Author Archives: amusementtoday

March 2023

By | February 27, 2023

The March 2023 issue includes:

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EpicSurf is now a ‘Certified Autism Resource’

By | February 7, 2023

COHOES, N.Y. — Aquatic Development Group (ADG) is proud to announce their deep-water stationary surf wave EpicSurf, has been granted the title of a ‘Certified Autism Resource’ by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), furthering EpicSurf’s ability to bring the healing power and joy of surfing to people of ALL abilities including […]

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Record attendance at the 37th edition of E&A’s International Aquatic Safety School (IASS)

By | February 7, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla. — Phoenix, Arizona was once again home to the aquatic industry’s longest-running, largest, and most comprehensive safety school. A record number of Instructors participated in the pre-IASS Instructor Trainer update and for the first time in 37 years, attendance soared to more than 275 participants. Programming for IASS includes classroom sessions, land skills, in-water […]

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Theme park Toverland welcomes record number of visitors in 2022

By | February 7, 2023

Last year, theme park Toverland welcomed a record number of 1,032,000 visitors. An increase of 20% compared to the last record, which dates back to 2019. This substantial increase was realised by focussing on extended opening times throughout the year and investing in seasonal events, including the successful Halloween Nights and a new concept called […]

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February 2023

By | January 30, 2023

The February 2023 issue includes:

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Funland of Fredericksburg adds two rides, plans include restaurant

By | December 30, 2022

AT: Tim Baldwin FREDERICKSBURG, Va. — Screams at the IAAPA Expo are transferring to Virginia. One of the rides eliciting shrieks was music to Funland of Fredericksburg’s ears. “This [Expo] was actually special for us because we actually had a ride that was ours on display,” said Clint Novak, general manager. “They closed the show on […]

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January 2023 issue

By | December 26, 2022

The January 2023 issue includes:

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Happy Holidays from Amusement Today

By | December 22, 2022

Amusement Today would like to wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! As our staff celebrates with their families, our offices will be closed on Thursday, December 22, 2022 and will not reopen until Tuesday, January 3, 2023. EXTRA! EXTRA! Your Desktop Edition will not be published on December 26 & 27, […]

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Eward R. Sijbrandij 1988-2022

By | December 22, 2022

Eward R. Sijbrandij, born January 12, 1988, passed away Sunday December 18, 2022. Beloved husband of Amanda K. Sijbrandij (nee Kuhlman). Dear father of Rixt Olivia Sijbrandij and Femke Rose Sijbrandij. Dear son of Rienk and Janny Sijbrandij. Dear brother of Remco (Laura) Sijbrandij, Atser Sijbrandij and Albertine Sijbrandij. Dear son-in-law of Mary (Todd) Link […]

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December 2022 issue

By | November 28, 2022

The December 2022 issue includes:

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