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IAAPA Expo

IAAPA Expo

The Prince Charmings of Podcasting take on the 11th largest and the largest attractions convention in the world. International Association of Amusement Park and Attractions IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attraction professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world. Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents leading industry attractions and supplier companies, consultants, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, cruise lines, manufacturers, and suppliers. Trade show doors officially opened for the IAAPA Expo on November 15th, making way for a week of educational sessions, in-person networking, and an exhibition space dedicated to the future thrills, sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the global attractions industry. On opening day, there were 33,996 registered participants, including 23,154 qualified buyers representing 10,652 buying companies. There were 1,080 exhibiting companies represented on the expansive trade show floor that covered more than 515,000 square feet of exhibit space. This year’s attendance is 26% more than 2021. Chris and Will explored every inch of the event making every day a 3 to 4-mile walk. Unlike regular conventions, IAAPA is, for some, a must-go dream event. Fandoms from across the globe have always wanted to experience this incredible event and we can see why. For those that have never heard of the event, their interest level has gone from what?! to another added must-do for their life of plans. I mean every exhibit is a different experience so you can’t just walk on by you have to immerse yourself in what they have to offer and the experience of how it comes together. This experience gives you a first-hand look at how your top vacation destinations, attractions, and entertainment come together to give you the best memories that last you and your family create for a lifetime. Check the latest episode of this incredible event.
IAAPA Part Two

IAAPA Part Two

The Prince Charmings of Podcasting take on the 11th largest and the largest attractions convention in the world. International Association of Amusement Park and Attractions IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attraction professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world. Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents leading industry attractions and supplier companies, consultants, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, cruise lines, manufacturers, and suppliers. Trade show doors officially opened for the IAAPA Expo on November 15th, making way for a week of educational sessions, in-person networking, and an exhibition space dedicated to the future thrills, sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the global attractions industry. On opening day, there were 33,996 registered participants, including 23,154 qualified buyers representing 10,652 buying companies. There were 1,080 exhibiting companies represented on the expansive trade show floor that covered more than 515,000 square feet of exhibit space. This year’s attendance is 26% more than 2021. Chris and Will explored every inch of the event making every day a 3 to 4-mile walk. Unlike regular conventions, IAAPA is, for some, a must-go dream event. Fandoms from across the globe have always wanted to experience this incredible event and we can see why. For those that have never heard of the event, their interest level has gone from what?! to another added must-do for their life of plans. I mean every exhibit is a different experience so you can’t just walk on by you have to immerse yourself in what they have to offer and the experience of how it comes together. This experience gives you a first-hand look at how your top vacation destinations, attractions, and entertainment come together to give you the best memories that last you and your family create for a lifetime. Check the latest episode of this incredible event.
IAAPA Part Three

IAAPA Part Three

The Prince Charmings of Podcasting take on the 11th largest and the largest attractions convention in the world. International Association of Amusement Park and Attractions IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attraction professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world. Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents leading industry attractions and supplier companies, consultants, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, cruise lines, manufacturers, and suppliers. Trade show doors officially opened for the IAAPA Expo on November 15th, making way for a week of educational sessions, in-person networking, and an exhibition space dedicated to the future thrills, sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the global attractions industry. On opening day, there were 33,996 registered participants, including 23,154 qualified buyers representing 10,652 buying companies. There were 1,080 exhibiting companies represented on the expansive trade show floor that covered more than 515,000 square feet of exhibit space. This year’s attendance is 26% more than 2021. Chris and Will explored every inch of the event making every day a 3 to 4-mile walk. Unlike regular conventions, IAAPA is, for some, a must-go dream event. Fandoms from across the globe have always wanted to experience this incredible event and we can see why. For those that have never heard of the event, their interest level has gone from what?! to another added must-do for their life of plans. I mean every exhibit is a different experience so you can’t just walk on by you have to immerse yourself in what they have to offer and the experience of how it comes together. This experience gives you a first-hand look at how your top vacation destinations, attractions, and entertainment come together to give you the best memories that last you and your family create for a lifetime. Check the latest episode of this incredible event.
IAAPA Part Four

IAAPA Part Four

The Prince Charmings of Podcasting take on the 11th largest and the largest attractions convention in the world. International Association of Amusement Park and Attractions IAAPA is a diverse and dynamic community of global attraction professionals. As the largest international trade association for permanently located attractions, IAAPA unifies the attractions community, connects people to learn and grow together, and strives to promote the highest professional standards for excellence and safety around the world. Founded in 1918, IAAPA represents leading industry attractions and supplier companies, consultants, and individual members from more than 100 countries. Members include professionals from amusement parks, theme parks, attractions, water parks, resorts, family entertainment centers, zoos, aquariums, science centers, museums, cruise lines, manufacturers, and suppliers. Trade show doors officially opened for the IAAPA Expo on November 15th, making way for a week of educational sessions, in-person networking, and an exhibition space dedicated to the future thrills, sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of the global attractions industry. On opening day, there were 33,996 registered participants, including 23,154 qualified buyers representing 10,652 buying companies. There were 1,080 exhibiting companies represented on the expansive trade show floor that covered more than 515,000 square feet of exhibit space. This year’s attendance is 26% more than 2021. Chris and Will explored every inch of the event making every day a 3 to 4-mile walk. Unlike regular conventions, IAAPA is, for some, a must-go dream event. Fandoms from across the globe have always wanted to experience this incredible event and we can see why. For those that have never heard of the event, their interest level has gone from what?! to another added must-do for their life of plans. I mean every exhibit is a different experience so you can’t just walk on by you have to immerse yourself in what they have to offer and the experience of how it comes together. This experience gives you a first-hand look at how your top vacation destinations, attractions, and entertainment come together to give you the best memories that last you and your family create for a lifetime. Check the latest episode of this incredible event.
SeaWorld Christmas

SeaWorld Christmas

Chris and Will are back for another destination world adventure, this time it's at SeaWorld Orlando for the Christmas Celebration 2022. ORLANDO, Fla. (October 28, 2022) – SeaWorld Orlando’s award-winning Christmas Celebration is returning this year and it’s bigger and better than ever. Guests will be able to join friends and family at SeaWorld Orlando on select dates from November 11 through January 3 for a memorable holiday experience. Visitors will see the theme park transformed into a winter wonderland sparkling with more than 3 million beautiful lights and the addition of NEW holiday experiences at Wild Arctic Plaza during the event. The main feature of the magical festival is the Sea of Trees – a guest favorite. The wintery, watery wonderland is back immersing guests in a sea of twinkling holiday trees that sparkle to music as they light up the water. Dazzling images come to life on more than 100 trees, including a giant glistening centerpiece that towers 70 feet above the water. During the celebration, guests will also be able to indulge in ALL-NEW delicious holiday treats, experience fabulous holiday shows and entertainment and watch an impressive NEW holiday firework show. Ice Skating at SeaWorld Orlando SeaWorld Orlando will be one of the few places Central Floridians can lace up and hit the ice. During the day, park guests will have the opportunity to ice skate at Bayside Stadium. Once night falls, they can sit back and relax as the pros show off what they got with “Winter Wonderland on Ice”. Christmas comes to life on a stage of ice, jewels, and lights as skaters dazzle and delight in this show-stopping, ice skating extravaganza. A sea of sparkling trees and towering fountains dancing in the background come together to create an experience the entire family will not want to miss. More ALL-NEW Magical Holiday Shows & Entertainment There are even more ways for families to get into the holiday spirit this year at SeaWorld Orlando. At the end of the night during the Christmas Celebration, guests can be dazzled by the impressive “Holiday Reflections” fireworks show that showcases an impressive fireworks display set to the sounds of the season in the sky above the Sea of Trees. Holiday cheer can also be found throughout the park with stilt walkers at the Waterfront and in Wild Arctic Plaza, jump-roping toy soldiers, and Elf Story Chair Stacking in Sharks Plaza. Guests also cannot miss the opportunity for photos with Santa, Rudolph and Bumble! Rudolph and Bumble have found a new home this year in Wild Arctic, while Santa can be found at his new workshop in the Shoppes at the Waterfront. Guests can also dine with Santa throughout the Christmas Celebration for an additional cost. The magical holiday fun continues in Sesame Street Land with the return of the popular Sesame Street Christmas Parade, where guests can see all their favorite Sesame Street characters getting into the holiday spirit. For an additional cost, families who come to the park on Saturday mornings can have breakfast with their friends from Sesame Street. Elmo's Christmas Wish is also back this year on event mornings at Seaport Theater. Visitors can join Cookie Monster, Grover, Zoe and Rosita as they work together to help Elmo find his Christmas wish! ALL-NEW Decadent Holiday Treats and Drinks Guests to SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration can savor the flavors of the holiday season with ALL-NEW food and beverage offerings this year. Traditional flavors like gingerbread, eggnog and peppermint can be found all around the park in new and unexpected ways. There will also be a very special holiday doughnut from an Orlando-based doughnut shop. Some of the NEW food offerings guests can taste at SeaWorld’s Christmas Celebration include: • Monte Cristo Waffle – ham, turkey, Swiss cheese & cranberry glaze • Santa's Sweet & Savory Treat Doughnut Chicken Sandwich – honey Sriracha & pickles • The Main Event – fried turkey breast, andouille stuffing, cranberry gastric & brown gravy • Corn Husk Enconchada Tamale – carnitas & ancho mole poblano sauce • Christmas Bread Pudding – brioche bun, white chocolate, raspberry sauce & whipped cream • Arroz con Dulce – cinnamon dust & Caribbean rum raisin • Fresh Baked Deep-dish cookies – M&M, S'mores & Chocolate chip Guests will be able to sip NEW seasonal drinks while strolling around the park. They can drink either a hot or frozen hot chocolate, or a frozen eggnog or coquito. There are also several NEW holiday cocktails to try, including: • Holiday Peppermint Eggnog – eggnog, white chocolate liquor, vanilla vodka & peppermint schnapps • Christmas Beer Sangria – apple cider, Tito’s vodka, maple syrup, Christmas ale& cinnamon • Chai Swizzle – chai tea, Bailey's Irish Cream, simple syrup & cinnamon • Winter Wonderland Hot Toddy – Jack Daniels Honey Whiskey, Jack Daniels Winter Cider & chai tea
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