Archive For 2023
Last year, theme park Toverland welcomed a record number of 1,032,000 visitors. An increase of 20% compared to the last record, which dates back to 2019. This substantial increase was realised by focussing on extended opening times throughout the year and investing in seasonal events, including the successful Halloween Nights and a new concept called […]
SINGAPORE — Embed, the ultimate cashless solutions provider for the amusement, entertainment, and leisure industries, will showcase its latest breakthrough innovation – STATS, insights data visualization dashboard, at the upcoming DEAL Show 2023 in Dubai and Amusement Expo International 2023 in Las Vegas. Launched at the recent IAAPA Expo Orlando 2022, STATS was the demo-in-demand at […]
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Kennywood, Pittsburgh’s Thrill and Entertainment Destination, will open for the 2023 season on Saturday, April 22 to continue its 125th Celebration. Sister parks Idlewild and SoakZone and Sandcastle Waterpark will open May 20th and May 27th respectively. All three parks have an exciting event lineup for the upcoming season, including new experiences and exclusive Passholder Perk Days. All three parks […]
ST. LOUIS — Intercard, the world leader in cashless technology, has hired arcade industry expert Jeff Tash as a sales rep. Jeff is based in Intercard’s St. Louis headquarters and will represent Intercard to arcade owners and route operators west of the Mississippi River. Jeff knows the arcade industry. He comes to Intercard with more than 15 […]
Wiegand.Waterrides is known for highly innovative novelties in the water slide segment. Interactive games on slides, individual and sustainable stainless-steel creations, combinations, the revolutionary SlideWheel and currently the spectacular SlideCoaster with rapid LSM acceleration technology. A combined 90 years of experience in the waterslide industryWith over 40 years of experience, the Wiegand family business has […]
MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — Family Kingdom Amusement Park, home to the classic Swamp Fox wooden roller coaster and more than 30 other rides, will be charging into the 2023 season under new ownership. The seaside property has been purchased by industry veterans Les (Corky) and Debbie Powers and Bill Prescott. New rides and many property […]
NEW YORK, N.Y. — The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA), the international non-profit association representing the world’s leading creators, developers, designers and producers of compelling places and experiences, has selected global Emmy Award-winning experience company RWS Entertainment Group to provide full creative and production services for its 2023 and 2024 Thea Awards Gala. The 2023 Thea Awards Gala […]
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — When visiting the Smokies in 2023, the first step in charting a course for adventure and fun begins at Pirates Voyage Dinner & Show. This swashbuckling show brings guests close to the exciting exploits of pirate legends and lore as its fifth season sets sail on Friday, February 10. The always […]
ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort invites U.S. and Canada residents to take advantage of its “Get 2 Days Free with a 3-Day, 2-Park Ticket” offer. Starting as low as $234.99 per adult, plus tax, this epic offer allows guests to enjoy five days of access to some of the world’s most thrilling theme park experiences […]
ORLANDO, Fla. — Universal Orlando Resort guests can let the good times roll and party beyond the bayou starting this Saturday, February 4 during Universal’s Mardi Gras: International Flavors of Carnaval. The fan-favorite event returns to Universal Studios Florida with a dazzling parade, mouthwatering cuisine inspired by global Carnaval celebrations and star-studded live concerts on select nights. Running daily […]
