Subscribe to our new Patreon for BONUS content

Episodes

March 21, 2021

The Debate over Quarantine Exemptions for International Travels

Should we develop a worldwide tracking system that allows international travelers to skip quarantine? We detangle this topic including the sticking points and where we stand. Stories Covered: “China’s plans for ‘vaccine passport’ may be hampered by...

Listen to the Episode
March 14, 2021

Vaccinated: Two Classes of Citizens

This week we discuss announcements from Disney and Universal, vaccine policies in Israel and Thailand, the Tokyo Olympics, and pivots. Stories covered: “WDW is selling out,” “Florida's Walt Disney World reveals "Ratatouille" ride debut date,” “HHN30...

Listen to the Episode
March 8, 2021

As States Drop Restrictions, Attractions Unify on Safe Reopening Poli…

This week on Green Tagged we discuss how attractions will navigate states dropping restrictions, additional changes in the guest experience, and new pivots. Stories covered: “Texas Drops Its Virus Restrictions as a Wave of Reopenings Takes Hold,”...

Listen to the Episode
March 4, 2021

BONUS: Preparing for The Roaring 20’s

The industry professional's weekly dose of important Theme Park news in 30 minutes. Americans are holding on to $1.3 TRILLION and you must be ready to catch the wave of demand when the gates open. On this BONUS episode of green tagged, we’re...

Listen to the Episode
March 1, 2021

Attraction Industry Tend Reports from IAAPA & Thinkwell

The industry professional's weekly dose of important Theme Park news in 30 minutes. This week on Green Tagged, we discuss two new industry reports. First IAAPA released a study showing the impact of COVID-19 on the industry. Thinkwell’s study is the...

Listen to the Episode
Feb. 21, 2021

Attractions Worldwide Set Sights on Re-Opening

This week we explore the avalanche of reopenings and new openings happening worldwide. Sit back and relax for this feel-good episode that shows light at coming at the end of the summer. Stories covered: “More than 40 U.S. theme parks set 2021...

Listen to the Episode
Feb. 14, 2021

The Lunar New Year's Impact on Attractions 新年快乐!

This week on Green Tagged we dive into how attractions in the western world are celebrating Valentine’s Day and what impact the Lunar New Year is having in Asia. Stories covered: “Ranch of Horror sends in the clowns for a twist on Valentine's Day...

Listen to the Episode
Feb. 7, 2021

Building a Town Square and Tiers of Play

This week on Green Tagged we explore the concept of building a town square and adding tiers of play to your offerings. Stories covered: “With no Mardi Gras parades, New Orleans transforms houses into ‘floats,’” “NBBJ unveils spiral tower with hiking...

Listen to the Episode
Feb. 1, 2021

Rethinking the Guest Experience

This week on Green Tagged we cover the controversy surrounding Ocean Park in Hong Kong and then discuss other news that impact the guest experience worldwide. Stories covered: “Ocean Park in Hong Kong to overhaul business model,” “Ocean Park must show...

Listen to the Episode
Jan. 25, 2021

A Show All About Pivots

This week on Green Tagged, we dedicate the entire show to pivots happening across the industry. Stories covered: “Disneyland in California to host COVID-19 vaccination site,” “LVHN setting up mass COVID-19 vaccination site at Dorney Park,” “IAAPA Expo...

Listen to the Episode
Jan. 17, 2021

The Climate Experience Economy plus New Covid Policies

This week on Green Tagged: Policies and Mandates to get back out in front of the COVID Spread and Climate Change leads to more Experience Based Economy. Stories covered: “Japan to halt all business travel in new step to curb COVID-19,” “Around 80% of...

Listen to the Episode
Jan. 11, 2021

The Capitol & Japan’s Shutdown – What it means for your attraction

On today’s Green Tagged, we discuss Combating Disenfranchisement and Designing for Empathy. Stories covered: “Inside the Capitol Siege,” “Japan declares 2nd State of Emergency,” “Busch Gardens Williamsburg to be open for first time in January,”...

Listen to the Episode
Jan. 4, 2021

Based on what we experienced in 2020, what can we do in 2021?

On today’s Green Tagged, we examine three trends that will impact your attraction in 2021: Demand regeneration, Changing Guest Expectations, and Deglobalization. Stories covered: Universal reaches capacity before 9AM; Denny’s hostess quits on the spot...

Listen to the Episode
Dec. 27, 2020

Taking a stand on Diversity & Sustainability

On today’s Green Tagged, we continue the Futureproofing discussion with two topics your attraction should tackle in 2021: Diversity and Sustainability. Stories covered: “The World Travel & Tourism Council published new diversity guidelines for the...

Listen to the Episode
Dec. 21, 2020

Looking to 2021 – Future Proofing Your Attraction

On today’s Green Tagged: Virtualizing pieces of your experiences and what the FTC’s case against Facebook means for your attraction. Stories: BBC’s new Radiophonic Travel Agency, VR waterslide at Vana Nava Water Jungle, Thailand, MicroStrategy’s...

Listen to the Episode
Dec. 14, 2020

What Warner Brothers taught us about Pivoting the guest experience

This week on ‘Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30’ we dive deep into the ripples caused by Warner Brothers in the entertainment and attractions industry. Stories covered: Warner Bros CEO Jason Kilar explains his move in an interview with the NY Times;...

Listen to the Episode
Dec. 6, 2020

Big Moves in DTC Paid Streaming, Vaccine Requirements, & Openings

This week on ‘Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30’ we examine Big Moves in brands monetizing DTC digital experiences, vaccine requirements from Airlines, and big openings. Stories covered: Warner Bros to Release 2021 films on HBO MAX concurrently with...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 29, 2020

US Attractions Look to Diversify and Themed Experience Gaming Trends

This week on ‘Green Tagged: Theme Park in 30’ we examine the slow US recovery and what some attractions are doing to diversify revenue. Stories: The Malaysian Tourism Ministry reveals recovery plans for pandemic-hit travel sector; Reuters reports US...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 22, 2020

Destination Experiences & Carbon Neutral Trends

This week on Green Tagged we explore trends and new experiences in the theme park and themed entertainment industries. Universal Hollywood launches a drive-in experience; Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser; Own The Park at Great Wolf Lodge; IAAPA went...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 15, 2020

Does the Vaccine change anything for attractions? Plus, New Tech is c…

This week on Green Tagged: How does a vaccine change planning at your attraction? While Buena Vista Street plans to open on November 19th, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk closed after only one weekend. The Pandemic has inspired a cornucopia of new tech,...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 9, 2020

The Hammer vs The Scalpel: Different approaches to tourism recovery

This week in Green Tagged: We discuss how different countries are recovering their tourism sectors amid the pandemic. The through line is, of course, how well local governments are containing the virus to ease consumer distress. Western countries...

Listen to the Episode
Nov. 1, 2020

California's Reopening Decision and 10 Positive Trends

This week on Green Tagged: Commentary on California's Reopening Guidelines and 10 positive trends to come out of the Pandemic. Full show notes: www.greentaggedshow.com

Listen to the Episode
Oct. 25, 2020

Are theme parks sustainable? More rightsizing and Ocean Park Faces Re…

This week on Green Tagged: Attractions weigh in on sustainability; Hong Kong has a new COVID Safe Certification Plan; India Operators Doubt Demand; Disney and Six Flags continue to Rightsize; Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Faces Rebranding Challenge; Both...

Listen to the Episode
Oct. 18, 2020

7 Pivots you can learn from and Big Disney Moves

This week on Green Tagged: Big moves at Disney; Eastern State Penitentiary considering discontinuing Terror; INSIDE brings new voyeuristic experience to LA; coworking from a Ferris Wheel at Tokyo’s Yomiuriland; Aquarium Yoga debuts at Hong Kong’s...

Listen to the Episode