Editorial Schedule

January 2012 – GIBSONTON—A Legendary Institution

  • Trends from the Carnival and Traveling Show Industry
  • The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Trends for Concessions and Carts
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section: The Outlook for Games
  • Waves Waterpark Feature
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies and the ARA Show
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: ATEI, GIBSONTON, ARA, NICA

 

February/March 2012—ANNUAL BUYERS’ GUIDE DIRECTORY

  •  The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Event Foods
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section
  • Waves Waterpark Section
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Foundations
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: 2012 Amusement Expo, NBVA, Halloween and Party Show

 

April/May 2012 – FOOD SERVICE SPOTLIGHT

  • Special Food Service Coverage Including Fun Foods, Staffing and Training and Equipment
  • Focus on Admissions: Ticketing, Wristbands and Cashless Systems
  • The Large Park Report
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section: Bulk Vending Machines and Merchandise
  • Waves Waterpark Feature
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: Roller Skating Association Convention and Trade Show, International Laser Tag Association

 

June 2012 – ANNUAL ENTERTAINMENT CENTER DIRECTORY

  • The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Ovens and Fryers
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section: Redemption Games
  • Waves Waterpark Feature
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Foundations
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: Bowl Expo

 

August 2012 – THE MAGIC OF HIGH TECHNOLOGY

  • Annual Supplement – Corporate Profiles
  • The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Food Trends at Arenas, Stadiums and Amphitheaters
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section: Photo Booths
  • Waves Waterpark Feature
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions

 

September/October 2012 – Special Waterpark Issue

  • Waves Waterpark Feature plus Expansive Waterpark Industry Bonus Coverage
  • The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Fast Foods and Food Service Equipment
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Foundations
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: World Waterpark Association Show

 

November 2012 – IAAPA SHOW ISSUE

  • Large Parks
  • Amusement Park Special Feature Section plus The Large Park Report
  • Attractions Visitor Safety and Security
  • Food Service Spotlight
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section
  • Waves Waterpark Section
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies Feature
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Foundations
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION AT 2012 IAAPA Attractions Expo

 

January 2013 – GIBSONTON—A Legendary Institution

  • Trends from the Carnival and Traveling Show Industry
  • The Large Park Report
  • Food Service Spotlight: Trends for Concessions and Carts
  • Street Beat Coin-op Section: The Outlook for Games
  • Waves Waterpark Feature
  • Amusement and Inflatable Rental Companies and the ARA Show
  • FEC Report: BPAA Letter, Bowling Feature, Mini-Golf and Go-Karts, Laser Tag and
    Stories from The Industry Owls: a Group of FEC Experts
  • Zoos, Aquariums and Museums
  • Haunted Houses and Attractions
  • BONUS DISTRIBUTION: ATEI, GIBSONTON, ARA, NICA

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A Conversation with NICA’s New Executive Director, Barbara Hensinger

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Business Strategies: Attracting More Group Business to Leisure Entertainment Facilities

January 24, 2012 While individual guests clearly generate a significant chunk of leisure entertainment facilities’ business, group sales can...

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Business Strategies: Increasing Food Revenues at Leisure Entertainment Facilities

January 16, 2012 While most consumers will purchase food, beverages or a combination thereof when visiting leisure entertainment facilities,...

The Angry Birds License Is Performing Well for The Good Stuff Company

The Good Stuff Company played host to the world’s largest plush Angry Bird late last year at the 2011...

Business Strategies: Keeping Food Costs Down at Leisure Entertainment Facilities

January 10, 2012 By many industry estimates, a well-thought-out food service component can account for 25 percent or more...

January 2012

Laser Star Amusements Wins Award at the 2011 IAAPA Attractions Expo

Michael Peretz (left), and Dr. David Peretz holding the 2011 Brass Ring Award presented by the IAAPA Awards Committee...

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