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Palace Entertainment opening state-of-the-art Cartoon Network Hotel next to Lancaster’s Dutch Wonderland park in 2019

Palace Entertainment opening state-of-the-art Cartoon Network Hotel next to Lancaster’s Dutch Wonderland park in 2019

Oct 31, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, Themed Resorts/Hotels, World markets Comments Off on Palace Entertainment opening state-of-the-art Cartoon Network Hotel next to Lancaster’s Dutch Wonderland park in 2019

Each guest room and suite will feature interchangeable show theming that can be customized around children’s preferences to make each visit a new adventure.
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$150 million Chocolatetown to become new Hersheypark entrance in 2020

$150 million Chocolatetown to become new Hersheypark entrance in 2020

Oct 05, 2018 Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on $150 million Chocolatetown to become new Hersheypark entrance in 2020

Opening in summer 2020, Hershey’s Chocolatetown is a new region at Hersheypark where guests can eat, play, shop and gather year round as part of the development of 23 acres.
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Polin “w-otter-slide” is highlight of Philadelphia Zoo 360’s newest expansion

Polin “w-otter-slide” is highlight of Philadelphia Zoo 360’s newest expansion

Aug 23, 2018 Attractions, News, North America, World markets, Zoos & Aquariums Comments Off on Polin “w-otter-slide” is highlight of Philadelphia Zoo 360’s newest expansion

The primary feature of Otter Falls is its oversized slide through which the creatures can frolic, swim and slip.
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All tracks lead to Thomas Town at Kennywood Park

All tracks lead to Thomas Town at Kennywood Park

Aug 09, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on All tracks lead to Thomas Town at Kennywood Park

Thomas Town is one of the largest single-year additions in Kennywood’s 120-year history, adding five new family rides, plus retheming The Olde Kennywood Rail Road into a Thomas & Friends story.
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Kennywood partners with Pittsburgh Steelers on new themed land and record-breaking coaster

Kennywood partners with Pittsburgh Steelers on new themed land and record-breaking coaster

Jul 19, 2018 Headlines, News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Kennywood partners with Pittsburgh Steelers on new themed land and record-breaking coaster

The park experience turns its attention to the fans, putting them at the center of the action.
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Kalahari Resorts expanding Poconos resort convention center

Kalahari Resorts expanding Poconos resort convention center

Jun 28, 2018 News, North America, Themed Resorts/Hotels, Water Parks, World markets Comments Off on Kalahari Resorts expanding Poconos resort convention center

Scheduled to open in late 2019, the addition will more than double the size of meeting facilities on location, adding 105,000 square feet which will bring the convention center footprint to 205,000...
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Sesame Place Becomes World’s First Theme Park with Certified Autism Center Designation

Sesame Place Becomes World’s First Theme Park with Certified Autism Center Designation

Apr 02, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Sesame Place Becomes World’s First Theme Park with Certified Autism Center Designation

The certification aligns with National Autism Awareness Month and comes as the park readies for its 38th season, opening on April 28, 2018.  
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Kevin Stumpf Promoted to VP Sports & Attractions at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

Kevin Stumpf Promoted to VP Sports & Attractions at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

Mar 12, 2018 Attractions, Business, News, North America, People, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Kevin Stumpf Promoted to VP Sports & Attractions at Hershey Entertainment & Resorts

Stumpf will oversee additional operations in addition to continuing to oversee Hersheypark and Entertainment Complex operations.
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Thomas the Tank Engine Gets New Land at Kennywood

Thomas the Tank Engine Gets New Land at Kennywood

Feb 15, 2018 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Thomas the Tank Engine Gets New Land at Kennywood

Set on a bluff overlooking the Monongahela River and the historic Edgar Thomson Steel Works in nearby Braddock, the site of Thomas Town fits in perfectly with the Island of Sodor.
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Sesame Place Guests Will Experience Wacky Ride on New Coaster

Sesame Place Guests Will Experience Wacky Ride on New Coaster

Sep 20, 2017 News, North America, Theme Parks, World markets Comments Off on Sesame Place Guests Will Experience Wacky Ride on New Coaster

The new coaster is one of the largest new attractions in the park’s 37-year history and will feature a bright yellow, taxi cab-inspired train with everyone’s favorite grouch at the helm.
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