Attractions: Gone, Not Forgotten
We find out what people thought of
Dismaland, Banksy’s twisted theme park
and contemporary art attraction – and
talk to one of the Dismal Stewards
Promotional feature: IdeAttack
Mysteries of China’s rich culture are at the heart of IDEATTACK’s new mixed-used tourism destination
Zoos & Aquariums: Turn over a New Reef
The Florida Aquarium is teaming
up with the National Aquarium of
Cuba in a bid to save and restore
the region’s precious coral reefs
Holovis Holovis is presenting the world’s first real-time interactive game solution in a 3D dome, combining immersive visuals and a highly compelling storyline with perfectly synched motion and interaction for a next-generation dark ride-style experience. Taking place in a full 10-metre dome, 12 people will be able to experience the attraction simultaneously through the Holovis MotionSeat platform. The dome itself is a portable solution from Holovis, designed for rapid deployment for events and product launches.
• Booth #4086
attractions-kit.net keyword: Holovis
Holovis’ showcase features the latest game from the Dome Rider series, Crimson Wing
FlowRider WaveOz was born from a simple stream of water hitting a mound, and was extrapolated into a powerhouse of flowboarding functionality. WaveOz is set to be the competition wave of the future, as the enormous ride surface allows for a multitude of tricks to be performed on the liquid canvas. With the ability to create a wave “in the round” a 360º canvas to paint flowboarding exploits on could become a possibility.
• Booth #2243
attractions-kit.net keyword: FlowRider
FlowRider’s WaveOz
Forrec Forrec is presenting two projects from 2015. The first is the theme park for the new Wanda Xishuangbanna Resort, in Yunnan province, China. The theme park includes a jungle-themed attraction park, waterpark and adventure park. Forrec is also working with BBC Worldwide to help develop a range of high-level attraction concepts that extend popular brands such as Top Gear and CBeebies into prototypes for the Asia market.
• Booth #2049
attractions-kit.net keyword: Forrec
Forrec is developing a Top Gear concept
Triotech Triotech is unveiling its revolutionary new hand gesture technology at IAAPA. Maestro allow guests to interact with the story without holding any device in their hands. The technology can be integrated in digital interactive dark rides and other attractions. This family-friendly technology features inherently optimized ergonomics since each guest uses his/her own hands and is very intuitive and adaptive to the guest’s playing style.
• Booth #1053
attractions-kit.net keyword: Triotech
Maestro to debut on Legoland Ninjago ride
DNP DNP is introducing its flagship DS620A dye-sublimation professional photo printer. As the latest addition to DNP’s award-winning line of DS Series printers, the DS620A is the world’s most compact professional-grade photo printer and can produce up to 400 prints per hour. The printer works with ride photo systems and is a profitable solution for venues that want to provide instant custom photo souvenirs.
• Booth #4659
attractions-kit.net keyword: DNP
DNP’s DS620A printer
Interlink Interlink will be announcing details of two new products: a dark ride attraction and a themed water coaster. The former will be a themed, water-based ride featuring 10, eight-seater boats travelling in a 180m circuit. The latter will have a 300m-long, Mad Mouse style track running through trees and culminating in a simulated water flume splash. It will utilise eight, four-seater boats with a hovercraft theme.
• Booth #3051
attractions-kit.net keyword: Interlink
A superflume by Interlink
Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc Gateway Ticketing Systems is highlighting its Galaxy Product Suite’s ability to accept contactless payments such as Apple Pay and Google Wallet. One of Gateway’s clients, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, is using the technology to improve the customer experience by reducing queue times. Accepting contactless payments can also increase revenue as guests don’t suffer the “pain of paying” when using a phone versus cash.
• Booth #4831
attractions-kit.net keyword: Gateway
Kew Gardens employs Gateway Galaxy
Picsolve With guest demand and revenue from digital photography at an all-time high, Picsolve is highlighting large-scale digital technology solutions such as its new “All You Can Eat” consumer offering, including insight into guest app usage in 2015. CEO Jeff Kelisky is discussing redefining the “connected guest” experience, with a look at new partners including Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood and the Hunger Games exhibition.
• Booth #3012
attractions-kit.net keyword: Picsolve
Picsolve solutions support the London Eye
Van Egdom Coral Reef Waterworld in the UK is about to undergo a year-long transformation. Van Egdom is installing five exciting new flumes (in total more than 500 metres long), including two iconic thrill rides: the Crazy Cones and the Super Crater. This complex project requires a new tower to be built into the existing facility. The project will also see a new roof over the main pool and fcaility improvements.The waterpark will reopen in 2017.
attractions-kit.net keyword: Van Egdom
A new look for Coral Reef Waterworld
Sally Sally is showcasing its custom dark ride attractions and animatronics and displaying its new line of interactive mixed-media dark rides. These new rides feature interactivity, multi-DOF ride vehicles, media-based scenes, highly immersive theming with realistic sets, scenery and animation and 4D special effects. Sally can work with a client’s unique brand, a particular IP or create a custom attraction.
• Booth #2253
attractions-kit.net keyword: Sally
Sally’s popular Justice League dark ride
Huss Huss is demonstrating a high-performance VR system which is set to add optional ride experiences to its attractions. It’s also presenting Enterprise, a classic ride that’s been brought back into the portfolio after getting a makeover. Enterprise will be available as Enterprise 2G, Enterprise 2GH (2nd Generation Hybrid – with suspended seats and gondolas) and Enterprise 2GH-Plus (2nd Generation Hybrid with a tilt action).
• Booth #2604
attractions-kit.net keyword: Huss
Huss’s VR test at Djurs Sommerland
IdeAttack Designer of mixed-use tourism and leisure projects IdeAttack is presenting Yulin Tourism Development, a major project in Yulin City, Guangxi province, China. Envisioned as a regional mixed-use tourism destination, it features an expo pavilion, various entertainment facilities, a commercial complex, prime shopping areas, diverse F&B offerings, numerous leisure facilities on land and lake, a unique themed waterpark, botanical garden and wetlands, and a secluded luxury club for VIP guests.
• Booth #2861
attractions-kit.net keyword: IdeAttack
IdeAttack’s Yulin waterpark is inspired by gemstone mining in Guangxi province
Niceberg Niceberg Studios presents its new 3D/4D attraction film, Little Dolphin, a marine adventure targeted at theme parks, aquariums, zoos and other venues. Niceberg is also launching the reloaded version of Great Wall of China 360° – the Flying Experience! This prime licensed film addresses the growing market of specific high-end media based attractions such as multi-degree tilted dome simulators, flying theatres, VR coasters and more. The flexibility in formats is achieved with the proprietary multi-format output generator specially developed by Niceberg’s R&D department.
• Booth #2071
attractions-kit.net keyword: Niceberg
Niceberg presents Little Dolphin
S&S Worldwide New for 2015, S&S introduces the LSM Triple Launch Coaster. The design of the three launches provides an amazing high-powered ride within a very small footprint. S&S has packed the ride design with a number of exciting elements, including a 125-foot crest, the rush of a 100-degree downdrop at a pulse-racing 59mph, a 180-degree twisting climb, an off-camber dive drop, a corked roll, a top hat twist, and a raven dive.
• Booth #2217
attractions-kit.net keyword: S&S
Gale Force, by S&S Worldwide
nWave As an accident-prone Robinson Crusoe tries to adapt to his new life as a castaway, the island’s animals are equally astonished to find this strange creature washed up on their shores. Crusoe meets an optimistic parrot named Tuesday; Carmelo, the coolly sophisticated chameleon; and Scrubby the lazy goat. When unwelcome visitors appear, the unlikely new friends scramble to defend their island paradise.
• Booth #4873
attractions-kit.net keyword: nWave
nWave’s new film is an island adventure
COST of Winsconsin COST of Wisconsin is an industry leader in theme and specialty construction services, specialising in exhibit fabrication, theme facades, faux finishes, water features, aquariums, simulated trees and sculptural elements. COST fabricators, artisans, construction personnel and project managers work closely with architects and owners to ensure the finest in theme construction is delivered to every project.
• Booth #4125
attractions-kit.net keyword: COST
COST: in the industry since 1957
Neptune Benson Neptune Benson is presenting its new hi-tech controller for its water filtration system. The Defender Regenerative Media Filter (RMF) can be operated via the RMF System Controller, a graphic interface which allows owners to programme and manage everything from bump and precoat cycles and recirculation pumps to data logging and maintenance reminders. The controller can be used remotely via a smart device or laptop.
• Booth #4069
attractions-kit.net keyword: Neptune
The new RMF System Controller
ProSlide ProSlide is presenting its newest slide, Singha at Siam Park in Tenerife, Spain. The ride incorporates ProSlide’s FlyingSAUCER features into its RocketBLAST water coaster, with patented water jet and boat design. Singha uses ProSlide’s water coaster and turbine technology to propel rafts up the hills higher and faster. Four huge saucer-shaped bowls punctuate the ride, which are steeply angled for a drop-and-dive sensation.
• Booth #5139
attractions-kit.net keyword: Proslide
Guests ride Singha at Siam Park. The slide is a first-ever combination for ProSlide
WhiteWater West WhiteWater is introducing a new era of interactive waterplay inspired by the way kids play. APX creates an engaging experience full of interactive elements that entice, challenge and reward guests. On an exciting adventure through five zones, waterpark guests will slide, spray and splash their way through APX. APX has been crafted from the perspective of a child in order to encourage interaction and maximize the fun.
• Booth #2239
attractions-kit.net keyword: Whitewater
APX at Aquatopia, Camelback Lodge
WhiteWater Attractions WhiteWater Attractions is presenting a customisable adventure park installation that combines different elements of the adventure genre – zip lines, rope courses, vertical climbs, slides – into a single family-oriented attraction called No Boundaries. Its high-thrill and high-challenge activities suit guests of all ages and skill levels. No Boundaries aims to provide adventures and thrills in a safe environment.
• Booth #2234
attractions-kit.net keyword: Whitewater
Adventure thrills with No Boundaries
Simworx Simworx is presenting its latest media-based, dynamic simulation attraction, developed in partnership with Mondial. The 360° Flying Theatre, a full turnkey solution, draws on the expertise of both companies to deliver a cutting-edge experience. Passengers take their seats, legs dangling freely, to experience a realistic sense of flying as they are immersed in a movie shown on a huge domed screen.
Attractions: Gone, Not Forgotten
We find out what people thought of
Dismaland, Banksy’s twisted theme park
and contemporary art attraction – and
talk to one of the Dismal Stewards
Promotional feature: IdeAttack
Mysteries of China’s rich culture are at the heart of IDEATTACK’s new mixed-used tourism destination
Zoos & Aquariums: Turn over a New Reef
The Florida Aquarium is teaming
up with the National Aquarium of
Cuba in a bid to save and restore
the region’s precious coral reefs
Holovis Holovis is presenting the world’s first real-time interactive game solution in a 3D dome, combining immersive visuals and a highly compelling storyline with perfectly synched motion and interaction for a next-generation dark ride-style experience. Taking place in a full 10-metre dome, 12 people will be able to experience the attraction simultaneously through the Holovis MotionSeat platform. The dome itself is a portable solution from Holovis, designed for rapid deployment for events and product launches.
• Booth #4086
attractions-kit.net keyword: Holovis
Holovis’ showcase features the latest game from the Dome Rider series, Crimson Wing
FlowRider WaveOz was born from a simple stream of water hitting a mound, and was extrapolated into a powerhouse of flowboarding functionality. WaveOz is set to be the competition wave of the future, as the enormous ride surface allows for a multitude of tricks to be performed on the liquid canvas. With the ability to create a wave “in the round” a 360º canvas to paint flowboarding exploits on could become a possibility.
• Booth #2243
attractions-kit.net keyword: FlowRider
FlowRider’s WaveOz
Forrec Forrec is presenting two projects from 2015. The first is the theme park for the new Wanda Xishuangbanna Resort, in Yunnan province, China. The theme park includes a jungle-themed attraction park, waterpark and adventure park. Forrec is also working with BBC Worldwide to help develop a range of high-level attraction concepts that extend popular brands such as Top Gear and CBeebies into prototypes for the Asia market.
• Booth #2049
attractions-kit.net keyword: Forrec
Forrec is developing a Top Gear concept
Triotech Triotech is unveiling its revolutionary new hand gesture technology at IAAPA. Maestro allow guests to interact with the story without holding any device in their hands. The technology can be integrated in digital interactive dark rides and other attractions. This family-friendly technology features inherently optimized ergonomics since each guest uses his/her own hands and is very intuitive and adaptive to the guest’s playing style.
• Booth #1053
attractions-kit.net keyword: Triotech
Maestro to debut on Legoland Ninjago ride
DNP DNP is introducing its flagship DS620A dye-sublimation professional photo printer. As the latest addition to DNP’s award-winning line of DS Series printers, the DS620A is the world’s most compact professional-grade photo printer and can produce up to 400 prints per hour. The printer works with ride photo systems and is a profitable solution for venues that want to provide instant custom photo souvenirs.
• Booth #4659
attractions-kit.net keyword: DNP
DNP’s DS620A printer
Interlink Interlink will be announcing details of two new products: a dark ride attraction and a themed water coaster. The former will be a themed, water-based ride featuring 10, eight-seater boats travelling in a 180m circuit. The latter will have a 300m-long, Mad Mouse style track running through trees and culminating in a simulated water flume splash. It will utilise eight, four-seater boats with a hovercraft theme.
• Booth #3051
attractions-kit.net keyword: Interlink
A superflume by Interlink
Gateway Ticketing Systems, Inc Gateway Ticketing Systems is highlighting its Galaxy Product Suite’s ability to accept contactless payments such as Apple Pay and Google Wallet. One of Gateway’s clients, the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, is using the technology to improve the customer experience by reducing queue times. Accepting contactless payments can also increase revenue as guests don’t suffer the “pain of paying” when using a phone versus cash.
• Booth #4831
attractions-kit.net keyword: Gateway
Kew Gardens employs Gateway Galaxy
Picsolve With guest demand and revenue from digital photography at an all-time high, Picsolve is highlighting large-scale digital technology solutions such as its new “All You Can Eat” consumer offering, including insight into guest app usage in 2015. CEO Jeff Kelisky is discussing redefining the “connected guest” experience, with a look at new partners including Warner Bros Studio Tour Hollywood and the Hunger Games exhibition.
• Booth #3012
attractions-kit.net keyword: Picsolve
Picsolve solutions support the London Eye
Van Egdom Coral Reef Waterworld in the UK is about to undergo a year-long transformation. Van Egdom is installing five exciting new flumes (in total more than 500 metres long), including two iconic thrill rides: the Crazy Cones and the Super Crater. This complex project requires a new tower to be built into the existing facility. The project will also see a new roof over the main pool and fcaility improvements.The waterpark will reopen in 2017.
attractions-kit.net keyword: Van Egdom
A new look for Coral Reef Waterworld
Sally Sally is showcasing its custom dark ride attractions and animatronics and displaying its new line of interactive mixed-media dark rides. These new rides feature interactivity, multi-DOF ride vehicles, media-based scenes, highly immersive theming with realistic sets, scenery and animation and 4D special effects. Sally can work with a client’s unique brand, a particular IP or create a custom attraction.
• Booth #2253
attractions-kit.net keyword: Sally
Sally’s popular Justice League dark ride
Huss Huss is demonstrating a high-performance VR system which is set to add optional ride experiences to its attractions. It’s also presenting Enterprise, a classic ride that’s been brought back into the portfolio after getting a makeover. Enterprise will be available as Enterprise 2G, Enterprise 2GH (2nd Generation Hybrid – with suspended seats and gondolas) and Enterprise 2GH-Plus (2nd Generation Hybrid with a tilt action).
• Booth #2604
attractions-kit.net keyword: Huss
Huss’s VR test at Djurs Sommerland
IdeAttack Designer of mixed-use tourism and leisure projects IdeAttack is presenting Yulin Tourism Development, a major project in Yulin City, Guangxi province, China. Envisioned as a regional mixed-use tourism destination, it features an expo pavilion, various entertainment facilities, a commercial complex, prime shopping areas, diverse F&B offerings, numerous leisure facilities on land and lake, a unique themed waterpark, botanical garden and wetlands, and a secluded luxury club for VIP guests.
• Booth #2861
attractions-kit.net keyword: IdeAttack
IdeAttack’s Yulin waterpark is inspired by gemstone mining in Guangxi province
Niceberg Niceberg Studios presents its new 3D/4D attraction film, Little Dolphin, a marine adventure targeted at theme parks, aquariums, zoos and other venues. Niceberg is also launching the reloaded version of Great Wall of China 360° – the Flying Experience! This prime licensed film addresses the growing market of specific high-end media based attractions such as multi-degree tilted dome simulators, flying theatres, VR coasters and more. The flexibility in formats is achieved with the proprietary multi-format output generator specially developed by Niceberg’s R&D department.
• Booth #2071
attractions-kit.net keyword: Niceberg
Niceberg presents Little Dolphin
S&S Worldwide New for 2015, S&S introduces the LSM Triple Launch Coaster. The design of the three launches provides an amazing high-powered ride within a very small footprint. S&S has packed the ride design with a number of exciting elements, including a 125-foot crest, the rush of a 100-degree downdrop at a pulse-racing 59mph, a 180-degree twisting climb, an off-camber dive drop, a corked roll, a top hat twist, and a raven dive.
• Booth #2217
attractions-kit.net keyword: S&S
Gale Force, by S&S Worldwide
nWave As an accident-prone Robinson Crusoe tries to adapt to his new life as a castaway, the island’s animals are equally astonished to find this strange creature washed up on their shores. Crusoe meets an optimistic parrot named Tuesday; Carmelo, the coolly sophisticated chameleon; and Scrubby the lazy goat. When unwelcome visitors appear, the unlikely new friends scramble to defend their island paradise.
• Booth #4873
attractions-kit.net keyword: nWave
nWave’s new film is an island adventure
COST of Winsconsin COST of Wisconsin is an industry leader in theme and specialty construction services, specialising in exhibit fabrication, theme facades, faux finishes, water features, aquariums, simulated trees and sculptural elements. COST fabricators, artisans, construction personnel and project managers work closely with architects and owners to ensure the finest in theme construction is delivered to every project.
• Booth #4125
attractions-kit.net keyword: COST
COST: in the industry since 1957
Neptune Benson Neptune Benson is presenting its new hi-tech controller for its water filtration system. The Defender Regenerative Media Filter (RMF) can be operated via the RMF System Controller, a graphic interface which allows owners to programme and manage everything from bump and precoat cycles and recirculation pumps to data logging and maintenance reminders. The controller can be used remotely via a smart device or laptop.
• Booth #4069
attractions-kit.net keyword: Neptune
The new RMF System Controller
ProSlide ProSlide is presenting its newest slide, Singha at Siam Park in Tenerife, Spain. The ride incorporates ProSlide’s FlyingSAUCER features into its RocketBLAST water coaster, with patented water jet and boat design. Singha uses ProSlide’s water coaster and turbine technology to propel rafts up the hills higher and faster. Four huge saucer-shaped bowls punctuate the ride, which are steeply angled for a drop-and-dive sensation.
• Booth #5139
attractions-kit.net keyword: Proslide
Guests ride Singha at Siam Park. The slide is a first-ever combination for ProSlide
WhiteWater West WhiteWater is introducing a new era of interactive waterplay inspired by the way kids play. APX creates an engaging experience full of interactive elements that entice, challenge and reward guests. On an exciting adventure through five zones, waterpark guests will slide, spray and splash their way through APX. APX has been crafted from the perspective of a child in order to encourage interaction and maximize the fun.
• Booth #2239
attractions-kit.net keyword: Whitewater
APX at Aquatopia, Camelback Lodge
WhiteWater Attractions WhiteWater Attractions is presenting a customisable adventure park installation that combines different elements of the adventure genre – zip lines, rope courses, vertical climbs, slides – into a single family-oriented attraction called No Boundaries. Its high-thrill and high-challenge activities suit guests of all ages and skill levels. No Boundaries aims to provide adventures and thrills in a safe environment.
• Booth #2234
attractions-kit.net keyword: Whitewater
Adventure thrills with No Boundaries
Simworx Simworx is presenting its latest media-based, dynamic simulation attraction, developed in partnership with Mondial. The 360° Flying Theatre, a full turnkey solution, draws on the expertise of both companies to deliver a cutting-edge experience. Passengers take their seats, legs dangling freely, to experience a realistic sense of flying as they are immersed in a movie shown on a huge domed screen.
Global Wellness Day (GWD) will mark its 15th anniversary on Saturday 13 June 2026, with the
theme: #JoyMagenta – a celebration of the healing qualities of simple gestures and activities
that spark joy.
Global luxury hospitality brand, Six Senses, has partnered with longevity healthcare provider,
HUM2N, to launch a clinic at Six Senses London, at The Whiteley.
As part of its first hotel partnership, Mayrlife – the medical health resort company known for its
site in Altaussee, Austria – has launched a day clinic at the Rosewood Vienna.
Premium London health club, KX Chelsea, will imminently unveil its most significant
redevelopment since its launch in 2002 to create an integrated wellness model combining
training, recovery and relaxation.
Rosewood Le Guanahani St Barth, on the northeast coast of Saint Barthélemy in the French
West Indies, is offering a programme of ocean-inspired yoga classes between 8-14 June to
celebrate Global Wellness Day (GWD).
Hotel de France, located on the British Isle of Jersey, has created a wellness retreat package
that includes a hot yoga session that will take place in Jersey Zoo’s butterfly sanctuary.
The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi, in Malaysia, has revealed a schedule for Global Wellness Day
(GWD) that includes guided rainforest walks, mindful movement and guided coastal meditation
experiences.
Longevitix, a clinical platform for preventive and longevity medicine, has launched its AI-
powered intelligence system to help physicians deliver continuous, personalised longevity-
focused care at scale.
Atmantan Wellness Centre, an integrative wellness destination in Mulshi, near Pune in India, is
expanding its portfolio by adding a new centre in Hyderabad that will launch between 2028 and
2029.
A recent survey by the UK Spa Association (UKSA) into the industry’s approach to cancer care
has revealed that almost half of participating respondents (46 per cent) are unaware that
cancer is a disability and guests with a cancer diagnosis must be given
