focus, as well as enhanced health and safety...

Eicher Leisure Consultants representing Extreme Engineering in European market

Sep 14, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, News, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Eicher Leisure Consultants representing Extreme Engineering in European market

Eicher Leisure Consultants Ltd., a U.K. based company, will be representing Extreme Engineering’s coasters and engineering design services starting September 14th, 2020.

Holovis opening management and project office in Abu Dhabi

Sep 11, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Holovis opening management and project office in Abu Dhabi

Holovis has previously been heavily involved with project work on FerrariWorld Abu Dhabi, and helped create various rides and attractions for Dubai Resorts and Parks.

Hong Kong Disneyland’s parent company reappoints two independent directors to board

Sep 11, 2020 Joe Kleiman Asia, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Hong Kong Disneyland’s parent company reappoints two independent directors to board

Mr Cha Mou Sing, Payson and Mr Fung Ying Wai, Wilson have been re-appointed as Independent Non-Executive Directors for a term of two years

US travel industry introduces “Let’s Go There” campaign to ensure travelers it’s OK to start planning trips

Sep 10, 2020 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Business, Casino resorts, COVID-19, Headlines, Live Shows and Spectacles, Museums, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, Water Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on US travel industry introduces “Let’s Go There” campaign to ensure travelers it’s OK to start planning trips

The “Let’s Go There” campaign, which will extend into 2021, is the result of an industry-wide collaboration of more than 75 businesses and organizations

#82 – Solving problems with innovation

Sep 07, 2020 Joe Kleiman #82 - Solving Problems with Innovation, 2020, Asia, Attractions, Business, COVID-19, Current Issue, Europe & Middle East, Events, Features, Headlines, Museums, News, North America, People, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on #82 – Solving problems with innovation

Table of contents for Issue 82

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Smaller attractions: Following the leader
Sep 02, 2020 Comments Off on Smaller attractions: Following the leader

How smaller attractions stay competitive and innovative...
Nathan Jones: Continuing a journey of amazing attractions
Aug 19, 2020 Comments Off on Nathan Jones: Continuing a journey of amazing attractions

Following a long track record at both WhiteWater and...
Right place, write time
Jun 30, 2020 Comments Off on Right place, write time

Hollywood screenwriter Bennett Yellin authors a new future...
Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19...
May 18, 2020 Comments Off on Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19 affords a vision of leadership for the Location Based and Themed Entertainment Industry.

To help companies respond to industry-specific challenges,...
Inside the time machine
May 05, 2020 Comments Off on Inside the time machine

Creative Principals’ Geoff Thatcher says now is the...
InPark exclusive: International participants in Dubai Expo...
Apr 22, 2020 Comments Off on InPark exclusive: International participants in Dubai Expo 2020 share thoughts on the likely one-year postponement and the status of their pavilions

Leaders of several national pavilions being developed for...
Bingo Tso, ACE International, on the effects of COVID-19...
Apr 03, 2020 Comments Off on Bingo Tso, ACE International, on the effects of COVID-19 pandemic on Asian companies and the attractions market

Bingo Tso of ACE International shares his perspective from...
COVID-19: Reassurances from Beijing and Kelly Ryner...
Mar 17, 2020 Comments Off on COVID-19: Reassurances from Beijing and Kelly Ryner (Thinkwell)

"As for business here in China, there is a lot of positive...
California’s Great America WinterFest: Transforming a...
Dec 25, 2019 Comments Off on California’s Great America WinterFest: Transforming a theme park into a holiday wonderland.

With millions of lights and thousands of decorations, the...
#80 – IAAPA 2019
Nov 16, 2019 Comments Off on #80 – IAAPA 2019

Table of contents
Meet Amanda Thompson
Nov 15, 2019 Comments Off on Meet Amanda Thompson

IAAPA’s incoming chair has deep roots in the attractions...
TEA 2020
Nov 15, 2019 Comments Off on TEA 2020

A chat with Michael Blau - incoming TEA International Board...
IAAPA 2019 Chair David Rosenberg: The aqua-man
Nov 14, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA 2019 Chair David Rosenberg: The aqua-man

Rosenberg serves as the 2019 Chair of the IAAPA Board of...
CircusTrix CEO Fernando Eiroa: Leaps and bounds
Nov 14, 2019 Comments Off on CircusTrix CEO Fernando Eiroa: Leaps and bounds

InPark spoke with Eiroa about the unique business of...
InPark exclusive: Interviews with Jeremy Railton and...
Nov 09, 2019 Comments Off on InPark exclusive: Interviews with Jeremy Railton and Scott Ault on the launch of their new company, Railton Entertainment Design (RED)

Themed entertainment design veterans Jeremy Railton and...
ISE 2020
Oct 22, 2019 Comments Off on ISE 2020

The annual Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) trade show for...
IAAPA: “Wear comfortable shoes!”
Oct 21, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA: “Wear comfortable shoes!”

"If this is your first Expo, attend the First Time...
Netflix and thrill: Greg Lombardo joins the content...
Sep 11, 2019 Comments Off on Netflix and thrill: Greg Lombardo joins the content streaming powerhouse as Head of Experiences

Lombardo brings with him more than a decade experience in...
Transitions: Leaps and bounds
Sep 10, 2019 Comments Off on Transitions: Leaps and bounds

Industry professionals are making moves and creating waves
Exploring IAAPA Europe
Sep 09, 2019 Comments Off on Exploring IAAPA Europe

Meet recent additions to IAAPA’s European team
IPM Interview: Jennifer Lee Hackett, Sinking Ship...
Aug 08, 2019 Comments Off on IPM Interview: Jennifer Lee Hackett, Sinking Ship Entertainment

Giant screen veteran Jennifer Lee Hackett has joined...
John Miceli and the new DE-ŹYN Studios
Jun 28, 2019 Comments Off on John Miceli and the new DE-ŹYN Studios

Throughout his career, John Miceli has worked in feature...
Meet Lionsgate Entertainment World’s new general...
Jun 26, 2019 Comments Off on Meet Lionsgate Entertainment World’s new general manager: Selena Magill

Meet the new GM of Lionsgate Entertainment World, scheduled...
ECA2: All eyes on Lanzhou
May 08, 2019 Comments Off on ECA2: All eyes on Lanzhou

ECA2's latest spectacle, a permanent installation in a...
IAAPA Expo Asia
May 06, 2019 Comments Off on IAAPA Expo Asia

"Establishing a presence in both Hong Kong and Shanghai...

#82 – Solving problems with innovation
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on #82 – Solving problems with innovation
The InPark Magazine editors: Meet the press
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on The InPark Magazine editors: Meet the press
Alterface: Popcorn Revenge results
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on Alterface: Popcorn Revenge results
Christie: Ultimate contrast
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on Christie: Ultimate contrast
The Land of Legends meets Masha and the Bear
Sep 07, 2020 Comments Off on The Land of Legends meets Masha and the Bear
Diving into the TEA/ AECOM Theme Index
Sep 03, 2020 Comments Off on Diving into the TEA/ AECOM Theme Index
Smaller attractions: Following the leader
Sep 02, 2020 Comments Off on Smaller attractions: Following the leader
Funding, revenue, reopening and saving the animals: Museums...
Aug 15, 2020 Comments Off on Funding, revenue, reopening and saving the animals: Museums struggle in COVID times
Three industry leaders talk about the TEA Thea Awards: ...
Aug 05, 2020 Comments Off on Three industry leaders talk about the TEA Thea Awards: Nancy Seruto, Susan Bonds, and Wendy Heimann-Nunes
Going virtual: TEA honors Thea Award recipients with Digital...
Aug 03, 2020 Comments Off on Going virtual: TEA honors Thea Award recipients with Digital Case Studies event
Right place, write time
Jun 30, 2020 Comments Off on Right place, write time
Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19...
May 18, 2020 Comments Off on Eleventh Hour: The rise of consultants since COVID-19 affords a vision of leadership for the Location Based and Themed Entertainment Industry.