If you've ever dreamed of stepping into a Disney fairytale in the heart of the desert, that dream is about to come true. After years of speculation and hope, Disney has finally revealed where their next magical kingdom will rise: Abu Dhabi. This marks the entertainment giant&rsquo;s first new theme park in 15 years, and it's making a grand entrance in the Middle East.
Set to be built on Yas Island, a top destination in the UAE, Disneyland Abu Dhabi promises a fresh spin on the classic Disney experience. While Disney is keeping most of the plans under wraps, they&rsquo;ve teased that this park will be their &ldquo;most advanced and interactive&rdquo; one yet. Expect the usual magic, but with a unique twist that celebrates Emirati culture, stunning shorelines, and bold architecture.
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Disney isn&rsquo;t doing this alone&mdash;they&rsquo;re partnering with Miral, the local developer behind some of Yas Island&rsquo;s biggest attractions, like Warner Bros. World and Ferrari World. Miral has already proven they know how to build wow-worthy destinations, and with Disney Imagineers in the mix, we can expect something truly one-of-a-kind&mdash;from themed hotels to groundbreaking shows and rides.
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Photo: Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse in Tokyo DisneySea / WAmazing Discover
While there&rsquo;s no official opening date yet, Disney says building a park like this could take about five years. But it'll be worth the wait. The new Disneyland will reportedly sit by a vast waterfront, leading fans to wonder: could we be getting something like Tokyo&rsquo;s DisneySea? It&rsquo;s still all speculation for now, but the possibilities are thrilling.
For Filipino Disney fans, this new location isn&rsquo;t too far. With direct flights to Abu Dhabi or Dubai taking around 10 hours, visiting this magical desert kingdom is definitely doable. So while we&rsquo;re still crossing our fingers for a Disneyland in the Philippines someday, we&rsquo;re also packing our bags for this new Disney adventure&mdash;because who wouldn&rsquo;t want to see Aladdin&rsquo;s world come to life just a few hours away?