6 years ago
Disneyland marketing representative addresses IAAPA FEC Summit in California
More than 160 family entertainment centre (FEC) professionals gathered recently in Laguna Beach, California, to network and learn from one another. At the end of it, many took away tips …
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6 years ago
A unique blend of the old with the new
By Ron Gustafson
All images courtesy Quassy Amusement & Waterpark
WHEN the gates at just about any amusement park open, there is an immediate mad dash to the largest roller …
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6 years ago
Deciphering clues to the potential of escape games in parks
Michael Mascioni looks at the rising popularity of escape rooms/games and the potential for such attractions in amusement and theme parks
THE worldwide escape game craze has attracted growing attention …
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6 years ago
What’s trending in the family rides sector?
Beth Whittaker looks at trends emerging within the family rides sector and how embracing technology is a must
THE thrill of going to an amusement park or FEC (as the …
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6 years ago
Pleasure Beach releases first Icon tickets
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has released the first tickets to ride its much anticipated new £16m ($22m) rollercoaster, Icon.
The limited edition boarding cards – which are available to purchase online …
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6 years ago
Asian projects aplenty for Goddard
Goddard Group, a world leader in the design and creation of themed entertainment attractions and experiences, will celebrate its 15th anniversary in conjunction with IAAPA 2017 in Orlando, Florida.
7 years ago
RWS named Asia-Pacific’s best integrated resort
Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) in Singapore has won the Best Integrated Resort accolade for the seventh year in a row at the 28th Annual TTG Travel Awards 2017 held …
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7 years ago
Ouimet to step down as Cedar Fair CEO
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company, operator of 11 theme parks in the US and Canada, has announced that Richard Zimmerman will succeed Matt Ouimet as chief executive, effective January 1, …
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7 years ago
WhiteWater expands Southeast Asia division
WhiteWater’s Southeast Asia division has appointed international attractions industry veteran, Tim Mow, as vice president of development and technical services, effective immediately.
Mow’s career in the aquatic industry …
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7 years ago
IAAPA announces global management transitions
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) has announced the departure of long-time attraction and hospitality industry veteran, Richard Jackson, vice president of the association’s North American …
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