News: Waterparks
'Invisible' Korean tower to feature waterpark and rollercoaster
Through digital processing, the glass-encased Tower Infinity, to be built just outside of Seoul near Incheon International Airport, will appear invisible. The digital processing...
Sep 23, 2013
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Kapiti locals love the Coastlands Aquatic Centre
Kapiti residents have been making the most of the new Coastlands Aquatic Centre with more than 2,000 regularly visiting at weekends. With its new hydroslide (waterslide) now...
Sep 22, 2013
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Neptune-Benson names David Monk as Director of International Sales
Leading commercial aquatics filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson has promoted David Monk to Director of International Sales. In his new role, Monk (pictured) will be...
Sep 22, 2013
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Plus Fitness continues expansion with new club openings
24/7 fitness franchise Plus Fitness is continuing its expansion with the recent openings of new clubs at Bondi Junction and East Gosford in NSW and Mount Lawley in Western...
Sep 17, 2013
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Cool design for China's new Ice and Snow World
Austrian firm Coop Himmelb(l)au will design a new sport/ski resort, to be known as the Deep Pit Ice and Snow World, which will be located in an abandoned quarry near Changsha,...
Sep 15, 2013
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Cartoon Network Amazone announces completion of Humungaslide
Thailand's first internationally branded waterpark, the Cartoon Network Amazone, has this week reached a construction milestone with the completion of the Humungaslide, a...
Sep 14, 2013
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Enchanted Kingdom plans US$100 million expansion, targets foreign visitors
Philippine theme park Enchanted Kingdom plans to spend over 5 billion Philippine Pesos (US$100 million) in the next 10 years to build an integrated resort aimed at foreign...
Sep 13, 2013
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Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre on track for 2014 opening
One year since major works commenced, the $49.7 million Frankston Regional Aquatic Centre is on track to open in 2014. As part of a site visit to inspect construction works,...
Sep 13, 2013
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World's largest inflatable water slide to be unveiled at Tekapo Springs
Tekapo Springs has announced that it is bringing the world's largest inflatable water slide to New Zealand, making it the first location outside the USA to have the attraction....
Sep 12, 2013
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Newmarket Pool awaits a pirate invasion
A favourite summertime spot for families in North Brisbane, the Newmarket Pool is set to undergo a radical transformation with a ocean-themed Splashpad/water spray ground being...
Sep 10, 2013
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Yas Waterworld launches interactive treasure hunt
Prospective PearlMasters can join in with an interactive treasure hunt at Abu Dhabi waterpark Yas Waterworld. The PearlMasters tournament, which started at the end of August and...
Sep 5, 2013
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Magic Mountain reopens, recognised in international and regional awards
Merimbula's Magic Mountain amusement park re-opened for the 2013/14 season on Thursday 29th August, while celebrating recent recognition in international and local awards. With...
Sep 2, 2013
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Yas Island seeks to attract interest from growing Chinese tourism market
Abu Dhabi attractions Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld have this week jointly hosted a special opening event to kick off the Emirate's Chinese Visitor Summit 2013....
Sep 2, 2013
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Aflex and The Cartoon Network bring aquatic fun to the Bahamas
New Zealand-based aquatic inflatables manufacturer Aflex Technology has linked with the Cartoon Network to bring their Adventure Time characters to life in the Cartoon Network...
Aug 30, 2013
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Village Roadshow reports 50% rise in full year profits
Theme parks and entertainment conglomerate Village Roadshow has reported a rise of more than 50% in full-year profits, backed by strong results in its cinema division and...
Aug 23, 2013
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Hong Kong billionaire calls for community backing for $4 billion integrated resort in Cairns
With Hong Kong billionaire Henry Fung having revealed further details of his planned $4 billion Aquis Great Barrier Reef Resort for a site north of Cairns, the tourism investor...
Aug 21, 2013
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New Coastlands Aquatic Centre opens on Kapiti Coast
Having been in use over recent weeks since its completion the troubled Coastlands Aquatic Centre, a joint project between the Kapiti Coast District Council and the Kapiti...
Aug 12, 2013
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WhiteWater provide world's largest waterslide for Atlantis, The Palm's expansion
The Aquaventure Waterpark at Dubai attraction Atlantis, The Palm is set to unveil the world's largest diameter waterslide. Anchored to a 40 metre tower, the world first ride...
Aug 11, 2013
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Japan's Nagashima Resort launches 'best waterpark ride on the planet'
Global waterpark and attractions company WhiteWater has paired the world's two most thrilling waterslides at the Nagashima Resort in Kuwana City, Japan. This industry first is a...
Aug 6, 2013
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Neptune-Benson filtration system gets 'Smart Approved' water saving accreditation
Leading commercial aquatic filtration systems manufacturer Neptune-Benson's Defender® Aquatic Filtration system has been certified as a Smart Approved water saving device by the...
Jul 31, 2013
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Ocean Kingdom project the first stage in developing the 'Orlando of China'
After three years of construction, the first of 10 theme parks planned for a 800 hectare resort billed as the 'Orlando of China', is expected to open later this year. The...
Jul 25, 2013
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Legoland Malaysia to expand with new waterpark
After the successful opening of Legoland Malaysia theme park last year, the attraction is set to expand with the opening of the first Legoland Water Park in Asia. Set to open in...
Jul 17, 2013
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Leisure a key feature in world's largest building
Cited as the world's largest building, the New Century Global Centre in the Chinese city of Chengdu measures 100 metres high, 500 metres long and 400 metres wide. Topping the...
Jul 15, 2013
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Multi-Use pavilion completed at Doncaster Aquarena
Construction of the Doncaster Aquarena aquatic and recreation centre's new outdoor multi-use pavilion is now complete and centre users can now enjoy a range of new programs in...
Jul 11, 2013
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