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visitor attractions news

Formerly known as Gantner Ticketing, Vintia is a state-of-the-art ticketing and booking solution for the
Raby Castle, known as one of the finest medieval fortifications in England, is nearing the
London boutique operator, Frame, has teamed up with the Tate Modern to offer two yin
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Falcon’s Beyond Global has begun trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange, after raising more than
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The popular Coronation Street Tour in Manchester, UK, has been expanded into a brand new
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Delegates from across Europe and the US gathered from 3-5 May 2023 for the Themed
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
Visitor numbers at the UK’s leading attractions have bounced strongly, getting to 78 per cent
A new family entertainment centre will open in Tampa, Florida, US, this month (March 2023).
Attendees to IAAPA’s first-ever North America Trade Summit will hear about how the visitor attractions
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
Universal Parks & Resorts has revealed plans to launch two entirely new visitor attractions concepts
Merlin Entertainments has confirmed it is taking steps to secure a permanent future for the
New laws designed to step up protection against terrorism at the UK's leisure facilities are
The highly anticipated chimney lift experience at the Battersea Power Station has opened to the
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Merlin Entertainments has secured a contract to operate Blackpool Sandcastle, the UK's largest indoor waterpark.
The Experience Department (Ted) has expanded its European-based leadership team, appointing Jake McCoy to the
Bernard Donoghue, director of the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), has been awarded an
Brewing giant Diageo has revealed plans to create a Guinness-themed cultural hub and microbrewery in
As we emerge from the clutches of Covid and our freedom of movement is fully
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
A leading ticketing company that can boast Wembley Stadium as its first-ever client, is celebrating
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has named Melissa Ruminot as its president-elect. Ruminot, a current
Simworx has appointed Paul Kent as its global business development manager. Kent joins the media-based
The Jorvik Group has launched a major global art project which will connect 14 cities
IAAPA is offering visitor attractions, museums and theme park industry professionals the opportunity to take
12,300
HCM promotional features
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InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
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Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Research
Where we would have expected to see a decline in the neuromelanin signals, we saw an increase in nine out of ten people
HCM magazine
Specifier
You might be tempted to skip a service, but experts say it will cost you in the long run. Providers tell Steph Eaves why they their work is important to the management of assets
HCM magazine
Life lessons
Remember when there was mass hostility about London hosting the 2012 Olympics? Huw Edwards, CEO of UK Active, was there. He talks to Kath Hudson about the lessons he learned
HCM magazine
HCM People

Esther Fairfax

Founder, The Lotte Berk Foundation
My mother was the first person to take dance and create an exercise programme out of it
HCM magazine
Editor's letter
New laws are about to come into force that will oblige health club operators to offer consumers better membership terms. It will be disruptive, but tackled well, will change the sector for the better
HCM magazine
Interview
Franchise business Orangetheory Fitness is merging with Self Esteem Brands and is on a long-term path to 10,000 units globally, its CEO and co-founder tells Kate Cracknell
HCM magazine
Wellness
Absenteeism and presenteeism is taking a huge economic toll, with musculoskeletal problems and poor mental health the biggest issues. Can workplace wellness make a difference? Kath Hudson investigates
HCM magazine
HCM People

Jennifer Maanavi

Founder, Physique 57
Our ‘why?’ is to improve the lives of our clients, not to make them feel defeated
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Pulse Fitness
With an award-winning portfolio of over 450 pieces of cutting-edge, premium fitness equipment, Pulse Fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates

visitor attractions news

Formerly known as Gantner Ticketing, Vintia is a state-of-the-art ticketing and booking solution for the
Raby Castle, known as one of the finest medieval fortifications in England, is nearing the
London boutique operator, Frame, has teamed up with the Tate Modern to offer two yin
The rapid advance of technology in all areas of life is putting societies in flux,
Falcon’s Beyond Global has begun trading on the Nasdaq stock exchange, after raising more than
JRA has appointed Matt Dawson, a former VP at experience design company Forrec, as its
Elevate
Elevate
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry
Three Universal Beijing Resort veterans – Tom Mehrmann, Sylvia Hase and Mike Hightower – will join
Plans to create a visitor attraction at Trossachs Pier in the Scottish highlands have been
Sir Nick Varney has been revealed as the headline speaker at this year's VAC. Taking
John Broome CBE, the man who developed Alton Towers theme park from humble beginnings to
VisitEngland has published its Annual Survey of Visits to Visitor Attractions for 2022, showing that
The popular Coronation Street Tour in Manchester, UK, has been expanded into a brand new
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
Questex/McLean Events (Spatec/SIBEC)
As one of the most energy-intensive industries in the UK, leisure facilities face a critical
Delegates from across Europe and the US gathered from 3-5 May 2023 for the Themed
The winners of this year's Museums + Heritage Awards have been revealed, with the National
Visitor numbers at the UK’s leading attractions have bounced strongly, getting to 78 per cent
A new family entertainment centre will open in Tampa, Florida, US, this month (March 2023).
Attendees to IAAPA’s first-ever North America Trade Summit will hear about how the visitor attractions
Continuum Attractions has acquired The Loch Ness Centre and Exhibition near Inverness, Scotland, UK. The
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set
David Willrich has been appointed chair of Experience UK, replacing the outgoing Terry Monkton, who
Universal Parks & Resorts has revealed plans to launch two entirely new visitor attractions concepts
Merlin Entertainments has confirmed it is taking steps to secure a permanent future for the
New laws designed to step up protection against terrorism at the UK's leisure facilities are
The highly anticipated chimney lift experience at the Battersea Power Station has opened to the
The Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World, Orlando, is among the winners
Disney is developing an augmented reality (AR) ride which could offer riders 3D experiences without
The iconic Battersea Power Station on the south bank of the River Thames, London, UK,
The National Visitor Attractions Conference (VAC 2022), has been held for the 19th time. Taking
Live-streaming platform Heygo has ventured into the cultural visitor attractions sector by partnering with a
Merlin Entertainments has secured a contract to operate Blackpool Sandcastle, the UK's largest indoor waterpark.
The Experience Department (Ted) has expanded its European-based leadership team, appointing Jake McCoy to the
Bernard Donoghue, director of the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA), has been awarded an
Brewing giant Diageo has revealed plans to create a Guinness-themed cultural hub and microbrewery in
As we emerge from the clutches of Covid and our freedom of movement is fully
North America and Japan-based visitor attractions and businesses picked up 14 of the 19 Thea
VRstudios and Creative Works have launched a new VR-based multiplayer attraction. Described as the world’s
A leading ticketing company that can boast Wembley Stadium as its first-ever client, is celebrating
The Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) has named Melissa Ruminot as its president-elect. Ruminot, a current
Simworx has appointed Paul Kent as its global business development manager. Kent joins the media-based
The Jorvik Group has launched a major global art project which will connect 14 cities
IAAPA is offering visitor attractions, museums and theme park industry professionals the opportunity to take
1 - 40 of 12,300
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
InBody logged an amazing 100,000 scans in January 2024 alone
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Epassi, a provider of workplace wellness benefits, is creating a fitter and more productive workforce, one membership at a time 
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Operators, prepare to revolutionise the way members connect with personal trainers in your club, with the ground-breaking Brawn platform.
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
University of Sheffield Sport has opened the doors of its flagship Goodwin Sports Centre following a major refurbishment
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
GymNation is pioneering the future of fitness with software specialist Perfect Gym providing a scalable tech platform to power and sustain its growth
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The New Keiser M3i Studio Bike brings ride data to life to engage and delight members
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
The partnership between PureGym and Belfast-based supplier BLK BOX is transforming the gym floor
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
D2F had updated its brand styling to keep pace with business growth. MD, John Lofting and operations director, Matt Aynsley, explain the rationale
HCM promotional features
Sponsored
Nuffield Health has worked with ServiceSport UK for more than ten years, ensuring the equipment in its clubs is commercially optimised
HCM promotional features
HCM magazine
Members are telling us they need support with their mental and spiritual health and the industry is starting to see this need. Now’s the time to fast-track our response
HCM magazine
Egym has announced deals designed to position it for growth acceleration, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
Imposter syndrome about a promotion taught the CEO of SATS that behaving authentically is the most important part of leadership. He talks to Kath Hudson
HCM magazine
Basic-Fit – which has been scaling rapidly across Europe –  is considering franchising to ramp up growth further afield
HCM magazine
HCM People

Dr Jonathan Leary

Founder, Remedy Place
It was as though the whole world woke up at the same time
HCM magazine
We’ve had an outstanding year, with record revenues of €77m and €31m in EBITDA in 2023.
HCM magazine
HCM People

Cristiano Ronaldo

Footballer and entrepreneur
Taking care of your physical and mental health is essential for a fulfilling life
HCM magazine
Will Orr has been talking to HCM about the company’s new strategy for 2024, as Kath Hudson reports
HCM magazine
New research has found BMI to be a highly inaccurate measure of childhood obesity, leading current thinking and policy based on it into question
HCM magazine
Liz Terry looks at which operators are most recognised by consumers, using Kantar’s latest brand insight
HCM magazine
Fuel the debate about issues and opportunities across the industry. We’d love to hear from you – [email protected]
HCM magazine
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Panatta to showcase innovation at major fitness and bodybuilding events in 2024
Panatta will consolidate its global presence throughout 2024 by attending a host of major industry events around the globe.
Featured supplier news
Featured supplier news: Sibec EMEA to blend fitness with luxury at Fairmont Monte Carlo
Experience the pinnacle of fitness and luxury at the premier industry event, Sibec EMEA, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo this Autumn.
Company profiles
Company profile: Pulse Fitness
With an award-winning portfolio of over 450 pieces of cutting-edge, premium fitness equipment, Pulse Fitness ...
Company profiles
Company profile: Legend by Xplor
We help a wide range of public sector leisure operators (including Leisure Trusts, Leisure Management ...
Supplier Showcase
Supplier showcase - Jon Williams
Catalogue Gallery
Click on a catalogue to view it online
Featured press releases
Power Plate UK press release: Power plate + red light therapy: life-changing ‘biostacking’
“We combine Power Plate and red light therapy in all our small group classes,” says Natt Summers, founder and owner of Accomplish Fitness in Hungerford, Berkshire.
Featured press releases
Zoom Media press release: Zoom Media expands partnership with Fitness4less
Zoom Media, the UK's leading provider of health and fitness digital media, has announced a new contract with Fitness4Less to deliver Out of Home advertising across its estate.
Directory
Snowroom
TechnoAlpin SpA: Snowroom
Cryotherapy
Art of Cryo: Cryotherapy
Salt therapy products
Himalayan Source: Salt therapy products
Flooring
Total Vibration Solutions / TVS Sports Surfaces: Flooring
Spa software
SpaBooker: Spa software
Lockers
Crown Sports Lockers: Lockers
Property & Tenders
Loughton, IG10
Knight Frank
Property & Tenders
Grantham, Leicestershire
Belvoir Castle
Property & Tenders
Diary dates
22-24 Apr 2024
Galgorm Resort, York,
Diary dates
10-12 May 2024
China Import & Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, China
Diary dates
23-24 May 2024
Large Hall of the Chamber of Commerce (Erbprinzenpalais), Wiesbaden, Germany
Diary dates
30 May - 02 Jun 2024
Rimini Exhibition Center, Rimini, Italy
Diary dates
08-08 Jun 2024
Worldwide, Various,
Diary dates
11-13 Jun 2024
Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore, Singapore
Diary dates
12-13 Jun 2024
ExCeL London, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
03-05 Sep 2024
IMPACT Exhibition Center, Bangkok, Thailand
Diary dates
19-19 Sep 2024
The Salil Hotel Riverside - Bangkok, Bangkok 10120, Thailand
Diary dates
01-04 Oct 2024
REVĪVŌ Wellness Resort Nusa Dua Bali, Kabupaten Badung, Indonesia
Diary dates
22-25 Oct 2024
Messe Stuttgart, Germany
Diary dates
24-24 Oct 2024
QEII Conference Centre, London, United Kingdom
Diary dates
04-07 Nov 2024
In person, St Andrews, United Kingdom
Diary dates
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