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Fantastic new images from the construction of Europa-Park’s stunning new water park Rulantica have been shared by Michael Mack and Thomas Mack.
In the approximately 32,600 square-meter indoor area, water enthusiasts can expect eight exciting Nordic themed areas, open throughout the year.
A total of 25 attractions including 17 spectacular water slides, Germany’s largest indoor wave pool, a relaxing Mystery River as well as many other highlights promise real water fun.
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To celebrate its 40th birthday in 2019, Walibi Rhône-Alpes will be opening more new additions than just the new roller coaster Mystic.
The rather impressive New Orleans themed area will also include new family attraction Les P'tits Cauldrons, re-themed tower drop ride La Totem and new restaurant Chez Marie Laveau.
With a total investment of €6 million this year, this regional theme park in France is significantly improving its offer to both families and thrill seekers.
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2019 will be a Year of Magic at Gardaland in Italy, with the theme park announcing a lineup of new and improved attractions to accompany the opening of the new Magic Hotel.
The new additions include a magical walk-through experience, a re-themed roller coaster and updated shows.
Gardaland's new 128-room fully themed 4-star Magic Hotel is set to open on 31st May 2019.
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The construction of Ducati World at Mirabilandia continues with the new duelling coaster almost complete and named Desmo Race.
Rev your engines, because the soundtrack of Mirabilandia in 2019 will be the rumble of Ducati motorcycles.
Indeed, the construction works on Ducati World have continued unabated: 35,000 square metres of the park will become the new beating heart of Mirabilandia and the world's first themed area in an amusement park inspired by a motorcycle brand.
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The popular Carnaval Festival attraction at Efteling celebrates 35 years with a €3 million makeover in 2019.
The family dark ride will be closed from 4th March to 31st May while the major renovation work takes place, which will include upgrades to the ride system, replacement of the lighting and changes to some of the scenes.
Carnaval Festival opened in 1984 and features many animatronic dolls representing different regions around the world. It was designed by Joop Geesink and uses catchy music written by Ruud Bos and Toon Hermans.
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Rainbow MagicLand in Italy begins a €40 million re-launch of the theme park in 2019, with the complete transformation of a children's area and 3 new attractions.
The investment of around €8 million this year is centred on Tonga, a new jungle-themed area with a new water ride, driving school and playground.
In the next five years further investments are planned in new attractions, and with these developments Rainbow MagicLand expects to exceed 1.2 million visitors.
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There are lots of new rides and attractions to enjoy at Parc Spirou Provence in 2019.
The French theme park opened as recently as June 2018, and it has already invested €10 million in these new additions and improvements for this year.
Located in Monteux, just 10 minutes from Avignon, Parc Spirou Provence is based on the characters from the Spirou comics.
The new rides and attractions include two roller coasters, a water ride, a 6D cinema, and two thrill rides.
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Walibi Holland has released the latest instalment of their behind-the-scenes video series, Making Of: UNTAMED.
The previous wooden roller coaster Robin Hood is being rebuilt by Rocky Mountain Construction into a roller coaster consisting of a combination of wood and steel.
The original ride was built by Dutch manufacturer Vekoma and opened in 2000. On 1 July 2019, Walibi Holland will open UNTAMED as the first hybrid roller coaster in Europe.
