This summer saw the opening of a new thrill ride at Tampere, Finland’s Särkänniemi Adventure Park. “X“ is the name of the new ride that primarily aims to attract teenagers and thrill seekers. Supplied by Italian company Zamperla, the Discovery (...) read more
The US company Bowlmor AMF, one of the world’s largest bowling center operators, recently contracted the Creative Works design company to set up new laser tag facilities in three different bowling centers located in the Southeast of the USA: AMF (...) read more
Disney California Adventure Park in Anaheim (California) recently announced the opening of a new attraction in 2017, which will immerse visitors into the world of Marvel’s “Guardians of the Galaxy” characters. The storyline, which was created by the (...) read more
In the Dutch town of Scheveningen, located close to The Hague, Europe’s first Ferris wheel constructed over sea recently opened at The Pier. With a height of 40 meters and 36 closed gondolas, the new attraction supplied by Dutch Wheels promises to (...) read more
After another delay of two weeks, today will see the long anticipated opening of the IMG Worlds of Adventure, one of the newest indoor theme parks in Dubai (cp. EAP news from December 1, 2015). Owned by Ilyas & Mustafa Galadari Group (IMG Group), (...) read more
The Germany-based company Regiondo, which offers booking solutions for tours and activity providers, has announced its cooperation with TripAdvisor subsidiary Viator, which is a leading resource for travelers to research and book tours and (...) read more
The Empire State Building, one of New York City’s most famous sights, recently introduced an exciting new elevator experience for visitors on their way to the 86th Floor Observatory. One-of-a-kind mini-shows with sound, created by design studio (...) read more
In the presence of Amsterdam mayor Eberhard van der Laan and initiator Sander Groet, a brand-new visitor attraction was opened at the top of Amsterdam’s A’DAM Tower, located on the north bank of the IJ, across from Amsterdam Central Station, (...) read more
The shopping and leisure destination Säntispark, which is located in the Swiss city of Abtwil, celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, together with its customers and guests, offering a special entertainment program starting today until this (...) read more
WhiteWater West Industries Ltd. (WWI), a Canadian manufacturer of water attractions, and the Thai Vana Nava Company Ltd. recently established the new joint venture company WhiteWater West Southeast Asia Co. Ltd. (WW SEA) to offer a fully integrated (...) read more
René van de Ven (photo) will take over the position of Managing Director at the Dutch company ELI Play, effective from September 1st, 2016. He succeeds Eric Verstappen, who had been in this position for nearly the past ten years. René van de Ven is (...) read more
Jochen Schweizer Arena is the name of a new 2,250 square meter large multifunctional destination that is currently built by the Jochen Schweizer Group in the south of Munich/Germany, which will feature the main attractions “flying”, “surfing” and (...) read more
Located in Lake Buena Vista/Florida, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon Water Park plans to open a new adventurous water attraction next year – “Miss Fortune Falls” tells the story of the heroine “Captain Mary Oceaneer”, who, according to the legend, got (...) read more
The BELANTIS family theme park located in the German city of Leipzig recently introduced a new digital solution for its ticket sales to operators and groups, developed by the software provider bookingkit. From now on, the BELANTIS park and tour (...) read more
The Austrian-based software provider TAC (The Assistant Company) now works with the InterSpa Group, which amongst others operates several leisure swimming facilities under the Wonnemar brand in Germany, providing six of such locations with their (...) read more
The Spanish operator group Parques Reunidos recently announced to manage the Vietnamese Sun World Ha Long Park complex, which is composed of a theme and a water park. The company has already signed a strategic agreement with the Sun Group investment (...) read more
The German Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (VDFU) is the most important interest group of German theme park operators and will promote as such tomorrow’s international rollercoaster day. More than 50 of such spectacular rides tickle (...) read more
Universal Orlando Resort’s Islands of Adventure theme park recently reopened its popular “The Incredible Hulk” coaster after it was closed down last year for major renovation works. At an official reopening ceremony with the “Marvel Super Heroes”, (...) read more
Today, the German Serengeti-Park located in Hodenhagen (Lower Saxony) opens three new lodge types for overnight-guests, which include adventure, ranger and tent lodges. The mobile ranger lodges offer a real camping experience in heatable pickup (...) read more
Berlin Zoo recently added a free smartphone app to its visitor service to provide guests with the latest news about the park’s animals, tours and shows as well as with practical information on entrance fees and opening times. Furthermore, smartphone (...) read more
