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Trends in Escape Rooms and Haunted Attractions
Oct 29, 2019 | Haunted Amusements
By Sara Hodon At first glance, escape rooms and haunted attractions appear to have little in common. But look closer and one important common trait is clear—both provide guests with the opportunity to step out of their everyday...
Buzzz Boyz and Video Interviews
LatestThe Second Quarter Economic Outlook, Bowl Expo 2019 and New Games to Watch
Aug 30, 2019 | Buzzz Boyz and Video Interviews
By Scott C. Borowsky and Frank Seninsky Bowl Expo 2019 – Best Bowl Expo in a Decade The Bowling Proprietors Association of America (BPAA) drew more than 2,000 enthusiastic proprietors and their staff to Las Vegas (June 24-27)....
Large Park
LatestWhat’s In Store for Thrills and More
A 2020 Roller Coaster Preview
Oct 29, 2019 | Cover Story, Large Park, Slideshow
With another record-setting year winding down for many of the industry’s large parks and resorts,...
Waves
LatestSliding into Change
Trends in the Waterpark Industry
Oct 29, 2019 | Waves
By Karen Appold Many of today’s waterparks are in a major transition period; they’re changing from...
Street Beat
LatestTips for a Better Business
Perspectives from Coin-Op Operators
Oct 29, 2019 | Street Beat
Keeping customers satisfied and staff members well-trained are both crucial for coin-op operators. For this article, a group of owners offered their tips for doing both. At Alpha Vending in Oklahoma City, Okla., Owner Ryan...
Food Service
LatestFocusing on Food
Fun Trends at Arenas, Museums and Waterparks
Aug 30, 2019 | Food Service
By Karen Appold Because Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wis., is a family-focused resort,...
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