News Archive - May 2016

Margate's Dreamland fails to reach expected visitor volume, enters administration

Posted | Contributed by Rick_UK

The restored park that reopened in 2015 will continue to operate normally.

Universal Orlando is first mover on summer price hike for single-day, single-park tickets

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The price goes from $105 to $119 for adults.

Conneaut Lake Park open, Blue Streak still being refurbished

Posted | Contributed by BrettV

Test cycling will have to occur before the ride is inspected and opened.

New York Daily News publishes hit piece on amusement safety

Posted | Contributed by kevin38

The usual fear-mongering and calls for federal regulation, without explaining the benefit, drone on.

Officials in southeast New York hopeful for Legoland deal

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Goshen, New York could be the site for the next Merlin-owned, Lego-themed park.

Bernie Sanders criticizes Disney for theme park pay

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The presidential candidate doesn't think that workers are paid enough given the company's profits.

Woman uses 22-year-old park hopper pass at Magic Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Employees converted the old pass to an electronic ticket and sent her into the park.

Chinese billionaire says Disney destined for failure at the hands of Wanda

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Wanda chairman Wang Jianlin talks smack and hyperbole about the entertainment giant.

Universal Orlando talking with Orange County planning officials

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company wants a bigger role in the planning of the tourism area.

Sponsorship deals a significant source of revenue for some theme parks

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Six Flags sees 5% of its revenue from sponsorships.

Hersheypark says transgender people free to use restrooms that correspond to gender identity

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company issues statement on the policy.

Six Flags Over Texas' railroad is last remaining original ride

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The mile-long track carries real steam engines.

Carowinds set to open the 27-acre Carolina Harbor water park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The amusement park has doubled the size of its water park.

New general manager at Busch Gardens Williamsburg will focus on guest experience

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

David Cromwell has built a career in the SeaWorld Parks organization.

Mass Effect attraction at California's Great America goes beyond fans of the video games

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Review says the attraction will likely have wide appeal.

Family will appeal autism lawsuit after court finds in favor of Disney

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Judge ruled that guests with autism had same access to rides as those without.

Former SeaWorld employee busted for allegedly skimming $100,000 in cash

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Report says she voided group sales tickets and kept the money.

Apex Parks Group buys Martin's Fantasy Island

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The California company will work with the former owners through the summer.

Reedy Creek firefighters protest Disney over contract negotiation

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The workers want better pay and health benefits from the Disney-controlled government.

Amusement stocks paying off for investors

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Most amusement and theme park companies have seen extraordinary growth.

Spinning disk ride derails in India, killing one person

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The failure was captured on video.

"Walk of shame" an issue for larger enthusiasts

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Weight keeps some of the biggest fans off of the rides.

Operator of Universal Studios Japan cancels plans for Okinawa park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company will focus investment on the existing park in Osaka.

Busch Gardens Tampa releases POV of Cobra's Curse roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new ride includes forward, backward and spinning sections.

Universal Studios Hollywood evolves from studio to theme park

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The parks have moved away from large soundstage buildings to immersive, themed attractions.

Warner Bros. still offers film studio tour, while Universal now emphasizes themed attractions

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The movie studio still offers a chance to see behind-the-scenes tours in Hollywood.

Disney misses analyst expectations, but parks and resorts operating income up 10%

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Revenue rose 4% to $3.9 billion, reflecting an increase in spending at Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

First rider auction on SeaWorld's Mako will benefit Give Kids The World

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Hurry, the auction ends June 3. Bid now, bid often!

Mako a month away from opening at SeaWorld Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Media preview offers views of the ride and station.

Carnival ride pulls scalp from 11-year-old girl, investigation finds no malfunction

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Officials inspecting the ride found no defects.

Universal Orlando reveals details for reboot of Hulk roller coaster at Islands of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

New trains will feature lighting and onboard soundtrack.

Lake Compounce opens Phobia Phear Coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new roller coaster launches riders 150 feet into the air.

Falcon's Creative Group offers its attraction design services for hire

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The Orlando-based company has projects all over the world

A month before Shanghai Disney parks open, visitors flock to its retail and restaurant complex

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Interest in the new theme park resort is already high as locals shop for merchandise.

Boomerang suffers apparent partial derailment at Six Flags St. Louis, four injured

Posted | Contributed by PhantomTails

Images show a portion of the train separated from the track.

Carowinds guest banned for five years after allegedly entering dark ride to retrieve dropped phone

Posted | Contributed by LostKause

Report says the ride operator was pushed aside when the guest entered the operating part of the ride.

Orlando attracts a record 66 million tourists in 2015

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Theme parks and other attractions drive 5.42% visitor growth.

Cedar Fair has record start in 2016

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Early season attendance coupled with strong pass and dining sales keep leadership team optimistic.

Live Valravn coverage from Cedar Point starts Wednesday at 5 a.m. EDT

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Sister site PointBuzz will cover the media event for the ride on its live blog.

Standard Amusements scores contract to manage Playland

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The county will invest $32 million in the park, while Standard will contribute $27.5 million.

Universal Studios Japan sets record attendance, Tokyo Disney down

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Theme park resort credits Harry Potter attraction with boost.

BBC ready to partner with theme parks to promote its IP

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

From Doctor Who to Top Gear, the BBC has a lot of properties that will appeal to fans.

Ferris wheel catches fire at Dinosaur Planet Park in Bangkok

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No injuries were reported, and on one was on the ride at the time of the fire.

Teen girls fall from Sizzler carnival ride, one dies

Posted | Contributed by LostKause

Accident under investigation at El Paso church carnival.

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