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7 Editor’s letter

 The Era of Zero risk
Liz Terry shares her thoughts
12 People profile

 Brian Cox
The famous physicist and the BBC's Tomorrow's World science engagement campaign
14 People profile

 James Cameron
The legendary director on Disney's new Avatar land
16 People Profile

 Caroline Keppel-Palmer
The social entrepreneur Caroline Keppel-Palmer on Museum Freecycle
18 Science Centres news

 Frost Museum finally opens in Miami
The museum which sits in a prominent location on Miami’s waterfront in the city’s Museum Park has navigated through difficult circumstances to reach this point
19 Visitor Attractions news

 HollandWorld finds developer, expands scope
The Delta Development Group has signed an initial agreement to drive forward plans for a Dutchinspired theme park and leisure destination near Amsterdam in the Netherlands
20 Waterparks news

 Six Flags reacquires Waterworld California
Six Flags has acquired its 20th property, entering an agreement with Waterworld California owner EPR properties to operate the attraction in Concord
22 Theme Parks news

 Universal theme parks continue to impress
Universal’s theme parks continue to act as a growth driver for parent company Comcast, after the company recorded revenue increases of 9 per cent to $1.1bn (€1bn, £853m) in the first quarter of 2017
24 Museums & Galleries news

 Obama presidential library unveiled
Former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have unveiled the design of the planned Obama Presidential Center on Chicago’s South Side
26 Heritage news

 UN law makes heritage destruction a war crime
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously passed a resolution designed to deter wilful destruction and looting of cultural heritage sites – potentially making such activities punishable as war crimes
28 Zoos & Aquariums news

 Toxin blamed for Vancouver beluga deaths
A five-month investigation into the deaths of two beluga whales at Vancouver Aquarium last year has determined that the cetaceans were killed thanks to an unknown toxin introduced "by food, water, or through human interference"
30 Technology news

 Toronto Zoo develops autism-friendly guide
Toronto Zoo in Toronto, Canada, has launched a special support guide designed to assist those with cognitive special needs, including autism, in managing and mastering a visit to the zoo
32 Interview

 Doug Cress
Doug Cress has taken charge at the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and he’s ready to champion their role
38 Ask an expert

New Ways to Tell Stories
Is technology reinventing the narrative journey in attractions? We ask the experts
42 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
44 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
52 Museums

 Shining Stars
Inside the Museums + Heritage Awards
On the cover: Star physicist teams up with BBC and science museums to engage public
58 Promotional feature

 3M
3M Touch Systems is introducing interactive multi-touch displays to the museums sector, helping them create engaging visitor experiences that won’t be forgotten
60 Heritage

 Long Live Lascaux
France’s prehistoric cave art reproduced for the public, with a new visitor centre to boot
64 Promotional feature

 Polin
What’s happening in Waterparks in Asia?
66 Waterparks

 The Next Big Splash
Waterpark designers and suppliers predict the trends and ideas coming down the track
74 Themed design

 Onwards and Upwards
Meet Forrec’s Gordon Dorrett and Cale Heit
78 Theme parks

 Speed Demons
PortAventura’s COO Mark Robinson on the company’s latest investment – Ferrari Land
84 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
86 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
92 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
94 Analysis

 Part 6 - Controlling costs
In part six of our eightpart series, consultant David Camp looks at keeping costs under control
98 Technology

 Wheels in Motion
Orlando is to become a proving ground for self-driving cars. We look at the plans
100 Promotional feature

 EAS
The 2017 edition of the Euro Attractions Show is coming to Berlin, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever
102 Show preview

 Asia Attractions Expo
Exhibitor news and updates in the run-up to IAAPA’s Asia Expo in Singapore
106 Attractions-kit.net

 Product Innovation
Suppliers and designers tell the stories behind their latest product launches
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Attractions Management 2017 issue 2
Download PDF
View Turning Pages
Subscribe
Magazine archive
7 Editor’s letter

 The Era of Zero risk
Liz Terry shares her thoughts
12 People profile

 Brian Cox
The famous physicist and the BBC's Tomorrow's World science engagement campaign
14 People profile

 James Cameron
The legendary director on Disney's new Avatar land
16 People Profile

 Caroline Keppel-Palmer
The social entrepreneur Caroline Keppel-Palmer on Museum Freecycle
18 Science Centres news

 Frost Museum finally opens in Miami
The museum which sits in a prominent location on Miami’s waterfront in the city’s Museum Park has navigated through difficult circumstances to reach this point
19 Visitor Attractions news

 HollandWorld finds developer, expands scope
The Delta Development Group has signed an initial agreement to drive forward plans for a Dutchinspired theme park and leisure destination near Amsterdam in the Netherlands
20 Waterparks news

 Six Flags reacquires Waterworld California
Six Flags has acquired its 20th property, entering an agreement with Waterworld California owner EPR properties to operate the attraction in Concord
22 Theme Parks news

 Universal theme parks continue to impress
Universal’s theme parks continue to act as a growth driver for parent company Comcast, after the company recorded revenue increases of 9 per cent to $1.1bn (€1bn, £853m) in the first quarter of 2017
24 Museums & Galleries news

 Obama presidential library unveiled
Former US president Barack Obama and his wife Michelle have unveiled the design of the planned Obama Presidential Center on Chicago’s South Side
26 Heritage news

 UN law makes heritage destruction a war crime
The United Nations Security Council has unanimously passed a resolution designed to deter wilful destruction and looting of cultural heritage sites – potentially making such activities punishable as war crimes
28 Zoos & Aquariums news

 Toxin blamed for Vancouver beluga deaths
A five-month investigation into the deaths of two beluga whales at Vancouver Aquarium last year has determined that the cetaceans were killed thanks to an unknown toxin introduced "by food, water, or through human interference"
30 Technology news

 Toronto Zoo develops autism-friendly guide
Toronto Zoo in Toronto, Canada, has launched a special support guide designed to assist those with cognitive special needs, including autism, in managing and mastering a visit to the zoo
32 Interview

 Doug Cress
Doug Cress has taken charge at the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and he’s ready to champion their role
38 Ask an expert

New Ways to Tell Stories
Is technology reinventing the narrative journey in attractions? We ask the experts
42 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
44 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
52 Museums

 Shining Stars
Inside the Museums + Heritage Awards
On the cover: Star physicist teams up with BBC and science museums to engage public
58 Promotional feature

 3M
3M Touch Systems is introducing interactive multi-touch displays to the museums sector, helping them create engaging visitor experiences that won’t be forgotten
60 Heritage

 Long Live Lascaux
France’s prehistoric cave art reproduced for the public, with a new visitor centre to boot
64 Promotional feature

 Polin
What’s happening in Waterparks in Asia?
66 Waterparks

 The Next Big Splash
Waterpark designers and suppliers predict the trends and ideas coming down the track
74 Themed design

 Onwards and Upwards
Meet Forrec’s Gordon Dorrett and Cale Heit
78 Theme parks

 Speed Demons
PortAventura’s COO Mark Robinson on the company’s latest investment – Ferrari Land
84 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
86 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
92 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
94 Analysis

 Part 6 - Controlling costs
In part six of our eightpart series, consultant David Camp looks at keeping costs under control
98 Technology

 Wheels in Motion
Orlando is to become a proving ground for self-driving cars. We look at the plans
100 Promotional feature

 EAS
The 2017 edition of the Euro Attractions Show is coming to Berlin, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever
102 Show preview

 Asia Attractions Expo
Exhibitor news and updates in the run-up to IAAPA’s Asia Expo in Singapore
106 Attractions-kit.net

 Product Innovation
Suppliers and designers tell the stories behind their latest product launches
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Silver Dollar City announces record-breaking waterfall drop ride among US$30m plans
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New York's largest waterpark set for expansion after acquiring state funding
Construction is set to start in September on new water slides at the Enchanted Forest Water Safari theme park in New York, US, with a funding contribution for the new rides having come from the state's economic development agency.
NBA Experience opens doors at Disney Springs
The NBA Experience, an immersive and interactive new attraction at Disney Springs in Florida, has celebrated its grand opening, with Disney CEO Bob Iger and NBA commissioner Adam Silver unveiling the new venture.
Toyota opens branded experience centre in Texas
Car manufacturer Toyota has opened its first visitor attraction in North America – the 44,000sq ft (13,400sq m) Toyota Experience Center (TEC) at its headquarters in Plano, Texas.
Waterway above Notre Dame among 'People's Design Competition' for new cathedral roof
A competition to find alternative designs to replace the destroyed Notre Dame Cathedral roof has attracted a number of innovative "solutions" – including a rooftop waterway over the medieval cathedral.
Rising curatorial talents win Art Fund financing to build museum collections
The UK's Art Fund has announced the latest winners of its New Collecting Awards, chosen to help rising star curators to build collections for their museums.
Helter-skelter ride installed inside Norwich Cathedral
A 55-ft (16.8m) helter-skelter ride set up in the nave of Norwich Cathedral in England, will give visitors a new perspective on the historic building, say cathedral bosses.
Matthias Li to step down as Ocean Park CEO in 2020
Following 25 years of service, Matthias Li, chief executive of Hong Kong attraction Ocean Park, has announced that he will retire at the start of July 2020, with the operator starting a global search to identify his successor.
New Euromonitor report envisions entertainment venue of the future
Entertainment venues need to undergo technological and design upgrades to prepare them for the experience-seeking consumer of 2040, according to research by Euromonitor International.
Tintagel Castle bridge restores 500-year-old connection as £5m heritage project opens to the public
A £5m (US$6m, €5.4m) programme of improvements by English Heritage at Cornish tourist attraction Tintagel Castle has reached a milestone, with the opening of a footbridge that joins the two halves of the castle for the first time in more than 500 years.
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COMPANY PROFILE
WhiteWater

WhiteWater was born in 1980 to create places where families unite and make joyful lasting memories [more...]
+ More profiles  
FEATURED SUPPLIER

EAS rebrands to IAAPA Expo Europe ahead of 2019 show in Paris
The Euro Attractions Show has been rebranded as the IAAPA Expo Europe ahead of this year's event at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles exhibition centre. [more...]
VIDEO GALLERY

Red Raion - Trailer Pinocchio - A Modern Tale VR
Red Raion is the CGI studio specialized in media based attraction. Find out more...
More videos:
Miko and the Spell of the Stone - Movie Trailer – Red Raion
Introducing AnimaChat! – Animalive
Experience the experience – Polin Waterparks & Pool Systems
+ More videos  

CATALOGUE GALLERY
 

+ More catalogues  
DIRECTORY
+ More directory  
DIARY

16-19 Sep 2019

IAAPA Expo Europe 2019

Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, Paris, France
21-24 Sep 2019

ASTC 2019 Annual Conference

Ontario Science Centre, Toronto, Canada
+ More diary  
 


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