Archive For 2021
VICTORIA B.C. — Following a 22-year career in the amusement and theme park industry Nathan Jones is excited about his latest venture and launch of eXP Maven. Jones has established himself as an impactful executive in the attractions industry holding senior executive positions with WhiteWater, Vekoma Rides, Brogent Technologies, and most recently CAVU Designwerks. These […]
SINGAPORE — March 8 marks International Womens’ Day: a global day celebrating the social, economic and political achievements of women. Given what the world has been through in 2020, Embed is celebrating the courage, strength, grit and determination of women who have hustled hard to not only survive the year, but thrive. Many industry colleagues […]
GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems and WhiteWater are teaming up to deliver a special webinar in honor of International Women’s Day 2021: Celebrate, Elevate! Cultivate! Empower Talented Women in our Organizations. The webinar will take place on Wednesday, March 10 at 2 PM EST. “We want to amplify discussions around how people can support […]
IAAPA is bringing together industry leaders and top speakers for an upcoming IAAPA Virtual Conference focused on resilience and recovery on April 7-8, 2021. Bouncing back starts with new ways forward and we have you covered with roundtable discussions, informative sessions, and connection opportunities so together we can rebound, rebuild, and return to the fun. What’s on […]
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — Starting in 2022, families will squeal with delight as they jump into the playful world of Peppa Pig for an unforgettable day of adventure at the World’s First Peppa Pig Theme Park, only at LEGOLAND Florida Resort. Designed to be the ultimate day for little ones, this all-new standalone theme park will feature […]
WISCONSIN Dells, Wis. —A new general manager takes the wheel to steer Noah’s Ark Waterpark to a successful 2021 season! Roland Reyes joined Noah’s Ark as the new GM on January 4, 2021, bringing with him an impressive background within the amusement and attractions industry. Roland traces his water park roots back to Knott’s Berry […]
The March 2021 issue of Amusement Today is available for FREE via Digital Edition and/or downloadable PDF! Dezerland Action Park opens in Orlando Full recap of 2021’s Florida Week Six Flags St. Louis refurbishes carousel S&S adding air launch coaster at Changsha Window of the World Clementon Park and Splash World attractions go up for auction March 23 JRA aids in developing […]
The Internal Revenue Service has moved the tax-filing and payment deadline for individuals and businesses in Texas to June 15 because of damage across the state caused by the severe winter storms. Texans in all of the state’s 254 counties will automatically be given the extra two months to file and pay their individual and […]
LAS VEGAS — Emporium Arcade Bar Las Vegas, the lively new bar known for its classic arcade games, innovative bar menu and colorful artistic ambiance, also provides a dynamic addition to the city’s lineup of private event venues. Located at AREA15, Las Vegas’ brand-new art and entertainment district minutes from the Strip, Emporium Arcade Bar offers […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — While no one could have predicted how Dollywood’s 35th anniversary season would begin in 2020, a strong finish to the year—coupled with extremely positive guest reviews of the overall park experience—means employees are gearing up for a busy 2021 season. Members of the media today toured Dollywood to see firsthand what guests can expect […]
