This year, the leaders of the leisure, attractions, tourism, and entertainment industries will gather in Berlin, Germany, at Europe’s biggest showcase of products and services, complete with a range of educational sessions and networking events.
As well brushing up on their industry knowledge, best practices and the latest trends, attendees can meet with more than 500 different companies across the 12,000sqm (130,000sq ft) trade show floor.
EAS 2017 offers attendees the opportunity to grow, explore and connect through multiple channels: • Get an up-close look at the latest strides in amusement and entertainment technology. • Meet with key players in the global attractions industry. • Make central business decisions on the trade show floor. • Stay informed on industry best practice though seminars and demonstrations.
EAS 2017 also offers a comprehensive conference programme that features more than 20 educational seminars, plus the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers, IAAPA Safety Institute, CEO Talks, Lunch and Learn seminars, FEC and Waterpark forums, and the Leadership Breakfast.
This year also sees the launch of four brand new educational tracks. • The Digital Future Track focuses on modern technologies that can transform the visitor experience, from VR and AR, to big data and social media, to operational technologies like ticketing. • The Profit/Revenue Track includes seminars on fine dining versus volume dining, revenue generation and the pros and cons of hosting special events. • The Safety/Security Track focuses on ride safety, touching on crisis management and security, and offers a special panel for wildlife attractions operators. • The TEA Presents Track will include seminars on IP and branding, and “emmersive” experiences.
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2017 issue 2
Promotional feature: IDEATTACK
IDEATTACK is working on a magical destination resort in Hunan Province, China.
Founders Natasha Varnica and Dan Thomas walk us through the fairytale experience
Science centres: Sparks Fly
The Wolf Museum of Exploration +
Innovation (MOXI) is a brand new science
centre in Santa Barbara, with a refreshing
approach. CEO Steve Hinkley tells all
Theme parks: Speed Demons
PortAventura’s COO Mark Robinson on the
company’s latest investment – Ferrari Land
Promotional feature: Simworx
UK-based attractions manufacturer Simworx is building on its global
portfolio with a range of new projects in Dubai, China and Spain
Attractions: That’s the Spirit
Jameson’s visitor experience centre has
been revamped by BRC Imagination
Arts. Tom Anstey went to Dublin and
talked to the team about the project
Promotional feature: FORREC
FORREC has worked with some of the world’s
most recognisable characters and IPs. Here Steven Rhys
shares some tips on bringing those cherished worlds to life
• 11,000 attractions industry professionals • 20+ education sessions • 500+ exhibiting companies • 130 product categories • 21 hours of exhibit time • 4 days of networking opportunities • 1 IAAPA Safety Institute • 1 IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers
Details
Location: Berline Messe Exhibition Centre, Berlin, Germany
Dates: Conference: 24-28 September Trade Show: 26-28 September
IAAPA EMEA Forums
In 2017, IAAPA EMEA expanded its events schedule with the addition of a winter and spring forum. The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum was held in Dubai in January, giving attendees a valuable insight into the booming leisure and attractions industry in the Middle East region. The forum included educational visits to Bollywood Parks Dubai, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, IMG Worlds of Adventure and LEGOLAND Dubai.
The IAAPA EMEA Spring Forum was held over three days in May in Krakow, Poland. The event focused on the country’s attractions market, including trips to Energylandia, the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the Rynek Underground.
Look out for forum dates for next year.
IAAPA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry.
Mission Statement “Our mission is to serve the membership by promoting safe operations, global development, professional growth, and commercial success of the attractions industry.”
IAAPA hosts three trade shows on an annual basis: • Asian Attractions Expo from 14-16 June in Singapore • Euro Attractions Show from 26-28 September in Berlin, Germany •IAAPA Attractions Expo from 14-17 November in Orlando, Florida
More information on EAS:
Visit www.IAAPA.org/EAS or contact the IAAPA EMAE offices at [email protected]
Thousands of industry professionals do business on the trade show floor
The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum took place in Dubai and included a visit to Bollywood Parks Dubai / PHOTO: WASSIM RASLAM
The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum took place in Dubai and included a visit to Bollywood Parks Dubai
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This year, the leaders of the leisure, attractions, tourism, and entertainment industries will gather in Berlin, Germany, at Europe’s biggest showcase of products and services, complete with a range of educational sessions and networking events.
As well brushing up on their industry knowledge, best practices and the latest trends, attendees can meet with more than 500 different companies across the 12,000sqm (130,000sq ft) trade show floor.
EAS 2017 offers attendees the opportunity to grow, explore and connect through multiple channels: • Get an up-close look at the latest strides in amusement and entertainment technology. • Meet with key players in the global attractions industry. • Make central business decisions on the trade show floor. • Stay informed on industry best practice though seminars and demonstrations.
EAS 2017 also offers a comprehensive conference programme that features more than 20 educational seminars, plus the IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers, IAAPA Safety Institute, CEO Talks, Lunch and Learn seminars, FEC and Waterpark forums, and the Leadership Breakfast.
This year also sees the launch of four brand new educational tracks. • The Digital Future Track focuses on modern technologies that can transform the visitor experience, from VR and AR, to big data and social media, to operational technologies like ticketing. • The Profit/Revenue Track includes seminars on fine dining versus volume dining, revenue generation and the pros and cons of hosting special events. • The Safety/Security Track focuses on ride safety, touching on crisis management and security, and offers a special panel for wildlife attractions operators. • The TEA Presents Track will include seminars on IP and branding, and “emmersive” experiences.
Read more from this issue of Attractions Management magazine
View contents of Attractions Management 2017 issue 2
Promotional feature: IDEATTACK
IDEATTACK is working on a magical destination resort in Hunan Province, China.
Founders Natasha Varnica and Dan Thomas walk us through the fairytale experience
Science centres: Sparks Fly
The Wolf Museum of Exploration +
Innovation (MOXI) is a brand new science
centre in Santa Barbara, with a refreshing
approach. CEO Steve Hinkley tells all
Theme parks: Speed Demons
PortAventura’s COO Mark Robinson on the
company’s latest investment – Ferrari Land
Promotional feature: Simworx
UK-based attractions manufacturer Simworx is building on its global
portfolio with a range of new projects in Dubai, China and Spain
Attractions: That’s the Spirit
Jameson’s visitor experience centre has
been revamped by BRC Imagination
Arts. Tom Anstey went to Dublin and
talked to the team about the project
Promotional feature: FORREC
FORREC has worked with some of the world’s
most recognisable characters and IPs. Here Steven Rhys
shares some tips on bringing those cherished worlds to life
• 11,000 attractions industry professionals • 20+ education sessions • 500+ exhibiting companies • 130 product categories • 21 hours of exhibit time • 4 days of networking opportunities • 1 IAAPA Safety Institute • 1 IAAPA Institute for Attractions Managers
Details
Location: Berline Messe Exhibition Centre, Berlin, Germany
Dates: Conference: 24-28 September Trade Show: 26-28 September
IAAPA EMEA Forums
In 2017, IAAPA EMEA expanded its events schedule with the addition of a winter and spring forum. The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum was held in Dubai in January, giving attendees a valuable insight into the booming leisure and attractions industry in the Middle East region. The forum included educational visits to Bollywood Parks Dubai, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, IMG Worlds of Adventure and LEGOLAND Dubai.
The IAAPA EMEA Spring Forum was held over three days in May in Krakow, Poland. The event focused on the country’s attractions market, including trips to Energylandia, the Wieliczka Salt Mine and the Rynek Underground.
Look out for forum dates for next year.
IAAPA
The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) is the premier trade association for the attractions industry worldwide. Founded in 1918, IAAPA is the largest international trade association for permanently situated amusement facilities and attractions, and is dedicated to the preservation and prosperity of the attractions industry.
Mission Statement “Our mission is to serve the membership by promoting safe operations, global development, professional growth, and commercial success of the attractions industry.”
IAAPA hosts three trade shows on an annual basis: • Asian Attractions Expo from 14-16 June in Singapore • Euro Attractions Show from 26-28 September in Berlin, Germany •IAAPA Attractions Expo from 14-17 November in Orlando, Florida
More information on EAS:
Visit www.IAAPA.org/EAS or contact the IAAPA EMAE offices at [email protected]
Thousands of industry professionals do business on the trade show floor
The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum took place in Dubai and included a visit to Bollywood Parks Dubai / PHOTO: WASSIM RASLAM
The inaugural IAAPA EMEA Winter Forum took place in Dubai and included a visit to Bollywood Parks Dubai
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Mansion has created a new destination that combines live magic, immersive theatre, dining and
private membership under one roof.
The Montana Historical Society has officially celebrated the opening of its new Montana
Heritage
Center, a US$107 million (£79 million, €92 million) destination that combines immersive
storytelling with cutting-edge audiovisual technology to bring the sta
San Antonio Zoo has reported a US$283 million economic impact for 2025, following a decade-
long transformation programme that has seen almost US$200 million invested into the Texas
attraction.
Plans for the AU$180 million redevelopment of Reef HQ Aquarium in Townsville, Australia, are
progressing, with the project set to transform the attraction into a global centre for reef
education and conservation.
Abu Dhabi-based investment firm Mubadala Capital has made a binding, fully financed
€1 billion
offer to acquire Pierre and Vacances SA, the European holiday resort operator behind the
continental European Center Parcs business.
Disney has reaffirmed its commitment to investing US$30 billion in its US parks and cruise
business by 2033, using new America250 celebrations to underline the role its attractions play
in supporting jobs, tourism and economic growth.
Expo 2030 Riyadh is being planned as a permanent visitor destination, with organisers
confirming the six-million-square-metre site will become a Global Village after the event closes.
The owner of one of Australia's best-known waterparks has acquired a major competitor,
creating a new attractions business spanning two of the country's largest visitor destinations.
The Toverland theme park in the Netherlands has announced a €98m expansion programme
that will add a resort, new attractions and staff facilities as it pursues plans to become a multi-
day destination.
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package
that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
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COMPANY PROFILES
Taylor Made Designs Founded in 1993, Taylor Made
Designs supply corporate clothing
and brand-enhancing merchandise
to [more...]
Sally Corporation Our services include: Dark ride design & build; Redevelopment of existing attractions; High-quality [more...]
Holovis Holovis is a privately owned company
established in 2004 by CEO Stuart
Hetherington. [more...]
Painting With Light By combining lighting, video, scenic and architectural elements, sound and special effects we tell s [more...]
