News Archive - April 2015

Walt Disney World IT workers frustrated by restructuring and H-1B workers

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Following a round of layoffs, workers criticize a perceived shift to foreign labor.

Disneyland buys Carousel Inn

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Public records show the purchase was made for $32 million.

Developer teases proposed London Paramount park

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

The latest round of public engagement includes renderings and descriptions of the park.

Six Flags Great Adventure not changing course over solar plans

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Despite criticism, the park will continue with its plan to clear 90 acres for the generation of electricity.

Cedar Fair expecting excellent year, announces FUNforward 2.0 initiative

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Based on the strength of its strategy announced in 2012. the company intends to use the momentum for continued growth.

Arbitration panel orders Animal Kingdom Lion King performers to be rehired, with back pay

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The performers were suspended then terminated for not performing when costumes were not clean.

Profile: The Gravity Group engineer Korey Kiepert

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Kiepert is building Cu Chulainn at Tayto Park in Ireland.

Thunderbird is realization of a dream that begun more than a decade ago

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new roller coaster at Holiday World was something that Will Koch hoped to see realized.

Universal Orlando makes metal detectors on three rides permanent

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Following a trial run, the resort says the intention is to reduce accidents with loose articles.

Six Flags reports higher revenue and wider loss for quarter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Revenue attributed to significant increase in season pass sales.

SeaWorld Orlando teases next roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Further details will be released in May.

Disney sued for alleged patent infringement over use of MagicBands

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Patents cover "attendance tracking" technology.

Holiday World previews Thunderbird, opens this weekend

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new B&M launched wing roller coaster is set to thrill guests.

Six Flags wins eight-year-old patent infringement case over magnetic braking

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Judge invalidates one patent, rejects claim of infringement on another.

Wicked Cyclone nearly complete at Six Flags New England

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The converted hybrid roller coaster is expected to be complete soon.

Dude jumps fence at Universal Orlando, is promptly arrested

Posted | Contributed by kevin38

Man caught by park's loss prevention team.

Silverwood loses, then regains, control of its Facebook page

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Explicit posts started appearing on the page as someone other than the park took control.

Reporter tries on jobs at Keansburg Amusement Park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

An inside look at working the rides of the famous New Jersey park.

Kings Island shakes up its food options

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Huge Starbucks, new funnel cakes, new menu items found at the amusement park.

Cedar Point's Hotel Breakers renovation is biggest investment in park's history

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The room refresh and structural changes to the building bring dramatic change to the historic building.

Woman suing Disney for chip it allegedly planted on her

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

You can't make this stuff up.

Universal Orlando raising base pay to $10 over next year

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Rate will go from $9 to $9.50 on June 1, $10 in June of next year.

Two months after DreamVision announcement, nothing actually happens

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The multi-billion-dollar theme park projects are no closer to becoming a reality.

Ouimet says every Cedar Fair park has a spot for a dark ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Building on the success of the first ride at Canada's Wonderland, the CEO says he would like to expand the effort to the other parks.

Feature: Fast Company looks at the drama and politics behind Disney's billion-dollar MyMagic+

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Building the system across Disney's enterprise involved incompatible people and IT.

Private company proposes $23 million deal to operate Playland

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Standard Amusements and local officials say the deal will stop the losses of the county-owned park.

Holiday World extends Give Kids The World fundraiser, opens media day to first 100 guests to donate

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Make a donation of $50, and the park will add you to the guest list for April 23.

Disney partnering with AmaWaterways for river cruises

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Initial run will include five itineraries.

One dead, one injured in accident at Exotic Driving Experience at Walt Disney World

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Report says the guest driver lost control of a Lamborghini and crashed, killing the passenger, a manager at the attraction.

Joyland owners say the park will finally be torn down

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Nelson family has started the process of removing structures on the property.

PortAventura celebrating its 20th anniversary

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Spanish park has broad appeal for everyone from families to roller coaster enthusiasts.

Latest SeaWorld lawsuit frames animal abuse allegations as deceptive marketing

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Plaintiff believes anyone who has visited the Orlando park in the last four years deserves their money back.

Efteling dive coaster will have steam punk theme

Posted | Contributed by VitaminsAndGravy

The Baron 1898 dive coaster at Efteling theme park will combine a 19th century Dutch gold mining backstory with a 90-degree free-fall drop into a subterranean tunnel.

Orlando area has record 62 million tourists in 2014, most in the US

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Tourism officials expect another record year for 2015.

Police looking for man accused of embezzlement at Myrtle Beach amusement park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Report says terminated employee returned in uniform, emptied register.

Walt Disney World reportedly banning selfie sticks from attractions

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Guests with visible narcissticks are asked to stow them for the rides.

Six Flags St. Louis suffers opening day power outage

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The amusement park closed early due to the outage.

Environmental groups oppose Six Flags Great Adventure solar farm

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Critics applaud the use of renewable energy, but oppose clearing trees to do it.

Man dies of self-inflicted gunshot wound at Universal Studios Hollywood

Posted | Contributed by sws

Authorities say it was a possible suicide.

Six Flags Over Texas previews its Justice League dark ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Justice League: Battle for Metropolis was built in conjunction with Warner Bros. and Sally Corp.

SeaWorld distributes video of author and Blackfish subject using racial slurs

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The former trainer, who just published a book, says the video is taken out of context.

Dreamworld ride op suing for injuries allegedly caused by checking harnesses

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Lawsuit seeks $290k (Australia) in damages.

Video tour: IX Indoor Amusement Park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Local newspaper blogger looks around the annual event held in Cleveland.

Charmland struggles in the wake of Blackknot controversy

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Controversy erupts when park officials invite questions for Lampy The Lampost.

Lionsgate to license Hunger Games and Step Up to new Dubai theme park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No word yet on if you'll dance before or after a simulated survival game.

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