(eap) Fiona Eastwood, who took over as interim CEO of Merlin Entertainments following the departure of Scott O’Neil last November (c.f. EAP news of 27 Nov 2024), has now been appointed as CEO of the company. In her new role, Eastwood is responsible (...) read more
(eap) Since this past weekend, visitors to Universal Studios Singapore at Resorts World Sentosa (RWS) have been able to discover the new theme world “Illumination’s Minion Land” with a range of new attractions. This means that the cheeky, clumsy (...) read more
(eap) To celebrate its 50th anniversary this year, the Italian theme park Gardaland, operated by Merlin Entertainments, will present a completely new IP: “Animal Treasure Island” (c.f. EAP news of 27 Nov 2024). This is to include several characters (...) read more
(eap) Merlin Entertainments (Merlin), the UK-headquartered operating group whose portfolio includes the LEGOLAND theme parks, Madame Tussauds and Sea Life attractions, is considering the sale of several visitor aquariums, including Sea Life-branded (...) read more
(eap) Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence, but not everyone is using AI-based tools in their everyday work. “Only those who dare to test new technologies can really judge them” – this was the core message of a workshop held by the (...) read more
(eap) The Austrian company Kraftwerk Living Technologies (KLT), which specializes in integrated media technology solutions and media-based attractions, was honored at the “Inavation Awards 2025” for the “Chimelong Bermuda Storm Theater” – a (...) read more
(eap) The US film and television company Warner Bros. and the Chinese tourism and hospitality group Jinjiang International have signed an agreement that will bring the “Harry Potter Studio Tour” visitor attraction known from London (and since 2023 (...) read more
(eap) The US amusement park Kennywood near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which is operated by Palace Entertainment, has unveiled some new features for this year’s season. These include the new “Kennywood Junction” themed area, which will feature five (...) read more
(eap) The US company SimEx-Iwerks Entertainment, which specialises in modern cinema attractions such as 3D, 4D and VR attractions as well as motion simulators and flying theatres, has unveiled its new brand identity. Since the company was founded in (...) read more
(eap) The Saudi Qiddiya Investment Company has signed an agreement this week with US theme park operator Six Flags Entertainment Corporation (Six Flags), making Six Flags the future operator of the two under-construction theme park destinations Six (...) read more
(eap) Following the existing attractions for entertaining ice cream fun in New York, Chicago, Austin, Singapore, Miami and Boston, the next Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors in Las Vegas in 2026. The interactive exhibition concept dedicated to (...) read more
(eap) Following the opening of The Wave in Bristol in 2019, the company’s second artificial surfing facility is now to be built in London. For the first time, The Wave is working together with surf lagoon specialist Endless Surf, who first (...) read more
(eap) The four-star Hotel Neuhaus Zillertal Resort in Mayrhofen, Austria, has recently opened a new bathhouse with numerous amenities for the whole family. These include a water world for children, an adults-only spa and a sauna (...) read more
(eap) From February 15, visitors to the British LEGOLAND® Windsor Resort will be able to experience the “Deep Sea Adventure” attraction in a new look. The ride from Mack Rides is based on the “LEGO® City Deep Sea Adventure” play series and takes (...) read more
(eap) Tourism in Germany reached a new milestone in 2024. According to the Federal Statistical Office, a total of 496.1 million overnight stays were recorded by domestic and foreign guests. This represents an increase of 1.9 percent compared to 2023 (...) read more
(eap) The French zoo Bioparc de Doué-la-Fontaine in the Pays de la Loire region can look back on a successful 2024 season and is now entering its 65th season. The zoo, which is located in the heart of a former quarry, is run by the third generation (...) read more
(eap) Fans of funfairs and amusement parks came together again this year to join the eleventh “FKF Convention”, to exchange about their shared hobby and make new contacts. The event organized by Freundeskreis Kirmes und Freizeitparks e. V. (FKF) (...) read more
(eap) In April of this year, Hall U Need plans to open its second Family Entertainment Center (FEC) in France, this time at Westfield Carré Sénart in Lieusaint. Therefore, the building of a former Bowling Star facility is being transformed into a (...) read more
(eap) Since March 2022, the GMF-operated Therme Obernsees thermal spa in Bavaria, Germany, has been modernized in several construction phases parallel to regular bathing and sauna operations. A new outdoor pool and relaxation room were recently (...) read more
(eap) The US amusement and water park Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom (operated by the Six Flags Entertainment Corporation) in Allentown, Pennsylvania, is making some changes to its water park area this year. In the field of attractions, the two (...) read more
