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Magic Kingdom news

Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
2018 was a landmark year for the themed entertainment industry, with the latest edition of
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
Disney has released new details of it's new Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway attraction. Set
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Disney is gamifying its park experience, releasing a new app which will add a new
Disney continues to reign supreme in the world of theme parks, with the operator gaining
The US businessman touted as a top investor in a multi-billion dollar multi-theme park proposal
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
Disney's parks and resorts division continues to perform strongly, demonstrated by earnings for the fiscal
Major visitor attractions across Florida have been forced to close their doors as Hurricane Irma
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Disney has announced a slew of new additions for its parks worldwide, including a Star
Following a period of growth in 2015, the world’s top theme parks have experienced a
Disney’s parks and resorts chair Bob Chapek has confirmed plans for a major overhaul of
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade has finished up its run at the operator’s Florida resort,
Disney has debuted its first fully-fledged Frozen attraction, with the Frozen Ever After boat ride
Police have recovered a body in the search for a missing two-year-old who was snatched
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Police in Orlando are searching for a two-year-old boy dragged into the water by an
Orlando’s theme parks have united in solidarity following the tragic events of the weekend, which
The world’s top theme parks recorded tremendous growth in 2015, while visitor numbers to museums
Disney CEO Robert Iger has revealed details about the company’s sixth theme park resort, with
New details have been revealed about Disney’s upcoming Frozen attraction, which is coming to Epcot
After breaking the US$100 (€90, £66) mark for entry fees earlier this year, Disney is
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Marketing company Global Experience Specialists and film producers Twentieth Century Fox are teaming up to
Global toy retailer Hamleys has taken the first step to becoming an experience brand after
Wyndham Hotel Group is building a Planet Hollywood luxury resort called ph Premiere Hotel &
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is the first theme park to break the US$100
French history recreation theme park Puy du Fou has won the biannual Applause Award at
Disney has revealed plans for a ¥500bn (US$4.5bn, €3.6bn, £2.8bn) expansion of it’s Tokyo resorts
Disney’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ride – described as the “crowning jewel” of its New
The lakeside Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World is set to open for
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Disney CEO Bob Iger has revealed the company’s highly-anticipated MyMagic+ programme helped Magic Kingdom theme
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park is breaking with tradition by serving alcohol for the first
Image: The Be Our Guest Restaurant will seat 550 guests A range of new attractions
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Asian parks did particularly well in 2011 The year 2011 was one of "economic
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
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Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
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David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
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SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
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Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
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EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
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BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
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Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
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Julie Cramer highlights recent health club flooring upgrades, as top suppliers give their advice
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Insight
Record market penetration in the UK fitness sector masks a deeper shift around consumer engagement, according to a report from Grant Thornton and UK Active, as Liz Terry reports
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Welcome to Elevate 2026
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UK market penetration has risen to 18 per cent – one of the highest globally, yet with 100 per cent of people seeing benefits when they exercise, how high could it go? Kath Hudson asks the experts…
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Editor's letter
New insight from Deloitte and Grant Thornton shows record growth, but the real shift is towards identity and perceived value, revealing opportunities to deepen engagement with members
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Deena Gillan

Chair of UK Active’s Independent Council and GM at 3-1-5
There are so many dedicated people in the independent sector – they work hard because they’re passionate about changing lives
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Research
Consolidation, specialisation and shifting consumer behaviours are reshaping the sector, say Deloitte and EuropeActive
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Insight
Vicci Wells shares insights from the recent Class of 2035 report into physical activity in Generation Alpha
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Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
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Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
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If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
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Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
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Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
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I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
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Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
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For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
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As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
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The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
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Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
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Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
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Magic Kingdom news

Disney has announced it will build its first theme park in the Middle East, with
Plans have been tabled for a US$2bn theme park and entertainment destination development in north-east
2018 was a landmark year for the themed entertainment industry, with the latest edition of
What does it take for a woman to be successful at Disney? Talent and determination
Disney has released new details of it's new Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway attraction. Set
In a year of ups, downs, loops and scoops, Attractions Management looks back at some
Active Blackpool is deploying Cornerstone Connect, a new digital interface allowing disparate information from multiple
Disney is gamifying its park experience, releasing a new app which will add a new
Disney continues to reign supreme in the world of theme parks, with the operator gaining
The US businessman touted as a top investor in a multi-billion dollar multi-theme park proposal
IAAPA has announced its winners for this year’s Brass Ring Awards, recognising a number of
Disney's parks and resorts division continues to perform strongly, demonstrated by earnings for the fiscal
Major visitor attractions across Florida have been forced to close their doors as Hurricane Irma
One of the biggest mistakes operators in the fitness industry still make is advertising almost
Disney has announced a slew of new additions for its parks worldwide, including a Star
Following a period of growth in 2015, the world’s top theme parks have experienced a
Disney’s parks and resorts chair Bob Chapek has confirmed plans for a major overhaul of
Disney’s Main Street Electrical Parade has finished up its run at the operator’s Florida resort,
Disney has debuted its first fully-fledged Frozen attraction, with the Frozen Ever After boat ride
Police have recovered a body in the search for a missing two-year-old who was snatched
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay
Police in Orlando are searching for a two-year-old boy dragged into the water by an
Orlando’s theme parks have united in solidarity following the tragic events of the weekend, which
The world’s top theme parks recorded tremendous growth in 2015, while visitor numbers to museums
Disney CEO Robert Iger has revealed details about the company’s sixth theme park resort, with
New details have been revealed about Disney’s upcoming Frozen attraction, which is coming to Epcot
After breaking the US$100 (€90, £66) mark for entry fees earlier this year, Disney is
The TEA/AECOM Theme Index and Museum Index 2014 has been released, showing post-recession growth has
Marketing company Global Experience Specialists and film producers Twentieth Century Fox are teaming up to
Global toy retailer Hamleys has taken the first step to becoming an experience brand after
Wyndham Hotel Group is building a Planet Hollywood luxury resort called ph Premiere Hotel &
Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is the first theme park to break the US$100
French history recreation theme park Puy du Fou has won the biannual Applause Award at
Disney has revealed plans for a ¥500bn (US$4.5bn, €3.6bn, £2.8bn) expansion of it’s Tokyo resorts
Disney’s Seven Dwarfs Mine Train ride – described as the “crowning jewel” of its New
The lakeside Four Seasons Resort Orlando at Walt Disney World is set to open for
Hot on the heels of a price hike at Disney, Universal Studios have done the
Disney CEO Bob Iger has revealed the company’s highly-anticipated MyMagic+ programme helped Magic Kingdom theme
A mechanical dragon that appears to fly without cables has been spotted over Orlando's Disney
Disney’s Magic Kingdom theme park is breaking with tradition by serving alcohol for the first
Image: The Be Our Guest Restaurant will seat 550 guests A range of new attractions
Image: PortAventura, one of the parks to report an increase in admissions following capital investments
Image: Asian parks did particularly well in 2011 The year 2011 was one of "economic
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HCM promotional features
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Third Space partnered with IndigoFitness to deliver a bespoke training space for its new club at The Whiteley
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Starpool supports Olympic champion Marcell Jacobs, says Riccardo Turri
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
David Lloyd is stepping up its commitment to women’s health as it continues to explore what fit-for-purpose looks like for the female population
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
SnowDome Fitness has added 50 per cent more space with cutting-edge Technogym solutions
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Find out how your gym can tap into the corporate wellness boom
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Greg Bradley looks at the shift towards strength training in gyms and advises on how operators can create the ultimate training environment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
EGYM has opened a new HQ in Paternoster Square, London and revealed a range of new launches
HCM promotional features
Promotion
BLK BOX has been reimagining elite performance spaces for more than a decade. Founder and former athlete, Greg Bradley, tells us what it takes
HCM promotional features
Promotion
Performance Health Systems, manufacturer of Power Plate, has a new CEO, with an ambitious vision for the company
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Strength training is evolving, driven by changing consumer preferences. Julie Cramer talks to innovators about how their products are meeting this demand
HCM magazine
HCM People

Stephen Price

Founder, SP&Co Group
Working in public health over the last few years has lit up parts of my brain again
HCM magazine
If the health service is to survive, we must recognise that it is a disease service – and that wellbeing rests with us, says the activity advocate and healthy ageing champion. He talks to Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Raphael Cuomo explores the powerful link between addiction, health and behaviour change
HCM magazine
Small improvements to sleep, diet and physical activity have major benefits for the heart, according to new research from the University of Sydney
HCM magazine
I experienced a blissful feeling of joy I hadn’t felt since I was a kid
HCM magazine
Collaborations with the medical profession and greater aspirations around wellbeing are creating a need for more experts in our sector. It’s time to reboot our thinking around the workforce
HCM magazine
For every member with a tripod and a big following, there are others irritated at the way equipment is being hogged or wary they’ll be in the background on someone’s Insta feed. Do influencers offer valuable, free marketing or are they just a nuisance? Kath Hudson finds out how operators are responding
HCM magazine
As the entrepreneur who started Wexer, Fresh Fitness, Fitness DK and Repeat, as well as being a former elite athlete, Rasmus Ingerslev’s life looked perfect from the outside, but onthe inside it was a different story. He talks to Kath Hudson about healing old wounds
HCM magazine
The Les Mills partnership with Hyrox is something I'm personally really excited about
HCM magazine
Designing multi-functional spaces can lead to fewer bottlenecks at peak times. Julie Cramer investigates the latest kit and inspiring installations
HCM magazine
Opinion
promotion
Strength training has moved from the margins to the mainstream.
Opinion: Building smarter strength spaces for today’s operators
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Supporting long-term health: why whole body vibration belongs in clinical settings
As healthcare continues to shift towards prevention, there’s a growing focus on helping people stay active, independent and feeling good for longer.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Elevate 2026 to mark 10-year anniversary with biggest ever waterfront drinks reception
Elevate is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in style this June, with organisers confirming the event’s largest-ever drinks reception as registrations continue to run more than 10% ahead of last year.
Company profiles
Company profile: Escape Fitness Ltd
Escape Fitness has driven fitness innovation for 20+ years. Founded by engineer Richard Januszek and ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Vor Technologies Ltd
Vor is the world’s most powerful workout generation tool, transforming how fitness businesses deliver personalised ...
Supplier Showcases
Supplier Showcase - Future-proofing
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Swimming Teachers' Association (STA) press release: The Ripple Effect delivers first success as learners qualify and secure employment
STA's The Ripple Effect initiative has reached an important milestone after learners completed the charity's first fully funded swimming teacher training programme, resulting in seven newly qualified swimming teachers.
Featured press releases
Pulse Fitness press release: Pulse Fitness’ Trakk ecosystem supports Walsall Leisure in driving community engagement and delivering measurable ROI
Pulse Fitness’ digital solution, Trakk, is helping Walsall Council transform community health engagement into measurable outcomes by combining body composition tracking with targeted physical activity interventions.
Directory
Fitness tracking platform
SpiviTech: Fitness tracking platform
Industrial washing machines
Miele Company Limited: Industrial washing machines
Spa and beauty equipment
Oakworks Inc: Spa and beauty equipment
Hot tubs
MSpa International Ltd: Hot tubs
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Aquaform s.r.l.: Water experiences and hydrotherapy solutions
Property & Tenders
Stratford, East London.
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority
Property & Tenders
Y Felinheli, LL56 4QN
Newmark
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Diary dates
22-23 Jun 2026
WX Wakefield , Wakefield, United Kingdom
Diary dates
21-24 Sep 2026
The Langham Huntington Pasadena , Pasadena, United States
Diary dates
06-08 Oct 2026
Messe Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
22-22 Oct 2026
QEII Conference Centre, London,
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Koelnmesse Exhibition Centre, Cologne, Germany
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