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Trespassers break into Canberra’s closed Big Splash Waterpark for social media videos

Closed since late last year, Canberra’s Big Splash Waterpark has been broken into by urban explorers whose videos are gaining attention on social media channels. The popular…

Apr 6, 2025 Attractions / Marketing / Safety / Technology / Waterparks /

Abu Dhabi Pass combines transport and discounts on top attractions

Aiming to enhance visitor experiences, Abu Dhabi’s Department of Culture and Tourism (DCT) has introduced a digital travel pass offering free SIM cards, unlimited transport and…

Apr 6, 2025 Attractions / Marketing / Technology / Ticketing / Tourism /

Vortex International launches new ‘VECTORY’ splashpad collection

Vortex Aquatic Structures International, a manufacturer and world leader in aquatic attractions and solutions, has launched VECTORY™, an innovative Splashpad® collection designed…

Apr 1, 2025 Aquatics / Design / Play / Product / Waterparks /

Fire engulfs building work at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi

Works on extending Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi have been halted by a major fire. The fire, which commenced in an under-construction area of the waterpark on Friday afternoon, was brought…

Mar 29, 2025 ByNigel Benton Aquatics / Safety / Tourism / Waterparks /

MENALAC Chief Executive conclave looks at shaping the future of attractions

With the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s attractions and entertainment industry poised for strong growth - expansion driven by major investments - the Middle East and…

Mar 25, 2025 ByNigel Benton Attractions / Entertainment / Finance / Tourism / Waterparks /

Aquatic Risk Services launches safer surf parks program

With surf parks and artificial wave pools continuing to gain momentum globally, Aquatic Risk Services has launched the Safer Surf Parks Program to help meet the growing demand for highly…

Mar 20, 2025 Aquatics / Attractions / Safety / Waterparks /

Gold Coast theme parks reopen after Cyclone Alfred closure

Following disruption related to Tropical Cyclone Alfred last week the Gold Coast’s major theme parks reopened as of yesterday. Dreamworld, WhiteWater World, SkyPoint, Warner Bros.…

Mar 12, 2025 Attractions / Environment / Safety / Tourism / Waterparks /

Brunei’s Jerudong Park attraction secures BrandLaureate Award

Jerudong Park, Brunei’s leading amusement park, has been awarded The BrandLaureate Award 2024 in Singapore, recognised as ‘The Best Playground Entertainment’ in Brunei…

Mar 5, 2025 Attractions / Waterparks /