ZipLine opened at Wet'n'Wild Water World

Fly through the air on the ZipLine at Wet’n’Wild*

Your heart will race as you speed acorss 200 metres of extreme ZipLine from the top of Whitewater Mountain to the Wave Pool.

There's no better way to catch a bird's eye view of the park while speeding across Wet'n'Wild's custom ZipLine.

The ZipLine offers great family fun with three lines stretching fromone side of Wet'n'Wild to the other so you can challenge the family to the ultimate ZipLine experience.

To book visit the Clocktower once inside Wet'n'Wild!

*Pay as you play attraction


Rider Requirements:

• Guests must be a minimum height of 110 cm to participate.
• Guests must be a minimum weight of 30 kgs and a maximum weight of 110 kgs to participate.
• For safety reasons, this attraction is restricted by height, weight and physical limitations eg: pregnancy, heart, neck or back disorders,high/low blood pressure, seizures/epilepsy, motion sickness. Eyewear, goggles, hard or fibreglass casts and prosthesis are not permitted.
• Large jewellery items, watches, necklaces, bracelets, loose items of clothing are also not permitted.
• Due to the nature of this attraction, expectant mothers are not permitted to ride.
• Guests must adhere to all operating procedures as directed by staff.

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Terminator X opens at Six Flags Mexico

Terminator X: A Laser Battle for Salvation is a themed indoor laser skirmish attraction created by Lynton V. Harris of Sudden Impact Entertainment.

Groups of 30 guests enter a briefing room. Each player is given instructions and battle gear in this room. They are then ushered into the themed arena where the combat takes place. For approximately five minutes two teams of 15 not only battle against each other but also against the intelligent arena and against 12 characters from the Terminator series.

The first Terminator X attraction debuted at the Royal Adelaide Show in Australia in 2009. It was then moved to Adventure World in Perth, Western Australia later that year for the summer season. In early 2010, that particular installation was shipped to the United States. By May 2010, the attraction had opened at both La Ronde in Montreal, Canada, and at Sunway Lagoon in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

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Ferrari World inaugurated

HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, last night officially inaugurated Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world’s first Ferrari theme park, on Yas Island.

Pressing a button in the shape of the iconic Ferrari World Abu Dhabi roof structure, HH Sheikh Mohammed paid tribute to the vision of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, “who is keen on turning the UAE into a global magnet of sports and recreational tourism through a diverse portfolio of projects that will have substantial impact on the national economy and social development.”

“The ambitious development projects in progress in Abu Dhabi will help position the Emirate prominently on the global map as a sought after tourist destination. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a quality addition to our tourism industry which is one of the pillars of our national economy,” Sheikh Mohammed said.

Hosted by Aldar Properties and Ferrari SpA, the event attracted 2000 VIP guests including HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Ruler’s Representative in the Western Region; Lt. General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister; Sheikh Dr HH Sultan bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council; HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Finance Department; Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; Sheikh Ahmed bin Saif Al Nahyan, Member of the Executive Council; Sheikh Sultan bin Tahnoon, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority; Mohammed Ahmed Al Bawardi, Secretary General of the Executive Council; and senior government officials.

Guests including Mr Franco Frattini, Italian Foreign Minister; Giorgio Starace, Italian Ambassador to the UAE; Mr Luca di Montezemolo, Chairman of Ferrari; and Ferrari Formula 1 team drivers Fernando Alonso and Felipe Massa were treated to a spectacular show to celebrate the achievement of Aldar and Ferrari in delivering the world’s largest indoor theme park.

The show – titled Power meets Elegance – was inspired by the history of Abu Dhabi and the story of Ferrari. Seen through the eyes of a young boy, the vision-like story weaves these two strands together to the fulfilment of the dream of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The two cultures are blended together through an incredible mix of live action, acrobatics, advanced film projection techniques and original music.

The show starts with an incredible aerial dance of the traditional UAE pearl divers surrounded by a 3D marine world projection. The atmosphere then escalates into a magnificent dance of flying dancers and Ferrari engine pistons arriving to the first climax when Puccini's "un bel di" is sung by an opera singer.

HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan launched the grand finale which explodes with an incredible series of gigantic projections, flying pearl divers, live orchestra and a unique and amazing firework display that enhances to the rhythm of the music the whole Ferrari World Abu Dhabi building.

Following the spectacular show, HH Sheikh Mohammed toured the park, intermingling with the guests and congratulating the developers for what he termed as an outstanding achievement.

A record number of more than 140 Ferraris travelled across the United Arab Emirates to join the event guided to Yas Island by Abu Dhabi Police. Ferrari Middle East & Africa in association with Al Tayer Motors, the official Ferrari importer for the UAE, and the Emirates’ Ferrari Owners' Club organized the event as a tribute to the grand opening of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has already captured the imagination of thousands of visitors from around the globe with a range of unique and thrilling attractions including Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, and Speed of Magic, the region’s first four dimensional fantasy ride.

Ahmed Al Sayegh, Chairman of Aldar Properties:

“We are indeed privileged by HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed’s presence at inauguration of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, an achievement that coincides with our celebration of the UAE National Day. It also gives us great pleasure to welcome His Excellency Franco Frattini, the Italian Foreign Minister and the distinguished guests to the grand opening. Aldar’s work with Ferrari was a

meeting of minds with a clear vision to create an experience that is unique, fun and inspirational.

This unique new attraction at the heart of Yas Island is creating excitement, not just here in Abu Dhabi, but around the world. With more than 500 million people watching the final race in this year’s Formula 1 season only three weeks ago, the eyes of the world will instantly recognize this amazing structure.

Yas Island is an integral part of the government’s ambitious strategy to develop tourism in the Emirate. We are extremely proud at Aldar to be able to contribute to this strong vision through our development work here, and across the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.”

Luca di Montezemolo, Chairman of Ferrari:

“I would like to thank all those who made this dream a reality, and in particular our partners and the leadership of Abu Dhabi. The park just 4 years ago was a project, an idea, maybe even a too ambitious idea, and it is now a fantastic reality.

We are very proud of our partners Aldar who share with Ferrari the same passion, the same vision, the same will to go beyond. This park combines innovative technology and tradition; it is dedicated not only to Ferrari fans and car enthusiastic, but to the whole family. It has the real touch of Ferrari: how things really are for us, with our exclusive GT road cars and racing cars, but also our history and our cultural background.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a symbol, built actively on the heritage that Italy represents for the world. But I also like to think that this Ferrari Theme park can be a small contribution to reinforcing the bridge between our two cultures.”

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Penguin Encounter to open Boxing Day at Sea World

Visit Sea World and enter the amazing frozen world of Penguin Encounter.

The stunning new exhibit will be home to the world's second largest penguin species, the King penguin which stands almost one metre tall. As well as the agile Gentoo penguin with its distinctive bright red bill and long tail.

The spectacular new exhibit will feature icy rock formations and a crystal clear pool. Witness the agility and grace of these incredible penguins from spacious elevated and underwater viewing areas.

The new Penguin Encounter exhibit will make Sea World the only place in Australia where you can see King, Gentoo and Fairy penguins in the one location.

Facts

• $12 million
• 220,000 L
• 90 Sqm
• Underwater and above water viewing
• 6 king penguins
• 6 gentoo penguins
• Another 12 penguins to arrive by March 2011

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Jet Stunt Extreme for Sea World

Take your next visit to Sea World to the EXTREME!

Letting loose this summer is Sea World's awesome new Jet Stunt Extreme featuring some of the world's best jet ski stunt performers.

The visually spectacular show will run for a limited season only, 16 December to 23 January 2011, and is sure to wow the holiday crowds.

Jet Stunt Extreme will blow your mind with totally cool aerial flips and jumps during a high energy live performance twice each day at Sea World's Lake.

The show will include some dynamic Jet Stunt sequences as well as land based action and will star some of the industry's top competitors.

Direct from the UK, 19 year old Lee Stone is widely recognised as one of the single greatest freestyle riders the world has ever seen. With three European Titles, three British titles and four World Titles under his belt, it's no wonder Jet Skier Magazine call him 'The most exciting young talent in the world of freestyle.'

Joining Lee on the Sea World Lake will be Jon Cooke, Former X Games Gold Medal Winner and first Australian Flat Water Freestyle Champion. Jon is known in the region as Australia's premier freestyler.

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Join the Summer Funomenon at Dreamworld this summer

Dreamworld, Australia's favourite family theme park turns the big three-o in 2011. To celebrate the history and what is yet to come, the theme park is cranking up the excitement these holidays with the Dreamworld Summer FUNomenon. With ten new shows for this holiday period (27 December to 21 January), the two parks will be bursting with fun and the best way to enjoy the season is with a $69 Summer Passport giving you unlimited access to both Dreamworld and WhiteWater World until 30 June, 2011.

Enjoy all your favourite thrills, test out the reloaded and reversed Tower of Terror II, spot our tiger cub Pi, and take in the brand new line-up of summer fun entertainment.

Dorothy the Dinosaur Show
Enjoy some time with your mini wigglers as they dance with Dorothy and shake their hips with Wags the Dog. Fairy Clare goes on a journey to deliver a letter to Dorothy inviting her for rosy tea.

The Wiggles Hits Show
Dreamworld welcomes a never-before-seen Wiggles show featuring characters based on the famous four. Join in all the Wiggly moves as they sing, dance and play guitar to their favourite hits from the past 20 years.

The Goldie Show
The Goldie Show will entertain all the family with gags, jokes and clowning around. This summer, Goldie will show off his magic tricks and juggling skills in a series of fun, interactive games with prizes to be won.

The Kenny Koala Show
Throughout Dreamworld’s 30 years Kenny Koala has made millions of children smile. Reminisce as Kenny joins his friends, Belinda Brown and Cooee the Gumnut Fairy as they perform songs and dances from throughout Dreamworld’s 30 years.

Mass Sliming
Have the slime of your life at WhiteWater World this summer for the nation’s only Mass Sliming. Get messy and mucky as kids literally turn ‘green’ when Nickelodeon’s Pipeline Plunge dumps 1000 litres of green goop.

Spongebob 3D
SpongeBob SquarePants will draw you into his underwater home at Bikini Bottom in the new SpongeBob 3D movie. Stop into the Krusty Krab for a Krabby Patty, visit the Jelly Fish fields and fall into Rock Bottom as SpongeBob tries to find out why Patrick Starfish stole his pickle. - Replaced at the last minute by The Curse of Skull Rock in Digital 3D.

The Curse of Skull Rock in Digital 3D
In the cutthroat world of Pirates one rule holds fast ‐ "No Girls!" Too bad for would‐be cabin girl JILL HOPKINS, who longs to become a real Pirate like her long lost father. But when she discovers a map to his lost treasure she is taken aboard by the meanest, fattest, stinkiest Pirate on the seven seas: CAPTAIN SCABB; and together they set sail on a swashbuckling adventure to find the legendary Skull Rock. But can Jill trust the treacherous Scabb to help her find fame, fortune ‐ and her father?

The Illusion Show featuring Matt Hollywood
Each evening, one of Australia’s most renowned Comedy Magicians, Matt Hollywood will wow Dreamworld guests with a line-up of unforgettable illusions.

Australian Sheep Shearing Show
The brand new Dreamworld Woolshed is now home to a variety of farm yard animals, and the brand new Australian Sheep Shearing show.

30 year Jukebox Show
Take a roller-coaster ride through the pop-culture that has made waves since Dreamworld first opened at the 30 Year Jukebox Show. Live musicians will interact with the audience to generate a medley of songs that wrap up the last three decades of movie and music hits.

Dreamworld Dreamtime
Long long ago when the Dreamtime first began, the Koombamerri people roamed the area of the Gold Coast and gathered around the Coomera River, creating stories, songs and dances that echoed every occasion: stories about hunting, songs about animals, and dances that celebrate the spirituality of the land and its legends. Today the descendants of the Koombamerri people will bring their magic to Dreamworld

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Dreamworld Celebrates 30 years with a Massive Summer FUNomenon

Dreamworld turns the big three-o in 2011 and to celebrate the history and what is yet to come, the theme park is cranking up the excitement these holidays with the Dreamworld Summer FUNomenon.

The two parks will be bursting with fun and the best way to enjoy the season is with a $69 Summer Passport which gives the holder unlimited access to both Dreamworld and WhiteWater World until 30 June, 2011. Enjoy all your favourite thrills, test out the reloaded and reversed Tower of Terror II, spot our tiger cub Pi, or take in the brand new line-up of summer fun entertainment.

Ten new shows will be launched this holiday period and are set to make crowds of all ages laugh, gasp and cheer, from the tiniest tot to the biggest kid in the family.

Starting with the littlies, a touch of Wiggles World will appear in Main Street twice a day with the Wiggles Hits show which will feature brand new Wiggles characters based on the famous four and all their favourite songs for mini wigglers to move their feet. Plus, back by popular demand is the Dorothy the Dinosaur Show featuring Wags the Dog, Captain Feathersword, Fairy Clare and of course, Dorothy.

For those who enjoy plenty of gags, jokes and clowning around, the Goldie the Clown Show, featuring Dreamworld’s resident clown, will appear in Main Street each day and is bound to result in side-splitting laughter.

The perfect place to enjoy a cool drink and a spot out of the summer sun is in the recently renovated Dreamworld Cinemas where 3D short films will play throughout the day. Featured titles and session times are available in park.

Millions of Aussie kids have visited Dreamworld through its 30 years and someone who has made each one of them smile is Kenny the Koala, Dreamworld’s original mascot. Bringing back the memories, Kenny will be sporting his vintage outfit from the 80s and will welcome back Cooee the Gumnut Fairy for a special highlights show from Kenny’s 30 years.

Extended opening hours allow guests to catch more of the FUNomenon and as day turns to evening the real magic begins with an Illusion show featuring renowned comedy magician Matt Hollywood.

Last but not least is the 30 Year Jukebox Show which caps off the perfect day at Dreamworld. Live musicians will interact with the audience to generate a medley of songs that wrap up the past three decades of music hits. Reminisce about your first date back in ’92 or name the year you were born and the talented ensemble will perform the hits that were hip in that year.

Guests will also be able to take in the park’s Big 6 thrill rides, and WhiteWater World’s waterslide spills plus the Dreamworld Dreamtime show and the Australian Sheep Shearing Show in the all new Dreamworld Woolshed. Plus, duck into WhiteWater World for mass Slimings at the Nickelodeon Pipeline Plunge each day at 4pm and 5pm.

Dreamworld’s Summer FUNomenon kicks off from 27 December through to 21 January.

Fair Dinkum Fun at Dreamworld's Australian Sheep Shearing Show

If you’re looking for a laugh and some good old fashioned, fair dinkum fun then head to The Australian Sheep Shearing Show at Dreamworld.

It’s a light hearted look at life on an Australian farm where guests can learn to pat a llama, crack a whip, shear a sheep and experience an Aussie favourite, delicious scones and billy tea.

Showcasing the very best of Australia in one great location, The Australian Sheep Shearing Show is held in the newly built Dreamworld Woolshed which comfortable fits 400 guests with perfect views of the larrikin lads and all their farmyard friends.

The stars of the show are real life shearers who give guests a tongue-in-cheek taste of our unique Australian bush culture and a lesson on life in the outback. Not to forget the sheep, cattle dogs, python, and swooping owl.

For a whip-cracking good time, the Australian Sheep Shearing Show is a must-see, with three shows daily at 10.00am, 11.00am, and 2.00pm.

The Australian Sheep Shearing Show is part of Dreamworld’s Australian Wildlife Experience, home to over 450 native animals and birds. Cuddle a koala, relax with the kangaroos and get up close to gigantic crocs, emus, dingoes, wombats, Tasmanian devils, cassowaries and other Aussie icons.

Dreamworld is located on Queensland’s Gold Coast, 30 minutes north of Surfers Paradise and 45 minutes from Brisbane. The park is open from 10am to 5pm every day except Christmas Day and Anzac Day morning (25/4).

Movie World gets ready to celebrate a White Christmas

Celebrate a 'White Christmas' at Warner Bros. Movie World this December when your favourite theme park transforms into a winter wonderland over eight magical nights. Experience a spectacular display of one million fairy lights, rides, Polar Express 4-D experience, Santa and a dazzling Christmas Parade under a glistening white snowy sky. Plus all VIP Pass holders will be entitled to one free entry into White Christmas.

There are a limited number of admission tickets available for each night of the Warner Bros. Movie World White Christmas event.

White Christmas will operate from 6pm until 10pm on 9-12 December and 16-19 December.

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Off to a Flying Start - World’s first Ferrari Theme Park welcomes thousands of guests

The world’s first Ferrari theme park, and largest attraction of its kind, got off to a roaring start today with thousands of families and fans flocking to experience the passion, exhilaration and technical innovation so worthy of the Ferrari name. After three years of construction and preparation, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi had its soft opening welcoming the general public at midday.

The much anticipated theme park, and the first attraction of its kind in the Middle East, has already captured the imagination of thousands around the globe with a range of unique and thrilling attractions including Formula Rossa, the world’s fastest roller coaster, and Speed of Magic, the region’s first four dimensional fantasy ride. Today, families in the UAE and theme park enthusiasts from around the world ventured to Abu Dhabi to be among the first to experience this attraction.

“Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a completely unique concept, we just had to be here,” said Ahmed Sallam, one of the first visitors to the park. “There is so much to see and do. We love the variety for the whole family. It is a great experience for all of us.”

Today’s soft opening marks the start of an inaugural period which will continue throughout the Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and culminate with the Grand Opening ceremony on 30th November 2010.

Andy Keeling, Park Manager, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi said: “We are so excited to finally share the thrill and excitement of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi with our guests. From more than twenty years in the theme park industry, I personally feel that there is nothing more rewarding than watching people’s reactions as they experience the rides for the first time and today was a truly momentous day for all of our guests.”

“Ferrari World Abu Dhabi offers a truly amazing experience for every member of the family and I look forward to welcoming our visitors in the weeks and months to come,” he added.

Tickets can be purchased from the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi ticket offices with prices ranging from AED 225 for guests above 1.5m, and AED 165 for guests below 1.5m, and free of charge admission for kids under 3 years of age. Guests can upgrade their experience with a Premium Ticket, which will give them priority on all attractions and access to an exclusive lounge with refreshments, as well as other benefits. All tickets provide unlimited use of rides and attractions inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.

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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Announces Opening Plans

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has revealed its launch plans of the world’s largest indoor theme park with an opening celebration a day earlier than anticipated.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will open to the public for the first time, starting at seven o’clock in the evening on Wednesday 27th October 2010. Guests will be able to experience a wide variety of rides and attractions and join in the special festivities with shows, dedicated entertainment and free souvenirs.

“We are excited to open our doors to the public earlier than previously anticipated, on Wednesday 27th October 2010 and we look forward to welcoming many guests to mark this historic day,” said Claus Frimand, General Manager, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. “This will be the beginning of an exciting Inaugural Period, with the start of operations at the world’s first Ferrari theme park.”

“The Inaugural Period will continue throughout November, leading up to a Grand Opening in December with the official launch of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi,” he added.

During Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s Inaugural Period, families and racing fans will be able to experience the legendary Ferrari passion, history and culture through various rides and attractions, in addition to unique shopping and dining experiences. From the world’s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa; the region’s first dueling roller coaster, Fiorano GT Challenge and the 4-D experience inside Speed of Magic; Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will offer a truly amazing experience for every member of the family.

Ticket prices range from AED 225 for guests above 1.5m, and AED 165 for visitors below 1.5m. Guests can upgrade their experience with a Premium Ticket, which will give them priority on all attractions and access to an exclusive lounge with refreshments, as well as other benefits. Premium Tickets cost AED 375 for guests above 1.5m and AED 270 for visitors below 1.5m. All tickets provide unlimited use of rides and attractions inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The park will be operating on a six-day a week schedule from Tuesday to Sunday, welcoming visitors from 12 noon each day.

"Our operations team of nearly 850 dedicated staff is currently conducting comprehensive ride testing,” added Frimand. “They have all successfully completed extensive training programs on safety procedures and are passionately working round the clock as we count down the days to the Public Opening date.”

“We are on schedule to open the park with a wide selection of rides and attractions. We have managed to turn one of the world’s most exclusive brands into an extraordinary experience which families and fans will come back for time and time again,” concluded Frimand.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will feature many Ferrari-inspired rides and attractions that range from speed thrill rides to the world’s most advanced simulators and family-friendly attractions.
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FlowRider now open at Wet'n'Wild Water World

Endless Waves at Wet’n’Wild*

Wet’n’Wild has opened an amazing new FlowRider located next to the Wave Pool.

Guests can ride the endless waves, rushing down the man-made torrent of water on a specially designed board.

Wet’n’Wild offers a mix of Body Board sessions for less experienced riders and stand-up Flow Board sessions for those who know how to ‘Flow’.

See how long you can survive the deluge!

*Pay as you play attraction


Rider Requirements:

• Guests must be a minimum of 110 cm to participate in a Body Board session and a minimum of 140 cm to participate in a stand-up Flow Board session.
• For safety reasons, this attraction is restricted by height, weight and physical limitations eg: pregnancy, neck or back disorders. Eyewear, goggles, hard or fibreglass casts and prosthesis are not permitted. Large jewellery items, watches, necklaces, bracelets, body piercings hairclips clips or pins or religious and cultural ornamentation are also not permitted.
• Due to the nature of this attraction, expectant mothers are not permitted to ride.
• Guests must adhere to all operating procedures as directed by staff.

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Happy Feet 3-D now open at Sea World

Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in the Happy Feet 3-D Experience at Sea World. Join Mumble on a journey of courage and bravery as he discovers that his toe-tapping talent isn’t a burden, but a gift to be treasured - and his dancing feet may ultimately save his endangered colony! Featured in digital 3-D, this is an immersive experience for the whole family to enjoy.
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Castaway Bay now open at Sea World

Visit Sea World this September and experience a world of family fun in the all new Castaway Bay interactive adventure zone.

The exciting new $6 Million family attraction will cater for kids of all ages and feature an amazing themed ride and fun filled child friendly play areas. The kids will love the splashtacular Battle Boats ride with over 80 awesome water cannons. The little ones can climb, crawl and clamber their way through The Sky Fortress featuring five fun filled levels of rope bridges, tunnels and much more. And for the dare devils, the Sky Climb* will test bravery and balance on a thrilling course 12 metres above the ground. Sea World’s Castaway Bay will be an adventure for the whole family.

*Pay as you play attraction

Rider Requirements:

• Battle Boats - Guests less than 120cm must be accompanied by an adult who is 14 years or older.
• Sky Fortress - Guests must not exceed the maximum weight restriction of 130kgs.
• Sky Climb - Minimum height requirement is 120cm. Guests between 120cm and 140cm must be accompanied by an adult who is 14 years or older. Guests must not exceed the maximum weight restriction of 130kgs.
• Safety restrictions prohibit guests with certain medical conditions from entering. Please check signage at the entrance to the queue area.

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Journey to the Center of the Earth 4-D Adventure now open at Movie World

Journey to the Center of the Earth 4-D is an exciting adventure based on the classic Film, and stars Brendan Fraser as Dr. Trevor Anderson, a science professor whose untraditional hypothesis have made him the laughing stock of the academic community. Following an intriguing lead on an expedition to Iceland, Trevor and his accompanying nephew, stumble upon a mystery that leads them on an explosive discovery and a thrill ride adventure that brings them face to face with never before seen worlds and creatures beneath the Earths surface. Plummeting deep within, they find a world where pre-historic dinosaurs and man eating plants exist: and danger lurks in deep mysterious caves, but somehow they must find their way home.
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AquaLoop now open at Wet'n'Wild Water World

Four New Full-Loop Slides

Not one, Not two… but FOUR new transparent slides will open at Wet’n’Wild this September.

The new ride ‘AquaLoop’ begins when the trap door is released and the rider plummets, accelerating into a massive vertical free fall drop and then up into a transparent looping slide! The slide is gut wrenching, heart-pounding and gravity-defying and takes riders to speeds of up to 60 kilometres per hour!


Rider Requirements:

• Guests must be 120 cm tall to ride AquaLoop.
• Guests must be a minimum of 40 kgs and a maximum of 130 kgs to ride AquaLoop.
• Guests with recent surgury, illness, limb injuries, prosthetics, heart disorders, seizures or epilepsy, neck or back conditions are not permitted to ride.
• Due to the nature of this attraction, expectant mothers are not permitted to ride.
• No t-shirts, rash vests, loose clothing, eyewear, footwear, hats, large jewellery, watches, loose items or sharp objects.

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Toy Story Playland Unveiled at Disneyland Paris

Today (August 17th) is a big day at Disneyland Paris, where we welcomed our latest addition to Walt Disney Studios Park – Toy Story Playland.

Thanks to the creative minds of Pixar Studios and our Disney Imagineers, Guests of all ages can now feel what it’s like to be shrunk to the size of a toy and to become literally part of the Toy Story universe in Andy’s backyard.

Once again these new attractions prove our capacity to reinvent ourselves and to create new experiences for all our guests. They should be thrilled by the great attention to detail that makes Toy Story Playland a truly larger than life experience.

Guests venturing through the over-sized landscaping of Andy’s yard discover three play areas, each featuring an exclusive attraction. With Toy Soldiers Parachute Drop, Guests are invited to join Andy’s Little Green Army Men in a simulated fall from the sky. Guests of all ages can climb aboard Slinky Dog on Slinky Dog Zigzag Spin as our four legged friend chases his tail. And in Andy’s most dare-deviling set up, RC Racer will give a feel for what it’s like to zoom along a Hot Wheels half-pipe track.

Introduced as part of our year-long Disney new generation festival, Toy Story Playland expands the park’s Toon Studio, where guests can already enjoy attractions inspired by Disney-Pixar blockbusters Finding Nemo and Cars.

All the Disneyland Paris Cast and myself are particularly proud of this development and hope that it will bring much magic to our guests for years to come.

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Disney's California Adventure announces ElecTRONica

As they say in the digital world of TRON, “Greetings, Programs!” Today, we’re sharing concept art that gives you a first look at the new party we’re calling ElecTRONica. I’m told it’s the greatest nighttime dance party to ever rock Disney California Adventure park.

Beginning October 8, the interactive, digital world of “TRON: Legacy” will light up Hollywood Pictures Backlot as we gear up for the film’s release on December 17. This will be a cool opportunity to peek inside the world of this movie, and it’s available only to visitors of Disney California Adventure park.

It’s an “electrifying” experience for the entire family, filled with music, lights and some of your favorite food and beverage, all set amidst the captivating world of “TRON: Legacy!” From a dazzling dance club under the stars to an authentic recreation of Flynn’s Arcade to some radical gaming, it’s like nowhere else on the grid! Each night, we’ll feature live entertainers, complete with lasers, glow accessories and the hottest music ever to rock the grid. ElecTRONica is “the” place to dance the night away in a fantastic world that only Disney can create. Highlights for the entire family will definitely be Flynn’s Video Arcade, face painting and the TRON: Evolution video game area.

ElecTRONica will transform Disney California Adventure park Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays this Fall. TRON fans and families can also enjoy the party seven days a week during Thanksgiving week and Christmas week.

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Wet’n’Wild Announces Three New Attractions for September

In September 2010 Wet’n’Wild Water World will open three exciting new attractions.

AquaLoop!
Not one, Not two… but FOUR new transparent slides will open in time for the school holidays. Fall through the trap door and plummet into a massive vertical free fall and then up into a transparent looping slide! Gut wrenching, heart-pounding and gravity-defying, don’t miss AquaLoop.

Carve up the endless waves!*
Ride the endless waves at Wet’n’Wild as you rush down the man-made torrent of water on a specially designed surfboard. See how long you can survive the deluge!

Fly through the air!*
Speed across 200 metres of extreme Zip Line high above Wet’n’Wild from the top of White Water Mountain to Wave Pool.

* These attractions are pay as you play.

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Dreamworld's Tower Relaunch to Ignite All New Sense of Terror

After almost 14 years of thrills and more than eight million panicked passengers, one of Australia’s most iconic scream machines, Dreamworld’s Tower of Terror, will shut its doors on August 18, 2010 re-launching four weeks later with a terrifying twist. If you thought the traditional Tower of Terror filled you with fear then get ready for the flip side of the ride and the mother of all modifications. In time for the September school holidays, 2010, the all new Tower of Terror II - face gravity, face first, will reopen: reloaded and …. reversed.

Unlike the original, adrenalin junkies will be harnessed into the deepest depths of the Tower’s lair, facing nothing but a dark void. An eerie silence lasts for just milliseconds before the car blasts backwards rocketing guests out of a 206m tunnel at rapid speed. Hitting up to 161 km/h in seven seconds flat, riders soar 100m into the atmosphere dangling for several seconds of stomach-churning weightlessness at its peak before plummeting back to earth…only this time it’s face first. Hold on tight and brace for collision because the ultra narrow tunnel appears impossibly small for re-entry.

Dreamworld CEO Noel Dempsey says, “The Tower of Terror has been a rite of passage for almost every Australian teenager and the re-launched ride will build on that terror factor. It incorporates three major fears: high speeds, falling from great heights and dark confined spaces. Instead of facing the sky, all you see is the ground, first disappearing fast and then rapidly approaching as you plummet towards the tunnel,” Mr Dempsey continued.

The last chance for guests to ride the original Tower of Terror will be Wednesday 18 August and the re-launched ride opens this September school holidays.

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