News Archive - July 2016

Disney has patent for identifying guests by their shoes

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

It's not clear that the company will use this patent.

Admission and in-park spending up 2% for Six Flags

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Adjusting for the Easter holiday, attendance was up 4%.

Kings Island announces Mystic Timbers, a GCI wooden roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new coaster will be set in the woods over rugged terrain.

Woman hospitalized after fall from drop tower at county fair in Virginia

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The rider's seat apparently separated from the ride.

Attraction queue design is an opportunity for storytelling

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Queues have become more than just a place to stand in line.

Smiler crash amputee regains confidence with photo shoot

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Vicky Balch says the lingerie photos were a turning point in her identity.

Walt Disney World adding flexible sports and concert venue to ESPN Wide World of Sports

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Venue will be well suited for dance and cheer competitions.

Classic Snowball ride returns to Santa's Village

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The scrambler ride appeals to fans' nostalgia of the small park.

Parents sue Six Flags Over Georgia, others, for death of daughter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Suit says chemicals in the wave pool triggered breathing problems that lead to death.

Guardians of the Galaxy theme to replace Twilight Zone Tower of Terror at Disney California Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

A video describes the retention of the ride system of the existing attraction, but a new storyline.

Holy Land Experience selling items amid financial troubles

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

IRS filings show founders drawing large salaries from the non-profit attraction.

Foursquare says millennials flocked to Universal Studios parks for Harry Potter

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The "check in" social network shared some insights about theme park visits.

Six Flags considering more parks in China

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Company has its eye on international expansion.

Attraction planning: An interview Cedar Fair VP Rob Decker

Posted | Contributed by jdancisin

A.V. Club asks the VP of planning and design how the company decides to build new rides and attractions.

Disney offers endless options for weddings at theme parks, resorts and cruise line

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company has no shortage of locations and venues to host a destination wedding.

Opposition to Legoland in New York gets organized

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Residents come out to oppose the project in Goshen, New York.

Family of toddler killed by alligator will not sue Disney

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The parents will establish a charitable foundation to honor their son.

Leaders pitch theme park west of Rapid City, SD

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The project would compliment other tourist activities in the area, including Mt. Rushmore.

Safety inspector that certified M&D ride before accident banned from further work

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Agency has found significant issues with the roller coaster that derailed.

Intern fired, rehired, after tweeting photo about alligators at Magic Kingdom

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Sign advised cast members on how to respond to guest questions.

Investment in Nintendo area of Universal Studios Japan said to be huge

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The park will reportedly spend 50 billion yen ($485 million) on the video game inspired attractions.

8-year-old boy drowns at Knoebels pool

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Lifeguards attempted to revive the boy before he was transported to the hospital.

Sapphire Falls Resort opens at Universal Orlando

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The new hotel adds another thousand rooms to the theme park complex.

Reedy Creek firefighters were advised to not feed alligators prior to fatal attack

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The concern surfaced following a public records request for email.

Six Flags America calls bomb threat a hoax

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

No explosives found in "suspicious" objects.

9-year-old asks Hersheypark to reduce pricing for guests with disabilities

Posted | Contributed by LostKause

The boy's father is wheelchair bound.

Police investigating bomb threat at Six Flags America

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Bomb squad investigating at least two suspicious packages.

Trespassing citations skyrocket at abandoned Geauga Lake

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Police have cited at least 46 people this year.

Disney teases new Star Wars attractions with concept art

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The company makes a blog post that encourages speculation based on the new art.

Skull Island: Reign of Kong opens at Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

The 3D attraction with a practical Kong has been in previews for weeks.

Anaheim mayor loses battle to deny tax rebates to Disneyland area hotel projects

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

They mayor believes that the projects would happen regardless of the incentives.

Zippin Pippin inspection finds four violations after station collision accident

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Two were related to training issues, one for equipment and one for operation.

Alton Towers submits plans, apparently for a wooden roller coaster

Posted | Contributed by Jason Hammond

Ride will be built on the former flume site.

Cedar Fair reports net revenue up 4% through July 4

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Increase credited mostly to attendance and hotel revenue.

Dollywood adds autism calming room

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

Children on the autism spectrum can decompress is the quiet space.

Holiday World evacuated after suspicious backpack found

Posted | Contributed by Jeff

State police responded to what ended up being a non-incident.

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