The Walt Disney Company and Miral, Abu Dhabi's leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have announced an agreement to create a landmark Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The waterfront resort will be located on Yas Island, a world-class destination for entertainment and leisure, connecting travelers from the Middle East and Africa, India, Asia, Europe, and beyond. This seventh Disney theme park resort will combine Disney's iconic stories, characters, and attractions with Abu Dhabi's vibrant culture, stunning shorelines, and breathtaking architecture.

The new resort will be fully developed and built by Miral, with Disney and its legendary Imagineers leading creative design and operational oversight. Miral, which has developed a number of family entertainment destinations on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi in collaboration with American and European brands, will operate the resort. Disney and its legendary Imagineers will lead creative design and operational oversight to provide a world-class experience.

The UAE is located within a four-hour flight of one-third of the world's population, making it a significant gateway for tourism. The UAE is home to the largest global airline hub in the world, with 120 million passengers traveling through Abu Dhabi and Dubai each year.

Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experiences, said that this groundbreaking resort destination represents a new frontier in theme park development. The resort in Abu Dhabi will be the most advanced and interactive destination in Disney's portfolio, anchored by a beautiful waterfront. The project will reach guests in a whole new part of the world, welcoming more families to experience Disney than ever before.

Bringing a Disney theme park resort to Yas Island marks a historic milestone in Disney's journey to further advance the island's position as a global destination for exceptional entertainment and leisure. The development of unique experiences will support sustained economic growth in Abu Dhabi and beyond.