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NBBJ propose flower-shaped ice rinks to bring leisure to frozen rivers

BY Kim Megson | 09 Dec 2015

International innovators and architects NBBJ have revealed their latest unusual design concept: a series of natural ice rinks on London’s River Thames.

Sir Peter Jackson to invest millions in New Zealand movie museum

BY Tom Anstey | 09 Dec 2015

Sir Peter Jackson will invest millions of dollars into a blockbuster movie museum and convention centre in the film-maker’s hometown of Wellington, New Zealand.

Heritage delegates gather in Malta for UNESCO disaster management training

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

A collaboration of UNESCO groups gathered in Malta last month to deliver training in disaster risk reduction principles, also incorporating heritage professionals in the body’s management plans for cultural heritage sites.

Mexico City children's museum unveils plans for forest-inspired building

BY Kim Megson | 08 Dec 2015

Mexico City’s Papalote Children’s Museum has unveiled the winning design for its future home; a forest-inspired building that promotes fun, exploration and discovery.

Exclusive: Mack currently developing at least nine virtual reality rollercoasters for major operators worldwide

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Attractions Management can exclusively reveal that Mack Rides and VR Coaster are working on at least nine new virtual reality rollercoasters, with the new technology next being announced for a major attraction in January.

Orlando's US$500m Skyplex gains approval despite Universal opposition

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

The theme park capital of the world looks set to gain the tallest rollercoaster ever built as part of a US$500m (€472m, £333m) development after Orange County commissioners approved plans for the proposed Skyplex development on Orlando’s I-Drive.

Belfast's HMS Caroline to reopen as heritage attraction on Battle of Jutland centenary

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

The last surviving ship of the First World War – HMS Caroline – is entering the final stages of a multi-million pound restoration and redevelopment to turn the century-old vessel in Belfast, Northern Ireland, into a premiere heritage attraction.

Sydney's Taronga Zoo plans AU$44m eco-resort to draw international visitors

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia, is seeking permission to develop a AU$44m (US$32.1m, €29.6m, £21.3m) eco-resort inside the zoo in an effort to draw more international visitors to the harbourside attraction.

David Rockwell installation dazzles New York with cascading LED light display

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

A David Rockwell-designed interactive light display in New York’s Winter Garden Atrium has opened, kickstarting a new seasonal tradition for Lower Manhattan based on the concepts of sharing, giving, community and light.

Mexico sinks navy vessel as part of plans for scuba marine park on Baja California coast

BY Tom Anstey | 07 Dec 2015

An old Navy patrol boat off the coast of Rosarito Beach in Baja California, Mexico, has been deliberately sunk as part of the first steps in creating an underwater park for divers to explore.

V&A galleries exploring Europe's Age of Enlightenment reopen following extensive redesign

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

Seven galleries dedicated to European art and history at London’s Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum will reopen on 9 December following a £12.5m (US$19m, €17m) redesign by architects ZMMA.

Mattel and Google tie-up reimagines View-Master as affordable VR alternative

BY Tom Anstey | 07 Dec 2015

View-Master – a popular children's toy since the 1960s – could be the next big step in affordable, commercial virtual reality following a tie-up between Mattel and Google to create a new iteration of the device based on VR using smartphones.

Hot rods meet Hollywood as renovated Petersen Automotive Museum re-opens in LA

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles reopens today (7 December) following a multi-million dollar redevelopment marking its 20th anniversary.

Cox Rayner's China Maritime Museum expected to open in 2017

BY Kim Megson | 04 Dec 2015

CLAD understands that the award-winning design for China’s new National Maritime Museum, created by Australian practice Cox Rayner Architects, is now likely to be realised in 2017.

Is Universal planning to build a new theme park on Orlando's I-Drive?

BY Tom Anstey | 04 Dec 2015

Universal is remaining tight-lipped over plans to possibly develop a new theme park on more than 474-acres (1.91sq km) of land in Orlando.

Families will spend more on IP-led experiences: report

BY Tom Anstey | 04 Dec 2015

A new report by the Thinkwell Group has said that families are generally inclined to visit and spend more on experiences featuring popular intellectual properties.

Visions unveiled for footbridge connecting mythical King Arthur castle to mainland

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

English Heritage has unveiled a series of six possible designs for a new footbridge at Tintagel Castle, a site long associated with the legend of King Arthur.

CA$80m redevelopment of Canada Science and Technology Museum to completely modernise ageing facility

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

Ontario’s Canada Science and Technology Museum in Ottawa has unveiled plans for a CA$80m (US$60m, €56.5m, £40m) renovation, upgrade and expansion, bringing the facility first opened in 1967 into the modern age.

Cavu Designwerks develops dark water ride concept

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

Media-based attractions specialists Cavu Designwerks have unveiled plans for a brand new dark water ride concept.

SeaWorld CEO reveals plans for conservation-focused launch coaster

BY Tom Anstey | 02 Dec 2015

SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has revealed plans for new rides focusing on combining fun and meaningful experiences, starting with a launch coaster based on the company’s popular TV show Sea Rescue.

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NBBJ propose flower-shaped ice rinks to bring leisure to frozen rivers

BY Kim Megson | 09 Dec 2015

International innovators and architects NBBJ have revealed their latest unusual design concept: a series of natural ice rinks on London’s River Thames.

Sir Peter Jackson to invest millions in New Zealand movie museum

BY Tom Anstey | 09 Dec 2015

Sir Peter Jackson will invest millions of dollars into a blockbuster movie museum and convention centre in the film-maker’s hometown of Wellington, New Zealand.

Heritage delegates gather in Malta for UNESCO disaster management training

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Mexico City children's museum unveils plans for forest-inspired building

BY Kim Megson | 08 Dec 2015

Mexico City’s Papalote Children’s Museum has unveiled the winning design for its future home; a forest-inspired building that promotes fun, exploration and discovery.

Exclusive: Mack currently developing at least nine virtual reality rollercoasters for major operators worldwide

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Orlando's US$500m Skyplex gains approval despite Universal opposition

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Belfast's HMS Caroline to reopen as heritage attraction on Battle of Jutland centenary

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

Sydney's Taronga Zoo plans AU$44m eco-resort to draw international visitors

BY Tom Anstey | 08 Dec 2015

David Rockwell installation dazzles New York with cascading LED light display

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

Mexico sinks navy vessel as part of plans for scuba marine park on Baja California coast

BY Tom Anstey | 07 Dec 2015

An old Navy patrol boat off the coast of Rosarito Beach in Baja California, Mexico, has been deliberately sunk as part of the first steps in creating an underwater park for divers to explore.

V&A galleries exploring Europe's Age of Enlightenment reopen following extensive redesign

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

Seven galleries dedicated to European art and history at London’s Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum will reopen on 9 December following a £12.5m (US$19m, €17m) redesign by architects ZMMA.

Mattel and Google tie-up reimagines View-Master as affordable VR alternative

BY Tom Anstey | 07 Dec 2015

Hot rods meet Hollywood as renovated Petersen Automotive Museum re-opens in LA

BY Kim Megson | 07 Dec 2015

The Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles reopens today (7 December) following a multi-million dollar redevelopment marking its 20th anniversary.

Cox Rayner's China Maritime Museum expected to open in 2017

BY Kim Megson | 04 Dec 2015

CLAD understands that the award-winning design for China’s new National Maritime Museum, created by Australian practice Cox Rayner Architects, is now likely to be realised in 2017.

Is Universal planning to build a new theme park on Orlando's I-Drive?

BY Tom Anstey | 04 Dec 2015

Universal is remaining tight-lipped over plans to possibly develop a new theme park on more than 474-acres (1.91sq km) of land in Orlando.

Families will spend more on IP-led experiences: report

BY Tom Anstey | 04 Dec 2015

A new report by the Thinkwell Group has said that families are generally inclined to visit and spend more on experiences featuring popular intellectual properties.

Visions unveiled for footbridge connecting mythical King Arthur castle to mainland

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

English Heritage has unveiled a series of six possible designs for a new footbridge at Tintagel Castle, a site long associated with the legend of King Arthur.

CA$80m redevelopment of Canada Science and Technology Museum to completely modernise ageing facility

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

Cavu Designwerks develops dark water ride concept

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Dec 2015

Media-based attractions specialists Cavu Designwerks have unveiled plans for a brand new dark water ride concept.

SeaWorld CEO reveals plans for conservation-focused launch coaster

BY Tom Anstey | 02 Dec 2015

SeaWorld CEO Joel Manby has revealed plans for new rides focusing on combining fun and meaningful experiences, starting with a launch coaster based on the company’s popular TV show Sea Rescue.

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