News: Attractions
2021 opening announced for Universal Beijing Resort
Having originally been set to open this year, China’s Universal Beijing Resort - which will include the Universal Studios and Universal CityWalk in its first phase - will now be...
Sep 21, 2019
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New Zealand Conservation Minister opens new visitor centre at Bushy Park Tarapuruhi
Featuring interactive displays, including real birds' nests and bones and includes information on what the forest area means to iwi, the new look Bushy Park Tarapuruhi has...
Sep 20, 2019
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2019 Melbourne Royal Show opens following week of record ticket sales
The 2019 Melbourne Royal Show has opened today following the highest number of pre purchased tickets ever sold for the annual event. With a 30% increase in website traffic and...
Sep 19, 2019
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Client Injury sees Bounce commit to removing climbing feature at Oman facility
An accident at the recently opened BOUNCE trampoline park in the Omani capital of Muscat, which saw a 10 year old boy suffer serious injuries, has seen the company announce that...
Sep 19, 2019
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TEG unveils new experiences content division
TEG has launched a new ‘experiences’ content division, which brings together its family entertainment, experiential and exhibition businesses - with the new division to produce...
Sep 18, 2019
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Laserforce pleased with continued popularity of Gen 8 Infinity Technology
Leading laser tag equipment operator, developer and manufacturer Laserforce has advised that its IAAPA Award-winning Gen8 Infinity system has been provided to additional...
Sep 18, 2019
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Emaar Entertainment to launch ekart attraction at Dubai Mall
In the latest example of the growth of ‘retail-tainment’ attractions, Emaar Entertainment is set to launch the United Arab Emirate’s first high-end electric e-karting experience...
Sep 18, 2019
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Arabian Gulf investors acquire Vivaticket
Bahrain-based private equity firm Investcorp has announced that it has acquired Vivaticket, in a move designed to “accelerate growth” for the international ticketing software...
Sep 16, 2019
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Melbourne’s Luna Park introduces new attractions for spring school holidays
Preparing for its school holiday opening from 21st September, Luna Park Melbourne will be adding a new family ride family, the ‘Happy Swing' while also welcoming the return of...
Sep 15, 2019
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Study shows local government behind more than a quarter of Australia’s arts and cultural investment
Local Government contributes more than a quarter of total national expenditure on Australian arts and cultural activities, according to a new study. Demonstrating the increased...
Sep 15, 2019
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Village Roadshow Theme Parks announces naming rights partnership with Gold Coast Marathon
The Gold Coast Marathon has secured a naming rights sponsorship with Village Roadshow Theme Parks signing a three-year agreement with the leading annual race. Village Roadshow...
Sep 13, 2019
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Brisbane partnership delivers 2031 vision for visitor economy
More than 500 operators, investors, industry, local councils and government partners have joined forces to deliver a new 12-year vision to encourage visitors to stay longer and...
Sep 12, 2019
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Sydney Harbour BridgeClimb looks to celebrate 21st anniversary
Sydney Harbour Bridge’s BridgeClimb experience will be celebrating 21 years of operations next month and, to mark the anniversary, has announced it will offer climbs on 1st...
Sep 11, 2019
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Skyline Queenstown abolishes single-use cups
In an effort to reduce its environmental footprint, Skyline Queenstown has culled the use of single-use cups throughout its operations. The initiative will see a potential...
Sep 11, 2019
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Nowra Showground enhancement project commences
Shoalhaven City Council has announced that the first sod on the Nowra Showground Enhancements project has been turned. The project will see facilities of the Nowra Showground...
Sep 11, 2019
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Embed and Booking Boss to introduce cashless business solutions
Embed and Booking Boss, owned by Helix Leisure, are set to introduce two integrated cashless business solutions at the upcoming Thailand Amusement & Attractions Parks Expo 2019...
Sep 11, 2019
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SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium set to launch new $1.5 million jellyfish exhibit
SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium has announced that its Ocean Invaders, an immersive new $1.5 million jellyfish exhibit will open to the public in December 2019. Guests can descend...
Sep 10, 2019
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PeopleVisionFX introduce new special effects technology
PeopleVisionFX, a USA based company which produces and markets creative special effects for theme parks, museums and corporate exhibits has made available their latest...
Sep 10, 2019
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Big lollypop attraction unveiled in Western Australia’s Golden Outback
Adding to Australia’s number of ‘Big Attractions’, the world’s biggest freestanding lollypop has been unveiled in Ravensthorpe in Western Australia’s Golden Outback, about 530...
Sep 10, 2019
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CINZ Chief Executive Sue Sullivan to move to new role at Christchurch and Hanmer Attractions
Conventions and Incentives New Zealand (CINZ) has announced that Sue Sullivan, the body's Chief Executive for the past five years will be leaving at the end of November to take...
Sep 10, 2019
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Village Roadshow Theme Parks reveal schedule for opening of new Sea World attractions
Village Roadshow Theme Parks Chief Operating Officer, Bikash Randhawa has provided details of the schedule for the opening of new attractions at Sea World. Having unveiled their...
Sep 10, 2019
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Recruitment underway for a Business Manager at Auckland’s All Blacks Experience
The operators of the All Blacks Experience are seeking an “exceptional leader” as it gets ready to open its doors in Auckland in 2020. The tourism experience is a joint venture...
Sep 9, 2019
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Bathurst Motor Racing Museum launches new attraction
Fans are immersing themselves in a new car racing experience at The National Motor Racing Museum located in Bathurst situated adjacent to the Mount Panorama motor racing circuit...
Sep 9, 2019
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IAAPA advises on hazards posed by loose articles on attraction rides
Following its awareness of the recent viral video showing a guest catching a flying cell phone while riding a roller coaster, IAAPA, the global association for the attractions...
Sep 9, 2019
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