Disney Announces Most Technologically Advanced Theme Park to Open Near Abu Dhabi
Walt Disney Company details plans for its seventh theme park, set to open in Abu Dhabi's Yas Island by early 2030s, focusing on immersive experiences.
Disney to open theme park in Abu Dhabi
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Overview
The Walt Disney Company revealed plans for a new theme park in Abu Dhabi on Yas Island, set to open in the early 2030s. The park aims to be the most technologically advanced Disney destination to date, incorporating cutting-edge tech and celebrating the distinctive culture of Abu Dhabi. Disney CEO Bob Iger highlighted that this project, the first since Shanghai Disneyland in 2016, caters to a burgeoning market in the Middle East and South Asia. The development, led by UAE's Miral and overseen by Disney's Imagineers, promises immersive experiences and modern architecture, marking a significant step in Disney's global expansion.
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Analysis
- Disney is opening a new theme park in Abu Dhabi, marking its first park in the Middle East and the seventh global resort destination.
- The park will be developed by Miral, with Disney's Imagineers involved in creative design and operational oversight, but Disney will not invest capital in the project.
- The unique location aims to cater to a significant tourism market, with a blend of Disney's storytelling and Emirati culture.
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The new Disney theme park will be located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, in the United Arab Emirates.
This park aims to be Disney's most technologically advanced, focusing on immersive experiences and celebrating Abu Dhabi's culture.
The new Disney park will be owned and operated by Miral Group, with Disney's Imagineers overseeing the project.
The park is expected to open in the early 2030s.
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