News Archive - December 2013

Area residents and business worry about future of Indiana Beach

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Rumors circulate about layoffs and unpaid utility bills.

Fire in Santa's grotto closes Chessington World of Adventures

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No animals (or people) were harmed in the blaze.

SeaWorld launches campaign to counter recent negative publicity

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

An open letter from the zoological team aims to dismiss recent reports about the treatment of its killer whales.

Zamperla subsidiary Central Amusement Intl. lease extended for Coney Island

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The lease extension will be one of the final deals brokered by the Bloomberg administration.

Twentieth Century Fox World breaks ground in Malaysia

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new theme park is expected to open in 2016.

Hersheypark adding three new rides in 2014, including family coaster

Posted | Contributed by Vater

Hersheypark has announced a family coaster, tea cup ride, and family swing ride as well as Chickie’s & Pete’s, the legendary Philadelphia/South Jersey eatery known for their signature crabfries, and a frozen yogurt stand.

MyMagic+ roll-out is slower than expected, but "going well" at Walt Disney World

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

CFO Jay Rasulo explains who Disney expects to make back the billion dollars spent on the technology.

More details emerge about Harry Potter in Universal Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Leaky Cauldron and inter-park train confirmed, though they were widely expected.

Theme parks adding a variety of taller rides

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Drop towers, swings and roller coasters keep getting taller.

Universal Orlando introduces significant restaurant updates at CityWalk

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Eight new restaurants will be added to the entertainment complex, while some will be replaced.

North Carolina cites Ghost Town for July gunslinger accident

Posted | Contributed by VitaminsAndGravy

Actor was hit by some kind of object despite the use of blanks.

Surprisingly honest depiction of Walt Disney featured in movie about making Mary Poppins

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The film is a book adaptation that tells the story of the studio's battle with the author of the children's book.

Shanghai Disneyland could grow to second largest in the company's portfolio

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Theme park boss says potential is large for the resort.

Musicians object to SeaWorld

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Joan Jett calls for release of orcas.

Australia Sea World opens flume-roller coaster hybrid

Posted | Contributed by Mike Gallagher

The new Mack ride is called the Stormcoaster.

Descendant of Houston-area Playland operator also hopes to develop theme park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 25-acre attraction is planned for a 2015 opening.

Grand Texas developer talks about project, takes stab at Disney

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The developer touts five roller coasters, while suggesting Disney is too expensive.

Orlando theme parks present Christmas offerings

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The big Central Florida attractions are getting their Christmas cheer on.

Palace Entertainment reportedly considering purchase of Miami Seaquarium

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Current owner confirms that they are in talks to sell to the attraction operator.

Hotel Breakers renovations underway at Cedar Point

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Changes begin with significant exterior refurbishment.

Accesso boss says electronic ticketing and queueing potential is high

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

CEO Tom Burnett says his product makes guest experience better, more lucrative for park operators.

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