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ulliver’s Theme Park Resorts has welcomed its latest group of future theme park managers. The 10 trainee managers will embark on the company’s year-long bespoke training scheme designed to develop leaders to work at any one of Gulliver’s UK sites, at Warrington, Milton Keynes, Matlock Bath or Rother Valley.
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Now in its seventh year, the programme will give the new hires a chance to experience different areas of the business on a series of placements, while allowing Gulliver’s to home-grow its own managers according to the needs of the business.
The trainees will take on their own bespoke projects, receive mentoring from a senior member of Gulliver’s staff and have access to external development coaches and experts, before stepping into new management
Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony VP global sales & marketing at Triotech.
Pictures in order to achieve an authentic experience that will be the first attraction of this level in Russia, in one of the world’s leading theme parks.”
Entertainment strategy, Dream Island Theme Park has done a fantastic job bringing this beloved brand to life and giving audiences the unique opportunity to transport
“In line with our growing Location Based resources to its members.
Eric Beauregard, vice president global sales & marketing to MENALAC’s Board. The Middle East, North Africa Leisure & Attraction Council was established in 2016 and aims to promote the development and commercial success of the attractions, entertainment, and leisure industry. It provides educational programmes, networking opportunity and trends
roles at the end of the 12-month term. The trainee managers are aged between 21 and 27 and drawn from across the UK, from Wakefield to Southampton.
Quassy reveals largest investment ever “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled
theme park Six rides, six themed playscapes, a water play area and even more experiences have been revealed for the World’s First Peppa Pig Theme Park. These all-new attractions will create an unforgettable day of adventure at the new standalone theme park, opening in 2022, just steps away from LEGOLAND Florida Resort. ‘Fun Rides’ include Daddy Pig’s Roller Coaster, a family friendly thrill ride; Peppa Pig’s Balloon Ride; Grandad Dog’s Pirate Boat Ride; Grampy Rabbit’s Dinosaur Adventure; Mr. Bull’s High Striker and Peppa’s Pedal Bike Tour, plus George’s Tricycle Trail.
we received nearly 100 entries.” inclines along the fast-paced ride.
Quassy Amusement & Waterpark president Eric Anderson has announced that the family-owned property is to build a new water raft ride in Quassy’s Splash Away Bay waterpark for the 2022 season - the single largest investment in the park’s 113-year history.
Attractions revealed for first Peppa Pig
“This new attraction will actually be what is recognised in our industry as a water coaster,” Anderson said. “It will incorporate some of the latest technology in waterslides with features we’ve never presented at the park. And when I said water coaster, it will be just that as water jets will actually push the rafts up a number of inclines.”
figures were released – will be the largest in the park’s history for an attraction. ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
The park official emphasised that the capital investment – though no hard
“This incredible new ride will cost more than our Wooden Warrior roller coaster, which opened a decade ago,” he noted. “It will really take the waterpark experience at Quassy to the next level.”
Construction of the yet-to-be-named project will start in the fall and is expected to be completed in time for Splash Away Bay’s opening next spring.
show – opened this year’s’ show Euphoria on Monday 19th July and runs until Saturday 11th September, featuring skating from some of the best performers from across the world. TV sensation and winner of America’s Got Talent 2015, Paul Zerdin, is also returning to the park this season with his latest, fun-filled show. Running on selected dates until Saturday 28th August, the comedy
Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, SHOWʼ inspired by the highly anticipated movie is now live at
theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park The all-new live stage show; Space Jam: A New Legacy LIVE
basketball live show face-off for the first time on 9 July.
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority as they huddled up and got ready to hit the court for an out-of-this
“We anticipate having a contest in regional schools to come up with a name Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with for the ride,” Anderson asserted. “That’s how Wooden Warrior was named and themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed world experience!
Running three times a day until the end of August, the Space Jam excitement starts just beyond the Parkʼs doors, where Bugs Bunnyʼs golden effigy can be spotted wearing the official Tune Squad
Designed by ProSlide Technology Inc. of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, the
Play spaces and additional attractions include: Muddy Puddles Splash Pad, a play area spouting fountains, slides and more; Fun Fair, a fairground adventure full of free games; a fun maze called George’s Fort; Grandpa Pig’s Greenhouse, a greenhouse themed play area; Peppa Pig’s Treehouse; Rebecca Tabbit’s Playground; Madame Gazelle’s’ Nature Trail; Mr.Potato’s Showtime Arena, with live shows throughout the day; and The Cinema.
additional cabana rentals. 16 18
Space Jam themed basketball cake pops, donuts and cookies, not very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded
activity sheet featuring their favourite characters.
ride will incorporate the company’s patented RocketBLAST water jet propulsionto say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the system. The high-pressure jets will push two-person rafts up three separate
training kit. Guests visiting the Park this summer will be spoiled for choice with
In addition, the water coaster will feature four ProSlide FlyingSAUCER
elements for high-speed accelerating banked turns. The attraction will be more a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area than 600 feet in length and have a capacity of 340 persons per hour.
The installation will bring to 16 the number of waterslides in Splash Away Bay Operations director at Paultons waterpark, all provided by ProSlide. The new raft ride will be located in an area
where the park’s Lakeside Pavilion is currently situated. The steel pavilion will be removed in September to make way for the project, which will also incorporateare so pleased to finally open the park and welcome guests to
explore Tornado Springs, our largest single investment here at Paultons Park. We wanted to introduce a spectacular and immersive themed area
exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being meal at Hollywood Trattoria and take home a Tune Squad themed
forgetting the mouth watering signature milkshake topped off with a basketball donut. Little ones can also enjoy a special edition kidsʼ
Going one-on-one with the Tunes Squad, guests can also look forward to joining the Live Knock Out Games by taking part in a series of basketball themed contests with Bugs Bunny and co.
The Gatsby Summer Dinner Show is running every Thursday, Friday and Saturday in August in the Paradise Room. Guests can enjoy a stunning variety of acts with stylish costumes, spellbinding music and delicious food.
Speaking on the summer ahead and the programme of shows, managing director of Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Amanda Thompson OBE said: “After months of lockdowns and restrictions, our shows really are a fantastic opportunity to get out with the family. Our performers are so talented and there is something for everyone. We can’t wait for the season ahead and to welcome guests, old and new.”
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Guests at the park joined the Tune Squad as they battled the Goons Squad in an epic high-stakes Family and friends split into teams and cheered for their squads
Paul isn’t the only ‘Got Talent’ superstar making an appearance this summer either, as Elizabeth from the Britain’s Got Talent semi-finals will be performing with magician, Craig Christian in the Evolution of Magic. The dazzling duo usually performs all over the world, but the show will be in Blackpool until Saturday 30th October.
themselves into the thrilling world of Hotel Transylvania,” said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment.
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and
In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride, “I’m excited to see what the future
Julie Dalton, managing director of Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts, said: “I’m thrilled to welcome the next generation of theme park managers to Gulliver’s. “They were selected from a strong and diverse field of candidates and come from a range of backgrounds. What they all have in common though, is the ambition they have shown and a commitment to learning new skills. “Gulliver’s is a unique and rapidly growing organisation that attracts special people. By running our own in-house management training programme, we can shape our team and allow their roles to evolve as the business expands.
Triotech has been active in
the region for over 15 years. The company has products deployed in several countries from the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and most of the Gulf Countries as well as
“Joining MENALAC’s board is a great recognition. I am looking forward to the opportunity to interact with key players and contribute to the industry development in this dynamic region”, commented Eric Beauregard,
Triotech joins MENALAC Board el Transylvania attraction opens T
Next generation of managers joins Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts
North Africa and Lebanon, among others. For several years, Triotech’s main partner in the region has been Amusement Services International (ASI). Recently, a specific plan to service the large entertainment
projects opening in the region such as in Saudi Arabia and other countries has been put in place by Triotech and ASI. The two entities continue to work together to bring high ROI attractions that also provide a superior guest experience.
holds for our latest group of trainee managers.”
Celebrating 43 years of great value family fun, Gulliver’s provides days out and short breaks for families with
children aged 2 to 13. Its theme park resorts include rides and attractions, splash zones, high ropes experiences and a dinosaur and farm park, plus themed hotels, lodges and camping.
with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
A summer of shows at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has a whole host of shows ready for families to enjoy this summer. Hot Ice – the world’s longest-running ice
Tornado Springs opens Danish World Abu Dhabi
ʻSpace Jam: A New Legacyʼ now live at Warner Bros.
ventriloquist promises master puppeteering, hilarious audience participation and amazing wizardry.
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