Disney's Abu Dhabi theme park may be its most technologically advanced resort
Disney and United Arab Emirates developer Miral said they are planning Disney’s experience at the most technologically significant theme parks and resorts near Abu Dhabi.
The yet-unnamed beachfront destination will be located in Yas Island, about 20 miles from the city of Abu Dhabi. It could open back in the early 2030s and will be Disney's first new theme park since opening the Shanghai Disney Resort in 2016.
“As our seventh theme park destination, it will rise from this land in a spectacular way, blending contemporary architecture with cutting-edge technology to provide guests with a deep immersive entertainment experience in a unique and modern way,” said Bob Iger, CEO of Disney.
Disney and Miracle released a video with clips of concept art and Disney properties, including Moana, Frozen and Tron. It touts Yas Island's waterfront location as an opportunity to create an interactive experience unique to this park. A Disney spokesman told CNN that it has been discussing the project for a decade and is interested in blending technologies such as Unreal Engine into the attractions.
“This groundbreaking resort represents a new area of theme park development,” Disney Experience Chairman Josh D'Amaro said in a statement. “Our resort in Abu Dhabi will be the most advanced and interactive destination in our portfolio.
The company will celebrate its 70th birthday this month and will hold events for the existing parks for the rest of the year.
