(eap) The Titania Therme in Neusäß near Augsburg, which is managed by the Munich-based GMF company and offers its guests sports and adventure pools as well as a varied sauna landscape, is increasingly relying on digital information systems for (...) read more
(eap) The amusement and animal park Busch Gardens Williamsburg (operated by United Parks & Resorts), located in the US state of Virginia, is looking forward to welcoming its visitors with a “new classic” in the upcoming season: Inspired by the (...) read more
(eap) On April 9, 1925, computer pioneer and founder of Nixdorf Computer AG Heinz Nixdorf (†) was born in Paderborn, North Rhine-Westphalia. To mark the 100th anniversary of his birth this year, the world’s largest computer museum, the Heinz Nixdorf (...) read more
(eap) The experienced leisure industry professional Peter van Bilsen, who worked for the Dutch roller coaster manufacturer Vekoma Rides for a total of 32 years until the end of 2024 (most recently in the position of Vice President Sales & (...) read more
(eap) In the municipality of Itu in the Brazilian state of São Paulo, construction work has begun on a new chocolate-themed park. The development is a large-scale project by chocolate manufacturer Cacau Show – the company is investing around two (...) read more
(eap) The American theme park Kentucky Kingdom, which has been part of the Herschend Group since 2021, has announced details about its coming new attractions for the 2025 season. Visitors can look forward to three new, family-friendly rides, which (...) read more
(eap) The Thrill Factory, a new entertainment centre, opened its doors in Madison, Wisconsin (USA) at the beginning of this year. Covering an area of some 50,000 square feet (over 4,600 square metres), it offers various activities for families, (...) read more
(eap) The US waterpark chain Kalahari Resorts & Conventions (managed by the owner family Nelson) has announced a comprehensive expansion for its location in Wisconsin Dells. With an investment volume of around 85 million US dollars, a 75,000 square (...) read more
(eap) The US cruise line Norwegian Cruise Line® (NCL) has announced new and expanded experiences for its ships Norwegian Bliss® and Breakaway®. The so-called “Silver Screen Bistro”, a combined cinema and dining experience, is set to make its debut (...) read more
(eap) Artistic light installations can not only bathe the Christmas season in a warm atmosphere, but can also last throughout the whole winter... Anyone who decides to visit a zoo on these cold and predominantly dark days can discover all kinds of (...) read more
(eap) Therme Erding can look back on a successful 2024. Last year, the “world’s largest thermal spa” not only celebrated its 25th anniversary with numerous events, but also set a new visitor record. A total of 1.9 million guests visited the Bavarian (...) read more
(eap) The Dracolorium, a new interactive permanent exhibition presenting life-size dragons and fantastic creatures, recently opened in the Swiss town of Bad Zurzach. These are located in a room measuring around 250 square meters, where a media (...) read more
(eap) The German company Cup Concept Mehrwegsysteme, based in Sexau (Baden-Württemberg), and the Danish Hedegaard & Christensen Holding, based in Silkeborg, have founded the joint venture Cup Concept Danmark ApS to introduce Cup Concept to the (...) read more
(eap) Zurich Zoo has opened a new research station that gives visitors an insight into part of its scientific work – with a focus on the conservation of biodiversity. The six rooms of the new station offer precisely controllable research conditions (...) read more
(eap) The sudden death of gastronomy expert and entrepreneur Oliver Altherr on New Year’s Day at the age of just 58 has caused great consternation and sadness. Oliver Altherr’s career began with a remarkable victory at the German Young Chefs’ (...) read more
(eap) The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex has announced “The Gantry at LC-39”, an interactive experience that reimagines the historic Launch Complex 39. The attraction, scheduled to open early this year, will showcase the location of LC-39 in (...) read more
(eap) At the turn of the year 2024 the management at Tierpark Hagenbeck in Hamburg has also changed. The previous Zoological Director PD Dr Guido Westhoff and the former long-standing Zoo Inspector Walter Wolters now form the new dual leadership (...) read more
(eap) Karl’s Erlebnis-Dörfer (Adventure Villages) welcomed more than 7.5 million guests in 2024: The Karls Group’s popular adventure and leisure parks are thus continuing their success story, making them one of the leading leisure destinations in (...) read more
(eap) The 43rd Congress of the European Showmen’s Union (ESU) will take place in Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, from 21 to 23 January 2025. The international industry meeting, which takes place every two years, will be accompanied by a varied (...) read more
Dear Readers The entire EAP team wishes you, your employees and your families a happy and blessed Christmas! We hope that you can spend a few quiet, warm and, above all, relaxing days with your loved ones. Simply relax and enjoy your freetime! We (...) read more
