Disneyland in Abu Dhabi
For the first time in 15 years, Disney announced the construction of a new Kurort Park. Disneyland will be built in Abu Dhabi And it is to be a symbol of the company's entry into the Middle East. “Disney claims it new The undertaking will be his The most technologically advanced parkwhich will perfectly match the future aesthetics of the city of Abu Dhabi, “says CNN.
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Disneyland in Abu Dhabi will become the seventh global resort of the entertainment giant. After the announcement of the new investment, Disney shares went up strongly and grew at a rate of over 10 percent. The amusement park will be built on the island of Yas. The company's authorities have not yet reported when Disneyland is built there. There are already attractions like Warner Bros World Yas Island or Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi. As CNN emphasizes, Yas “is home to several existing amusement parks, golf course, marina, quay and shopping center, with 165 restaurants all over the island.”
Convenient location
CNN reminds that both the airports in Abu Zabi and Dubai have ambitious plans. They want to be ports connecting one third of the world population in four hours flight. “This includes 1.4 billion people living in India, many of whom could travel shorter to Abu Dhabi than to Disney parks in Shanghai or Hong Kong,” we read. The island of Yas is located at a distance of 20 minutes from the center of Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes of driving from Dubai.
Disney results
Josh d'Amaro, head of the Disney Experiences department, said that the investment in Abu Dhabi “has been the subject of discussion for about a decade.” Disneylands hosted over 140 million guests in 2023 – These are the most of all amusement park operators in the world. Disney parks, as well as its streaming activities – including Disney+ and Hulu – helped the company to achieve a revenue of 23.6 billion dollars (increase of 7 percent per year) and operating income in the amount of 4.4 billion dollars (increase by 15 percent).
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Source: CNN