Archive For February, 2020

Urban Air Adventure Park introduces exhilarating indoor attractions to Dix Hills, New York

By | February 11, 2020

DALLAS, Texas — Urban Air, the premier indoor family entertainment company, announced today it is expanding to include a new Urban Air Adventure Park in Dix Hills. Urban Air Adventure Parks usher-in a new dimension of active entertainment including wall-to-wall trampolines and aerial sports offering a wide range of activities that appeal to all ages […]

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Wooden Warrior wheels

By | February 11, 2020

The wheels on the Timberliner train have been gone through, cleaned and painted as the rolling stock on Wooden Warrior is getting a complete facelift for the 2020 season. Quassy Amusement Park opens April 25 with Splash Away Bay waterpark and Quassy Beach slated to open Memorial Day weekend. Quassy Amusement & Waterpark here is […]

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FlyOver America to launch new ‘Fly Hawaii’ simulation at Mall of America

By | February 11, 2020

BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — FlyOver America, the virtual flight attraction that takes guests on an aerial voyage of the nation’s most popular landmarks, is excited to announce the opening of their newest flight adventure: Fly Hawaii.  The new Fly Hawaii simulation invites guests to take in the majestic beauty of the Hawaiian Islands. The flight will glide […]

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The voice of Big Tex waves goodbye

By | February 11, 2020

DALLAS, Texas — With great sadness in our hearts, the State Fair of Texas is announcing the passing of the voice of our beloved Big Tex, Mr. Robert “Bob” Boykin. Bob (August 28, 1946 – January 23, 2020) was a true Texan – born in Dallas and raised in Richardson, he graduated from high school […]

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Steve Bell selected to serve on the IAAPA North American Regional Advisory Committee in 2020

By | February 11, 2020

GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Steve Bell, Business Solutions Architect at Gateway Ticketing Systems, has been selected to serve on the 2020 IAAPA North American Regional Advisory Committee. The North American Regional Advisory Committee (NARAC) is made up of attractions industry leaders who come together to help guide IAAPA as it serves the global attractions industry. With […]

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Cyclone coaster canvas contest

By | February 9, 2020

Combine your creative juices with a sprinkle of adrenaline and enter Luna Park’s “coaster canvas contest”. This is the first-ever contest to design the front of the Coney Island Cyclone. The Coney Island Cyclone fashions a new face from year to year. Some years the front design of the Cyclone honors a milestone, others a […]

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Betson Orlando to host open house

By | February 9, 2020

Betson Orlando will hold their annual Open House on Saturday, March 28th at their office in Orlando, FL. The open house will feature top manufacturers showcasing the latest games, industry representatives on hand to discuss services and products, and exclusive show finance & leasing specials. Along with the latest arcade games, the Betson Parts & Service […]

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Betson announces three new promotions for the sales team

By | February 7, 2020

Betson Enterprises is proud to announce the promotions of Joe Herbert, Brandon Horton, and Steve Lamoreaux, each to Regional Sales Manager. Joe Herbert is based out of Betson Florida and will help manage in the Southeast region under the direction of Regional Sales Director, David Capilouto.  Brandon Horton, working out of the Betson Texas office, […]

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Midwest Coin and Embed team up to build arcades to achieve 40% year-over-year growth

By | February 7, 2020

DALLAS, Texas — Embed, the worldwide leader of the cashless business management systems and solutions for the amusement, entertainment and leisure industries, is proud to partner with Midwest Coin Concepts, the premier choice for amusement entertainment machines, to bring unmanned arcades into small footprints. Transforming vacant spaces into fun-filled arcades, Midwest Coin manages more than 10 […]

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Semnox – Fantasy Island mark three years of fruitful association

By | February 7, 2020

Semnox’s integrated business solution implemented at Fantasy Island Amusement Park, Lincolnshire, UK, has been running smoothly for three years now. With more than 50 indoor and outdoor rides as well as over 400 arcade machines, Fantasy Island is an immensely popular year-round destination with families and fun-seekers alike. Pleased with their fruitful association with Semnox […]

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