Archive For 2021
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 […]
Holovis and LEGOLAND New York were the proud recipients of a second place Brass Ring Award at the IAAPA 2021 Expo in Orlando for LEGO Factory Adventure Ride, the brand new attraction that opened with the resort this Summer. The ride was awarded in the “Major Ride/Attraction Product cost of more than US$5 million” category. LEGOLAND New […]
ST. LOUIS — Intercard’s festive IAAPA Attractions Expo Customer Appreciation Party reunited more than 200 members of the company’s global family of customers, staff and industry colleagues for an evening of good cheer on November 16, 2021. Guests came from as far away as Asia, Australia, the Middle East and South America to celebrate the […]
Gerald Lee Murphy Sr. (Jerry) passed away comfortably in his sleep on November 9, 2021 at the age of 82. Jerry was born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota on February 21, 1939. He was preceded in death by his Father John and Mother Gladys (Larson) Murphy. Jerry grew up in the amusement industry and was […]
ORLANDO — ProParks Attractions Group has been named as the new operator for the Sun Splash Waterpark in Cape Coral, FL effective immediately. Sun Splash Waterpark is one of the most popular southwest Florida waterparks, located in the vibrant waterfront community of Cape Coral. Curt Caffey, President of ProParks Attractions Group said, “The addition of […]
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. — The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is excited to celebrate the holiday season with Winter Wonderland at the Boardwalk from November 26, 2021, to January 2, 2022. Advance tickets for operating days will go on sale Monday, November 15 at beachboardwalk.com/Winter-Wonderland/ Winter Wonderland is Santa Cruz County’s largest holiday celebration and will […]
Taking a ride on a roller coaster could reduce your levels of anxiety and increase your feelings of happiness and self-confidence, according to Dr. David Lewis following his study at Thorpe Park in England. Of course, members of American Coaster Enthusiasts (ACE) have known about these positive side effects for years. To embrace and highlight […]
WISCONSIN DELLS, Wisc. — America’s Largest Waterpark is counting the minutes until May 28, 2022, also known as Opening Day at Noah’s Ark Waterpark! The 43rd season of fun at Noah’s Ark Waterpark will bring an expanded schedule from May 28 – September 5, new eateries, and fun events. The fun kicks off Memorial Day weekend with spine-tingling attractions like […]
