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Holovis technology to turn dark ride passengers into LEGO Minifigures at LEGOLAND New York

Holovis technology to turn dark ride passengers into LEGO Minifigures at LEGOLAND New York

Nov 19, 2019 Business, Events, Headlines, News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Holovis technology to turn dark ride passengers into LEGO Minifigures at LEGOLAND New York

Holovis’ proprietary HoloTrac platform leverages advanced computer vision and tracking technologies underpinned by deep neural-network-based facial detection and recognition algorithms
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Brian Machamer named first Park President of Six Flags Qiddiya

Brian Machamer named first Park President of Six Flags Qiddiya

Nov 07, 2019 Business, Europe & Middle East, Headlines, News, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Brian Machamer named first Park President of Six Flags Qiddiya

Mr. Machamer began his career with Universal Studios Florida in 1990 where he spent over ten years, serving in various operational roles as he moved up the ranks.
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Merlin announces partnership to build LEGOLAND Resort in Shanghai

Merlin announces partnership to build LEGOLAND Resort in Shanghai

Nov 06, 2019 Asia, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Merlin announces partnership to build LEGOLAND Resort in Shanghai

LEGOLAND® Shanghai will incorporate a 250-room fully themed hotel on opening.
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Universal Beijing Resort partners with Alibaba Group on implementation of new technologies and digitization of resort operations

Universal Beijing Resort partners with Alibaba Group on implementation of new technologies and digitization of resort operations

Oct 22, 2019 Asia, Business, Headlines, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Universal Beijing Resort partners with Alibaba Group on implementation of new technologies and digitization of resort operations

The partnership will create a seamless experience throughout every stage of the guests’ journey with smart technology.
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SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

Oct 21, 2019 News, North America, Theme Parks, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on SeaWorld announces Aquatica San Diego waterpark will transform into second Sesame Place theme park

The new park will open in San Diego in spring 2021 and will be the first Sesame Place on the West Coast.
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Merlin to build and operate world’s largest LEGOLAND Resort in China’s Sichuan Province

Merlin to build and operate world’s largest LEGOLAND Resort in China’s Sichuan Province

Sep 27, 2019 Asia, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Merlin to build and operate world’s largest LEGOLAND Resort in China’s Sichuan Province

Merlin will partner in the resort development and operate it under a management contract arrangement.
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Katmandu Group partnering with Falcon’s Creative on new theme park in Dominican Republic

Katmandu Group partnering with Falcon’s Creative on new theme park in Dominican Republic

Sep 27, 2019 Latin America & Mexico, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks Comments Off on Katmandu Group partnering with Falcon’s Creative on new theme park in Dominican Republic

As Katmandu’s development partner, Falcon’s Creative Group will also play a pivotal role in enhancing every guest experience throughout the park.
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Legacy Entertainment-designed Dream Bund studio and theme park opens in China

Legacy Entertainment-designed Dream Bund studio and theme park opens in China

Sep 02, 2019 Asia, Headlines, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Legacy Entertainment-designed Dream Bund studio and theme park opens in China

Dream Bund has been uniquely designed to allow for concurrent operations of both its theme park attractions, and up to twenty film and television productions
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The Universe expands as Comcast NBCUniversal announces fourth park for Orlando resort

The Universe expands as Comcast NBCUniversal announces fourth park for Orlando resort

Aug 01, 2019 Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on The Universe expands as Comcast NBCUniversal announces fourth park for Orlando resort

Looks like my assumption was right. Epic Universe refers to the entire expansion, not just the park.
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Paramount enters new relationship with London Resort

Paramount enters new relationship with London Resort

Jun 27, 2019 Business, Europe & Middle East, News, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Paramount enters new relationship with London Resort

Three times larger than other UK parks, it will have 200 acres dedicated to rides and experiences and a bespoke entertainment district
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