The Large Park Report
Fun for Infinity and Beyond – Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World
The story behind Toy Story Land at Walt Disney World.
Bonus Exhibit Design Report
Trends in Design at Zoos and Aquariums
A examination of the latest thinking in animal enclosure design.
Bonus Sidebar: How Do You House Big Cats?
Bonus Sidebar: Differing Thoughts on Animal Enclusures
Waves
Steps to Put Safety First – How Waterparks Strive to Keep Guests from Harm
This article provides a look at waterpark safety.
Bonus Sidebar: Ride Safety Training Procedures for Employees
Bonus Sidebar: How Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) Are Part of the Safety Toolbox
Trends on the Slides Inside – What is New and Noteworthy at Indoor Waterparks
A look at how three indoor waterparks in the United States and Canada have maintained, renovated or improved their facilities in recent months.
Bonus Sidebar: What Are Your Top Indoor Waterpark Safety Tips?
The Buzz Boyz
Trends Report: The Good and the Bad
This article contains a look at some of the trends, both good and bad, that Scott Borowsky and Frank Seninsky have witnessed over the summer.
Entertainment Center Report · Bowling
Staying in the Lane Toward Profits – Tips for Running an Organized Bowling Center
For this article, bowling center staff and owners nationwide offered their tips for keeping their centers well-organized and successful.
Bonus Sidebar: Computer Problems – Handling Big Freezes and Little Glitches
Entertainment Center Report · Spotlight on Laser Tag Equipment
KingPins Beaverton in Oregon: A Look at the New Location
The story of KingPins Beaverton in Portland, Ore., which opened this past June.
Entertainment Center Report · Laser Tag
Secrets to New Employee Training – How Laser Tag Venues Ready Hires
Trends in employee training from four laser tag facilities.
Bonus Sidebar: Training 101
Entertainment Center Report · Trampoline Parks
Trends in Adding New Equipment and Attractions at Trampoline Parks
A look at trends and safety at a selection of trampoline parks around the country.
Bonus Sidebar: Safety and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) in Trampoline Parks
Entertainment Center Report · Mini-Golf and Go-Karts
Tips to Draw More Adults, and to Entertain the Kids, Too
Trends in entertaining adults and children at mini-golf and go-kart centers.
Entertainment Center Report · Roller Skating
The Basics of Roller-Skating – Creating Expert Life-Long Skaters
Perspectives on sparking interest in skating and keeping customers rounding the rink.
Bonus Sidebar: How Do You Ensure a Proper Rental Skate Fit?
Management Spotlight
Hiring Younger Workers
A look at working with teens.
AAMA Report
What Are the Current Trends in Coin-Op Games?
For this article, four industry members on different sides of the country reported on coin-op games.
Bonus sidebar: What Is Your Best-Earning Redemption Game?
Retail Report
Making Merchandise Part of the Fun – Increasing Retail Sales at Attractions
Five attraction retailers discuss merchandise sales.
Bonus Sidebar: What Is Your Top Tip To Create A Welcoming Environment In Your Store?
Street Beat
Setting the Bar High for Fun – Most Popular Coin-Op Games at Boutique Arcade Bars
Arcade bars blend the best of both worlds—gaming and imbibing.
Food Service Spotlight
Trends for the Times – Food Service at Museums and Waterparks
This article contains information about some of the top food trends at a selection of museums and waterparks for 2018.
Bonus Sidebar: Weighing in on Plastic Straws
Haunted Attractions
Getting in Touch with Terror – Trends in Haunt Experiences
This article discusses how haunts create a truly scary experience and current trends in the industry.
Bonus Sidebar: A Flash of Fright – Still Interactive but Not Quite as Terrifying
