Posts By Andrew Mellor

Despite the political problems of some areas, the Middle East attractions and amusements industry, particularly in the GCC, continues its impressive development. And Dubai still stands out in many ways.

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Andrew Mellor takes a closer look at one of the Middle East’s most celebrated amusement parks.

Located in the ‘Oasis City’ of Al Ain, in the United Arab Emirates, Hili …
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Andrew Mellor takes a closer look at one of Canada’s leading family attractions.

In 1956, John Holer arrived in Canada from his native Slovenia and for the next few years …
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Development continues apace in the 3D, 4D and 5D theatre sector of the attractions industry, with companies continuing to break new ground to add further to the experiences they have …
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Andrew Mellor catches up with Ross Magri, managing director of visitor attractions design group, Sarner.

InterPark: How did you become involved in the leisure and attractions industry and what is …
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Andrew Mellor takes a closer look at one of the most celebrated theme parks in the US.

Situated near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park in Pigeon Forge, Tenessee, Dollywood’s …
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Andrew Mellor speaks with the owners of Fun City amusement park in Burnham-on-Sea, UK.

The history of the amusement park industry shows us that the majority of parks, particularly in …
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THE Italian national Association of Amusement Suppliers Industry is now 25 years old – and still as strong and passionate as ever.

Despite the prevailing economical climate, the association’s membership …
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IP: When and how did you become involved in the theme/amusement park industry?HN: Djurs Sommerland has been open since 1981 and has always been family owned, having been started by …
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THE Lost Paradise of Dilmun (LPOD) waterpark opened in Bahrain in September 2007 having been developed by the Al Areen Holding Company and representing an investment of US$50m.

The park …
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