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Five days of education sessions, 5,000 global industry professionals and 8,000sq m of exhibit space. Three very good reasons to attend AAE in Beijing, China, 17-20 June
The China National Convention Center in Beijing, China will host this year’s AAE
The attractions industry is rapidly growing in the Asia-Pacific region, with large new resorts, theme parks, waterparks and other attractions in development. And as the industry grows, Asian Attractions Expo grows with it. This year’s event, held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, China, 17-20 June, will be the largest yet, with 3,500 buyers from 60 countries and 275 companies displaying products and services for the amusement and theme park industry.
Asian Attractions Expo 2014, produced by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, (IAAPA) will also offer attendees five days of education sessions in both English and Mandarin Chinese. The sessions include:-
What’s new in Asia: A panel of industry experts, including Tom Mehrmann, CEO of Ocean Park Hong Kong, will discuss the new parks and attractions, rides and exhibits opening in the Asia-Pacific region.
Keeping your guests happy while keeping your employees engaged: Learn training and motivation strategies from Ocean Park Hong Kong officials to keep employees engaged and happy.
Waterpark trends and innovation: Franceen Gonzales, vice president of waterpark business development for WhiteWater West (see AM Q1 14 for Gonzales’ article on waterpark trends) and Wuthichai Luangamornlert, managing director of Siam Park City in Bangkok, will provide insights into new trends and innovations within waterparks.
Entertaining your guests: Mike Davies from Universal Studios Japan and David Lightbody from Hong Kong Disneyland will give advice on entertaining stage productions, shows and atmosphere entertainment.
Maximising your retail and F&B revenues: Industry experts from Hong Kong Disneyland and Ngong Ping 360 in Singapore will advise how displays, menu selection and marketing increase revenue from retail, food and beverage.
Travelling exhibits: Heather Farnworth from the Ontario Science Centre and Ashley Larose from Science North in Canada will show how museums use travelling exhibits to drive attendance to museums.
Keynote address: Bill Ernest, president and managing director of Asia for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will be the keynote speaker at the Leadership Breakfast. He’ll discuss the industry in Asia and share his insight into Disney’s expansion in the region.
Safety: In-depth learning related to safety and attractions management for seasoned attractions industry professionals.
Visitors will also get the opportunity to have guided tours at Beijing’s premier attractions – Happy Valley theme park, The Great Wall of China and The Forbidden City.
Read more from this issue of Spa Business magazine
View contents of Spa Business 2014 issue 2
Editor's letter: The New Philanthropists
Tech is hot and as the growing number of tech millionaires
turn their thoughts to philanthropy, tech-related
attactions will prosper
Profile: Mario Mamon
The current chair of IAAPA talks about
his role with the organisation, doubling
the size of family theme park Enchanted
Kingdom in the Philippines and the
devastation of Super Typhoon Haiyan
Museums: MOHAI
MOHAI's executive director,
Leonard Garfield, talks about
the Seattle museum's new Bezos
Center for Innovation, named after
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos
Science centres: Appliance of science
Andreas Waschk and Mike Boris
explain how they made Blueprint
Entertainment into Europe's largest
private science centre operator
Museums: Olympic Movement
Director Francis Gabet describes how
The Olympic Museum's extensive
refurbishment reflects the excitement
and diveristy of the modern Games
Planetariums: Starry skies
The newly upgraded Fiske Planetarium in
Boulder, Colorado now boasts the highest
specification full dome theatre in the US.
Director Douglas Duncan tells us more
Museums: Beautiful minds
The founders of MoMath, the New York
Museum of Mathematics, tell us how
they're on a mission to get ordinary
people to fall in love with maths
World expos: Brave new world
Christian Lachel considers how world
expos can raise global awareness
about what matters for the planet
3D/4D/5D: IMERSA
A review of the fifth annual IMERSA
conference held in Denver, Colorado
Advertisement feature: EAS 2014
The exhibitors reveal what they’ll be showcasing at EAS in
September and what the hot topics of conversation will be
Waterparks: Wet'n'Wild
Wet'n'Wild Sydney has welcomed
a million visitors through its gates
since opening in December. Managing
director Chris Warhurst tells us why
Ticketing: Convenience store
Gateway's Liesel Tarquini explains
how mobile web stores can help
generate additional revenue
for attractions operators
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa &
Golf Resort, bringing together spa managers, directors and owners for two days of focused
education, meaningful connection and commercial insight. [more...]
Five days of education sessions, 5,000 global industry professionals and 8,000sq m of exhibit space. Three very good reasons to attend AAE in Beijing, China, 17-20 June
The China National Convention Center in Beijing, China will host this year’s AAE
The attractions industry is rapidly growing in the Asia-Pacific region, with large new resorts, theme parks, waterparks and other attractions in development. And as the industry grows, Asian Attractions Expo grows with it. This year’s event, held at the China National Convention Center in Beijing, China, 17-20 June, will be the largest yet, with 3,500 buyers from 60 countries and 275 companies displaying products and services for the amusement and theme park industry.
Asian Attractions Expo 2014, produced by the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, (IAAPA) will also offer attendees five days of education sessions in both English and Mandarin Chinese. The sessions include:-
What’s new in Asia: A panel of industry experts, including Tom Mehrmann, CEO of Ocean Park Hong Kong, will discuss the new parks and attractions, rides and exhibits opening in the Asia-Pacific region.
Keeping your guests happy while keeping your employees engaged: Learn training and motivation strategies from Ocean Park Hong Kong officials to keep employees engaged and happy.
Waterpark trends and innovation: Franceen Gonzales, vice president of waterpark business development for WhiteWater West (see AM Q1 14 for Gonzales’ article on waterpark trends) and Wuthichai Luangamornlert, managing director of Siam Park City in Bangkok, will provide insights into new trends and innovations within waterparks.
Entertaining your guests: Mike Davies from Universal Studios Japan and David Lightbody from Hong Kong Disneyland will give advice on entertaining stage productions, shows and atmosphere entertainment.
Maximising your retail and F&B revenues: Industry experts from Hong Kong Disneyland and Ngong Ping 360 in Singapore will advise how displays, menu selection and marketing increase revenue from retail, food and beverage.
Travelling exhibits: Heather Farnworth from the Ontario Science Centre and Ashley Larose from Science North in Canada will show how museums use travelling exhibits to drive attendance to museums.
Keynote address: Bill Ernest, president and managing director of Asia for Walt Disney Parks and Resorts will be the keynote speaker at the Leadership Breakfast. He’ll discuss the industry in Asia and share his insight into Disney’s expansion in the region.
Safety: In-depth learning related to safety and attractions management for seasoned attractions industry professionals.
Visitors will also get the opportunity to have guided tours at Beijing’s premier attractions – Happy Valley theme park, The Great Wall of China and The Forbidden City.
Read more from this issue of Spa Business magazine
View contents of Spa Business 2014 issue 2
Editor's letter: The New Philanthropists
Tech is hot and as the growing number of tech millionaires
turn their thoughts to philanthropy, tech-related
attactions will prosper
Profile: Mario Mamon
The current chair of IAAPA talks about
his role with the organisation, doubling
the size of family theme park Enchanted
Kingdom in the Philippines and the
devastation of Super Typhoon Haiyan
Museums: MOHAI
MOHAI's executive director,
Leonard Garfield, talks about
the Seattle museum's new Bezos
Center for Innovation, named after
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos
Science centres: Appliance of science
Andreas Waschk and Mike Boris
explain how they made Blueprint
Entertainment into Europe's largest
private science centre operator
Museums: Olympic Movement
Director Francis Gabet describes how
The Olympic Museum's extensive
refurbishment reflects the excitement
and diveristy of the modern Games
Planetariums: Starry skies
The newly upgraded Fiske Planetarium in
Boulder, Colorado now boasts the highest
specification full dome theatre in the US.
Director Douglas Duncan tells us more
Museums: Beautiful minds
The founders of MoMath, the New York
Museum of Mathematics, tell us how
they're on a mission to get ordinary
people to fall in love with maths
World expos: Brave new world
Christian Lachel considers how world
expos can raise global awareness
about what matters for the planet
3D/4D/5D: IMERSA
A review of the fifth annual IMERSA
conference held in Denver, Colorado
Advertisement feature: EAS 2014
The exhibitors reveal what they’ll be showcasing at EAS in
September and what the hot topics of conversation will be
Waterparks: Wet'n'Wild
Wet'n'Wild Sydney has welcomed
a million visitors through its gates
since opening in December. Managing
director Chris Warhurst tells us why
Ticketing: Convenience store
Gateway's Liesel Tarquini explains
how mobile web stores can help
generate additional revenue
for attractions operators
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
Mexican operator, Solmar Hotels and Resorts, is hosting a series of events in celebration of
Global Wellness Day, including a Temazcal ceremony at its Playa Grande Resort and Spa in Los
Cabos.
Mandarin Oriental has announced a standalone residence brand, Mansions, which will debut at
Emirates Palace, Mandarin Oriental Mansions, Abu Dhabi, in 2029.
Four Seasons Resort The Nam Hai in Hoi An, Vietnam, has put together a Global Wellness Day
(GWD) agenda with activations rooted in nature and shaped by four pillars of Joy – in
alignment with the day’s theme #JoyMagenta.
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS) will celebrate its 20th anniversary at the 2026 event in
Phuket, Thailand, later this year with the theme: The Science, Art and Soul of Wellness.
Auko, an all-inclusive development, is opening in Phong Nha in Vietnam in Q3 2026, with a
series of 30 tented eco-lodges and wellness hospitality operations by Lumina Wellbeing.
Therme Manchester’s 28-acre development, which will include interconnected glass pavilions
that measure 65,000sq m, will be the largest bathing and wellbeing attraction in the world once
complete, according to prof David Russell, CEO of Therme UK.
Naples Beach Club, a Four Seasons Resort, has opened a 2,800sq m spa called The Sanctuary,
with the design and concept inspired by the Native American people that populated Florida’s
Southwest coast – the Calusa.
The Spa Life UK Convention returns from 21–23 June 2026 at Whittlebury Park Hotel, Spa &
Golf Resort, bringing together spa managers, directors and owners for two days of focused
education, meaningful connection and commercial insight. [more...]
