Review of the News: Sunday April 21, 2013

Drayton Manor, Tamworth, England, United Kingdom
Theme park goers in Staffordshire have broken the record for the largest gathering of people wearing onesies.
Digital Spy

Efteling, Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands
Theme park "De Efteling", the largest theme park in the Netherlands, announced a new musical to be performed in the Efteling theatre: KLAAS VAAK (Sandman).
Broadway World

Review of the News: Thursday April 18, 2013

Conneaut Lake Park, Conneaut Lake, PA
A plan on how Conneaut Lake Park will repay hundreds of thousands in back taxes owed to Crawford County and other governments may be presented next month to the county’s governing board of commissioners.
The Meadville Tribune

Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Lake Buena Vista, FL
It seems only fitting that when Disney’s Animal Kingdom park turns 15 years old on April 22, it will be happening on Earth Day.
Staten Island Advance

Etnaland Themapark, Belpasso, Italy
Fantasies of a roller coaster ride in the middle of a lush Sicilian olive grove or a spin down the 60-meter-high 'Etnaland Tower' with a breathtaking view of the real-life volcano are coming true this Saturday, April 20, when the largest amusement park in southern Italy will open in Belpasso, just a few kilometres away from Catania.
Gazzetta del Sud

Family Kingdom Amusement Park, Myrtle Beach, SC
The park, off Ocean Boulevard at Third Avenue South, has added four new rides, including a Wild Mouse-style steel roller coaster, two kiddie rides and the Kite Flyer, where riders lay face-down in gondolas.
Myrtle Beach Online

Six Flags Great Adventure, Jackson, NJ
Six Flags Great Adventure will host the seventh annual Walk with Ronald walk-a-thon to benefit the Ronald McDonald Houses (RMH) of New Jersey on May 5.
NJ Today

Review of the News: Wednesday April 17, 2013

Indiana Beach, Monticello, IN
This year will mark the 87th year in operation of Indiana Beach Amusement Resort, and it will open May 11 with renovations and park improvements, according to a press release.
Herald Journal

Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa Island, Singapore
Universal Studios Singapore welcomed its 10 millionth visitor on Thursday with much fanfare.
Straits Times

Review of the News: Tuesday April 16, 2013

Kings Island, Mason, OH
Some of the cast members of the popular 1970's show The Brady Bunch will be returning to Kings Island amusement park in May to mark the 40th anniversary of a classic episode.
WKRC Cincinnati

Luna Park, Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY
The city is tacking on another seven years to its leasing agreement with Coney Island’s amusement operator, saying the seaside area was socked so hard by Superstorm Sandy that the firm deserves the break.
New York Post

Universal Studios, Orlando, FL
Universal Orlando Resort today unveiled a one-of-a-kind vacation package allowing guests to spend cherished family time in its theme parks and then to create unforgettable memories for children at Give Kids The World Village.
The Wall Street Journal

Review of the News: Monday April 15, 2013

Alton Towers, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
New “super-fast” optic connectivity from BSkyB’s The Cloud has been brought in to enhance the wireless coverage at Alton Towers Resort.
Conference News

Six Flags New England, Agawam, MA
If park staffers shut down the park’s 15 major rides for at least an hour straight due to weather-related reasons, then park customers will be eligible for a free ticket to return to the park on another day in the same year.
Boston Business Journal

Review of the News: Sunday April 14, 2013

Disneyland, Anaheim, CA
Disneyland’s popular Space Mountain roller coaster and another ride are temporarily closed after the company received citations from state regulators last week that prompted a review of its employee safety protocols, a spokeswoman said Sunday.
Los Angeles Times

Drayton Manor, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Drayton Manor, a theme park near Tamworth, is hopping on to the bandwagon, offering visitors this Saturday discounted entry if they turn up donning a onesie.
The Telegraph

Silver Dollar City, Branson, MO
Silver Dollar City dedicated a 30-foot monument in honor of all law enforcement personnel past and present.
News-Leader

Tokyo Disneyland, Tokyo, Japan
Tokyo Disneyland, or TDL to many Japanese, is celebrating its 30th year anniversary today with a commemorative ceremony featuring performances from Disney’s many signature characters including Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Donald Duck.
Japan Daily Press

Review of the News: Thursday April 11, 2013

Elitch Gardens, Denver, CO
Elitch Gardens is debuting Blazin’ Buckaroo, a new family friendly roller coaster.
Fox 31 Denver

Kentucky Kingdom, Louisville, KY
Ed Hart said he and his business partners have finalized a budget and have a new plan to restart Kentucky Kingdom with the original $40 million investment.
WAVE 3

Luna Park, Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY
Zamperla, the Italian theme park ride company that bought the amusement park at Coney Island in New York City a couple of years ago is participating in the year-long Italy in USA 2013 cultural exchange program, and among its contributions will be "Bici Da Vinci", a ride in which visitors ride magical flying bicycles fashioned after da Vinci's designs.
Huffington Post

Magic Kingdom, Lake Buena Vista, FL
One of the ways Disney has been able to stretch its entertainment options at the theme parks has been the interactive adventure games, and there's a new pirate-themed one set to debut this summer at the Magic Kingdom.
Orlando Sentinel

Universal Studios, Orlando, FL
OrlandoInformer.com, a theme park website and blog, shared a picture on Twitter of Universal’s latest maps, which included the new Transformers: The Ride 3-D.
Orlando Business Journal