Disney Is Opening Its First Theme Park Since 2016 in Abu Dhabi

"A forthcoming waterfront Disney theme-park resort on Yas Island, developed and operated by Miral with creative leadership from Disney Imagineers. It is being designed to combine Disney’s iconic stories, characters and attractions with Abu Dhabi’s vibrant culture, shorelines and contemporary architecture, and promises heavily immersive entertainment using cutting-edge technology. The project will include a theme park plus themed accommodations, dining and retail that celebrate both Disney heritage and Abu Dhabi’s futuristic and cultural essence, and is being run under a partnership model similar to Tokyo Disneyland Resort; no opening date has been announced." - Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna Carly Caramanna is a theme park and travel journalist who has spent her professional career in New York City, Nashville, and Los Angeles. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Yahoo Lifestyle, Insider, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines