News: Attractions
Construction begins on the new National Art Museum of China
Following a lengthy competition process, French architect Jean Nouvel and the Beijing Institute of Architectural Design (BIAD) have begun work on the much-anticipated new...
Oct 7, 2014
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Aquaglide products equip water playgrounds for summer
With industry operators getting increasingly interested in open water inflatable playgrounds, Aquaglide’s range of watersports products are being installed at locations across...
Oct 7, 2014
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New Executive team announced to guide future of Sydney’s best parks and gardens
Kim Ellis, Executive Director of the newly created Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands, has announced a new internationally-experienced executive team to guide the future of...
Oct 7, 2014
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Bangladesh to build exclusive tourist zone
The Government of Bangladesh is to build an exclusive 470 hectare zone for tourists that will feature a waterpark, convention centre, hotels and night clubs. To be built in the...
Oct 6, 2014
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AALARA completes input to planned Go Karting standard
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA)’s Go Kart Subcommittee has completed its work on the planned new Australian Standard for for commercial Go...
Oct 6, 2014
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Less than 90 days until the wireless microphone changeover
With less than 90 days until new legislation restricts the use of wireless microphone systems in the 700 to 820MHz frequency range, thousands of users of wireless microphones in...
Oct 3, 2014
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Researcher identifies key challenges facing regional tourism
With absolute tourist figures for visits to regional areas of Australia currently being at the same level as in 1998, Carolyn Childs, co-founder of MyTravelResearch.com has...
Oct 2, 2014
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Rottnest Island tops list of destinations to experience in 2014
Western Australia's spectacular Rottnest Island has been identified as the number one destination that Australians want to experience in 2014. Australia’s top 10 destinations to...
Oct 2, 2014
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Australia Zoo goes ‘carnival’ for the release of Rio 2
Home to beautiful blue and gold macaws from South America, Australia Zoo will mark the release of the movie Rio 2 this Saturday (4th October) with a colourful, carnival party....
Oct 2, 2014
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New appointment to drive visitor experiences at Sydney’s landmark parks
The newly appointed Director of Visitor Experience at Sydney’s Botanic Gardens & Centennial Parklands aims to expand the “love” that Sydneysiders have for their landmark parks...
Oct 1, 2014
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Merlin Entertainments Wins Women 1st Shine Award
Merlin Entertainments’ global human resources team have won the Large Business Award in the United Kingdom’s Women 1st Shine Awards 2014. With the goal of having at least one...
Sep 30, 2014
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Luna Park Sydney set to host the Halloween party of the year
Luna Park Sydney has announced it will play host to the city’s biggest and brightest Halloween party. Dubbed ‘HalloScream’, the spectacular will run over two nights from Friday...
Sep 30, 2014
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21st AALARA Conference returns to Gold Coast in 2015
The Australian Amusement, Leisure and Recreation Association (AALARA) has announced that its 21st annual Conference will be held at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition...
Sep 29, 2014
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New TIANZ board focused on long-term growth and success
With New Zealand's tourism industry anticipating a record summer season, the Tourism Industry Association New Zealand’s board of directors is focusing on ensuring the industry’s...
Sep 29, 2014
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Safety first for rides at 2014 Perth Royal Show
Echoing the emphasis on safety at the Royal Melbourne Show, organisers of the 2014 Perth Royal Show, which commenced on Saturday (27th September), have also been ensuring...
Sep 28, 2014
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Disney magic draws crowds to Melbourne Royal Show
While carnival ride operators have been focussing on safety issues, the presence of Walt Disney characters Mouse and Minnie Mouse has helped draw in the crowds at the 2014...
Sep 27, 2014
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New Zealand launches five extreme sports in one day
Tourism New Zealand and STA Travel have this week launched a world first adventure sports tourism product, the 5X1NZ, for adrenalin seekers from around the world. Via a global...
Sep 25, 2014
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Focus on safety at Melbourne Royal Show
While crowds have been experiencing fun, discovery and excitement at the 2014 Melbourne Royal Show, in the wake of the recent fatality at the Royal Adelaide Show, organisers are...
Sep 24, 2014
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Trampoline association to undertake facilities safety check
The Australian Trampoline Parks Association (ATPA) is to undertake an accreditation safety check of all its member facilities - with non compliant facilities facing the...
Sep 23, 2014
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Wet’n’Wild Sydney opens for second season
The Wet‘n’Wild Sydney waterpark has opened for the 2014/15 season, with eager crowds queuing up for the water park’s second season opening on Saturday 20th September. The off...
Sep 23, 2014
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Holiday Inn explores the history of souvenirs
Souvenirs are a multi-million dollar business and have always formed a crucial part of the travel experience. Holiday Inn has mapped the evolution and history of souvenirs,...
Sep 22, 2014
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Brisbane’s Story Bridge to open for events
Brisbane’s Story Bridge is to open as a location for special events from 2015. Queensland Premier Campbell Newman and Brisbane Lord Mayor Graham Quirk today (23rd September)...
Sep 22, 2014
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Big Banana expands as 50th birthday approaches
Set to celebrate its 50th birthday in the coming months, Coffs Harbour attraction the Big Banana is continuing to expand. The ‘big thing’ recently hosted the relauch of the...
Sep 22, 2014
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New Zealand curators delve into Asia
Three New Zealand curators have undertaken a crash course in Asia’s cutting-edge art scenes. The curators visited leading art museums, galleries and artist spaces in Korea,...
Sep 21, 2014
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