OE Experiences welcomes Margreet Papamichael as economics consultant
OE Experiences, a financial consulting and business management firm that specialises in the experience economy, has announced that Margreet Papamichael has joined the team as economics consultant....
View ArticleHighlite to exhibit atmospheric AV solutions at IAAPA Expo Europe 2024
Highlite International, a leading supplier of show, audio, and light equipment, will showcase its products at IAAPA Expo Europe and share how its comprehensive range can benefit businesses within the...
View ArticleDisney Treasure cruise ship floats in open water ahead of sea trials
The Disney Treasure, Disney Cruise Line‘s latest ship, has floated out to open water for the first time as it prepares to set sail in December. Disney’s new vessel has started its journey from...
View ArticleTheme Park Academy S1E3: Herschend with Andy Westfall
In this episode, Adam Sandy and Mark Lofthouse sit down with Andy Westfall, Senior Director of Strategic Planning and Development at Herschend Family Entertainment to explore the creative process...
View ArticleViral baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng attracts visitors to Thai zoo
Viral baby pygmy hippo Moo Deng is drawing crowds to the Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi province, Thailand. Moo Deng, whose name means “bouncing pig” in Thai, has millions of fans on social media....
View ArticleKristallTurm announces first installation of new product, the Playletter
KristallTurm, a quality provider of high ropes courses and other play equipment, has shared details of an array of new projects in Korea, Taiwan, the Philippines, Romania and Shanghai, and the...
View ArticleVekoma Rides to unveil new Family Launch Coaster at IAAPA Expo Europe
Vekoma Rides, the Dutch roller coaster specialist, has announced that it will reveal its new indoor Family Launch Coaster at IAAPA Expo Europe, which is taking place in Amsterdam from 23 to 27...
View ArticleLeisure and attractions development for islands
by James Kennard, Leisure Development Partners Analyzing and understanding the available resident and tourist markets is one of the first and most fundamental steps in feasibility and attraction...
View ArticleCreating deep brand connection through immersive experiences: an Asian...
by Anthony Chong, Kingsmen Xperience Inc. group managing director at KingsmenExhibits Pte Ltd, and the executive director of Kingsmen Creatives Ltd. In today’s ever-evolving consumer landscape,...
View ArticleMomentum 2024: exploring memory & the future of museums
The International Committee of Exhibition Exchange and ICOM Estonia present the International Committee for Exhibitions (ICEE) annual conference, Momentum: Exhibitions and Memory, taking place from 29...
View ArticleCAP.Co brings railway-themed adventure play to Hopetown Darlington
Creating Adventurous Places (CAP.Co), the adventure play specialist, has created a new adventure play park called Wagon Woods for Hopetown Darlington. This 7.5-acre visitor attraction tells the story...
View ArticleThemed Entertainment Association announces new Wellness Council
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), a non-profit representing compelling places and experiences worldwide, has launched a new Wellness Council comprised of members from across the TEA’s four...
View ArticleFrick Collection appoints Axel Rüger as next director
New York’s Frick Collection has appointed Axel Rüger, the head of the Royal Academy of Arts in London, as its next director. Rüger is joining the Frick after leading the Royal Academy of Arts since...
View ArticleAttractions.io & Cinchio to launch Digital Guest Experience Report at IAAPA...
Attractions.io, a leading creator of mobile visitor apps, will release the inaugural Digital Guest Experience Report at IAAPA Europe Expo 2024, in partnership with Cinchio Solutions, a hospitality...
View ArticleCloward H2O discusses balance tank design for pools and water features
Cloward H2O, an expert in aquatic design, has shared some key design considerations for balance tanks, also known as surge or collector tanks. This essential component in pool design maintains a...
View Article‘Siren’s Curse’: Cedar Point set to open record-breaking tilt coaster in 2025
Cedar Point has announced plans to open North America‘s tallest, longest and fastest tilt coaster, named ‘Siren’s Curse’, in 2025. Siren’s Curse is inspired by “the legend and lore of mysterious...
View ArticleThe Park Playground launches Carnival Showdown, its first VR minigame experience
The Park Playground, a unique VR franchise, will showcase its first VR minigame experience, Carnival Showdown, at this year’s IAAPA Expo Europe in Amsterdam. This new competitive multiplayer VR...
View ArticleConnect&GO brings Olympic success to IAAPA Expo Europe
Connect&GO, a leading global provider of integrated technology and RFID solutions for the attractions industry, will bring its revolutionary technology to IAAPA Expo Europe in Amsterdam next week,...
View ArticleSeaWorld Orlando unveils Arctic-themed flying theatre for next year
SeaWorld Orlando is opening an Arctic-themed flying theatre experience, featuring footage of remote parts of the polar region, in spring 2025. The immersive indoor attraction takes riders on an...
View ArticleTopgolf expanding to Saudi Arabia with three new venues
Golf Saudi has teamed up with US-based Topgolf Callaway Brands to open new Topgolf venues across Saudi Arabia. As part of the partnership agreement, Golf Saudi plans to build three Topgolf...
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