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5915 to 5934 of 9640 news stories

Six Flags to open record-breaking swing ride in New England, US

BY Tom Anstey | 05 Mar 2014

Six Flags New England will open the world’s tallest swing rides with its upcoming New England Skyscreamer.

Consultation underway to better protect Welsh heritage sites

BY Tom Anstey | 05 Mar 2014

The Welsh Government is undergoing a six-week consultation period on a new proposal for the Heritage Bill in order to better protect the country’s monuments and artefacts.

9/11 memorial museum to open in May

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Mar 2014

A museum dedicated to the events of 11 September 2001 will open in New York City this May.

Zaha Hadid in contention to recreate London's Crystal Palace

BY Jak Phillips | 03 Mar 2014

Zaha Hadid Architects are among six shortlisted candidates vying to rebuild Joseph Paxton's Crystal Palace in London on a £500m (US$836m, €607m) budget.

Legoland Dubai to open in 2016

BY Kath Hudson | 03 Mar 2014

Merlin Entertainments has confirmed it will go ahead with developing a Legoland in Dubai, with the park slated to open in 2016.

IAAPA Asian Expo 2014 heads for booming Beijing

BY Jak Phillips | 03 Mar 2014

This year’s International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) Asian Attractions Expo (AAE) will take place in Beijing, a move organisers say was prompted by the industry’s rapid expansion in China.

Disney and Universal raise prices

BY Kath Hudson | 28 Feb 2014

Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the same.

Panama's long-awaited Biomuseo ready for opening

BY Jak Phillips | 28 Feb 2014

The Frank Gehry-designed Biomuseo in Panama is set to open. The biodiversity and natural history museum has been in construction for almost ten years.

MK Bowl could house largest indoor waterpark in UK

BY Chris Dodd | 28 Feb 2014

Milton Keynes National Bowl could become home to the UK’s largest indoor waterpark, with the leisure development also potentially featuring a sports village and event venue.

Merlin Entertainments conjures steady growth figures

BY Chris Dodd | 27 Feb 2014

Merlin Entertainments plc enjoyed a positive year in 2013, with the entertainments company reporting like-for-like revenue growth of 6.7 per cent.

MOHAI speaks out on Bezos Center for Innovation

BY Kath Hudson | 27 Feb 2014

Seattle is protecting its status as an incubator of companies which transform the world, with a Jeff Bezos-sponsored museum extension at the Museum of History & Industry.

Torbay on track for £45m leisure regeneration scheme

BY Jak Phillips | 26 Feb 2014

A £45m leisure-based regeneration scheme in Torbay is gaining momentum, with local council and the Torbay Development Agency naming Moirai Capital Investments (MCI) as preferred developer for the Clennon Valley project.

Three Boston museum projects for Renzo Piano

BY Kath Hudson | 26 Feb 2014

Celebrated Italian architect, Renzo Piano, is changing Boston’s museum landscape with three major projects in quick succession.

London Shrek attraction the first of six, following Merlin and DreamWorks deal

BY Tom Anstey | 25 Feb 2014

Merlin Entertainments has agreed a deal with Hollywood studio DreamWorks Animation to open attractions based on the Shrek movies, with next year's London opening scheduled to be followed by five more worldwide.

Contractor named for Jordan's new Red Sea Astrarium project

BY Martin Nash | 25 Feb 2014

Arabtec Construction, a subsidiary of engineering and construction group Arabtec Holding PJSC, has been selected to undertake an AED5.7bn (US$1.55bn, €1.13bn, £930m) contract for construction of the Red Sea Astrarium, a themed entertainment resort in Aqaba, Jordan.

Philippines' Enchanted Kingdom unveils 10-year expansion plan

BY Jak Phillips | 25 Feb 2014

The chairman and president of the Philippines' Enchanted Kingdom theme park, Mario Mamon, has announced a 10-year P5 billion ($112m, €81, £67m) expansion plan to lure foreign tourists.

Lego Movie Experience takes centre stage at Legoland California

BY Jak Phillips | 24 Feb 2014

The Legoland California Resort, US, has capitalised on the box office success of The Lego Movie by unveiling the Lego Movie Experience, which offers visitors a behind the scenes look at the 3D animated adventure.

Mini Mayor campaign is child’s play for Australian theme park

BY Jak Phillips | 20 Feb 2014

Australian theme park Dreamworld is on the hunt for its first ever Mini Mayor to offer expert insight into what makes kids happy.

Aqua Drag Racer to debut at Wet’n’Wild Orlando

BY Kath Hudson | 18 Feb 2014

Wet ‘n’ Wild Orlando will have a thrilling new high speed ride to offer visitors this season, adding to the mix of 15 themed rides and attractions already on offer.

HLF offers £10m funding pool for anniversary events

BY Kath Hudson | 18 Feb 2014

After announcing last October that it will be making £10m available for anniversary and commemorative projects over the next four years, the Heritage Lottery Fund is now open to applications through three funds.

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5915 to 5934 of 9640 news stories

Six Flags to open record-breaking swing ride in New England, US

BY Tom Anstey | 05 Mar 2014

Six Flags New England will open the world’s tallest swing rides with its upcoming New England Skyscreamer.

Consultation underway to better protect Welsh heritage sites

BY Tom Anstey | 05 Mar 2014

The Welsh Government is undergoing a six-week consultation period on a new proposal for the Heritage Bill in order to better protect the country’s monuments and artefacts.

9/11 memorial museum to open in May

BY Tom Anstey | 03 Mar 2014

A museum dedicated to the events of 11 September 2001 will open in New York City this May.

Zaha Hadid in contention to recreate London's Crystal Palace

BY Jak Phillips | 03 Mar 2014

Zaha Hadid Architects are among six shortlisted candidates vying to rebuild Joseph Paxton's Crystal Palace in London on a £500m (US$836m, €607m) budget.

Legoland Dubai to open in 2016

BY Kath Hudson | 03 Mar 2014

Merlin Entertainments has confirmed it will go ahead with developing a Legoland in Dubai, with the park slated to open in 2016.

IAAPA Asian Expo 2014 heads for booming Beijing

BY Jak Phillips | 03 Mar 2014

Disney and Universal raise prices

BY Kath Hudson | 28 Feb 2014

Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the same.

Panama's long-awaited Biomuseo ready for opening

BY Jak Phillips | 28 Feb 2014

The Frank Gehry-designed Biomuseo in Panama is set to open. The biodiversity and natural history museum has been in construction for almost ten years.

MK Bowl could house largest indoor waterpark in UK

BY Chris Dodd | 28 Feb 2014

Milton Keynes National Bowl could become home to the UK’s largest indoor waterpark, with the leisure development also potentially featuring a sports village and event venue.

Merlin Entertainments conjures steady growth figures

BY Chris Dodd | 27 Feb 2014

Merlin Entertainments plc enjoyed a positive year in 2013, with the entertainments company reporting like-for-like revenue growth of 6.7 per cent.

MOHAI speaks out on Bezos Center for Innovation

BY Kath Hudson | 27 Feb 2014

Seattle is protecting its status as an incubator of companies which transform the world, with a Jeff Bezos-sponsored museum extension at the Museum of History & Industry.

Torbay on track for £45m leisure regeneration scheme

BY Jak Phillips | 26 Feb 2014

Three Boston museum projects for Renzo Piano

BY Kath Hudson | 26 Feb 2014

Celebrated Italian architect, Renzo Piano, is changing Boston’s museum landscape with three major projects in quick succession.

London Shrek attraction the first of six, following Merlin and DreamWorks deal

BY Tom Anstey | 25 Feb 2014

Contractor named for Jordan's new Red Sea Astrarium project

BY Martin Nash | 25 Feb 2014

Philippines' Enchanted Kingdom unveils 10-year expansion plan

BY Jak Phillips | 25 Feb 2014

The chairman and president of the Philippines' Enchanted Kingdom theme park, Mario Mamon, has announced a 10-year P5 billion ($112m, €81, £67m) expansion plan to lure foreign tourists.

Lego Movie Experience takes centre stage at Legoland California

BY Jak Phillips | 24 Feb 2014

Mini Mayor campaign is child’s play for Australian theme park

BY Jak Phillips | 20 Feb 2014

Australian theme park Dreamworld is on the hunt for its first ever Mini Mayor to offer expert insight into what makes kids happy.

Aqua Drag Racer to debut at Wet’n’Wild Orlando

BY Kath Hudson | 18 Feb 2014

Wet ‘n’ Wild Orlando will have a thrilling new high speed ride to offer visitors this season, adding to the mix of 15 themed rides and attractions already on offer.

HLF offers £10m funding pool for anniversary events

BY Kath Hudson | 18 Feb 2014

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