Attractions & Theme Park News
Dad’s For FREE On Fathers’ Day
Tuesday, 14 August 2012Action packed day for dad & the kids – great family fun for everyone.
An adventure to remember: summer festival how-to-guide
Tuesday, 14 August 2012With a winter chill still in the air, the summer festival season might seem far away but according to 2012 Falls Music & Arts Festival official travel partner lastminute.com.au, now’s the time to heat things up in the planning and preparation department if you want to bag a travel bargain and make sure your festival experience is also a sensational holiday.
DreamWorks tourist attraction for Shanghai
Thursday, 9 August 2012
A $3 billion “entertainment zone” is set to be Shanghai’s newest tourist attraction as Dreamworks Animation plans to open the attraction in 2016.
Dreamworld and Whitewater world thrilled with Tripadvisor ratings
Wednesday, 18 July 2012Dreamworld and its sister water park, WhiteWater World famous for their thrills and spills are thrilled to have earned a place among the world’s best attractions.
World exclusive runaway adventure begins in Grizzly Gulch
Wednesday, 18 July 2012Grizzly Gulch, the largest themed land in Hong Kong Disneyland’s expansion plan, launched to the public on July 14, 2012.
Habitat’s New Rare Tree Kangaroo Joey on the Way
Wednesday, 18 July 2012Visitors at The Wildlife Habitat in Port Douglas can now observe a rare sight - the tiny head of a Lumholtz Tree Kangaroo joey peeking out from its mother’s pouch.
Where is my mind? At SmartBar Melbourne Museum
Wednesday, 11 July 2012On Thursday 26 July, Melbourne Museum’s special evening event SmartBar returns due to popular demand and this time visitors will delve into the deepest depths of the human mind.
Sydney Aquarium relaunches as SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium
Wednesday, 11 July 2012This September, Sydney’s iconic Darling Harbour attraction – Sydney Aquarium – will fly the world-famous SEA LIFE flag when it officially reveals the results of a six-month overhaul and opens its doors as SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium.
Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk ERTH shows
Monday, 9 July 2012The ERTH dinosaur puppet shows have been a huge success at Illawarra Fly Treetop Adventures.
Alex Perry Puts Final Touches on Miranda Kerr's Gown
Friday, 6 July 2012Madame Tussauds Sydney unveils the latest addition to its already star-studded line-up.
Heads up re Cirque du Soleil's raising of the BIG TOP: will most likely be TUESDAY
Monday, 2 July 2012It looks like the Grand Chapiteau – the trademark blue and yellow Big Top that is Cirque du Soleil’s signature ‘home’ will be raised on Tuesday.
Museum Victoria uncovers rare fossil
Thursday, 28 June 2012
Museum Victoria’s palaeontologist Dr Erich Fitzgerald has unravelled a piece of Australian history, uncovering the first Australian fossil that will likely draw in animal and history lovers.
Little Penguins are welcomed to their brand new exhibit, Penguin Cove
Thursday, 28 June 2012To herald the launch of Manly SEA LIFE Sanctuary, Manly’s iconic Little Penguins have made the journey from quarantine to their new home – the attraction’s brand new display, Penguin Cove.
Kids Fly Free during Teachers Strike
Friday, 22 June 2012To help out parents looking to entertain their kids during the teachers Industrial Stoppage on June 27, the Illawarra Fly Treetop Walk is offering free entry for kids all day.
Wet, weird and wonderful, all at home on the Sapphire Coast
Friday, 22 June 2012Children who are wondering where the wild things are may find the answers on the NSW Sapphire Coast over their winter holiday break.
Magnificent tropical rays are released into their new home at Sydney Aquarium
Thursday, 21 June 2012Sydney Aquarium today unveiled a brand new exhibit to the public – the Tropical Bay of Rays – one of fourteen new exhibits set to reopen as part of the attraction’s extensive $10M refurbishment program.
Leisure Pass Group sets it sights on Italy
Thursday, 21 June 2012The company behind the smartcard city sightseeing passes – London Pass, Berlin Pass and Paris Pass – has teamed up with Opera Romana Pellegrinaggi, an activity of the Vicariate of Rome, Department of the Holy See, to create the official new website for the OMNIA Vatican and Rome Card, making it easier for customers to find out more about the two capitals, what attractions are available and to ensure that they get the most out of their stay in the two Italian tourist hotspots.
QLD tourist icon Big Pineapple sabotaged
Tuesday, 19 June 2012
Tourism icon the Big Pineapple has suffered a blow to its re-opening of the sugar cane train ride after the deliberate act of sabotage on the train’s tracks.
Cars Land set to drive Disney California Adventure
Friday, 15 June 2012
The ‘largest piece’ of a five-year expansion at Disney California Adventure Park, Cars Land looks set to drive a whole new legion of fans to Disneyland Resort.
See Dinosaurs Come to Life at Sea World!
Friday, 15 June 2012Sea World on Australia’s Gold Coast is stepping back in time more than 65 million years with the launch of a brand new interactive animatronic dinosaur attraction that will take visitors on a journey into the prehistoric world.
Shotover Canyon Swing adds another dimension
Friday, 15 June 2012The world’s highest cliff jump operator has done it again – developing a unique new jump style that offers adrenalin seekers another dimension and a whole new level of scariness.
New Disney California Adventure Park geared to go
Thursday, 14 June 2012
The ‘Happiest Place on Earth’ is about to get even happier as Disney California Adventure Park celebrates its grand reopening this week.
Flip into Luna Park’s Freestyle Action Zone these school holidays
Wednesday, 13 June 2012For the first time ever, Australia’s most skilled trials motocross riders will perform at Luna Park Sydney, making the attraction the most thrilling place for fun these school holidays!
Daydream Island a Favourite Family Destination
Wednesday, 13 June 2012DAYDREAM Island Resort and Spa has been ranked as one of the top family resorts in Australia for the third straight year, according to a recent travel survey.
