A Minecraft theme park land is set to open in the UK as part of a multi-format, multi-territory partnership that Merlin Entertainments has agreed with Mojang Studios. This deal will consist of an initial investment of over £85 million in Minecraft-themed real-life experiences in the UK and the US with Chessington World of Adventures tipped…
As a bumper summer season draws to a close, Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach is gearing up for a jam-packed line up of festive activities this Christmas. Every weekend in November thrillseekers will be able to enjoy their favourite rides for the final time along with a spectacular fireworks display on November 30th to finish off proceedings….
Qiddiya City in Saudi Arabia has launched a destination marketing and management organisation which will focus on global trade partners, businesses and investors. This exciting giga-project is set to create an entire city dedicated to play, packed full of entertainment, sports and culture with 12 (yes 12) theme parks in total planned for the city….
Step into Christmas at Alton Towers Resort with the return of the jolly festive show, Hey Duggee Live: The Christmas Badge and a brand new show. 2024 will see Alton Towers inviting families down to step into a jolly adventure with the return of Hey Duggee Live: The Christmas Badge. Alongside fan-favourite CBeebies friends, little ones…
Six Flags Qiddiya City were on display at the World Travel Market exhibition this month and we headed down to the London Excel to check it out. The World Travel Market consists of countries from all over the world who showcase what makes their country special and why you should visit. This walkthrough sensory overload…
It’s fireworks season at Alton Towers Resort and there’s a brand new theme to this year’s show as the Alton Towers Phalanx Expo kicked this three-day fireworks spectacular off with a bang. Themed around an exclusive takeover of the Phalanx there was a mix of live music, pyrotechnics, dancing, lights and more that all weaved…
There doesn’t seem to be a week that goes by without some sort of closure announcement lately as today it has been reported that Merlin Magic Making at Alton Towers (the building based behind HEX) is being scrapped with around 33 job positions on the chopping block. Merlin Entertainments is reviewing the future of its…
It’s not Christmas in Stoke on Trent unless Winter Wonderland have set up shop in Hanley town centre and the news was announced today as this fun festive space is back in 2024. After a few hurdles to get the event back in Stoke last year, it’s great to hear that they’re having back-to-back years….
Plans today have been unveiled by Bear Architects which outlines a design proposal for a brand new Thorpe Park hotel facing the theme park as designs and further information has been unveiled. This new hotel titled ‘Lakeside Thorpe Park” on the design proposals will consist of 100 rooms and has a very contemporary design which…
The second season of the winter event “Movie Park’s Hollywood Christmas” once again offers an experience for the whole family in 2024 as all details for Movie Park’s Hollywood Christmas have today been unveiled. Entertainment and shows will take center stage and immerse guests in an original American Christmas atmosphere with more than ten moments…
