Archive For November, 2021
The DECEMBER 2021 issue includes: 2021 IAFE Convention and Trade Show come to San Antonio Annual Holiday Cooking Guide Gerstlauer, Ride Entertainment bring one-of-a-kind coaster to Texas Holiday merriment unfolds in parks across the country Almost 1.6 million attend Arizona State Fair The Great Frederick Fair has successful run Upgrades and a new slide in store for […]
SARASOTA, Fla. — Clair Hain, President and Owner of Great Coasters International, Inc., and Tim Viox, Co-Owner of Leisure Labs, LLC, announce a partnership with Sanoyas Rides Corporation to bring Tobu Zoo’s legendary Regina Wooden Roller Coaster back to its original glory! Sanoyas Rides Corporation President, Mr. Yoshio Nagamatsu, stated that “Great Coasters is the […]
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — The votes have been tallied and a victor made clear: Kennywood’s Kangaroo ride will feature the Vintage theming, including a ride logo, vibrant car designs and all-new LED lighting package when it makes its triumphant return in 2022 Nearly 12,000 votes were submitted to select the new style for the returning […]
VALDOSTA, Ga. — Wild Adventures Theme Park has announced additions that will be unveiled in 2022, including a new restaurant and live music venue, a partnership with Georgia Beer Company, new and expanded festivals, new nighttime events, a new animal attraction and more. “These additions reflect our desire to create new and exciting experiences for […]
ELYSBURG, Pa. — Kozmo Klaus and his elves at Knoebels are hard at work making final preparations for their newest season of fun. On November 26, Joy Through the Grove – a Christmas light experience – will return for a second year. The drive through light display is open nightly November 26 through January 2 […]
AUSTIN — Virtuix, creator of the “Omni Arena” virtual reality esports attraction, celebrated its most successful IAAPA show ever, underscoring the continued rebound of the FEC industry. While the show had fewer attendants, many came with the intention to buy. “We’re thrilled about the success of Omni Arena at the show,” said Jan Goetgeluk, Founder and […]
VANCOUVER, Canada — WhiteWater had plenty to update everyone with at the IAAPA Expo 2021 in Orlando, Florida. The world has not stood still during the last 20 months, and WhiteWater outlined developments it has been making to its business, team, and products during that time. Projects have continued, and some notable openings this year […]
PUNTA CANA — Today, Meliá Hotels International, in joint venture with Falcon’s Beyond Global, has announced extensive plans to build and develop a world-class theme park, Katmandu™, slated to open fall 2022 in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and a premier entertainment, dining, and retail destination. The Falcon’s Beyond™ destination entertainment plan has been developed in […]
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — A true Kennywood classic will rejoin the park’s world-class collection of rides in 2022.The iconic Kangaroo will return fully refurbished and ready to thrill riders with its unique ride experience – a rite of passage for younger guests seeking bigger thrills. “Kangaroo is a one-of-a-kind ride that’s perfect for a one-of-a-kind park like Kennywood,” […]
The UK’s first and only double launch rollercoaster ICON is getting twisted next Spring with ENSŌ. In a first for Europe, riders on ICON’s rear two seats will spin and twist freely during the ride’s existing thrilling duration. ICON’s exhilarating high speed accelerations, electrifying twists and turns and heart stopping interactions will all be turned […]
