Archive For June, 2020
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — After much careful preparation, Dollywood Parks and Resorts start reopening beginning with Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa on June 10. Dollywood Theme Park and Dollywood’s Splash Country Water Park open June 15 and 16 for season pass guests only. Both parks open to the general public on June 17. “We are […]
Several people have contacted the OABA about an email they’ve received from either Greg or Debbie Powers with a request for gift cards, etc. IT IS A SCAM. Please do NOT reply to these emails. The content is this: How are you doing today? I need your Assistance, are you available? Can you please handle this […]
These attractions reopened, And Gateway Ticketing spent last Wednesday asking them what they’ve learned
By News Release | June 3, 2020
GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems, the world leader in ticketing, admission control, revenue generation and expert consulting for the attractions industry, held the eleventh installment of their Webinar Wednesdays series on Wednesday, May 27, titled: These Attractions Have Already Reopened – Here’s What They Learned So Far. Their panel of industry professionals from attractions that […]
ORLANDO, Fla. — IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, today announced registration is now open for IAAPA Expo 2020 in Orlando, Florida, Nov. 16-20, 2020. The resiliency, ingenuity, and creativity of the global attractions industry will be on full display at the Orange County Convention Center as professionals come together to discover new products, services, trends […]
Successful start of the 2020 season: Movie Park Germany draws a positive conclusion after the Whit weekend!
By News Release | June 3, 2020
BOTTROP-KIRCHHELLEN — The first cinematic adventures of the 2020 season are in the can! Friday before the Whit weekend, Move Park Germany has opened its doors again for all movie and amusement park fans and started into the new season. In close cooperation with the local authorities and along the lines of best practices within […]
MK Themed Attractions welcome well-known face from the French attraction industry, Mallorie Levent, to help attractions prepare for the themed experiences ahead.
By News Release | June 3, 2020
RINGSTED, Denmark — As theme parks around the world have started to re-open or have finally been able to set a date for opening after the COVID-19 crisis, MK Themed Attractions wants to be as ready as possible to help optimise attractions’ themed experiences and therefore welcome Mallorie LEVENT to their team. It is no […]
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Kentucky Kingdom has lowered its admission prices for the upcoming season. General admission tickets are now $29.95. Season passes, which include free parking and many in-park discounts, are now priced at only $49.95. Season passes and general admission tickets are now available online at kentuckykingdom.com. Concerning the 15,000 guests who have already purchased their […]
Aquatica San Antonio will reopen and welcome guests begining Saturday, June 6, 2020
By News Release | June 2, 2020
Aquatica San Antonio is preparing to re-open its gates to a limited guest capacity on Saturday, June 6. The park’s team of health and safety professionals has spent the last two months making sure the park is ready by working diligently alongside health officials, local and state governments, and attraction industry leaders to make its […]
The IATP’S priority is the health, safety and well being of our sponsors, exhibitors, attendees, staff and other guests. We look forward to bringing you the industry’s premier virtual event!
The global coronavirus pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of our personal and professional lives. Of course, it has also impacted IAAPA and our industry in significant ways. These times are truly unprecedented and have presented challenges and opportunities our association has never encountered before. We are relying on the IAAPA board and our committees […]
