Monday September 26, 2016
HarvestFest
marks end of park’s season
DelGrosso's Amusement Park Director Elliott Geist said the park's 30th annual
season finale, HarvestFest, brought thousands of people Saturday and Sunday.
Grim
reaper catches fire at Utah haunted house
Patrons at Lagoon Amusement Park in Utah looking for a scary thrill got more
than they bargained for Saturday night, Sept. 24, as a portion of a haunted
house attraction caught on fire.
SeaWorld
introduces passes that let you bring a different guest each day
You buy an annual pass to SeaWorld for the normal price of $168. You can buy a
second transferrable pass at the same time for $208. Whenever you visit on your
"host pass", a different person can come with you using the
transferrable one.
Alton
Towers engineer whose mistake contributed to Smiler crash 'felt pressure to
restart ride quickly because of bonuses'
The HSE report found that theme park management had set targets for staff for
the length of time rides were out of service and that bonuses were then linked
to staff achieving low levels of this “downtime”.
Tuesday September 27, 2016
SeaWorld
in 2017: New coasters, rides and shows to turn the tide
With its announcement of new roller coasters, rides, shows, and other features
coming in 2017, SeaWorld offers a sense of its new vision and how the parks
will evolve.
Universal
Studios Hollywood gets an Android app
Ticket purchasing, resort map, wait times, itineraries, alerts for your optimal
ride wait times, notifications, news, and more are available within the free
app, so you can focus on enjoying your Minion Mayhem ride or take Potter's
Forbidden Journey whenever it's convenient to you.
Alton
Towers operator fined £5 million over crash in which two girls lost legs
Merlin Entertainments admitted breaching the Health and Safety Act over the
June 2015 crash of The Smiler roller coaster at the park.
45
more Disney autism lawsuits dismissed, appealed
An Orlando federal judge has dismissed 45 more lawsuits over access to Disney
theme-park rides and attractions for disabled people, but the lawyer handling
them is already appealing them.
Kentucky
Kingdom claims attendance record
The Kentucky Kingdom amusement park and its Hurricane Bay water facility had an
estimated 800,000 visitors in the recently completed 2016 season, surpassing
the previous year's attendance by more than 200,000.
Wednesday September 28, 2016
Knott’s
Shuts Down Attraction Denounced by Mental Health Advocates
Less than a week after it opened, Knott’s Berry Farm Tuesday shut down a
Halloween attraction criticized by mental health advocates for perpetuating the
social stigma of mental illness.
Waldameer
announces $2 million water park expansion for 2017
Waldameer is planning a $2 million expansion to Water World for next summer,
park officials said.
Universal
Orlando to celebrate Mardi Gras for 49 consecutive days in 2017
Mardi Gras at Universal Orlando will run for 49 consecutive days in 2017. The
party will run from Feb. 4 to March 24 and will include Cajun food, parades and
bands from New Orleans.
Alton
Towers withdraws free entry for Blue Peter badge holders
Holders of the much-coveted badges awarded to viewers of the flagship BBC
children’s television programme have benefited from the perk at Merlin
attractions for at least a decade as part of a list of 200 places offering free
access to those wearing the show’s famous insignia.
Thursday September 29, 2016
Great America closes virtual
reality ride after claims of insensitivity
A virtual reality experience at California’s Great America has been pulled from
its park following concerns that the attraction was harmful to people who
suffer from mental illness.
Blackpool
Pleasure Beach unveils details of new rollercoaster
The £16.25 million ride, which is currently being referred to as Construction
2018, will reach heights of 88.5ft, feature drops of up to 82ft and hit speeds
of up 80km/h (49mph).
Alton
Towers visitors yet to recover a year after Smiler crash
The owner of Alton Towers has said visitor numbers have not yet fully recovered
more than a year after the horrific rollercoaster accident that saw it fined
£5m.
Disney
World announces 2017 US military discounts
From now until Dec. 16, 2017, active and retired military personnel or their
spouses can purchases specially priced tickets for themselves and up to five
additional family members or friends.
Friday September 30, 2016
Grandparents
can get free tickets to Drayton Manor theme park
The theme park is offering all grandmas and grandpas the chance to visit for
free to celebrate National Grandparents Day on Sunday 2nd October.
Princesses
set for month of royal meetings
There will be a month of royal encounters at Disney Springs starting on
Saturday. Disney Princesses will be holding court, greeting the public every
day in October.
Busch
Gardens welcomes another baby gorilla
The gorilla population at Busch Gardens has gotten a little bit bigger. Oliver,
a western lowland gorilla, was born at the Tampa theme park on Aug. 18.
Disney
World's Yacht and Beach Club plans convention space expansion
Walt Disney World's Yacht & Beach Club Resort plans to expand its
convention space with an additional 25,000 square feet.
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Friday, September 30, 2016
Friday, August 26, 2016
Review of the News: August 22 – August 26
Monday August 22, 2016
$122K raised for ‘Kings Island Kicks Cancer’
Since 2010, Kings Island has raised more than $1.1 million for research and care in the fight against cancers affecting men, women and children.
Women slashed at Tokyo amusement park
At approximately 1:30 p.m., a guard at Tokyo Summerland alerted emergency services about “a woman who had been slashed in her buttocks and was bleeding into a pool.”
Man drowns in Wild Waves Theme Park activity pool
First responder teams administered CPR and called 911. South King Fire and Rescue crews arrived and continued life-saving measures. The man never regained consciousness and was pronounced dead a short time later.
Disney sued again over tipped worker wages
Alexandra Dumitrescu alleges that as a server at Cape May Cafe and The Wave ... of American Flavors, she had to perform too much non-tipped work while earning a reduced tip credit.
Kings Dominion unveils new rides, adds free pass for 3-5 year olds
Kings Dominion will add three new rides to the theme park’s Planet Snoopy section next year and will allow children between the ages of 3 to 5 to enter the park for free with a special pass.
Tuesday August 23, 2016
Kings Island offering free admission this weekend for firefighters, police
This Friday through Sunday, the amusement park is offering free admission to all active firefighters and police officers.
Universal Orlando: Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen open for previews
The official grand opening will be later this fall. No exact date has been announced. The steampunk-inspired eatery at Universal Orlando's City Walk opened for previews on Monday.
Wednesday August 24, 2016
Theme park bosses won't allow widow, 57, back in to hunt for silver pendant
Grandmother Christine Parkin was visiting Robin Hood's Wheelgate Park in Farnsfield, Nottingham, with her grandson Lewis, three, when she lost the silver pendant.
Thursday August 25, 2016
Michigan's Adventure revamping children's area with 7 water slides, splash pad
New thrills will be coming to West Michigan's largest tourism attraction in the form of a completely revamped Half Pint Paradise. The attraction will feature all new equipment including seven new children's slides.
Thorpe Park launch 'Old Aged Coaster' discount pass for over-65s
A survey by the theme park found more than a quarter of pensioners felt discriminated against doing leisure activities because of their age.
Friday August 26, 2016
Blackpool Pleasure Beach refuse to let mum bring in own food for son with special needs
She had already looked into the park’s food policy, and was aware that picnics were not allowed, but that exceptions were made for guests with disabilities or special dietary requirements.
Disney World draining, filling in long-abandoned River Country pool
The 330,000-gallon Upstream Plunge was a major attraction at the now abandoned water park. It is surrounded by manmade boulders for jumping and diving platforms.
$122K raised for ‘Kings Island Kicks Cancer’
Since 2010, Kings Island has raised more than $1.1 million for research and care in the fight against cancers affecting men, women and children.
Women slashed at Tokyo amusement park
At approximately 1:30 p.m., a guard at Tokyo Summerland alerted emergency services about “a woman who had been slashed in her buttocks and was bleeding into a pool.”
Man drowns in Wild Waves Theme Park activity pool
First responder teams administered CPR and called 911. South King Fire and Rescue crews arrived and continued life-saving measures. The man never regained consciousness and was pronounced dead a short time later.
Disney sued again over tipped worker wages
Alexandra Dumitrescu alleges that as a server at Cape May Cafe and The Wave ... of American Flavors, she had to perform too much non-tipped work while earning a reduced tip credit.
Kings Dominion unveils new rides, adds free pass for 3-5 year olds
Kings Dominion will add three new rides to the theme park’s Planet Snoopy section next year and will allow children between the ages of 3 to 5 to enter the park for free with a special pass.
Tuesday August 23, 2016
Kings Island offering free admission this weekend for firefighters, police
This Friday through Sunday, the amusement park is offering free admission to all active firefighters and police officers.
Universal Orlando: Toothsome Chocolate Emporium and Savory Feast Kitchen open for previews
The official grand opening will be later this fall. No exact date has been announced. The steampunk-inspired eatery at Universal Orlando's City Walk opened for previews on Monday.
Wednesday August 24, 2016
Theme park bosses won't allow widow, 57, back in to hunt for silver pendant
Grandmother Christine Parkin was visiting Robin Hood's Wheelgate Park in Farnsfield, Nottingham, with her grandson Lewis, three, when she lost the silver pendant.
Thursday August 25, 2016
Michigan's Adventure revamping children's area with 7 water slides, splash pad
New thrills will be coming to West Michigan's largest tourism attraction in the form of a completely revamped Half Pint Paradise. The attraction will feature all new equipment including seven new children's slides.
Thorpe Park launch 'Old Aged Coaster' discount pass for over-65s
A survey by the theme park found more than a quarter of pensioners felt discriminated against doing leisure activities because of their age.
Friday August 26, 2016
Blackpool Pleasure Beach refuse to let mum bring in own food for son with special needs
She had already looked into the park’s food policy, and was aware that picnics were not allowed, but that exceptions were made for guests with disabilities or special dietary requirements.
Disney World draining, filling in long-abandoned River Country pool
The 330,000-gallon Upstream Plunge was a major attraction at the now abandoned water park. It is surrounded by manmade boulders for jumping and diving platforms.
Friday, June 24, 2016
Review of the News: June 20 – June 24
Monday June 20, 2016
Six Flags Plans to Open Theme Parks in Saudi Arabia
U.S. theme park company Six Flags Entertainment Corp plans to expand to Saudi Arabia, its chief executive told Saudi-owned Arabiya TV on Monday, bringing roller coasters and bumper cars to the ultra-conservative kingdom.
Tuesday June 21, 2016
Dollywood's 'Lightning Rod' roller coaster brought to a halt by recall
The Pigeon Forge amusement park posted a notice on their website Sunday stating that the new roller coaster would be shut down temporarily due to a nation-wide mechanical recall.
Zippin Pippin roller coaster shut down after accident hospitalizes 3
Two employees and one rider were injured on the Zippin Pippin roller coaster ride Monday at Bay Beach Amusement Park, in Green Bay.
Kings Dominion exec named to lead Carowinds
Pat Jones, the GM at Kings Dominion park in Richmond, Va., is the new general manager and vice president at the amusement park that straddles the Carolinas border along Interstate 77.
Universal Studios Hollywood plans CityWalk upgrades to draw more locals
Hoping to draw big spenders and complete with high-end malls, Universal Studios has announced plans for the first major face-lift of its shopping and dining district in more than 15 years.
Uber tweaks Disney World operations as it becomes a popular tourist choice
Passengers requesting rides at the world's busiest theme park are no longer assigned drivers based solely on which ones are closest to them. Instead, Uber in late May began using a system called "first in first out," which distributes requests to drivers based on which of them entered a designated zone first.
The Walking Dead attraction added to Movie Park in Germany
Jora Entertainment has partnered with AMC for an attraction based on the hit television show for world-famous Movie Park called The Walking Dead Breakout.
Universal theme park division planning 'Secret Life of Pets' attraction
NBCUniversal Chief Executive Officer Steve Burke told analysts at an investor conference last week Universal is working on an attraction based on the movie. He did not say which theme park or parks would feature the attraction.
‘Frozen’ ride opens at Disney World
“Frozen Ever After,” the highly anticipated ride based on the animated blockbuster “Frozen,” opened at Epcot on Tuesday morning.
Wednesday June 22, 2016
Teenagers take 30 minute joyride on Blackpool Pleasure Beach rollercoaster
The thrill-seekers' ride of choice was the 82-year-old Blue Flyer, a wooden rollercoaster which can reach top speeds of 15mph at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Universal Orlando Reveals More Details About Volcano Bay Water Park
Volcano Bay will be Universal Orlando's third theme park in the city, and the company announced Tuesday that it will feature 18 attractions meant to keep wait times to a minimum and not force guests to carry around water tubes.
Thursday June 23, 2016
Roller Coaster Enthusiasts to Salute The Raven
American Coaster Enthusiasts Inc. will designate The Raven as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark as part of the organization's annual Coaster Con, which is being hosted by the southern Indiana Park and Six Flags St. Louis.
Universal to Build New Soundstage Complex, Expand Theme Park in 5-Year Plan
In the works is a new complex of ten soundstages, to be built in 2017 and 2018, as a cluster of smaller stages on the front and west portion of the lot are removed to make way for new theme park attractions.
Friday June 24, 2016
Popular Zippin Pippin roller coaster will be closed for two weeks after accident
The city is shipping the cars from the Zippin Pippin roller coaster back to the manufacturer in Philadelphia for inspection and recertification, so it will remain shut down at least another two weeks.
'The Chew' crew returns to Epcot food festival
The theme park's visitors may be able to spot Mario Batali, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, Michael Symon and Daphne Oz when they tape a week's worth of episodes of the ABC show Oct. 5-7.
‘Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire’ opens at Magic Kingdom Park
The all-new live stage show takes place at the grandest stage at Walt Disney World Resort with "magic, music and merriment."
Six Flags Plans to Open Theme Parks in Saudi Arabia
U.S. theme park company Six Flags Entertainment Corp plans to expand to Saudi Arabia, its chief executive told Saudi-owned Arabiya TV on Monday, bringing roller coasters and bumper cars to the ultra-conservative kingdom.
Tuesday June 21, 2016
Dollywood's 'Lightning Rod' roller coaster brought to a halt by recall
The Pigeon Forge amusement park posted a notice on their website Sunday stating that the new roller coaster would be shut down temporarily due to a nation-wide mechanical recall.
Zippin Pippin roller coaster shut down after accident hospitalizes 3
Two employees and one rider were injured on the Zippin Pippin roller coaster ride Monday at Bay Beach Amusement Park, in Green Bay.
Kings Dominion exec named to lead Carowinds
Pat Jones, the GM at Kings Dominion park in Richmond, Va., is the new general manager and vice president at the amusement park that straddles the Carolinas border along Interstate 77.
Universal Studios Hollywood plans CityWalk upgrades to draw more locals
Hoping to draw big spenders and complete with high-end malls, Universal Studios has announced plans for the first major face-lift of its shopping and dining district in more than 15 years.
Uber tweaks Disney World operations as it becomes a popular tourist choice
Passengers requesting rides at the world's busiest theme park are no longer assigned drivers based solely on which ones are closest to them. Instead, Uber in late May began using a system called "first in first out," which distributes requests to drivers based on which of them entered a designated zone first.
The Walking Dead attraction added to Movie Park in Germany
Jora Entertainment has partnered with AMC for an attraction based on the hit television show for world-famous Movie Park called The Walking Dead Breakout.
Universal theme park division planning 'Secret Life of Pets' attraction
NBCUniversal Chief Executive Officer Steve Burke told analysts at an investor conference last week Universal is working on an attraction based on the movie. He did not say which theme park or parks would feature the attraction.
‘Frozen’ ride opens at Disney World
“Frozen Ever After,” the highly anticipated ride based on the animated blockbuster “Frozen,” opened at Epcot on Tuesday morning.
Wednesday June 22, 2016
Teenagers take 30 minute joyride on Blackpool Pleasure Beach rollercoaster
The thrill-seekers' ride of choice was the 82-year-old Blue Flyer, a wooden rollercoaster which can reach top speeds of 15mph at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Universal Orlando Reveals More Details About Volcano Bay Water Park
Volcano Bay will be Universal Orlando's third theme park in the city, and the company announced Tuesday that it will feature 18 attractions meant to keep wait times to a minimum and not force guests to carry around water tubes.
Thursday June 23, 2016
Roller Coaster Enthusiasts to Salute The Raven
American Coaster Enthusiasts Inc. will designate The Raven as an ACE Roller Coaster Landmark as part of the organization's annual Coaster Con, which is being hosted by the southern Indiana Park and Six Flags St. Louis.
Universal to Build New Soundstage Complex, Expand Theme Park in 5-Year Plan
In the works is a new complex of ten soundstages, to be built in 2017 and 2018, as a cluster of smaller stages on the front and west portion of the lot are removed to make way for new theme park attractions.
Friday June 24, 2016
Popular Zippin Pippin roller coaster will be closed for two weeks after accident
The city is shipping the cars from the Zippin Pippin roller coaster back to the manufacturer in Philadelphia for inspection and recertification, so it will remain shut down at least another two weeks.
'The Chew' crew returns to Epcot food festival
The theme park's visitors may be able to spot Mario Batali, Carla Hall, Clinton Kelly, Michael Symon and Daphne Oz when they tape a week's worth of episodes of the ABC show Oct. 5-7.
‘Mickey’s Royal Friendship Faire’ opens at Magic Kingdom Park
The all-new live stage show takes place at the grandest stage at Walt Disney World Resort with "magic, music and merriment."
Thursday, September 5, 2013
Review of the News: Wednesday September 4, 2013
Blackpool Pleasure
Beach, Blackpool, Lancashire, United Kingdom
Throughout the Blackpool Illuminations, Pleasure Beach theme park goers will have a chance to walk up the lift hill in a series of escorted climbs 235ft up to get the best view of the Lights.
ITV
Throughout the Blackpool Illuminations, Pleasure Beach theme park goers will have a chance to walk up the lift hill in a series of escorted climbs 235ft up to get the best view of the Lights.
ITV
Camden Park,
Huntington, WV
A woman is suing Camden Park for injuries she allegedly sustained while attempting to enter the amusement park in the third recent lawsuit filed against it.
The West Virginia Record
A woman is suing Camden Park for injuries she allegedly sustained while attempting to enter the amusement park in the third recent lawsuit filed against it.
The West Virginia Record
Dreamworld,
Coomera, Queensland, Australia
Dreamworld is reportedly in the process of replacing their two steam locomotives with a newer, more energy-efficient diesel locomotive.
Aus Parks
Dreamworld is reportedly in the process of replacing their two steam locomotives with a newer, more energy-efficient diesel locomotive.
Aus Parks
Kings Island,
Mason, OH
The Banshee, Kings Island's record-breaking roller coaster, is starting to take shape as work crews have installed several pieces of track this week in the station area of the ride.
Cinccinati.com
The Banshee, Kings Island's record-breaking roller coaster, is starting to take shape as work crews have installed several pieces of track this week in the station area of the ride.
Cinccinati.com
Knott’s Berry Farm,
Buena Park, CA
Knott's parent company announced last week that it will move the 301-foot Windseeker ride to its Worlds of Fun park in Kansas City.
San Jose Mercury News
Knott's parent company announced last week that it will move the 301-foot Windseeker ride to its Worlds of Fun park in Kansas City.
San Jose Mercury News
Universal Studios,
Orlando, FL
A family man says he got kicked out of Universal Studios in Orlando for wearing a T-shirt that reads, "Police: Street Crime Unit."
NY Daily News
A family man says he got kicked out of Universal Studios in Orlando for wearing a T-shirt that reads, "Police: Street Crime Unit."
NY Daily News
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Review of the News: Tuesday April 23, 2013
Blackpool Pleasure
Beach, Blackpool, England, United Kingdom
The world's first Wallace and Gromit ride has opened at Blackpool Pleasure Beach today.
ITV
The world's first Wallace and Gromit ride has opened at Blackpool Pleasure Beach today.
ITV
Marineland,
Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada
Marineland has filed a $7-million defamation lawsuit against the Toronto Star and two of its reporters who have been covering concerns about animal conditions at the Niagara Falls theme park since last year.
Sun News
Marineland has filed a $7-million defamation lawsuit against the Toronto Star and two of its reporters who have been covering concerns about animal conditions at the Niagara Falls theme park since last year.
Sun News
Universal Studios,
Orlando, FL
Universal Orlando Resort is offering some special savings for Florida residents on visits now through May 23.
Sun Sentinel
Universal Orlando Resort is offering some special savings for Florida residents on visits now through May 23.
Sun Sentinel
Universal Studios,
Orlando, FL
According to the event's official Facebook page, Horror Nights will happen 27 select nights: Sept. 20-21, 26-29, Oct. 3-6, 10-13, 16-20, 23-27, and 31-Nov. 2.
Orlando Sentinel
According to the event's official Facebook page, Horror Nights will happen 27 select nights: Sept. 20-21, 26-29, Oct. 3-6, 10-13, 16-20, 23-27, and 31-Nov. 2.
Orlando Sentinel
Universal Studios
Hollywood, Universal City, CA
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today tentatively approved a plan Tuesday for NBCUniversal to dramatically expand its Universal Studios theme park with more film and television production facilities.
Hollywood Patch
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today tentatively approved a plan Tuesday for NBCUniversal to dramatically expand its Universal Studios theme park with more film and television production facilities.
Hollywood Patch
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