American Resort Management selected to represent Atlantic City’s Showboat hotel in development of new waterpark

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American Resort Management selected to represent Atlantic City’s Showboat hotel in development of new waterpark

Jun 23, 2020 Joe Kleiman News, North America, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on American Resort Management selected to represent Atlantic City’s Showboat hotel in development of new waterpark

The Atlantic City Showboat hotel’s owner plans to build a $100 million year-round indoor waterpark resort located between the Showboat and the Ocean Casino Resort

Thinkwell Group designs Chilean cultural park for China

May 03, 2019 Joe Kleiman Asia, Attractions, Latin America & Mexico, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Thinkwell Group designs Chilean cultural park for China

The Chilean adventure will capture the vast extremes of the regions of Chile and express them through four themed zones.

Resorts World Sentosa announces second phase, doubling footprint

Apr 03, 2019 Joe Kleiman Asia, Attractions, Casino resorts, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Resorts World Sentosa announces second phase, doubling footprint

At a total development investment of S$4.5 billion, RWS 2.0 will see an expansion of about 50% new Gross Floor Area (GFA), adding over 164,000 square metres of new attractions, entertainment and...

Disney announces new “play pavilion” and park entrance design for Epcot

Feb 21, 2019 Joe Kleiman Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Disney announces new “play pavilion” and park entrance design for Epcot

These are the latest additions to a robust lineup of new projects already announced for the park.

Universal Orlando Resort announces name and opening date for new Wizarding World roller coaster

Feb 21, 2019 Joe Kleiman News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Universal Orlando Resort announces name and opening date for new Wizarding World roller coaster

For the first time ever, guests to Universal Orlando Resort can join Hagrid as they fly beyond the grounds of Hogwarts castle on a new roller coaster ride that plunges […]

Legacy Entertainment’s ROAD RAGE at Trans Studio Bali billed as world’s first “stunt show dark ride”

Feb 13, 2019 Joe Kleiman Asia, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Legacy Entertainment’s ROAD RAGE at Trans Studio Bali billed as world’s first “stunt show dark ride”

The dark ride will break new ground with its integration of live performers and high-octane stunts .

Al Hokair Entertainment to add VR gaming to Sparky’s branded entertainment centers

Oct 07, 2018 Joe Kleiman Attractions, Europe & Middle East, News, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on Al Hokair Entertainment to add VR gaming to Sparky’s branded entertainment centers

Al Hokair Entertainment plans to create a more diversified menu of games in order to cater to a wider audience, including young children and adults.

Alterface: Ride hybridization

Apr 30, 2018 Joe Kleiman #73 - Asia and Technology, 2018, Asia, Attractions, Features, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Alterface: Ride hybridization

A new ride is in the works for Qingdao Oriental Movie Metropolis in China, a film and television industrial park established by Wanda Studios. Alterface is responsible for designing and installing...

Dynamic Motion Rides: Flying for all

Apr 05, 2018 Joe Kleiman #72 - Dubai/Museums, 2018, Features, Museums, North America, Technology & Media, World markets Comments Off on Dynamic Motion Rides: Flying for all

"As the technology has evolved and become more accessible, smaller attractions are also seeking the advantages of a flying theater. We at Dynamic Motion Rides have taken a look into these markets and...

Experiencias Xcaret Group: Xenses and sensibilities

Apr 04, 2018 Joe Kleiman #72 - Dubai/Museums, 2018, Attractions, Features, Latin America & Mexico, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Experiencias Xcaret Group: Xenses and sensibilities

The newest park to be built, Xenses, combines the essential elements of the Xcaret, Xel Ha and Xplor parks, but adds an additional element of curiosity and learning, while fully integrating the...

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