For 10 years, Asia Attractions magazine has showcased the rapid development of the entertainment industry in Asia. The publication has witnessed the rise and expansion of various enterprises in the field and has long been committed to stimulating innovative ideas and promoting the steady upgrading of the amusement industry in China. The Golden Crown Awards…
SeaWorld is kicking off 2021 with a food festival that’s bigger, better and packed with more flavor than ever before! This year at Orlando’s largest theme park food festival, foodies and families alike can discover the widest variety of chef- and mixologist-curated tastes inspired by cultures from across the Seven Seas. After a year of…
SeaWorld Orlando is thanking their loyal pass members this year by hosting a special VIP night of thrills! On Tuesday, Feb 16th, pass members can stay late at the park for exclusive after hours ride time on some of their favorite coasters during “Pass Member VIP Ride Night”. Guests will also have extra time to…
In newsletters sent out to Cedar Fair season passholders, many of their parks announced the tentative dates for the start of the 2021 season. The tentative opening dates are as follows: Kings Island: passholders – May 8/9 Canada’s Wonderland: May 14 Cedar Point: May 14 California’s Great America: May 22 Carowinds: May 22 Dorney Park:…
Over the course of the past year, We have presented a variety of concepts that were proposed for parks. Unfortunately, nearly all of these concepts were never built. This story is different, as the ride was built and you can ride it today. Since the acquisition of California’s Great America by Cedar Fair in late…
Wooden roller coasters are fun because they’re alive. They contract and expand in the weather. Depending on what time of year you visit, the time of day, how many trains are running, where you sit, the experience can be totally different. They have a mind of their own. Wooden coasters are demanding and high-maintenance attractions….
SeaWorld San Antonio Animal Care Specialist recently braved the cold and rescued 13 endangered green sea turtles on the Upper Laguna Madre in Corpus Christi. Due to low water temperatures, the turtles became cold stunned, a condition where hyperthermia sets in and the turtles are unable to swim, making them susceptible to boat strikes and predators….
After putting the project on hold in 2020, Grain and Grill will open in 2021 as an all-new dining experience that will bring fresh, savory, and local ingredients packed with flavor to Kings Dominion guests. Plus, adults will be able to enjoy a refreshing craft beer, signature cocktails and wine at the patio bar. For…
Disney constantly strives for and is dedicated to enhancing classic attractions in a manner that elevates the experience for all guests. Today, the company announced that the famed Jungle Cruise attraction will be getting a major refurbishment, including an overhaul of the storyline at both Disneyland California and Walt Disney World Florida. The ride has long faced…
In response to the Covid-19 Pandemic, many amusement parks have been unable to open — while other parks have opened with limited capacity and precautions in place. This week, a few parks have reopened their gates, not to host guests, but rather operate as a super vaccination site. A super vaccination site is a location…
It may be a little early to think about Fall events, but Zoombezi Bay at the Columbus Zoo is already planning a new Hallowent event for 2021! It seems fear has a new name… because next fall the waves of Columbus Ohio’s Zoombezi Bay will be replaced by waves of terror. Introducing ZOMBIEzi Bay, where…
Dolly Parton and The Dollywood Foundation announced today she has tapped David Dotson, the current foundation CEO, to pursue important future projects for her and her companies. “I have worked with David for 21 years, so he certainly has a special place in my heart,” Parton said. “I know he will help my companies create…