{"id":50956,"date":"2025-11-18T07:01:24","date_gmt":"2025-11-18T07:01:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/50956\/"},"modified":"2025-11-18T07:01:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T07:01:24","slug":"iaapa-expo-returns-to-orlando-with-attractions-industry-reveals-technology-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/50956\/","title":{"rendered":"IAAPA Expo returns to Orlando with attractions industry reveals, technology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The Brief<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">IAAPA Expo returns to the Orange County Convention Center this week.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The annual convention features over 1,000 companies showcasing the latest industry technology and innovations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">SeaWorld Orlando and Legoland Florida will share more details about their upcoming attractions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">ORLANDO, Fla. &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fox35orlando.com\/tag\/us\/fl\/orange-county\/orlando\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Orlando;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Orlando<\/a>, the &#8220;theme park capital of the world,&#8221; is again hosting the IAAPA Expo, bringing thousands of theme park operators and attraction vendors to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.occc.net\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Orange County Convention Center;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Orange County Convention Center<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>What happens at IAAPA Expo<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The event, which runs through Nov. 21, features more than 1,100 exhibitors showcasing their products across the expo\u2019s massive 500,000-square foot trade show floor.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The displays range from food, games, virtual reality and new attractions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Some of the highlights include Sky Tour, a new zipline attraction from RCI Adventure; and Ubisoft All-Star VR, an arcade attraction from LAI Games that features haptics and D-BOX motion seats.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/iaapa.org\/expos-and-events\/iaapa-expo\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:IAAPA;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">IAAPA<\/a>\u2014which stands for International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions\u2014 is a chance for industry professionals from around the world to network and for companies to showcase what\u2019s new and emerging in the attractions&#8217; industry. Some of the products on display at the expo could make their way into the theme parks in and around Central Florida.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">&#8220;IAAPA Expo is where the global attractions industry comes together to share ideas, discover trends, and celebrate our shared passion for creating unforgettable guest experiences,&#8221; said Rob McNicholas, executive vice president and vice president of IAAPA in a news release. &#8220;This year in Orlando, attendees can expect unmatched opportunities to learn, connect, and be inspired.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fox35orlando.com\/fox-local\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX LOCAL APP;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE FOX LOCAL APP<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Central Florida parks to showcase upcoming attractions<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">A few <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fox35orlando.com\/tag\/us\/fl\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Central Florida;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Central Florida<\/a> theme parks will use the expo to show off their upcoming attractions.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">SeaWorld Orlando is set to reveal details about its 2026 project, which includes coaster manufacturer Vekoma.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">In September, SeaWorld announced its new attraction would be a suspended dark ride named SEAQuest: Legends of the Deep. The ride will have visitors boarding a submersible to &#8220;discover dazzling ecosystems, legendary sea life, and breathtaking stories of resilience and wonder.&#8221; The park also shared concept art of the submersible ride vehicle.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">Merlin Entertainments, the parent company of Legoland Florida, will also hold a news conference to share details about Galacticoaster. The upcoming indoor roller coaster will have riders board a Lego spacecraft on an &#8220;interstellar mission packed with thrills, immersive storytelling, and cosmic Lego fun.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The attraction is part of a $90 million expansion plan that also includes a similar coaster for Legoland California.<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fox35orlando.com\/newsletters\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:SIGN-UP FOR FOX 35&#039;S BREAKING NEWS, DAILY NEWS NEWSLETTERS;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">SIGN-UP FOR FOX 35&#8217;S BREAKING NEWS, DAILY NEWS NEWSLETTERS<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">The Source<\/p>\n<p class=\"mb-4 text-lg md:leading-8 break-words\">This article was written using information from IAAPA, SeaWorld Orlando and Legoland Florida.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Brief IAAPA Expo returns to the Orange County Convention Center this week. 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