Merlin Entertainments Group
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Merlin Entertainments Group is the leading name in location based, family entertainment, and has seen the most
successful and dynamic growth of any company in the sector over the last five years. The world's No 2 visitor
attraction operator, Merlin aims to deliver memorable and rewarding experiences to its 30 million visitors
worldwide, through its iconic global and local brands, and the commitment and passion of its managers and 13000
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Chessington World of Adventures
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Home to a unique blend of exciting rides, amazing animal encounters, live shows and unrivalled excitement for
kids from 0-99. From Bubbleworks to tiger cubs, Dragon's Fury to a Squirrel Monkey Walk through Chessington World
of Adventures and Zoo promises a hassle-free, action-packed family day out everyone will want to share. Plans for
2007 include the opening of a safari-themed hotel adjacent to the Park.
www.chessington.co.uk |
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Alton Towers
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The UK's leading and most extraordinary theme park, with something for everyone, whether on a short break with
family or a day out with friends. Alton Towers is located in 500 acres of Staffordshire countryside and as well
as having rides and attractions for all ages; has two fully themed hotels, a huge indoor and outdoor waterpark, a
luxurious Spa, plus a unique Conference Centre just a stone's throw away from all the action. Thrill seekers
enjoy adrenalin fun on some of Europe's top rides such as Air, Nemesis, Oblivion and Rita - Queen of Speed; and
there are special events throughout the season for all the family to enjoy - from Easter to Halloween. New for
2007 - Extraordinary Golf, 'There's Something in the Dung Heap' adventure playground, and The Haunted Hollow -
a spooky stroll through the haunted forest!
www.altontowers.com |
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Thorpe Park
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One of the UK's top theme parks for thrill seekers, with over 25 rides and attractions offering breathtaking
speeds, death-defying drops and gut-wrenching loops as well as a calendar of exciting events throughout the
season. Stealth - Europe's fastest rollercoaster - just got faster in 2007, as the Nitrogen Booster system has
been tweaked for a 'new and improved' super acceleration of 0 - 80mph in under two seconds! Colossus, the world's
first ten looping rollercoaster and Nemesis Inferno, a 4.5 G-Force experience, make up the Unholy Trinity of rides
guests just HAVE to brave.
www.thorpe-park.co.uk |
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SEA LIFE
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No 2 visitor attraction brand in Europe. SEA LIFE champions the cause of marine conservation through
education, awareness and wherever possible, direct action. The 23 SEA LIFE attractions and 3 Marine Sanctuaries
are an ideal friendly and authoritative guide to the last great frontier.the seas and oceans of the world and
their myriad mysterious and amazing inhabitants. Unrivalled display technology, biological expertise and
entertainments skills combine to provide seamless journeys through European and tropical waters, and astonishing
close encounters with everything from humble shrimps and starfish to seahorses, sharks and stingrays.
www.sealifeeurope.com |
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LEGOLAND
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No 3 visitor attraction brand in Europe. Pirate, explorer, fire fighter . whatever the kids aspire to be
(and Mum and Dad also wish they were.) LEGOLANDŽ offers families the opportunity to let their imaginations run
free, and 'have a go' in the wonderful world of LEGO. Kid-powered rides, cool building challenges, a unique mix
of interactive attractions, exhilarating coasters, shows that pull the audience into the action and so much more.
There is a surprise around every colourful corner, with lively music and astonishingly accurate LEGOŽ brick models.
LEGOLAND has something for every family member, and dozens of things to enjoy together.
There are currently four LEGOLAND sites in the UK, Denmark (including the LEGOLAND Hotel), Germany and USA
(California).
Two new LEGOLAND concepts were launched in 2007 - the first, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre - an
indoor interactive attraction to be located in City Centres - opened in Berlin, in April; and LEGOLAND
Atlantis by SEA LIFE, which opened in Billund in March 2007, taking the SEA LIFE experience into the
LEGOLAND environment
www.legoland.com |
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London eye
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At 135m high, the London eye is the world's tallest observation wheel. During the graceful
30 minute flight, customers can see up to 40km from their fully enclosed, state of the art glass capsules.
Since opening in 2000, it has welcomed over 25 million visitors and has won 75 awards for design and engineering,
tourism, customer service as well as numerous people's choice awards. In a short period of time, it has become a
21st century symbol for modern Britain and a global icon.
www.londoneye.co.uk |
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GARDALAND
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No 3 theme park in Europe and Italy's number one. Gardaland is a special combination of adventure, dream and
strong emotions in a wonderful fantasy world. Discover the fascination of a submerged continent, challenge the
fury of the rapids in the heart of the jungle, face the dangers of the ferocious sea or experience the emotion of
flight aboard a supersonic jet.everything is possible in GARDALAND. The park includes the GARDALAND Resort
Hotel, a magical place where you can spend a fantastic holiday. With over 40 rides, shows that pull the audience into never ending adventures, and its unique Hotel Resort.
www.gardaland.it |
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DUNGEONS
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Merlin's Dungeons are not for the faint hearted! A unique combination of real history, horror and humour
bring gruesome historic events back to life in the 21st century. Each Dungeon offers a horror fest linked to their
location - highlighting the local history's horrible bits. The Dungeon experience combines live actors, rides,
shows and special effects to transport you back to relive those darker times. Led by the world famous London
Dungeon, there are now four other Dungeon sites in Hamburg, Amsterdam, Edinburgh and York.
Visit if you dare, but be careful you never know who - or what - is just around the corner.
www.thedungeons.com |
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Heide Park
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Based in Soltau, Heide Park is North Germany's largest theme park and is situated in 850,000 sq metres of
countryside, approximately 65 km from Hamburg. Amongst the 40 rides, the Park is home to the world's tallest drop
tower, Scream, as well as Colossus - one of the steepest wooden roller coasters in the world. The Heide Park
complex includes a 440 bed holiday centre with Caribbean style huts. A resort hotel, The Port Royal, is due to
open in July 2007.
www.heidepark.de |
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Warwick Castle
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Warwick Castle, undoubtedly Merlin's oldest attraction, is Britain's Greatest Mediaeval Experience with
fantastic themed attractions and a year-round programme of interactive entertainment. Highlights for 2007 include
the world's biggest siege machine, thrilling jousting tournaments, breathtaking birds of prey, daredevil knights,
a new fully immersive experience - Dream of Battle; and magical winter/Christmas events including an ice rink.
Warwick Castle guarantees a mighty day of mediaeval fun.
www.warwick-castle.co.uk |
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LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
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Our first LEGOLAND Discovery Centre opened in Berlin in 2007, and takes you on a journey through a colourful
and creative LEGO world, where interaction, family fun and learning go hand in hand. See real LEGO bricks being
made in the fun factory, visit the amazing 4D Spellbreaker cinema show, build and test your own models, enjoy an
exciting ride through the medieval castle on the dragon's back.and lots, lots more all under one roof.
www.legolanddiscoverycentre.com |
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Earth Explorer
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Earth Explorer is an up-close and personal experience of what makes our amazing Earth tick, and what makes it
roar, crack, erupt, tremble, howl, shudder, heave, freeze and boil. A more than interactive adventure among the
fascinating natural forces.
An exciting, educational voyage of discovery for all ages, Earth Explorer involves you totally. You will see and
feel how the four natural forces of earth, wind, fire and water have shaped our world, and how they continue to
influence our daily lives.
www.earthexplorer.be |
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