PRODUCT NEWS
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IAAPA PREVIEW: ADG to exhibit award-winning wave pool |
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08 Nov 2017 . BY Lauren Heath-Jones |
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ADG's Twin Tides was recognised by the WWA for its innovation |
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At this year’s IAAPA Attractions Expo, Aquatic Development Group (ADG) will be sharing the news of its recent Leading Edge Award.
The World Waterpark Association (WWA) recognised ADG for its innovative take on the traditional wave pool, Twin Tides.
Twin Tides is a dual entry wave pool that employs a wave system configuration that creates continuous wave action across the pool, doubling capacity.
ADG’s has already installed several Twin Tides experiences across the US. To find out more, visit ADG’s booth at the expo.
Visit ADG at booth #2646
The 2017 edition of the IAAPA Attractions Expo is promising to be better than ever, with the global organisation set to celebrate its 100th year in 2018.
The expo is the largest conference and trade show for the $39bn attractions industry. Alongside its vast show floor, IAAPA offers a programme of more than 100 educational sessions and presentations by leading operators on industry trends, new technology, marketing and communications, entertainment, government relations, safety and security, food and beverage, games and merchandise, facility operations, human resources, and more.
The conference takes place from 13 to 17 November and the trade show from 14 to 17 November at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Buyers and decision makers from the world of theme parks, waterparks, FECs, zoos and aquariums, and museums attend the show.
IAAPA 2017 expects to welcome 32,000 attendees and more than 1,100 exhibitors across the 560,000sq ft of trade show floor.
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Maurer Rides introduces Spike Waterfight |
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Rollercoaster and ride designer and manufacturer Maurer Rides has announced its latest
concept, the Spike Waterfight, which allows spectators and rollercoaster riders to soak one
another with water cannons.
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Triotech launches new dark ride Primordial |
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Media based attractions creator Triotech has announced the opening of its latest
attraction, a next generation interactive dark coaster installed at Lagoon Park in Salt
Lake City, Utah, US. |
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Small Footprint, Big Significance: Studio City Water Park |
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Long known for its fancy casinos, Macau realized within the past decade that it must
diversify its tourism scene to attract new crowds. With the ambition of becoming the
leisure hub of China’s 72-million strong Greater Bay Area, the city began adding shows,
attractions, and family-friendly hotels. But the offering that truly stands out with fun
for everyone is Studio City Water Park – Macau’s first stand-alone water park, with all
the water slides and aquatic play structures supplied by WhiteWater. |
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How surf simulators are transforming the experience economy |
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The experience economy, driven by evolving consumer trends, is poised for continued growth
in the coming years. Millennials have been at the forefront of this shift, favouring
memorable experiences over material possessions. This preference has extended to other
generations as well, indicating a broader adoption of experience-focused spending habits
in the attractions sector. |
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Director of Operations
Active Luton |
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Salary:
£61,000 - £64,000 + exceptional pension + excellent benefits
Job location: Luton , United Kingdom |
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