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The history of the roller coaster takes the stage at the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo ORLANDO, Fla. — The National Roller Coaster Museum and Archives is sharing the history of amusement parks with members of the industry at the 2013 IAAPA Attractions Expo in Orlando, Fla., Nov. 18 – 22. A timeline that features milestones […]
Original family icon to be completely refabricated for 40th Celebration DOSWELL, Va. — Kings Dominion is excited to announce the iconic “Singing Mushrooms” will make their grand return in the Spring of 2014 as part of the kick-off to the park’s 40th Celebration. This fan-favorite that families came to know and love, will feature the […]
World’s largest sports vacation destination to add one-of-a-kind thrill ride EMERSON, Ga. — One of the most unique thrill rides is coming to the world’s largest sports vacation destination. The Polercoaster, created by “inventioneer” Bill Kitchen, designer of the SkyCoaster and SkyVenture, will be built at LakePoint Sporting Community. Located in Emerson, Ga., north of […]
ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS), a leading theme park and entertainment company, reported financial results for the third quarter of 2013. Highlights for the Third Quarter of 2013 Record revenue of $538.4 million, an increase of $16.1 million, or 3%, compared to the third quarter of 2012. Record Adjusted EBITDA[1] of $254.4 […]
We continue to extend our deepest condolences to the Esparza family. This was a tragic accident that deeply affected our employees, especially since safety is our highest priority and at the heart of everything we do. The Texas Giant re-opened in September after external and internal experts determined the coaster was safe to ride and […]
MONTICELLO, Ind. — Thomas E. Spackman of Monticello, died November 11, 2013, at White Oak Health Campus in Monticello. He was 100. Indiana Beach (originally known as Ideal beach) was founded in 1926 by Tom’s father, Earl Spackman. From his youth spent running a soft drink stand on opening day in 1926 to owning the […]
Boeing 737 adorned with beloved Disney-Pixar characters flies four Make-A-Wish Alaska and Washington children to Disneyland Resort on inaugural flight SEATTLE, Washington — The newest themed airplane in Alaska Airlines’ fleet flew into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport November 7, featuring one of America’s most beloved and rusty tow trucks. Adorned with the familiar images of Disney-Pixar’s […]
New interactive platform provides 24/7 window into SeaWorld’s animal habitats ORLANDO, Fla. — For nearly five decades SeaWorld® has connected guests to the natural world through innovative animal habitats and inspiring shows. With the launch of AnimalVision™, 24/7, on-habitat cameras stream footage to customized interactive websites, allowing visitors to create a connection right from the […]
Find Out If Santa Thinks You’ve Been Naughty or Nice GRAPEVINE, Texas — Scuba Diving Santa and his elf are back, and ready to take the plunge to entertain you amongst the fish and sharks in Sea Life Aquarium Grapevine’s 145,000-gallon tank. Find out whether Scuba Diving Santa thinks you’ve been naughty or nice this […]
Partnership challenges guests and employees to donate 300,000 boxes Norcross, Georgia — Herschend Family Entertainment (HFE) recently kicked off its 2013 Shoebox Challenge with Operation Christmas Child. For the fourth year, HFE is challenging the communities it serves to donate more gift‐filled shoeboxes than ever before. To encourage community support, HFE properties across the country […]
