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April 16 2008
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Hard Rock Park opens its gates First day results in smiles and no traffic problems The rock 'n' roll revolution is under way in Myrtle Beach. The public got its first taste of the $400 million Hard Rock Park on Tuesday during the park's soft opening, which it dubs a "Sound Check." Park officials would not say exactly how many people came, citing competitive reasons.
Theme park's visitors voice their views More scenes from the Hard Rock Park's first day: When in Rome ... Theme park designers try to transport guests into another world. The key to doing that is the details. "Hey, you're on the wrong side of the street!" Leif Frymire, 16, of Old Forge, N.Y., yelled to his friends as they entered British Invasion.
Food pleases palates, spares wallets Dear Dorothy - you were right. Truly, you are not in Kansas anymore. You are not over rainbow, either, because the Hard Rock Park isn't Munchkinland. It is, however, a munching land where people were chowing down on country cuisine and fast food pleasing to their palates Tuesday, the park's first day.
Six Flags: No Dark Knight coaster in 2008 AGAWAM - Citing construction delays, Six Flags New England announced today that its new $7.5 million Dark Knight Coaster will not open in 2008. Construction was halted for a time by Agawam building officials' concerns over flood plain issues and changes in the footprint of the structure.
Kentucky Kingdom defends maintenance plan Family had given out information Six Flags Kentucky Kingdom officials defended their ride-maintenance procedures yesterday in the wake of new information released by the family of 14-year-old Kaitlyn Lasitter in their lawsuit against the park.
Six Flags aims to become content company like Disney LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Theme park operator Six Flags Inc. is aiming to become an entertainment company with its own characters to entice thrill-seekers to its parks much like The Walt Disney Co., its chief executive said Tuesday.
Theme park injuries in 1st Q of 2008: seizures, broken bones Florida’s major theme parks reported that several broken bones, a couple of seizures and a spinal injury were suffered by visitors during the first quarter of 2008. Information on those incidents was released this morning by the Florida Bureau of Fair Ride Inspections.
Visitors to Disney Theme Parks in Tokyo Reach 436 M. Tokyo, Apr 15, 2008 (Jiji Press) - The cumulative number of visitors to Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea reached 436.43 million at the end of March, Oriental Land Co. <4661> said Tuesday.
New ride ups the velocity at Como Town Move over, Screamin' Dragon. There's a new thrill in town. Como Town, that is. The kiddie amusement park near the Como Park Zoo in St. Paul is getting a new ride -- the Tornado.
Cedar Point to Host 17th Annual Red Cross Miniature Golf Event SANDUSKY, Ohio, April 15 /PRNewswire/ -- On Wednesday, May 7, Cedar Point amusement park/resort will host the 17th annual American Red Cross Miniature Golf Challenge. Proceeds from this special event will benefit the Firelands Chapter of the American Red Cross.
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Waterpark News
The name is bay, zoombezi bay Zoo hopes for a big splash Workers pull double shifts to finish water park on time Don't let the unfinished look of the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium's new water park fool you. Come rain, ice or snow, Zoombezi Bay will be ready for its debut on Memorial Day, zoo officials say.
Five ways to cool off in Central Florida: Water park guide If after a day walking around under a hot sun in the Central Florida themed attractions you want to cool off, Orlando has the solution for you: add water to your vacation. The city has a variety of water parks that literally bubble over with such attractions as a water roller coaster and a lagoon to swim with a dolphin. Here are five options you can check out.
Investors postpone plans for water park in Deerfield Beach DEERFIELD BEACH - Investors who own 97 acres that comprise the former Tam O'Shanter Country Club postponed their plans for a water park while the city pursues county and state grants to purchase the property for green space. By a 3-2 vote, commissioners Tuesday night approved the abatement and discussed how to fund the possible $10 million purchase.
Waterpark still on schedule OH Work at the Wapakoneta Waterpark construction site and tasks associated with assembling staff is progressing on schedule, a city administrator says. “The contractor is in constant communication with us and everything is on schedule,”Wapakoneta Recreation Director Jack Hayzlett said after Monday’s Wapakoneta City Recreation Board meeting. “It looks great, and if you drive by you can start to see some form to it — the walls of the baby pool are up, all the footings and foundations are done and they poured the floors of both pools.
Aquarium/Zoo News
Ex-zoo executive steps down from new job Manny Gonzalez, the former No. 2 executive at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, has resigned his leadership of the Zoological Society of Florida after less than five months. Gonzalez quit Friday after deciding the society, which markets and raises money for the Miami Metro Zoo, wasn’t ready for the sweeping changes he’d envisioned.
Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Announces Discovery of Nearly Extinct Giant Turtle in Northern Vietnam CLEVELAND, April 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Cleveland Metroparks Zoo today announced the discovery of a critically endangered turtle in northern Vietnam that previously was thought to be extinct in the wild. Experts from the Zoo's Asian Turtle Program confirmed they have identified the only known living specimen of a Swinhoe's soft-shell turtle (Rafetus swinhoei) in nature.
The Toledo Zoo Offers Full Bloomin' Calendar of Events TOLEDO — As if you needed any further incentive to visit The Toledo Zoo in the springtime, the Zoo has a full slate of activities planned that will make your visit extra special. More details about these events can be found at the Zoo’s website, www.toledozoo.org.
FEC/LBE/Museum News
CEC Entertainment, Inc. to Webcast First Quarter 2008 Earnings CEC Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:CEC) today announced that it will host a conference call with investors on Tuesday, April 22, 2008, to discuss financial results for the first quarter ended March 30, 2008. The conference call will begin at 3:30 p.m. Central Time and will be broadcast live over the Internet. A press release, including financial statements, will be released after the market closes on Tuesday, April 22, 2008.
Ferris wheel from SoCal pier on sale; sorry, no ocean view SANTA MONICA, Calif. (AP) — It won't come with the ocean views, but you can still catch some thrills from riding your very own Ferris wheel, taken straight from the Santa Monica Pier. The nine-story wheel that's been at Pacific Park since 1996 was put up for sale Tuesday on eBay.
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Through the good, the bad and the ugly, International Theme Park Services, Inc. (“ITPS”) continues to provide the industry with its skilled services internationally.
ITPS celebrates its 25th year in 2008 and has served over 450 projects in over 40 countries! Considered a leader in the industry by the many companies who have used ITPS’ services, ITPS is still growing and offering its knowledge and experience to every continent. Dennis Speigel, President of ITPS, is a past president of the IAAPA and remains active on their Board of Directors. He is called upon by people throughout the industry to advise and recommend on projects. A leader today and for the future, ITPS is there when you need assistance.
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