Archive For 2016

Simworx continues new product development with launch of Flying Theatre

By | November 17, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – UK-based Simworx has announced the launch of another major addition to its product range, the 360° Flying Theatre. The specialist supplier of media based dynamic simulation attractions has partnered with Dutch company Mondial, one of the leading amusement ride manufacturers in the world, to bring an all new range of technologies together […]

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Quassy to fly high in 2017 with new kiddieland

By | November 16, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – The lakefront kiddieland at Quassy Amusement & Waterpark, Middlebury, Conn., will be taking flight with two new rides for the 2017 season, park officials said today. Skipper’s Clipper’s, a Pirate Jet ride from SBF/Visa Group, and Up, Up & Away, a Zamperla Samba Balloon, have been purchased by the landmark property, Quassy […]

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Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Announces ‘World’s First’ Features Of Indoor Track Design And Details Of Thrilling Attractions

By | November 16, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – Andretti Indoor Karting & Games debuted details about their ground breaking upcoming Orlando track design and attractions to more than 30,000 attractions industry professionals from around the world in Orlando, Florida, during IAAPA Attractions Expo, the attractions industry’s premier trade show and conference. Opening in July 2017 off of I-Drive, behind the […]

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Busch Gardens Tampa honored with the 2016 Applause Award

By | November 16, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – Biannually, since 1980, the prestigious Applause Award honors a park whose management, operations and creative accomplishments have inspired the industry with foresight, originality and sound business development. The winner of the 2016 Applause Award is Busch Gardens Tampa, FL, USA. “With a unique mix of world-class attractions, outstanding animal exhibits and strong […]

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DNP Showcases Photo Printing Solutions for Attractions Industry at IAAPA 2016

By | November 15, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – At IAAPA 2016, DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (booth #4651) will showcase its award-winning digital photo printing solutions that provide custom photo souvenirs at many of the world’s most renowned amusement parks and attractions. Among its latest product introductions being shown at IAAPA 2016, DNP will feature its new DS-RX1HS™ dye-sublimation photo printer […]

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Poarch Band of Creek Indians Unveil New Tourist Destination Complex Projected to Bring 1 Million New Visitors to Alabama Features Amusement Park, Marriott Hotel, Proximity to Sports Complex

By | November 15, 2016

FOLEY, Ala. – The Poarch Band of Creek Indians today unveiled detailed plans for its first-class, family-friendly tourist destination currently under construction near Alabama’s most popular beaches. The development’s name, Owa, means “big water” in the Muscogee Creek language. Owa “big water” refers to the 14-acre lake at the center of the unique project that […]

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accesso Unveils Revolutionary Smart Park Wearable

By | November 15, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – accesso Technology Group plc (AIM: ACSO) has a long history of coloring outside the lines, and its latest innovation may redefine lines altogether. Having made its mark on leisure, entertainment and cultural markets by providing cutting-edge queuing and ticketing solutions to top attractions around the globe, accesso today revealed a shining new […]

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IAAPA Attractions Expo 2016 Opens, Bringing New Thrill Rides, Food, Immersive Games, and Technology to a Theme Park Near You

By | November 14, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – New thrill rides, immersive games, fun foods, and emerging technology are the buzz of IAAPA Attractions Expo 2016 underway in Orlando through Nov. 18. IAAPA Attractions Expo is the largest annual conference and trade show for the $39.5 billion global theme park and attractions industry. The must-attend event converts the Orange County […]

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Affordable and thrilling roller coaster offers visibility and capacity with a small footprint

By | November 14, 2016

ORLANDO, Fla. – For too long, parks have had limited thrill options for roller coasters around two million dollars, especially those that are American designed, manufactured, and supported. Skyline Attractions enthusiastically announced today an end to that struggle by introducing Skywarp and expanding its growing portfolio of innovative products for the amusement industry. Using clever […]

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CENTAMAN Expands US Presence

By | November 14, 2016

In November 2016, CENTAMAN, a leading provider of software for the tourism and visitor attractions space, will expand its operations in the USA by opening an office in California. CENTAMAN will enhance its west coast operations from a corporate office in Huntington Beach. “We’re very excited to be expanding our US presence in California,” Mr […]

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