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Owners of Saffire, LLC are proud to announce a primary partnership with FunTagg, the carnival-industry leading provider of RFID ticketing systems, to now support Saffire’s BlastPass/RFID product. This partnership amplifies the strength of these providers in the carnival and live event industries, making these technologies more readily available for operators & events throughout the country. […]
The world’s biggest LEGO Thanksgiving parade is also the country’s smallest as it was unveiled across America one week before the big day at LEGOLAND Discovery Centers, LEGO Discovery Centers, and LEGOLAND New York Resort! The holiday parade across America used more than 20,000 LEGO bricks and more than 1,000 LEGO Minifigures. The attraction’s Master Model Builders took over 100 combined hours […]
Gardaland announces the arrival for the upcoming 2025 season – and on the occasion of its fiftieth anniversary – of a new world premiere experience: Animal Treasure Island. The Italian amusement park will be the first among the entire Merlin Group to offer the new Intellectual Property (IP) developed by Merlin Magic Making (the creative […]
ST. LOUIS — Intercard’s “Out of This World” annual IAAPA Expo Customer Appreciation Party brought together more than 400 members of the company’s intergalactic family of customers, staff and industry colleagues for pre-show festivities in Orlando on November 19, 2024. Guests came from as far away as Asia, Australia, the Middle East, South America and […]
ORLANDO — Just in time for the holiday shopping season, Universal Orlando Resort is offering two free days of admission to the award-winning theme park destination with the purchase of a two-day ticket. On sale now for travel now through April 30, 2025, the “Buy 2 Days, Get 2 Days” ticket offer gives U.S. and Canada residents […]
ARLINGTON, Texas — North Texas’ premier Christmas event, Holiday in the Park®, returns to Six Flags Over Texas bigger, brighter, and better than ever. This year’s festival will feature seven new shows and four new seasonal activities for the whole family, partnered with fan favorites such as photos with Santa, thrilling rides and dazzling lights. […]
The Interactive Dark Coaster “Primordial” by Triotech has claimed the 2024 IAAPA Brass Ring Award for Best New Product in the Major Ride/Attraction category. This marks a significant achievement in Triotech’s 25-year history as a leader in immersive and interactive media-based attractions. Developed in partnership with Lagoon Amusement Park, “Primordial” represents a leap forward in […]
ORLANDO — Universal Orlando Resort’s Holidays celebration officially kicks off this Friday, inviting guests to celebrate the most wonderful time of year with an incredible collection of festive experiences for the whole family inspired by beloved characters and stories. Beginning November 22 and running daily through December 31, guests can enjoy a jolly slate of experiences […]
ORLANDO — WhiteWater’s press conference at IAAPA Expo 2024 was a celebration of new projects, thrilling products, and noteworthy achievements. The company announced its ISO 14001 certification, gave updates on major projects, shared insights into trends, and celebrated CEO Geoff Chutter’s induction into the IAAPA Hall of Fame. ISO 14001 Certification and Impact ReportWhiteWater is […]
COSTA MESA, Calif. — BenQ, an internationally renowned provider of visual display and collaboration solutions, today announced the launch of three new simulation projectors: the LH835ST, LH850ST, and LU960UST+. Designed to meet the growing demand in projection mapping, medical simulation, and immersive display markets, these models offer advanced features and high performance to deliver exceptional visual […]
