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Here, you’ll find a comprehensive collection of case studies, white papers, and in-depth research pieces that explore the industry’s history, current landscape, and business models.
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The 2026 TPDB VIBE (Visitor Insights & Behavior in Experiences) Report
We surveyed a cross-section of U.S. attraction visitors. Here’s what they told us. New TPDB research reveals how Americans choose, spend at, and evaluate attractions – across eight categories from
The Attraction Resort Model, Part I: How a Waterpark Hotel Works
In this series, we’ll examine the business model of attraction or theme park resorts. These resorts work, simply, by the attraction raising the value of the land uses around them. In
Panama Adventure Park
Mandate: Evaluate the high-level economics of an adventure park and waterpark in Panama for Isthmians Development Advisers/NSB Caribe, a local promoter. What follows is an extended preview of a full-length report,
The Chinese Megaparks: Disney, Universal, Chimelong
In the last decade, China has gone from being an attractions backwater to one of the world’s most significant theme park and attractions markets. But perhaps more than in any
The Definitive Guide to Attraction Concepts
Behold! In our latest post, we’ve taken a pass at categorizing every major type of attraction or amusement facility in the world. What follows is a field guide of sorts
Common Mistakes in Opening a Theme Park
Courtesy of Parques Reunidos and IQPC Middle East, the content below is a summarized version of a talk that Jose Maria Letamendia delivered at an IQPC Theme Parks conference. Mr.
An Overview of Indoor Ski Resorts in China
Why Do They Matter? The Chinese Government has recently launched an ambitious campaign to develop the winter sports industry within the country, fueled by China’s selection as the host of
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