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China’s attraction industry feels impact of viral outbreak

China’s attraction industry feels impact of viral outbreak

Jan 27, 2020 Asia, Features, Headlines, News, World markets Comments Off on China’s attraction industry feels impact of viral outbreak

According to the 2018 AECOM/TEA Theme Index, five of the closed theme parks are among the top twenty-five attended in the world
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The Abyss – VR Space Voyage combines space education and thrills in Ocean Park’s newest VR attraction

The Abyss – VR Space Voyage combines space education and thrills in Ocean Park’s newest VR attraction

Jun 27, 2019 Asia, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on The Abyss – VR Space Voyage combines space education and thrills in Ocean Park’s newest VR attraction

Ocean Park consulted world recognized aerospace engineer Dr Aprille Joy Ericsson on The Abyss – VR Space Voyage.
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Norman Kahn: A picture tells 1,000 stories

Norman Kahn: A picture tells 1,000 stories

Jan 30, 2019 #41, 2012, Attractions, Features, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Water Parks Comments Off on Norman Kahn: A picture tells 1,000 stories

"Photo ops not only provide great memories for the visitors, they allow these visitors to instantly share their experience with family and friends on their social networks. "
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TPG tackles Orlando

TPG tackles Orlando

Nov 05, 2018 #75 - IAAPA 2018, 2018, Attractions, Business, Events, Features, Theme Parks Comments Off on TPG tackles Orlando

For the third time since its founding in 2011, The Producers Group (TPG) is undertaking a major expansion, with a new office in a nexus of the themed entertainment universe.
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IAAPA Legends Panel to feature Roland Mack and Tom Mehrmann

IAAPA Legends Panel to feature Roland Mack and Tom Mehrmann

Oct 26, 2018 Business, Events, News, People, Theme Parks Comments Off on IAAPA Legends Panel to feature Roland Mack and Tom Mehrmann

Intended for future leaders, the objective of the annual Legends Panel is to preserve and share the otherwise-lost wisdom and methods of the industry’s great achievers, in a way that helps...
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AV Stumpfl Technology Welcomes Year of the Dog at Ocean Park Hong Kong

AV Stumpfl Technology Welcomes Year of the Dog at Ocean Park Hong Kong

Apr 10, 2018 Asia, News, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on AV Stumpfl Technology Welcomes Year of the Dog at Ocean Park Hong Kong

Ocean Park commissioned Cosmo Pro AV to design a comprehensive, permanent video system using AV Stumpfl technology for its Applause Pavilion.
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Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Apr 04, 2018 #72 - Dubai/Museums, 2018, Asia, Features, Headlines, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Universal Parks & Resorts: Big names in Beijing

Groundbreaking took place in October 2016, with a scheduled opening in 2020. The overall project is expected to create 40,000 new jobs in the Tongzhou region.
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IAAPA Announces Special Events at Asian Attractions Expo in 2018

IAAPA Announces Special Events at Asian Attractions Expo in 2018

Apr 04, 2018 Asia, Attractions, News, Theme Parks, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on IAAPA Announces Special Events at Asian Attractions Expo in 2018

This year's AAE 2018 special events schedule includes a celebration of IAAPA's 100th Anniversary during the Opening Night Reception at Ocean Park Hong Kong, and a leadership breakfast featuring a...
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Hong Kong’s First VR Coaster Will Headline Ocean Park Christmas Sensation

Hong Kong’s First VR Coaster Will Headline Ocean Park Christmas Sensation

Nov 29, 2017 Asia, News, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Hong Kong’s First VR Coaster Will Headline Ocean Park Christmas Sensation

In the hyper-realistic world of virtual reality, guests can take a breathtaking glide through a rainforest canopy, float along wild rivers, dive into the ocean and come face to face with the amazing...
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IPM EXCLUSIVE: Interview with AECOM’s Brian Sands and Chris Yoshii on the 2016 Theme Index

IPM EXCLUSIVE: Interview with AECOM’s Brian Sands and Chris Yoshii on the 2016 Theme Index

Jun 12, 2017 Asia, Europe & Middle East, Features, Headlines, IPM Interviews, Latin America & Mexico, News, North America, Technology & Media, Theme Parks, Themed Dining/Retail, Themed Resorts/Hotels, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on IPM EXCLUSIVE: Interview with AECOM’s Brian Sands and Chris Yoshii on the 2016 Theme Index

Ultimately, for a park to be successful, it must analyze and use data about its visitors and their habits. -- Brian Sands, AECOM
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