(eap) Sabrina de Carvalho is moving from her position as Managing Director of the Italian theme park resort Gardaland (operated by Merlin Entertainments) to the role of VP Managing Director UK Attractions within the group. Stefano Cigarini, most (...) read more
(eap) For the first time in over 40 years, a new swimming pool to be operated by Frankfurter BäderBetriebe is opening its doors this year. The new family pool is currently being built in the immediate neighbourhood of the ice rink in Frankfurt’s (...) read more
(eap) Amusement park Plopsaland De Panne, part of the Belgian Plopsa Group, is investing 1.5 million euros in a new family attraction to mark its 25th anniversary: “Wickie’s Whirlwind”, a “Wild Swing” from ART Engineering, is moving into the park’s (...) read more
(eap) Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D’Amaro has announced the appointment of several member of his executive team to new leadership positions at Disneyland Resort, Shanghai Disney Resort and Disney Signature Experiences. Also, a new management (...) read more
(eap) More and more public pool operators are also using artificial intelligence (AI) to increase the safety of pool users. This includes KölnBäder, who recently started using an AI-supported drowning detection system from the software company (...) read more
(eap) After 13 years as Managing Director of Bäderland Hamburg and more than 25 years in leading positions in the pool industry as well as at the German Association of Public Pools, Dirk Schumaier is ending his active career. He will be succeeded as (...) read more
(eap) Universal Orlando Resort yesterday welcomed the first guests to its new “Stella Nova” hotel, which is located near the new Epic Universe theme park – which in turn celebrates its grand opening on May 22 this year. Once again (...) read more
(eap) Parque del Café, located in the Colombian municipality of Montenegro (Departamento de Quindío), recently opened its new “Avix” roller coaster. This ride, inspired by the country’s diversity of birds, is the world’s second installation of the (...) read more
(eap) From this week, visitors to the Polish indoor theme park Mandoria can experience the new “Aquila” rollercoaster and two other new family rides – a small Ferris wheel and a carousel. Aquila, a family launch coaster from Dutch manufacturer (...) read more
(eap) From summer 2025, Efteling guests will also be able to stay overnight in the new Grand Hotel, the park announced today – the new offer will complement the existing Efteling Hotel, Efteling Bosrijk and Efteling Loonsche Land. At the same time, (...) read more
(eap) Zurich Zoo has taken over the former Dieci allo Zoo restaurant opposite the zoo entrance. The location, which will now be run under the new name Zoo Caffè & Ristorante, will continue to offer Italian cuisine and also house a café. The previous (...) read more
(eap) At Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg, construction work and modelling are going on virtually around the clock. After the new “Monaco” model world section was completed last year and the first cinema film dedicated to the internationally famous (...) read more
(eap) To mark its 50th anniversary, the Europa-Park in Rust, comes up with a special advertising campaign. From spring to mid-November, a zeppelin with the Europa-Park branding will be back. It will fly over the Lake Constance region, the Allgäu and (...) read more
(eap) PortAventura World in Vila-seca (Tarragona province) is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The destination, which today consists of three theme parks (including one water park) and six resort-integrated hotels, first opened its doors (...) read more
(eap) Europa-Park Resort is currently expanding its accommodation capacity. In addition to the six first-class adventure hotels, the resort also includes the Camp Resort. Families and groups can camp there in tipi tents, log cabin rooms and covered (...) read more
(eap) The water attraction manufacturer Vortex Aquatic Structures International, headquartered in Montreal, Canada, is expanding its production facilities by a new location in Plattsburgh, New York (USA). The new site, which covers some (...) read more
(eap) The British Pleasure Beach Resort on the south coast of the seaside town Blackpool in Lancashire, England, has announced that part of its park will open this year just in time for the UK half term in February. From 15 to 23 February, families (...) read more
(eap) Triotech, the Canadian specialist for media-based attractions, welcomes Luc Gagnon to the team as the new Vice President – Finance. With over 18 years of experience in accounting and finance, Gagnon brings a wealth of expertise to the role. (...) read more
(eap) The Madrid-based theme park and attractions operator group Parques Reunidos has more than 55 amusement parks and accommodation facilities in its portfolio worldwide. The leisure tourism operations range from luxury lodges and themed (...) read more
(eap) The Plopsa Indoor Hasselt amusement park, which opened its doors for the first time on 24 December 2005, recently reached the five million visitor mark. Another milestone for the park, which counts some 25 attractions – all themed with popular (...) read more
