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tel Transylvania attraction opens Dream Island Park, Moscow
Chessington World of Adventures Resort launches Shipwreck Coast
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hipwreck Coast has arrived at Chessington World of Adventures Resort. The wild, wet and windy shores of this new land transport guests to a disaster-ridden harbour town that includes two brand-new rides, Trawler Trouble and Barrel Bail Out.
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Whilst exploring these stormy shores guests must come to the aid of the harbourmaster in Barrel Bail Out, as they jump into barrels trapped in a whirlpool and help empty them of water. Further up the coast, the captain of a trapped fishing boat needs help to free his vessel in Trawler Trouble. In late June a Chessington family favourite, Seastorm, reopened as part of the first wave of the Shipwreck Coast development, following a full
Shipwreck Coast takes inspiration from coastal harbour towns, featuring nautical theming such as lighthouses, boats, sails, fishing nets and anchors.
refurbishment, with guests reboarding the renowned spinning miniature galleons.
Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony 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.” “In line with our growing Location Based 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 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. In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride,
Blue Barnacle, and while black rats can be found exploring a brand-new enclosure by the entrance to Trawler Trouble.
In addition, the Mayor of Shipwreck Coast’s prized fish has gone missing and he is calling upon guests to help crack the case and catch the codnapper. Guests can join the pursuit for the truth, meeting the town’s quirky residents along the way to help identify the culprit.
Chessington World of Adventures Resort - Barrel Bail Out
Bagot goats have also arrived at Shipwreck Coast, making their home in the grassy hills around
Future theme park leaders graduate at Gulliver’s
A group of future theme park managers have graduated from a bespoke training scheme run by Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts.
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
Eight trainee managers have completed the year-long programme, designed to develop leaders to work at any one of Gulliver’s UK sites, located in Warrington, Milton Keynes, Matlock Bath and Rotherham. Now in its seventh year, the
programme offers trainees opportunities and experience across different areas of the business on a series of placements. The graduates – drawn from across the UK – have managed their own bespoke projects, received mentoring from senior Gulliver’s staff and had access to external development coaches and experts. Having successfully completed the training programme, they will now step into leadership roles across the company. One graduate is Adam Fletcher, 28, from Standish in Wigan. He has a degree in Geography and Geology from Manchester University, and has secured a role as rides manager at Gulliver’s World in Warrington.
Tornado Springs opens
Danish theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
Graduates from the Gulliver's training scheme
Adam Fletcher said: “I have had a great year on the trainee manager scheme. It’s a very fun and dynamic job where no two days are ever the same. I have enjoyed getting to experience the Gulliver’s parks; it’s a good opportunity to see other parts of the country, meet people from the other parks and see how the parks all function differently from each other.
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to say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area Operations director at Paultons
are 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
gaining experience that will prepare them for successful careers at Gulliver’s. “As our unique business expands, we’re excited about the role our latest graduates will play in the future of Gulliver’s.”
The other successful graduates were Hannah Waghorn, Cory-Jay Brzezicki, Adam Timms, Danielle Flint, Kerry Staten, Beth Saxby and Mae Spencer.
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“I have also really enjoyed doing placements in different departments. You learn a lot of skills and techniques over these placements and can try out potential career paths in areas you may have never considered. It’s a very hands-on job which I love as it helps keep things fresh and interesting. “The higher management and directors actively seek out creativity and suggestions from the trainees, making you feel you are helping to shape the future of Gulliver’s and that you are an integral part of the company. “I hope to continue developing myself within the rides department at Gulliver’s World and to one day work my way up to operations manager or higher. There is a lot of room for growth within Gulliver’s so I’m excited to see what my future holds.” Dean Kimberley, director of loyalty and marketing at Gulliver’s Theme Park Resorts, added: “Congratulations to the latest cohort of graduates from our in-house trainee manager programme. “We had a strong and diverse field of candidates who have shown a commitment to learning new skills and
Head of Guest Experience, Kevin McIlmurray, said: “Our team have taken the much-loved Pirates’ Cove and transformed it into this incredible harbour town, Shipwreck Coast. “With stormy shores and adventures for all the family around every corner, we can’t wait to see our guests experience it, and of course meet our new resident animals!”
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