Disney to Open Theme Park in Middle East
Friday, 09 May, 2025156 words2 minutes
Walt Disney Company has announced plans to open its first theme park in the Middle East. The new park will be located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, on Yas Island. This expansion marks Disney's seventh resort worldwide.
Yas Island is already a popular tourist destination, home to attractions like SeaWorld and Warner Bros World. The island's location is strategic, being within a four-hour flight for one-third of the world's population. This makes it an ideal gateway for tourism in the region.
Disney's CEO, Robert Iger, expressed excitement about the project, stating that the new park will be 'authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati'. This suggests a blend of Disney's famous entertainment with local cultural elements.
The development is expected to boost Abu Dhabi's economy and further establish Yas Island as a global entertainment hub. With Disney's track record of successful theme parks worldwide, this new venture is likely to attract millions of visitors to the UAE.
