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EastEnders spin-off could help put Ireland on soap fans’ ‘holiday wish list’
BY Alice Davis | 10 Jan 2017
Fans of the British soap opera EastEnders may be persuaded to add Ireland to their list of must-visit destinations after watching a TV spin-off that was filmed on the neighbouring isle.
Chester Zoo breaks UK attendance record as 1.9 million flock to attraction in 2016
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
Chester Zoo welcomed more visitors in 2016 than any other UK zoo in history, with just shy of 1.9 million people flocking to see the Cheshire attraction’s collection of 20,000-plus animals.
Dramatic Etihad Museum opens in Dubai to celebrate the UAE's formation
BY Kim Megson | 09 Jan 2017
A new museum dedicated to the founding fathers of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) opened in Dubai on Saturday (7 January).
Giant wind turbine artwork installed in Hull for UK City of Culture 2017
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
Artist Nayan Kulkarni has installed a 75m-long (250ft) rotor blade in the centre of Hull – the first in a series of temporary installations marking its year as UK City of Culture.
Omani tourism investments continue with giant waterfront leisure development
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
The Muscat National Development Company (ASAAS) is planning to develop a mixed-use waterfront project in Oman with multiple attractions as the country’s government continues on its plans to invest in its tourism sector.
SeaWorld’s Tilikum dies as controversial orca shows laid to rest
BY Alice Davis | 06 Jan 2017
Just days since SeaWorld San Diego announced its final orca show would be on 8 January, the marine park brand’s most famous animal, Tilikum, has died.
Natural History Museum's 'Dippy' set for UK tour in 2018
BY Tom Anstey | 06 Jan 2017
Dippy - the iconic diplodocus that has welcomed visitors to London’s Natural History Museum (NHM) for more than 37 years - is embarking on a tour of the UK following the museum’s decision to replace the replica dinosaur with a blue whale skeleton.
UK funding cuts could create 'cultural cold spots', says government report
BY Tom Anstey | 06 Jan 2017
Funding cuts at a local level could result in “cultural cold spots” across Britain, according to the results of a recent government inquiry.
Former Disney exec appointed as SeaWorld’s chief marketer
BY Matthew Campelli | 05 Jan 2017
Former Disney Parks executive Denise Godreau has joined SeaWorld Entertainment as chief marketing officer.
Tate Harmer's tent-covered Scouting Museum festooned with symbolic neckerchiefs
BY Kim Megson | 05 Jan 2017
A big tent festooned with neckerchiefs will be the centrepiece of a new museum dedicated to the international Scouting movement.
Sporting events key to day-trip income in 2017, says VisitEngland
BY Matthew Campelli | 05 Jan 2017
National tourism quango VisitEngland is hoping to capitalise on a bumper year of sport to boost the amount spent by day-trippers beyond the record £45.3bn (US$55.8bn, €53.1bn) generated over 2016.
Britain's literary stars celebrated with 2017 tourism campaign for England
BY Tom Anstey | 05 Jan 2017
VisitEngland will be celebrating Britain’s literary stars in 2017, using fictional characters such as Harry Potter and Sherlock Holmes and famous authors like Jane Austen and Enid Blyton to drive English tourism in a post-Brexit era.
Barcelona architects to transform 1930s grain silo into new home for Nordic art
BY Kim Megson | 04 Jan 2017
Two Barcelona architecture studios will design “one of the leading art museums in the Nordic region” after winning an international competition to create a new home for the Sørlandets Kunstmuseum in Kristiansand, Norway.
Holovis and S&S unveil world-first media-led rollercoaster concept
BY Tom Anstey | 04 Jan 2017
Mixed-reality firm Holovis is teaming with ride manufacturer S&S - Sansei Technologies to develop the world-first Immersive Elevator MediaCoaster – a new form of attraction combining a dark ride, elevator and rollercoaster experience in one.
SeaWorld hosting final California orca show on 8 January
BY Tom Anstey | 04 Jan 2017
SeaWorld will take the next big step in its company-wide evolution this Sunday (8 January), with its San Diego park hosting its last theatrical orca show, a staple of the entertainment giant for many decades.
Oman government signs deal for multi-million dollar Salalah waterpark development
BY Tom Anstey | 03 Jan 2017
Omar’s Dhofar Municipality has signed an agreement to further develop a waterpark as part of a multi-million dollar mixed-use leisure development to also feature a five-star hotel, mall and conference halls in Salalah.
Crunch time for George Lucas as director prepares to finalise museum location
BY Tom Anstey | 03 Jan 2017
In a saga beginning to rival his Star Wars franchise for length and drama, George Lucas appears to have finally sealed the deal to develop his Museum of Narrative Art following almost two years of legal disputes.
Contrast the secret of immersive sound, says Man Made Music founder
BY Tom Anstey | 30 Dec 2016
With sound having significant influence on the way we interpret the world around us, leading composer and producer, Joel Beckerman, has offered his perspective on using the medium to create the world’s greatest experiences.
David Lloyd returning to leisure industry with adventure parks
BY Deven Pamben | 29 Dec 2016
David Lloyd is returning to the leisure industry with a multi-activity concept - David Lloyd’s Adventure Parks.
Salem's Peabody Essex Museum breaks ground on landmark expansion
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Dec 2016
Ground has been broken on the US$49m (€43.4m, £37.2m) facility expansion of the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) in Salem, Massachusetts.
     
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2901 to 2920 of 9725 news stories
EastEnders spin-off could help put Ireland on soap fans’ ‘holiday wish list’
BY Alice Davis | 10 Jan 2017
Fans of the British soap opera EastEnders may be persuaded to add Ireland to their list of must-visit destinations after watching a TV spin-off that was filmed on the neighbouring isle.
Chester Zoo breaks UK attendance record as 1.9 million flock to attraction in 2016
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
Chester Zoo welcomed more visitors in 2016 than any other UK zoo in history, with just shy of 1.9 million people flocking to see the Cheshire attraction’s collection of 20,000-plus animals.
Dramatic Etihad Museum opens in Dubai to celebrate the UAE's formation
BY Kim Megson | 09 Jan 2017
A new museum dedicated to the founding fathers of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) opened in Dubai on Saturday (7 January).
Giant wind turbine artwork installed in Hull for UK City of Culture 2017
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
Artist Nayan Kulkarni has installed a 75m-long (250ft) rotor blade in the centre of Hull – the first in a series of temporary installations marking its year as UK City of Culture.
Omani tourism investments continue with giant waterfront leisure development
BY Tom Anstey | 09 Jan 2017
The Muscat National Development Company (ASAAS) is planning to develop a mixed-use waterfront project in Oman with multiple attractions as the country’s government continues on its plans to invest in its tourism sector.
SeaWorld’s Tilikum dies as controversial orca shows laid to rest
BY Alice Davis | 06 Jan 2017
Just days since SeaWorld San Diego announced its final orca show would be on 8 January, the marine park brand’s most famous animal, Tilikum, has died.
Natural History Museum's 'Dippy' set for UK tour in 2018
BY Tom Anstey | 06 Jan 2017
Dippy - the iconic diplodocus that has welcomed visitors to London’s Natural History Museum (NHM) for more than 37 years - is embarking on a tour of the UK following the museum’s decision to replace the replica dinosaur with a blue whale skeleton.
UK funding cuts could create 'cultural cold spots', says government report
BY Tom Anstey | 06 Jan 2017
Funding cuts at a local level could result in “cultural cold spots” across Britain, according to the results of a recent government inquiry.
Former Disney exec appointed as SeaWorld’s chief marketer
BY Matthew Campelli | 05 Jan 2017
Former Disney Parks executive Denise Godreau has joined SeaWorld Entertainment as chief marketing officer.
Tate Harmer's tent-covered Scouting Museum festooned with symbolic neckerchiefs
BY Kim Megson | 05 Jan 2017
A big tent festooned with neckerchiefs will be the centrepiece of a new museum dedicated to the international Scouting movement.
Sporting events key to day-trip income in 2017, says VisitEngland
BY Matthew Campelli | 05 Jan 2017
National tourism quango VisitEngland is hoping to capitalise on a bumper year of sport to boost the amount spent by day-trippers beyond the record £45.3bn (US$55.8bn, €53.1bn) generated over 2016.
Britain's literary stars celebrated with 2017 tourism campaign for England
BY Tom Anstey | 05 Jan 2017
VisitEngland will be celebrating Britain’s literary stars in 2017, using fictional characters such as Harry Potter and Sherlock Holmes and famous authors like Jane Austen and Enid Blyton to drive English tourism in a post-Brexit era.
Barcelona architects to transform 1930s grain silo into new home for Nordic art
BY Kim Megson | 04 Jan 2017
Two Barcelona architecture studios will design “one of the leading art museums in the Nordic region” after winning an international competition to create a new home for the Sørlandets Kunstmuseum in Kristiansand, Norway.
Holovis and S&S unveil world-first media-led rollercoaster concept
BY Tom Anstey | 04 Jan 2017
Mixed-reality firm Holovis is teaming with ride manufacturer S&S - Sansei Technologies to develop the world-first Immersive Elevator MediaCoaster – a new form of attraction combining a dark ride, elevator and rollercoaster experience in one.
SeaWorld hosting final California orca show on 8 January
BY Tom Anstey | 04 Jan 2017
SeaWorld will take the next big step in its company-wide evolution this Sunday (8 January), with its San Diego park hosting its last theatrical orca show, a staple of the entertainment giant for many decades.
Oman government signs deal for multi-million dollar Salalah waterpark development
BY Tom Anstey | 03 Jan 2017
Omar’s Dhofar Municipality has signed an agreement to further develop a waterpark as part of a multi-million dollar mixed-use leisure development to also feature a five-star hotel, mall and conference halls in Salalah.
Crunch time for George Lucas as director prepares to finalise museum location
BY Tom Anstey | 03 Jan 2017
In a saga beginning to rival his Star Wars franchise for length and drama, George Lucas appears to have finally sealed the deal to develop his Museum of Narrative Art following almost two years of legal disputes.
Contrast the secret of immersive sound, says Man Made Music founder
BY Tom Anstey | 30 Dec 2016
With sound having significant influence on the way we interpret the world around us, leading composer and producer, Joel Beckerman, has offered his perspective on using the medium to create the world’s greatest experiences.
David Lloyd returning to leisure industry with adventure parks
BY Deven Pamben | 29 Dec 2016
David Lloyd is returning to the leisure industry with a multi-activity concept - David Lloyd’s Adventure Parks.
Salem's Peabody Essex Museum breaks ground on landmark expansion
BY Tom Anstey | 28 Dec 2016
Ground has been broken on the US$49m (€43.4m, £37.2m) facility expansion of the Peabody Essex Museum (PEM) in Salem, Massachusetts.
     
 


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