Links

The following are some interesting/useful amusement park and attraction links that may be of assistance to your search. Some of the links may have changed or are outdated. We apologize if you find a link that does not work. Please let us know of any outdated links and we will correct.

Newport Aquarium

The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

Amusement Link One Source

IAAPA - The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions.

National Amusement Park Historical Association (NAPHA) - Learn about this amusement park enthusiasts' organization, and read about the history of amusement parks and theme parks.

American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA)

THE INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE LEISURE AND ENTERTAINMENT INDUSTRY (IALEI)

World Waterpark Association (WWA)

Hopi Hari Theme Park - Brazil

Screamscape - News and Rumors of the Industry

Student Links

We receive many inquires daily for reference information for students, educators, enthusiasts, etc. and are unable to respond to all. Based on these inquires, ITPS has created this section to assist students (and those interested in the amusement park industry) in their research. This page is meant to be a guide to numerous helpful resources. As we come across other important information we will add it to this page. Please let us know if you have any sites that you think we should include for others.

CONSERVATION BREEDING SPECIALIST GROUP Information on zoos and aquariums and the animals that live there.

An Exhibit at Learner Online on Amusement Park Physics.
Visit Learner Online and check it out!! Probably the best site for physics that we have come across. Very informative with a lot of interaction. A great learning tool!

Monorails, Monorails, Monorails!!!
Here's an informative site all about the wonderful world of monorails. Get on track at The Monorail Society.

Want to intern at an amusement park??
Look for interning information at IAAPA's Web site. They have set up an intern program which will put you in touch with the right people.

Looking for information on a particular park or attraction??
Amusement Link One Source. Has links to almost all attractions that can be found on the Internet.

Curious as to what new rides and parks are being planned??

Then hop on over to Screamscape. They also have pages on amusement park attendance. Another good site is over at CoasterBuzz.

Need more information on roller coasters??

Check out American Coaster Enthusiasts for a lot of information on coaster and parks.

Want information on Ride Safety??

Then stroll on over to Amusement Ride Accidents for statistics, information, safety issues and accidents.

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Spurgeon Richardson - President Atlanta Convention and Visitors Bureau and former President, Six Flags Over Georgia