For nearly 100 years Avery Wheelock’sfamily has been in the business of fun. “My grandfather had a popcorn, peanut and cookhouse business in 1920s. My Dad wanted something more exciting, so in 1946 started this business.” This business is Wheelock Rides in Syracuse, N.Y., where they provide carnival rides, games and food for various events. […]
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The glittering lights, the scent of popcorn and cotton candy, the screams of happy riders on roller coasters and tilt-a-whirls, these are timeless pleasures at fairs and carnivals. But what are some of the more recent trends in rides and games that patrons enjoy and fair and carnival owners recommend? At G & S shows […]
Read more...The Large Park Report Food Service Stars – Celebrity Chefs and Theme Parks Is the celebrity chef trend also gaining traction in the theme park world? Keeping Guests in the Dark – Interactive Dark Rides from TRIOTECH The Fun Is at the Fair Traveling Entertainment Trends – Fair and Carnival Rides and Games What are […]
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By Jen Heller Meservey Family entertainment centers are all about fun, even when it comes to food. After hours of bowling, skating, golf, laser tag or go-karts, customers are ready for a quick bite that keeps the fun going. At most family entertainment centers, the best-selling fun foods are the classics. “Nachos and cheese, pizza, […]
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As a leading publication in the leisure entertainment and amusement industry, Tourist Attractions & Parks (TAP) magazine seeks to enlighten, inform and entertain its hard-working readership. We hope our readers have a prosperous 2015, and that our articles and ads help their businesses to grow and expand. In order to prosper, businesses must take the […]
Read more...The Large Park Report Rides for Today, Rides for Tomorrow – What Is New and on the Horizon at the Nation’s Large Parks This story examines what was new in 2014 and what will come in 2015 at several of the nation’s large parks. Bonus Sidebar: Six Flags Over Georgia to Debut New Rides […]
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What Is New and on the Horizon at the Nation’s Large Parks By Karen Appold When it comes to amusement park rides—the taller, the faster and the crazier—the better. The year 2014 saw some new rides built with these sought-after features in mind. So what thrills can guests anticipate in the New Year? And […]
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To commemorate the IAAPA Attractions Expo, the annual event that brings the amusement industry together for learning, networking, fun and buying, Tourist Attractions & Parks offers an issue full of good ideas to improve your operation in 16 articles and numerous smaller stories and sidebars. The Large Park Report leads off the edition with a […]
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