Theme Park News: What's New?

PortAventura World has made a significant step in its development strategy by appointing Frédéric Boulva, an experienced leisure park manager from Disneyland Paris, as its new Chief Operating Officer starting January 2024. This executive decision signals an ambitious turn for the Spanish resort and indicates heightened competition in the European amusement park industry.

On April 1, 2022, Prof. Dr. Heike Springhart made a historic stride in the history of the Evangelical Church in Baden by becoming the first woman to hold the position of Landesbischöfin. Her recent visit to Europa-Park, Germany's largest amusement park, served not only as a symbol of the Church's opening and renewal but also as a shining example of the integration of faith and leisure in the modern world.

As winter approaches, Movie Park Germany lights up in festive splendor, announcing its new winter event, "Movie Park's Hollywood Christmas." Starting December 1, 2023, visitors with a 2024 Season Pass* can experience this Christmas magic. The Black November SALE offers attractive deals for an unforgettable celebration.

In a remarkable development, Efteling theme park has restructured its thematic areas. The Enchanted Forest, a park icon since its inception, is now classified as an independent area alongside established realms like Marerijk, Anderrijk, Reizenrijk, Ruigrijk, and Fantasierijk. This restructuring, evident in the park's current winter plan, is more than a mere organizational change; it signifies a crucial step in the evolution and appreciation of one of the park’s most beloved elements.