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Six Flags Dubai officially placed on indefinite hold

Six Flags Dubai officially placed on indefinite hold

Feb 07, 2019 Business, Europe & Middle East, News, Theme Parks, World markets 0

The syndicated finance facility intended for utilisation as part of the development of the Six Flags branded theme park is no longer available, and the Six Flags Dubai project cannot proceed at this...
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Dubai Parks and Resorts reports significant attendance increase for first half of 2018

Dubai Parks and Resorts reports significant attendance increase for first half of 2018

Jul 17, 2018 Business, Europe & Middle East, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, Water Parks, World markets 0

The Lapita™ Hotel average occupancy rose to 55% in the first half of the year, showing significant improvement compared to 24% occupancy reported during the same period last year.
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Thea Case Studies Day 2018

Thea Case Studies Day 2018

Apr 25, 2018 #73 - Asia and Technology, 2018, Asia, Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, Events, Features, Headlines, Museums, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Each session of the Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) 2018 Thea Case Studies Day on April 6, showcased a project honored the following evening at the annual TEA Thea Awards Gala (April 7), and...
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Parques Reunidos to Manage Third UAE Park with Addition of Dubai Safari

Parques Reunidos to Manage Third UAE Park with Addition of Dubai Safari

Apr 16, 2018 Attractions, Business, Europe & Middle East, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums 0

Parques Reunidos currently manages MOTIONGATE™ Dubai and Bollywood Parks Dubai at Dubai Parks and Resorts.
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MOTIONGATE Dubai: Dreams in motion

MOTIONGATE Dubai: Dreams in motion

Feb 13, 2018 #71 - MENA/Entertainment, 2016, 2018, Business, Events, Features, IPM Interviews, Theme Parks 0

The DreamWorks zone lets guests choose between four highly themed areas based on DreamWorks IP.
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Matthew Priddy to Oversee Themed Entertainment Projects for Cumming Corporation

Matthew Priddy to Oversee Themed Entertainment Projects for Cumming Corporation

Jan 12, 2018 Attractions, Business, News, People, Theme Parks 0

Most recently, he was the Chief Technical Officer for DXB Entertainments’ $3.5 billion Dubai Parks and Resorts development.
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Holovis Immersive Tunnel Key Component of New “Hunger Games” Themed Area at MOTIONGATE Dubai

Holovis Immersive Tunnel Key Component of New “Hunger Games” Themed Area at MOTIONGATE Dubai

Nov 29, 2017 Europe & Middle East, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets 0

Holovis' proprietary PixControl system results in every guest now having the perfect experience with optimum sightlines, regardless of seat position or height.
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MOTIONGATE Now Complete With Opening of World of The Hunger Games

MOTIONGATE Now Complete With Opening of World of The Hunger Games

Oct 23, 2017 Europe & Middle East, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets 0

The World of The Hunger Games features two attractions, a high-energy street show, an immersive shopping outlet with exclusive branded merchandise and a street-front café
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Dubai Parks and Resorts: Operationally speaking

Dubai Parks and Resorts: Operationally speaking

Aug 27, 2017 #69 - Game Changers, 2016, Europe & Middle East, Features, IPM Interviews, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets 0

"We partnered with leading studios to create a unique offering - a combination of indoor and outdoor attractions, with many air-conditioned environments to escape the intense heat."
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7thSense Design Named Key Technology Supplier for Dubai Parks and Resorts

7thSense Design Named Key Technology Supplier for Dubai Parks and Resorts

Aug 14, 2017 Europe & Middle East, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets 0

7thSense Media Servers drive a total of 16 rides and attractions across two parks under the wider destination which includes MOTIONGATE™ Dubai and Bollywood Parks™ Dubai.
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