Archive For March, 2020

Bungee jumping standard underway at ASTM International

By | March 23, 2020

W. CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — Bungee jumping industry stakeholders are being encouraged to join an effort to create a standard that will support the growing number of bungee jumping operations worldwide.The proposed standard (WK62522) is being developed by ASTM International’s subcommittee on adventure attractions (F24.61), part of the committee on amusement rides and devices (F24). The standard aims […]

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Jungle Island debuts new family-friendly attractions as part of ongoing multi-million dollar transformation into Miami’s eco-adventure theme park

By | March 23, 2020

MIAMI, Fla. — Jungle Island announced today the opening of a family-friendly TreeWalk Village and thematic playground, which are the latest in a series of new attractions and entertainment offerings coming soon to Miami’s premier eco-adventure theme park and events destination.  Jungle Island’s additions are designed to connect the 18-acre park’s tropical surroundings and wildlife with journeys reminiscent of a […]

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Operational update from Knoebels

By | March 23, 2020

After much discussion and monitoring of the quickly changing COVID-19 situation, we’ve made the decision to delay the start of our 2020 season by two weeks. Opening Weekend is now scheduled for May 9 and 10. This means our events schedule for April and part of May will be updated. We’ll communicate these updates via […]

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Dreamworld and WhiteWater World closure

By | March 23, 2020

As a direct result of the global COVID-19 situation, and the Government’s most recently announced measures regarding social distancing, including restrictions on non-essential indoor and mass gatherings, the Board of Ardent Leisure has made the decision to temporarily cease operating Dreamworld and WhiteWater World, effective from Monday 23 March 2020. We can assure the public […]

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Amusement Industry preview needs you!

By | March 19, 2020

Amusement Today is planning to publish its annual amusement industry preview in the May 2020 issue. To make certain your new-for-2020 installs are included, send a list of your 2020 projects to jseifert@amusementtoday.com. The deadline for inclusion is April 10, 2020. AT is looking for any new ride or attraction at parks, water parks, family entertainment centers, traveling carnivals […]

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To our Falcon’s family of clients, vendors, colleagues and friends

By | March 19, 2020

We sincerely hope you are all well as we do our best to cope with the COVID-19 pandemic and the global reaction that is dramatically impacting everyone. Our hearts go out to all those directly affected. Please know we are here to help and that our ability to deliver to our clients remains a top […]

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Innovative Leisure adds high ropes course to West Park Leisure Centre, U.K.

By | March 19, 2020

Adventure attractions specialist Innovate Leisure has announced the opening of its latest Sky Trail high ropes course at West Park Leisure Centre in Long Eaton, Nottingham, UK. The new addition to the venue made its debut just before Christmas 2019 and brings a totally new experience to the location, joining other, more familiar sporting activities. […]

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IAFE encourages you to contact your Congresspersons

By | March 19, 2020

Our industry – our amazing world of fairs and associated events, full of such good people – is being decimated by the coronavirus pandemic. We all know that the federal government is getting requests from every segment of the economy for assistance, and ours is no different. Now is the time that we all must […]

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Contact members of Congress to protect the U.S. attractions industry

By | March 19, 2020

While the health of Americans is of utmost importance, Congress must also protect the jobs and businesses affected by the coronavirus outbreak—which is having an unprecedented impact on the U.S. attractions industry. Has COVID-19 led to a reduction in your business? A reduction in advanced sales? Caused you to reduce your staff or close your […]

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Legacy Entertainment announces March 20th re-opening of Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park after short-term closure: Legacy continues work on a variety of additional major projects across Asia

By | March 19, 2020

SHANGHA, China — Signaling the start of a measured return to business as usual, Legacy Entertainment has announced that Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park will resume limited operations beginning Friday, March 20th after a short-term closure. The park had ceased operations on January 24th as a preventative safety measure in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. This phased roll-out […]

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