Overview

• The new Disneyland Abu Dhabi will be located on Yas Island, a major tourism hub that attracted over 34 million visitors in 2023.
• Miral Group will finance, build, and operate the park, while Disney Imagineers lead creative design and earn royalties from park revenues.
• The park will blend Disney's storytelling with Emirati culture, creating an 'authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati' experience, according to CEO Bob Iger.
• Design is expected to take one to two years, with construction requiring an additional four to six years, though no opening date has been set.
• The project aligns with Disney's $60 billion decade-long investment in its Experiences division, aiming to expand its global footprint and audience reach.