News | 26 Feb 2026

Storytelling: Atelier Emocio Brings Together Expertise

(eap) Compelling storytelling has long since evolved beyond a purely decorative element in theme and amusement parks, zoos and other leisure facilities. Instead, it forms the narrative thread that strategically connects attractions, shows and (...) read more

News | 26 Feb 2026

TAC Acquires based on IT GmbH

(eap) The Austrian software provider TAC | The Assistant Company, which offers various products for fitness facilities as well as the thermal bath, spa and leisure industry, has announced the acquisition of German based on IT GmbH. The product (...) read more

News | 26 Feb 2026

F1 Arcade Drives Global Expansion Forward

(eap) With new locations in the United States as well as a first franchising deal in Southern Europe, F1® Arcade is currently strategically advancing its international expansion. F1 Arcade combines Formula 1 gameplay with gastronomy, event formats (...) read more

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News | 25 Feb 2026

IAAPA and MENALAC to Join Forces to Launch IAAPA MENA

(eap) Around one month before the start of the first trade show of the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) in the Middle East region, the association has announced to establish a regional office in the MENA region as (...) read more

News | 25 Feb 2026

ADRENA: New Red Sea Tourism Destination to Make Waves

(eap) As part of the large-scale tourism development project “The Red Sea” in Saudi Arabia, which welcomed its first guests in 2023, the new adventure sports and entertainment destination ADRENA is set to officially open to visitors this Sunday (1 (...) read more

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News | 24 Feb 2026

Efteling: Opening Date of “Hooghmoed” Announced

(eap) At Efteling, a new attraction specifically designed for younger visitors is currently being developed near the popular dive coaster “Baron 1898”. The opening date for “Hooghmoed” has now been confirmed: the brand-new drop tower attraction will (...) read more

News | 24 Feb 2026

Germany’s Klimahaus Expands Offering with New Audio Guide

(eap) Germany’s Klimahaus Bremerhaven edutainment centre is expanding its educational offering in the exhibition area “The Journey” with an audio guide that accompanies visitors on a 50-minute tour. Visitors can now embark on an equally entertaining (...) read more

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News | 23 Feb 2026

FKF Awards: These Attractions Convinced Enthusiasts

(eap) The Freundeskreis Kirmes- und Freizeitparks e.V. (FKF) announced the winners of the FKF Awards of the year 2025 during its 11th FKF Convention, held on 21 and 22 February in the Black Forest. Since 2003, the German association has used this (...) read more

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News | 20 Feb 2026

Aérophile Delivers First Tethered Ballon to Taiwan

(eap) In time for the Chinese New Year celebrations (17 February to 3 March 2026), a new visitor attraction commenced soft operations at the foot of Jiujiu Peak in Taiwan’s Nantou County (Republic of China): a tethered balloon by the French company (...) read more

News | 20 Feb 2026

Immersium:Vienna Presents “World of Mysteries"

(eap) A new experience program has launched this week at Immersium:Vienna: “World of Mysteries – The Immersive Experience” takes family audiences on a journey to some of the most fascinating unsolved enigmas of our world. Covering 1,100 square (...) read more

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News | 20 Feb 2026

Sportoase De Watermolen Celebrates Opening

(eap) The new indoor swimming complex Sportoase De Watermolen in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, opened its doors to visitors for the first time last weekend. Built on the site of a former municipal recreational park, the new water world is now available for (...) read more

News | 20 Feb 2026

David McKillips Named CEO of Topgolf International

(eap) The sport entertainment company Topgolf International has announced the appointment of David McKillips (photo) as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Effective Monday, 23 February, McKillips will be responsible for the company’s strategic (...) read more

News | 20 Feb 2026

Monterey Bay Aquarium Appoints Jenny Gray as new CEO

(eap) The experienced animal ethicist Dr. Jennifer Gray (photo) will take over the leadership of the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California – in May of this year she will assume the position of Chief Executive Officer from long-serving founding (...) read more

News | 20 Feb 2026

Giant Bat Facility Under Construction at Vienna Zoo

(eap) While winter still prevails in Europe, a piece of rainforest is already taking shape at Tiergarten Schönbrunn (Vienna Zoo). After 20 years, the zoo’s “Rainforest House” is being completely renovated and will reopen this year with a new (...) read more

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