Leisure Development Partners (LDP), a leading economic and strategy consulting firm, has published the third edition of The Experience Economist, which concentrates on the Americas market.
The Experience Economist: Americas Edition provides a detailed analysis of the visitor attractions sector, discussing market scale, economic impact, trends, and development opportunities across the region.
Kathleen LaClair, partner at LDP, says: "The Americas present diverse and evolving opportunities across the attractions industry.
"In mature markets such as the U.S. and Canada, there is a continued focus on enhancing existing assets while also driving innovation.
"One notable trend gaining momentum is the rise of immersive and competitive socializing experiences—a concept that has seen considerable success in Europe and is now being adapted and expanded across North American markets."
Informed by LDP’s proprietary data and decades of international experience, the report underscores the volume, value, and impact of theme parks and water parks throughout the Americas.
The Experience Economist: Americas Edition is available to download here.
Supporting developers, investors, and operators
LDP will be participating in IAAPA Expo 2025 in Orlando next week and will formally launch The Experience Economist: Americas Edition at its booth, #2064, at midday on Thursday, 20 November.
See also: Key education sessions, events & exhibitors at IAAPA Expo 2025
Yael Coifman, senior partner at LDP, says: "The diversity across Central and South America means that many large markets remain underserved in terms of leisure offerings, presenting significant opportunities for developers.
"However, it is essential to align investment levels with local income and spending patterns, and to ensure that proposed projects are tailored to reflect the unique needs and nuances of each market.
"At LDP, our global experience across a wide range of markets enables us to apply a global perspective while remaining sensitive to local dynamics, helping clients make informed, market-appropriate development decisions."
The Experience Economist series is free to download from the LDP website.
Its regionally focused editions aim to support developers, investors, and operators in making informed decisions based on international benchmarks and local realities.
Earlier this year, LDP published the second edition of The Experience Economist with a specific focus on the European market.
