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NASHVILLE — In response to the unprecedented challenges facing the amusement industry during the COVID-19 pandemic, International Ride Training LLC has announced a bevy of new services to support of the industry as it moves toward pre- opening. “IRT recognizes that many industry colleagues, and the wider community, are re-writing the traditional book on how […]
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — A coalition of water safety partners, including the American Red Cross, the National Recreation and Park Association, the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance and the World Waterpark Association, will work together to promote May as National Water Safety Month (NWSM). NWSM engages the public to raise awareness about water safety and […]
GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — The National WWII Museum in New Orleans has chosen Gateway Ticketing Systems and their Galaxy software as their ticketing and admission control solution of the future; reaffirming the Museum’s 17 year client relationship with Gateway and Galaxy. The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the […]
LOS ANGELES, Calif. — In a white paper published today, Thinkwell Group addresses seven areas for location-based entertainment owners and operators to consider when reopening their park, museum, attraction, or entertainment venue in a post COVID-19 world. From the entrance experience, ticketing processes, and queues to touchless interactives and VR, the white paper details concepts […]
Zamperla, like most companies these days, is reinventing its way of work and to interact also with the customers during this challenging time. Zamperla’s Care Team, especially, put in place a new solution to support our customers and assembly new rides despite COVID-19 limitations and travel restrictions. Our Ride Mechanical Supervisor, based in Altavilla’s HQ, […]
Current voting on hold; awaiting reopening of amusement industry ARLINGTON, Texas — Amusement Today Publisher Gary Slade has announced that due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 Golden Ticket Awards event — originally scheduled for Morgan’s Wonderland and SeaWorld San Antonio (Texas) on September 11 & 12, 2020 — has been rescheduled for the […]
The May 2020 issue of Amusement Today is available for FREE via Digital Edition and/or downloadable PDF! The 2020 What’s New Guide J-1 Visa program is in jeopardy due to COVID-19 pandemic Observations from a social distance Funtime offers a variation on thriller: Booster Unhinged Deno’s Wonder Wheel set to celebrate as it turns century […]
It is with great sadness that Chance Rides informs us of the passing of Larry Breitenstein. He passed away on March 15, 2020 after a long health battle. Larry has been a vital team member of Chance Rides for over 20 years as part of the Sales Team. Please keep Larry’s family in your thoughts […]
The UK’s favourite amusement park, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced a range of gift packs for fans who are missing the attraction during lockdown. These two bundles have been developed so that fans can keep their spirits up, and enthusiasm high whilst staying at home. Both bundles contain sweet treats and some fun merchandise that […]
HOUSTON — In response to the latest city, state and federal guidelines, we have decided to extend Space Center Houston’s closure to the general public until further notice. The health and safety of our guests, employees, volunteers and local community is our utmost priority. Though our facility is closed, we will continue our work bringing Space Center […]
