Archive For May, 2021
ARLINGTON, Texas — Amusement Today Publisher Gary Slade has announced that the 2021 Golden Ticket Awards voting would return to it normal selection of categories and a special presentation event will be held online. “After an extensive search to find the right location for our annual in-person event, it became clear that our industry is […]
Dubai-based children’s play area and cafe chain Fiafia has successfully implemented Semnox’s Cashless RFID wristband system, Handheld POS, F&B POS and Inventory Management system for its outlets located at Ferdous and its new facility at DIFC. Amidst the COVID-19 Pandemic, and as we begin to see light of the day with the vaccination, the industry […]
Dollywood collaborates with Intel to launch exclusive drone light show this summer
By News Release | May 28, 2021
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — While Great Smoky Mountains National Park already is well known for its synchronous fireflies, guests at Dollywood can enjoy their own synchronized performance this summer as Intel® Drone Light Shows launches hundreds of drones into the sky for a spectacular nighttime experience. The performances take place each evening during the park’s Summer […]
Donald Raymond Massie Jr. age 83, formally from Burbank, IL passed away peacefully on May 23, 2021. Loving Father of Shari (Jim) Selmer, Donald Raymond III (Michelle) Massie. Cherished Grandfather of Drew and Paige Massie. Dear Brother of the late Donna L. Schnittker, and Charles Massie. Fond Uncle of Barbara (Jeff) Fowler, Doug (Ashley) Schnittker, […]
Universal Orlando Resort becomes first major Orlando theme park to increase starting base rate to $15 per hour
By News Release | May 28, 2021
ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort today announced it is increasing its starting base rate to $15 per hour – up from $13 – and giving more than 18,000 current team members a raise based on the new rates and their time with the company. Today’s announcement represents the single-largest wage increase in Universal Orlando […]
Legoland California Resort just got more awesome with the opening of The Lego Movie World!
By News Release | May 28, 2021
CARLSBAD, Calif. — Streamers filled the air, sparklers burst into the sky and entertainers packed the stage as LEGOLAND® California Resort President Kurt Stocks and two junior Resort ambassadors announced THE LEGO® MOVIE™ WORLD was officially open to guests at LEGOLAND California Resort. Based on the blockbuster films The LEGO® Movie™ and The LEGO® Movie™ 2: The Second Part, […]
The June 2021 issue of Amusement Today is available for FREE via Digital Edition and/or downloadable PDF! Universal delivers Jurassic Park: VelociCoaster Amusement Expo International 2021 preview 2021 Golden Ticket Awards to be held online New Funplex lights up Myrtle Beach sky Miler coaster to see new life at Traders Village Wisdom Tornado touches down at Knoebels Martin & Vleminckx constructing new […]
BRISTOL, Conn. — Lake Compounce’s big 175th birthday celebration gets even more massive starting Memorial Day Weekend. Venus Vortex, Lake Compounce’s largest water slide to date, opens for adventurous riders Saturday, May 29. After being devoured by the Venus flytrap-themed thriller, guests can do the dining themselves throughout June at the first-ever Bites and Pints Food & Drink […]
Embed provides integrated cashless solutions to Zone Out Arcade, Australia
By News Release | May 27, 2021
SINGAPORE — Transforming the business of fun since 2001, Embed, the worldwide leader of the cashless business management systems and solutions for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industries, is proud to provide integrated cashless solutions to Zone Out Arcade located in Nelson Bay, Australia. Zone Out Arcade opened its doors to the public on Christmas […]
Garbarino, Suozzi introduce bill to provide relief funding to amusement parks and similar small businesses
By News Release | May 27, 2021
WASHINGTON D.C. — Congressman Andrew Garbarino (R-NY) and Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) introduced H.R. 3392 – The Family Fun Act – which would expand eligibility for the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Shutter Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) program to include amusement parks and other community businesses. They were joined by Reps. Lee Zeldin (R-NY), Kathleen […]
