Author Archives: News Release

Gateway Ticketing Systems brings the immersive guest journey to IAAPA Expo 2022

By | November 1, 2022

GILBERTSVILLE, Pa. — Gateway Ticketing Systems, the world-leader in ticketing and guest experience solutions for the attractions industry for 34 years, is exhibiting at IAAPA Attractions Expo for the 29th year. The conference runs from Nov. 15 – 18, 2022 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Gateway will be at Booth #4847 and […]

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Intercard adds iWallet to mobile apps collection and brings it to IAAPA Expo 2022

By | November 1, 2022

ST. LOUIS — At IAAPA Expo 2022 Intercard will demo its Edge Mobile Apps Collection with iWallet, a significant update of this key product. “We listened to our customers and made sure the Edge Mobile Apps Collection continues to make doing business easier,” says Scott Sherrod, CEO of Intercard. “The introduction of the iWallet makes […]

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Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris announces new Valhalla Island oceanfront resort — to become the largest in the Florida Keys

By | November 1, 2022

MARATHON, Fla. — Johnny Morris presented plans for the oceanfront Valhalla Island Resort development before an audience that included Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and key leaders of the Florida Keys recreational fishing and conservation communities. Valhalla Island is the largest resort property anywhere in the Florida Keys. It includes more than 175 acres and more than a mile of […]

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Dennis L. Speigel announced as newest inductee into IAAPA Hall of Fame

By | November 1, 2022

CINCINNATI, Ohio — The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (“IAAPA”) announced today the selection and induction of Dennis Speigel, Founder & CEO of International Theme Park Services, Inc. (ITPS), into the industry’s prestigious Hall of Fame.  The induction will take place at the IAAPA Expo Orlando Florida, Tuesday, November 15, 2022.  The annual IAAPA […]

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Mobaro returns to IAAPA Expo with several new US clients: ‘We help connect operations and maintenance departments to solve their daily puzzle’

By | November 1, 2022

With their return to IAAPA Expo, the CMMS providers of Mobaro not only bring great new features for ride maintenance & technical services and operators alike. They also enter the arena with a whole new group of local amusement and theme parks, water parks, zoos and family entertainment centers using the system. Having won the hearts of […]

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Amusement software pro Chris Deusinger is new key accounts manager for Intercard

By | October 31, 2022

ST. LOUIS — Intercard, the world leader in cashless technology, has hired amusement software sales and customer service expert Chris Deusinger to handle its key accounts. Deusinger is based in St. Louis and will support Intercard’s global family of customers. Chris knows the amusement industry. He comes to Intercard with many years of successful key […]

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Kickstands up for a good cause at 12th Annual IAAPA Charity Motorcycle Run

By | October 28, 2022

ORLANDO — Ride into IAAPA Expo week in style during the 12th Annual IAAPA Charity Motorcycle Run. Benefitting Give Kids The World Village, the fundraising event gives amusement industry bikers a chance to catch up with one another and spend a day riding across beautiful Central Florida. With the COVID shutdown and surrounding uncertainty of […]

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The sights, sounds and flavors of the holiday season return for the entire family during SeaWorld Orlando’s Christmas Celebration

By | October 28, 2022

ORLANDO, Fla. — SeaWorld Orlando’s award-winning Christmas Celebration is returning this year and it’s bigger and better than ever. Guests will be able to join friends and family at SeaWorld Orlando on select dates from November 11 through January 3 for a memorable holiday experience. Visitors will see the theme park transformed into a winter wonderland sparkling with more […]

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Treetop Trekking Miami connects guests with nature and thrilling outdoor aerial adventures in a jungle setting

By | October 28, 2022

MIAMI, Fla. — Want to swing like Tarzan among the trees in a jungle-like setting? Now you can at Treetop Trekking Miami, South Florida’s first and only aerial zipline adventure park. Situated across six acres on Watson Island, the new outdoor adventure park is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekly, Friday through Monday.  Adults and […]

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Rapid progress as ice carvers have 22 days left to create Ice Land at Moody Gardens

By | October 28, 2022

GALVESTON, Texas — Christmas wishes have been granted early as Moody Gardens announced the return of the highly popular Ice Land attraction for the 2022 holiday season following a two-year break for this ice sculpture attraction and guest demand. The North Pole meets the Caribbean as Moody Gardens introduces ICE LAND: Ice Sculptures, A Caribbean Christmas Nov. 19 […]

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