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tel Transylvania attraction opens Dream Island Park, Moscow
New Tomb Raider experience set to open in London this Spring
Shangai Haichang Ocean Park re-opens
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ignalling the start of a measured return to business as usual, Legacy Entertainment has announced that Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park began resuming limited operations on 20March, after a short-term closure. The park
ion of the upcoming release ansylvania: Transformania, hapter of the $1.3 billion film
m Sony Pictures Animation, , an indoor theme park located as officially opened its new otel Transylvania.” tour Dracula’s lavish resort unusual guests, starting by s a bridge over a foggy moat to l’s lobby. There, they will meet will guide them through more ions. tion will be a worthy addition to work on the Hotel Transylvania
ook more than three years, to build a unique space for ning the latest technical and ons to create a comedic horror itable for the whole family,” oll, technical director of Dream
franchise in London, opening 1 April 2022. Tomb Raider: The LIVE Experience will take adventure-seekers on a journey as teams of eight people join Lara Croft on her pursuit to recover a powerful artifact that has fallen into the hands of a dangerous enemy. Your mission? To save the wtorld. Escape a sinking ship, explore the jungles of Costa Rica, discover an ancient tosetmtbing a model for the rest of the world to follow.We are confident that other theme drenaline fuelled attraction, complete with beautiful scenic worlds, live actors and haracters from the Tomb Raider franchise comes to life.
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, work through environmental puzzles and battle a secret order as this new apark and themed entertainment owners and operators will soon be looking to cHaichang and others as they cautiously take the first steps back towards normality.” VThe positive news about the re-opening of the Haichang Ocean Park follows the
destination located in the heart of Camden, within the famous Stable Market, one of London’s most-popular tourist spots. Based on the ever-popular games and movies, Tomb Raider: The Live Experience almlows for groups of families and friends to become part of the action and be immersed in the world of Tomb Raider. It’s perfect for those who are looking for actoion and excitement and will launch visitors on the ride of their lives, joining Lara Croft in a real-life adventure.
Tom Lionetti-Maguire, CEO and founder of Little Lion Entertainment Limited, said: “This experience is a game changer for live experiences! To be working with
recent announcement that Legacy had been selected by Shenzhen, China-based Overseas Chinese Town Enterprises Co.(OCT), the country’s largest Theme Park owner and operator, to design its upcoming Happy Valley theme park in Zhengzhou,China. Elsewhere across Asia, Legacy is reporting several other significant project ilestones, each signalling a vote of confidence in the future of location based Entertainment across the region. Lotte’sMagic Forest theme park, currently under- nstruction in Busa , South Korea, recently affirmed its commitment to a Summer 2021 opening, whi e on the Vietnamese island of Phu Quoc, The Sea Shell Aquarium at the upcoming VinWonders theme park remains on-track for aSummer 2020 debut.
isitors can get a slice of this action themselves in the 30,000 square foot
had ceased operations on January 24 as a preventative safety measure in response to the COVID-19 outbreak. This phased roll-out will feature a number of new safety precautions, including limited capacities in both indoor and outdoor areas and temperaturechecks, as well as a suspension of cash transactions. “These last two months have been among the most challenging our industry has ever encountered,” said Barry Kemper, Legacy’s chief operating officer. “We deeply admire the leadership shown by our Shanghai Haichang Ocean Park partners and clients in he face of this great adversity. Thei
K based immersive entertainment group, Little Lion Entertainment, has unveiled plans to open a new thrill-seeking experience, partnering with Crystal Dynamics and Square Enix to bring to life the iconic Tomb Raider
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,
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.
Paramount and Crystal Dynamics is an honour and even more special given it’s marking the 25th anniversary of the franchise. Not only will people be whisked into a fantasy narrative on this journey, but they will find surprises, adventure and wonderment around every trap—laden corner. ‘Unique’ doesn’t even begin to describe how much this is legendary explorer’s experience is going to take people’s breath away. We make our guests the stars of the action, and what a wild time they are in for here.” Dallas Dickinson, Tomb Raider executive producer at Crystal Dynamics said:
Technically Creative completes Athens FEC project
“We are extraordinarily excited to help Little Lion and Paramount realise this live action Tomb Raider experience. Lara is an icon who transcends generations, so we know that fans of all ages will run, jump, and swing at this chance to save the world alongside their hero, Lara Croft.” Teddy Saggi, founder of LabTech, which owns Camden Market, said: “I am pleased that Camden Market was selected as the location for this attraction as it is THE destination for unique experiences in North London; from independent retail which can’t be found anywhere else, to convention-breaking food and world class entmertainment. I am excited to welcome cultural icon Lara Croft and this immersive Tomb Raider experience to Camden Market and believe it will become one of LoTnhdon’s most sought-after attractions.” he opportunity
Technically Creative, a York (UK) based integrated technology contractor that specialises in creating fully immersive interactive spaces, has just completed a family entertainment project over in Athens. The Xplore FEC just outside of the capital, completed the second phase of installation at the end of February, with the Technically Creative project spanning 5 months from September of last year. The family entertainment centre is split into three sections, the
“Exploratorium”, “Adventureland” and the “Aquarium”, all of which are
ajorly influenced by the creative flair of the Technically Creative Team.
Tornado Springs opens IAAPA to host Middle East Summit
proven track record of creating immensely fun experiences including The Crystal Maze LIVE Experience, already very popular with those looking for great immersive experiences.
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.
aLinttdle Lion Entertainmentt is known for its out of the box thinking and it has a to play a Laser Harp, or a Giant Piano. They can design and service a car or race each other in the racing simulator. You can even feed virtual fish. There will also be a totally new
ank to Technically Creative, children parents alike hav
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.
IAAPA EMEA, IAAPA’s Europe, Middle East and Africa’s regional team, will host its first in-person conference in 2022 in Dubai, UAE from 21-23 February.
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
IAAPA Middle East Summit 2022 will celebrate and highlight the growing attractions industry throughout Dubai during a three-day conference that includes IAAPA EDU Sessions, EDUTours, visits to area attractions, and unique networking experience.
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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
Scheduled speakers* include: Tom Roelens, general manager and senior vice president, operations, Atlantis Dubai; Ronald Drake, general manager, Ain Dubai; Clive Stephens, senior vice president, Expo2020 Operations. Summit tours and visits* include: Expo 2020; Atlantis Aquaventure Water Park; Ain Dubai. Correct at the time of going to press. The most up to date information is at
IAAPA.org.
product debuting from Technically Creative at Athens FEC, Virtual Village. The product design and programming for this exhibit has taken the team nearly 6 months of preparation, but the effort will be more than worthwhile, and once installed visitors will use various transport types, such as boats planes, trains and automobiles, as physical hands on models to place on the sensing internal projection table. The sensing system knows where and what transport type has been placed down on the table, and through the use of
said: “From inception, through design and with great input from the client team I’m very proud for the company and my team to have played a major part in delivering this magnificent project. I’m sure you will agree that the Xplore Athens attraction stands out and proud as the only major go to Greek attraction for children of all ages in both play and learning.”
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live rendering software builds the virtual village in real time. In addition to the interactive exhibits
for children, Technically Creative has also provided the centre with all of its lighting, show control, electrical control system, audio and PA systems throughout. By choosing Technically Creative, which operates with a one stop shop business model, Athens FEC has guaranteed that the production of their new centre hasn’t been watered down by subcontractors. Instead, the FECs initial vision for the project has been enhanced, and this will be beneficial to the visitors, who get to experience over 14 new interactives thanks to Technically Creatives vision and hard work. Managing director Marc Broadbent
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