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Parc Astérix: Halloween 2024 with New Attractions and Spooky Shows

Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 09:35
Excitement for Halloween is building, and Parc Astérix promises a true fright fest for the 16th edition of “Peur sur le Parc Astérix.” From October 5 to November 11, 2024, the park will transform into a dark world filled with scares and thrills, offering visitors new attractions and exciting shows.
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Universal's Purchase of PortAventura Falls Through: No Return in Sight

Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 09:23
Speculation about a possible return of Universal to PortAventura has excited many theme park fans. However, according to recent reports, a purchase of the popular Spanish theme park by Universal now appears definitively off the table. Various negotiation issues have significantly dampened Universal's interest.
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Music Festival at Heide Park: Chainsmokers Cancellation and Long Wait Times Cause Frustration

Wednesday, 04. September 2024, 09:11
Last weekend, the first-ever music festival at Heide Park Soltau took place, but despite high expectations, the event faced significant problems. Visitors took to social media to voice their dissatisfaction with various organizational issues that marred the overall experience.
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Seniors Set World Record: Highest Average Age on a Roller Coaster at Liseberg

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 16:11
A new world record was set on September 3rd at the Liseberg amusement park in Sweden: with an average age of 80.1 years, 18 seniors took on the thrilling Valkyria roller coaster. This record vividly demonstrates that a sense of adventure knows no age limits.
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Transformer Fault at PortAventura Water Park: Evacuation and Closure After Fire

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 15:35
Yesterday, a technical incident at Caribe Aquatic Park, part of PortAventura World, led to the mass evacuation of the entire water park. The park, located between Vila-seca and Salou in Tarragona Province, was severely impacted by a transformer fault, which caused a small fire. The park's management quickly decided to evacuate all visitors to ensure their safety.
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8th Euromaus Charity Golf Cup at Europa-Park: Golfing for a Good Cause

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 15:07
On Saturday, September 21, 2024, the 8th Euromaus Charity Golf Cup will take place at the Europa-Park Golf Club Breisgau in Herbolzheim-Tutschfelden. The tournament is themed “We Play for Our Region” and aims to support the two charitable organizations “Einfach Helfen e.V.” and “Santa Isabel e.V. – Hilfe für Kinder und Familien.” Both experienced golfers and newcomers are warmly invited to participate in this special event.
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Europe’s Largest Indoor Haunted House and New Freak Show: Highlights of the 2024 Halloween Horror Festival at Movie Park Germany

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 13:42
The 2024 Halloween Horror Festival at Movie Park Germany promises a terrifyingly thrilling experience. With new attractions, including Europe’s largest indoor haunted house and a spectacular freak show, the event is set to scare visitors like never before. From September 28th to November 10th, brave souls can immerse themselves in a haunting atmosphere.
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Successful Summer: Plopsaland De Panne Records 7% Growth and Expands Offerings

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 09:51
Plopsaland De Panne experienced remarkable growth of 7% this summer compared to the previous year. The transformation into a multi-day destination and new offerings, such as the Studio 100 Festival, contributed significantly to the amusement park's success.
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Over 100 International Trainees Begin at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort

Tuesday, 03. September 2024, 09:24
On September 1, 2024, 105 young adults began their apprenticeships at Europa-Park Erlebnis-Resort, including the Rulantica water world and MACK Rides. With over 250 trainees and students in total, the company is one of the most significant training providers in the region.
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Double Reinforcement for Ammolite: A New Sommelier and Manager Join Europa-Park’s Fine Dining Team

Monday, 02. September 2024, 09:56
Ammolite – The Lighthouse Restaurant, one of Germany's leading fine-dining establishments, has strengthened its team with two experienced gastronomy professionals. From now on, Sascha Schmidt will serve as sommelier, and Lisa-Marie Schmidt will take on the role of restaurant manager at the Michelin two-starred and Gault&Millau three-red-hat-awarded restaurant located in the Europa-Park Resort. The restaurant, in the lighthouse of the four-star superior hotel Bell Rock, has established...
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