News: Attractions
DEAL 2015 to funnel the merger of retail and entertainment businesses
With massive ongoing growth in the attractions, entertainment and retail industries in the Arabian Gulf and around the world, the upcoming Dubai Entertainment Amusement and...
Feb 17, 2015
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SEA LIFE Trust launches Ocean Youth Program
The SEA LIFE Trust has announced the launch of its Ocean Youth Program – an initiative aimed at empowering young passionate ocean lovers to take action and do their bit to...
Feb 17, 2015
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Mzungu the giraffe to boost breeding program at National Zoo and Aquarium
Canberra’s National Zoo and Aquarium has welcomed Mzungu the giraffe into its collection as part of a new breeding program. The four-year-old giraffes arrived at the Zoo earlier...
Feb 17, 2015
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Dreamworld to celebrate arrival of the Year of the Sheep
Gold Coast theme park Dreamworld is set to celebrate Chinese New Year with festivities throughout the park including traditional lion dancing, Chinese cuisine, themed character...
Feb 17, 2015
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Vietnam’s largest FEC celebrates its grand opening
Vietnam’s largest and most modern family entertainment centre (FEC), the Helio Center in Da Nang City, has opened to the public in time for the Tet holiday. The 14,600 metre²...
Feb 16, 2015
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Inflatable waterpark launched into Sydney Harbour
Australia's increasing interest in inflatable aquatic play and waterpark features recently saw Bubbling With Energy launch an inflatable waterpark into Sydney Harbour on...
Feb 14, 2015
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Peter Jackson looks to First World War museum project
Having completing The Hobbit movie trilogy, Director Peter Jackson is now focusing his attention on a First World War museum project at Wellington’s landmark Dominion Museum...
Feb 14, 2015
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Work begins on 250 hectare Resorts World Jeju casino development
A ground-breaking ceremony was held on Thursday (12th February) for Resorts World™ Jeju in South Korea, the latest integrated resort development in the Asia-Pacific region. The...
Feb 13, 2015
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Queenstown’s Thunder Jet to operate more boats on new stretch of Shotover River
Queenstown-based adventure tourism company Thunder Jet has been granted consent by the Environment Court to operate four jet boats on the lower Shotover River, carrying up to 34...
Feb 10, 2015
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Ocean Park offers visitors new Wi-Fi coverage and technology interaction
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has announced a partnership with Hong Kong Broadband Network Limited to create an unlimited, free, high speed Wi-Fi service at the park. The...
Feb 10, 2015
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AALARA launches 2015 State of the Industry survey
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has launched its second 'State of the Industry' Survey. Designed to get a full picture of the current...
Feb 10, 2015
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Destination Australia Conference to focus on attracting high-yielding international visitors
Tourism Australia is to host a new conference event that aims to focus on how all involved in tourism can attract more high-yielding international visitors to Australia to grow...
Feb 10, 2015
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Rotorua Lakes Council facilities going totally smoke-free
With the New Zealand Government committed to a goal of a smokefree (auahi kore) nation by 2025, Rotorua Lakes Council is one of more than 20 councils which have smokefree...
Feb 9, 2015
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Registrations open for Asian Attractions Expo 2015
The Asian Attractions Expo, the premier international event for Asia's attractions industry over the last 20 years, has opened registrations for its 2015 edition being held in...
Feb 8, 2015
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NSW Government rejects call for public holiday for Newcastle Regional Show
The NSW Government has rejected a plan for a public holiday leading into next month’s Newcastle Regional Show. Business groups in Newcastle have welcomed the State Government...
Feb 8, 2015
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Magic Memories acquires MeTag developers Centryc Solutions
Leading photographic solutions company, Magic Memories, has announced the acquisition of Centryc Solutions, the innovative Sydney-based developers of guest, event and sponsor...
Feb 4, 2015
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Polin rebranding highlights waterpark experience
World leading waterpark and aquatic play designers and suppliers Polin Waterparks have undertaken a corporate rebrand with a new logo and marketing materials that highlight the...
Feb 3, 2015
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AIR55 commences distribution of Arizon Structures in Australia and New Zealand
Fabric structure experts AIR55 have recently began the distribution of Arizon Structures in Australia and New Zealand. The fastest and most cost effective way to build a clear...
Feb 1, 2015
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Australian Museum unveils design for new new glass entrance
The final design of the Australian Museum's new entry and permanent gallery space has been unveiled. With construction now underway, the $2.5 million development of a new...
Jan 31, 2015
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Casino operator Galaxy to invest US$7 billion more in Macau integrated resort
Casino operator Galaxy Entertainment Group plans to more than double its investment to HK$100 billion (US$12.90 billion) in its Macau integrated resort as part of a goal to...
Jan 31, 2015
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Consortia reveal plans for Brisbane Queen’s Wharf integrated resort
Greenland Group and Crown Resorts, and the Destination Brisbane Consortium, have released their design concepts for the planned multi-billion dollar integrated resort...
Jan 28, 2015
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Year of growth for Commercial Aquatics Australia
2014 was a year of remarkable growth for Commercial Aquatics Australia. With a new management structure in place and a newly opened office in Brisbane, the company was able to...
Jan 27, 2015
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New indoor ski centre to open in North Geelong
Australia’s second PowderPak Park will be opening in Geelong in February. PowderPak Parks, who opened their first facility in Carrum Downs in May last year, are currently...
Jan 27, 2015
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Yas Waterworld celebrates three million screams
Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is celebrating the hosting of more than three million riders on four of its 45 thrilling rides, slides and attractions over the two years since its...
Jan 27, 2015
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