Archive For 2020
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 […]
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — In an effort to build upon the value it provides the industry and ensure its sustainability, the California Pool and Spa Association (CPSA) Board of Directors voted to affiliate with the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA). “Together, CPSA and PHTA will continue to elevate our industry’s professionalism through best-in-class education, tools and […]
Premier Rides proud to be inaugural sponsor of the first ever IAAPA Virtual Expo: Asia
By News Release | June 2, 2020
BALTIMORE, Md. — Premier Rides, known best for its cutting-edge attractions, is proud to announce that they are the inaugural sponsor of the first-ever virtual expo by IAAPA, the global association for the attractions industry. With travel and large gatherings limited worldwide, IAAPA has found a new way to connect theme park operators, designers and […]
BRANSON, Mo. — After much preparation, numerous operational changes and added health and safety measures for guests and employees, we are pleased to announce Silver Dollar City is opening exclusively for Season Pass Holders on Saturday, June 13 & Sunday, June 14, followed by all guests on Monday, June 15. “Creating Memories Worth Repeating […]
On the 25th of May, Walibi Holland opened their doors again with the newly rethemed area Speed Zone. After the retheming of Sherwood forest into Wilderness, which opened in 2019, Walibi Holland continued their ‘festivalization’ rebranding strategy with the opening of the Speed Zone area. As Leisure Expert Group has designed both themepark experiences as […]
Unusual times require unusual measures. “Innovative Thinking” is more important than ever before. As a pioneer and global market leader in the floating aquapark business, Wibit has not only developed a new way of enjoying life at the beach with thae BeachCocoon, but also in the water – respecting the new corona safety regulations: The world’s first […]
MIDDLEBURY, Conn. — Quassy Amusement & Waterpark here will kick off its 2020 season on Saturday, June 20, Quassy officials have announced. The park’s traditional April opening was delayed due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. The iconic lakeside property will operate under COVID-19 mandates issued by the State of Connecticut, which include social distancing in […]
Funcity one of the biggest family entertainment centers in India, has recently adopted Semnox’s SmartFun app to enhance user experience. This definitive mobile app enables Funcity to provide customers with functionalities expected by an FEC end-user like purchase of new cards, linking, managing, and topping-up an existing card. SmartFun affords Funcity and its clientele immense […]
We realize that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, you and your teams may not have had the time or resources available to earn the continuing education units (CEUs) necessary to renew your AIMS certification in time for the May 31 deadline. To relieve some of the pressure and allow you to focus on the important […]
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Sally Dark Rides, a global leader in the design and manufacture of dark ride attractions, has begun installation on the newly reimagined dark ride, The Great Humbug Adventure at Santa’s Village in Jefferson, NH. The refreshment will include new features while maintaining some classic fan favorites. Once it is safe enough to get together again, the reopening […]
