Category: Park Planning
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How Should Queue and Spectator Areas Be Planned Around a Big Pendulum Attraction?
A big pendulum attraction is watched by far more people than it carries, and that fact should shape the site plan from the first sketch. The queue, the viewing area and the exit all compete for the same few hundred square metres, and the ride’s swing envelope makes a large part of that land unusable.…
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Should You Choose a Vintage Style Carousel for a Historic District, Resort, or Modern Theme Park?
A carousel can define the character of a space, but the same design does not suit every setting. A heritage plaza, a seaside resort, and a modern themed park each tell a different story, and the ride must support that story rather than contradict it. This article examines whether to choose a vintage carousel for…