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Sharjah 24
3 hours ago
- Business
- Sharjah 24
China's first Legoland opens to tourists in Shanghai
The Chinese branch of the British-owned theme park franchise is the biggest Legoland in the world. It drew in early customers who flocked to attractions including a miniature train ride and a dragon-themed rollercoaster. "I personally love to play with Lego blocks and we have many sets at home... so I wanted to come to Legoland at the earliest opportunity," said Shi, a 35-year-old resident of nearby city Hangzhou, who was visiting the park with his wife and child. Despite the Chinese economy's sluggish growth in recent years, domestic tourist spending grew 18.6 percent in the first quarter of this year compared to the previous year, according to statistics. "Ever since the pandemic, I've made very few trips abroad," said Shi, adding his family now travels to theme parks around China "many times a year". Eager Lego fans rushed into the park as soon as it opened, wearing themed shirts and waving branded flags as they enjoyed the 318,000-square-metre (78.5-acre) compound in scorching temperatures. Beijing has announced subsidies intended to make travelling within the country more affordable for Chinese citizens, and is pushing local governments to heavily market their attractions on social media. Companies have taken note of the wider local tourism boom and stepped up their plans in China. A new "Spider-Man" attraction at Shanghai Disneyland broke ground in May, while Warner Brothers is set to open a Harry Potter experience in Shanghai by 2027. Toy giant Hasbro said this week its giant Peppa Pig park in the city was now "in the phase of creative design". Chinese collectable toy maker Pop Mart has also opened an attraction in Beijing featuring life-sized versions of its popular Labubu toys. "The various provinces are putting a lot of effort into expanding their tourism industries, and all of them have special attractions," said Xu, a 34-year-old parent visiting Legoland on Saturday with his children. But profitability remains a problem, especially for local companies with less brand recognition. As of late 2024, around 40 percent of parks were still failing to turn a profit, according to state media reports. Yet analysts point to a growing population of retirees and job market changes as key factors pushing more locals to visit domestic attractions. "The labour market is turning more flexible," said Ernan Cui, China consumer analyst at Gavekal Research. "More people have leisure time to travel around."


Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Get a Legoland Resort visit for 3 people this school holiday for £50 less if you're fast
If you're looking for a way to keep the kids busy this school holiday without breaking the bank, we've spotted a great discount that lets you save £50 on a family trip to Legoland With the schools set to break up for the summer any day now, it's time to start planning how exactly you're going to spend the summer holidays. With six weeks off to fill, it can feel a little daunting trying to plan plenty of activities that'll keep your little ones engaged and busy without breaking the bank. However we've found a great way to not only plan out some fun activities this summer, but to also save yourself some money in the process. Currently Virgin Experience Days is running a major summer sale, and one fantastic offer lets you get a family trip to Legoland Windsor Resort with a huge £48 saving. The Legoland Windsor Resort Visit for Three is usually priced at £135, but for a limited time you can snap up the experience for £87, saving you almost £50 and knocking 36% off the price. The deal lets you take three people – whether that be two children and one adult, or two adults and one child – for a fun day out at the iconic theme park. Not only that, but children under 90cm will also be able to join you free of charge, which means you can bring along any younger kids without having to pay extra. Although Legoland is primarily designed for children aged 3 to 12, it also has attractions suitable for toddlers and pre-schoolers, with a dedicated DUPLO area and rides designed for younger children, not to mention plenty of opportunities for older kids and adults to have fun too. If you're looking for an activity that has more for a wider range of ages, Red Letter Days is currently offering Thorpe Park Resort Entry Tickets for Two which you can get for £70. You will have to be 120cm and above to take advantage of the pass, and you'll also get the opportunity to add extra guests to your pass during the booking process. You can also snap up several theme park passes at Visit Britain, including Legoland, Alton Towers and Chessington World of Adventures. However some of these passes are yet to be released, so you'll need to check back to keep an eye out for them. However Virgin Experience Days also offers several other theme park attraction deals, as well as other Legoland options for more people if you have a larger family. The Legoland Windsor Resort Visit for Three pass is a great way to save some money on a fun day out, with over 55 rides, live shows and attractions set over 150 acres of parkland. Shoppers have also praised the discounted pass, with one saying: 'I bought this Legoland experience for my family and it worked out cheaper than booking directly with Legoland. The booking process was seamless and the instructions were very clear - I would repurchase again!' Some warned: 'We were brought this for Xmas to take out little girl. We selected a day which they had the festival on as well and this was all included! Brilliant day out. The only bad side is you have to pay for car parking which isn't included in the voucher. It was £12 for the day which is a lot of your paying on top of a ticket.' Another said: 'Good fun but long queues.' Other shoppers were thrilled with the pass, saying: 'Very nice theme park, great for kids up to 11 years old I would say.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Disneyland Opens
70 years ago on July 17, 1955 Disneyland in Anaheim California opened it's doors. Many theme parks followed like Universal Studios, Legoland, and now Netflix House. Romaine Bostick has more on the future of them parks.


The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Major Legoland theme park to launch new space-themed land next year with rollercoaster and ‘cosmic' rides
LEGOLAND is set to launch an out-of-this-world new attraction — with a space-themed land opening next year . The major new expansion promises to take visitors on an intergalactic adventure, as the family-favourite theme park gears up for a stellar 2026 launch. Advertisement 2 LEGOLAND is set to launch a space-themed land opening next year in California Credit: Legoland Packed full of rollercoasters and cosmic rides for thrill-seekers of all ages, a brand-new space-themed land set to launch at its California resort in early 2026. The out-of-this-world expansion will blast families off on an interstellar What rides will it have? A groundbreaking indoor 'This isn't just a coaster – it's a full-on Lego galaxy," said Advertisement more on theme parks 'We're mixing the creativity of Lego with the wonder of space to bring families a totally new kind of adventure.' Visitors can look forward to two additional cosmic rides, offering wannabe Younger guests can get in on the action too, with a Junior Astronaut Training Zone designed especially for little space cadets to enjoy imaginative play. There'll also be out-of-this-world food and drink options to refuel between missions, along with a galactic gift shop selling space-themed gear and souvenirs to remember the adventure. Advertisement Most read in News Travel Exclusive The new area is being built opposite Fun Town's Driving School and will be included in general park admission and So, whether you're training your toddler for launch or hunting for alien bricks, this brick-built universe is set to be Legoland's most stellar expansion yet. Popular Legoland ride returns following year-long closure LEGOLAND Windsor is gearing up for summer Meanwhile, The popular theme park promises a season packed with rides, live entertainment and hands-on adventures, including a brand-new Lego City live show guaranteed to keep kids buzzing all day long. Advertisement Ramesh Ganeson, vice president of Legoland Windsor Resort, said: 'This summer, we're cranking up the fun at Legoland Windsor. "With thrilling rides, splashing adventures, and the new Lego Insiders Clubhouse, there's something to spark every imagination. "We can't wait to welcome families for a season bursting with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable brick-tastic memories.' The Lego Insiders Clubhouse invites guests to become official play testers, completing four interactive challenges to earn exclusive access to the Lego Vault — where they'll get a sneak peek at upcoming Lego sets and behind-the-scenes content. Advertisement To cool off, families can head to Drench Towers and Splash Safari, where giant tipping bricks and water slides promise a refreshing break from the action. Younger visitors can enjoy the Duplo-themed water play zones featuring animal figures made just for them. Thrill-seekers can take on the Minifigure Speedway, the world's first Lego duelling rollercoaster, or dive into adventure on the Lego City Day tickets start at £39 and must be booked in advance online. Advertisement Kids under 0.9m tall go free — making it the perfect time to plan a summer day out full of bricks, splashes and smiles. Where is the world's biggest LEGOLAND? Spread across a whopping 318,000 square metres in Shanghai's Jinshan district, the mega resort features a theme park, hotel, and a mind-blowing 85 million Lego bricks bringing the place to life. The park is split into eight themed lands, including favourites like Ninjago, Lego Friends, and Monkie Kid, with over 75 rides, shows and attractions on offer for families. Advertisement At the heart of the park is the stunning Miniland — a brick-built replica of It took 168,000 hours and over 20 million Lego bricks to build. Leogland Shanghai will also boast several world firsts — including the Big Lego Coaster, the park's biggest-ever thrill ride, and a 60-metre-tall Legoland Observation Tower offering stunning views of the sprawling brick paradise. The Legoland Hotel also includes 250 Lego-themed rooms. Advertisement 2 The new attraction will be packed full of rollercoasters and cosmic rides for thrill-seekers of all ages Credit: Legoland Use these tips on your next theme park trip Next time you visit a theme park, you may want to use our top tips to make the most of your adrenaline-inducing day out. Go to the back of the theme park first. Rides at the front will have the longest queues as soon as it opens. Go on water rides in the middle of the day in the summer - this will cool you off when the sun is at its hottest. Download the park's app to track which rides have the shortest queues. Visit on your birthday, as some parks give out "birthday badges" that can get you freebies. If it rains, contact the park. Depending on how much it rained, you may get a free ticket to return.


Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Major Legoland theme park to launch new space-themed land next year with rollercoaster and ‘cosmic' rides
And LEGOLAND Windsor is gearing up for summer RIDE ON Major Legoland theme park to launch new space-themed land next year with rollercoaster and 'cosmic' rides Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEGOLAND is set to launch an out-of-this-world new attraction — with a space-themed land opening next year. The major new expansion promises to take visitors on an intergalactic adventure, as the family-favourite theme park gears up for a stellar 2026 launch. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 LEGOLAND is set to launch a space-themed land opening next year in California Credit: Legoland Packed full of rollercoasters and cosmic rides for thrill-seekers of all ages, a brand-new space-themed land set to launch at its California resort in early 2026. The out-of-this-world expansion will blast families off on an interstellar Lego adventure like never before, marking the biggest in-park investment in Legoland history — with more than $90 million poured into the new space lands coming to both the California and Florida resorts. What rides will it have? A groundbreaking indoor rollercoaster, said to be the most advanced ride Legoland has ever built, launching guests from the all-new SPACEPORT 886 — a nod to the iconic Lego Space Buggy set. 'This isn't just a coaster – it's a full-on Lego galaxy," said Merlin Magic Making boss Flora Liu. 'We're mixing the creativity of Lego with the wonder of space to bring families a totally new kind of adventure.' Visitors can look forward to two additional cosmic rides, offering wannabe astronauts more thrilling ways to explore the final frontier. Younger guests can get in on the action too, with a Junior Astronaut Training Zone designed especially for little space cadets to enjoy imaginative play. There'll also be out-of-this-world food and drink options to refuel between missions, along with a galactic gift shop selling space-themed gear and souvenirs to remember the adventure. The new area is being built opposite Fun Town's Driving School and will be included in general park admission and annual passes. So, whether you're training your toddler for launch or hunting for alien bricks, this brick-built universe is set to be Legoland's most stellar expansion yet. Popular Legoland ride returns following year-long closure LEGOLAND Windsor is gearing up for summer Meanwhile, Legoland Windsor is gearing up for a brick-tastic summer, with brand-new shows, splashing fun, and its latest addition — the Lego Insiders Clubhouse — ready to welcome excited families through the gates. The popular theme park promises a season packed with rides, live entertainment and hands-on adventures, including a brand-new Lego City live show guaranteed to keep kids buzzing all day long. Ramesh Ganeson, vice president of Legoland Windsor Resort, said: 'This summer, we're cranking up the fun at Legoland Windsor. "With thrilling rides, splashing adventures, and the new Lego Insiders Clubhouse, there's something to spark every imagination. "We can't wait to welcome families for a season bursting with laughter, excitement, and unforgettable brick-tastic memories.' The Lego Insiders Clubhouse invites guests to become official play testers, completing four interactive challenges to earn exclusive access to the Lego Vault — where they'll get a sneak peek at upcoming Lego sets and behind-the-scenes content. To cool off, families can head to Drench Towers and Splash Safari, where giant tipping bricks and water slides promise a refreshing break from the action. Younger visitors can enjoy the Duplo-themed water play zones featuring animal figures made just for them. Thrill-seekers can take on the Minifigure Speedway, the world's first Lego duelling rollercoaster, or dive into adventure on the Lego City Deep Sea Adventure ride. Day tickets start at £39 and must be booked in advance online. Kids under 0.9m tall go free — making it the perfect time to plan a summer day out full of bricks, splashes and smiles. Where is the world's biggest LEGOLAND? Legoland Shanghai Resort in China, which opened its doors on July 5 2025, is now the largest LEGOLAND in the world. Spread across a whopping 318,000 square metres in Shanghai's Jinshan district, the mega resort features a theme park, hotel, and a mind-blowing 85 million Lego bricks bringing the place to life. The park is split into eight themed lands, including favourites like Ninjago, Lego Friends, and Monkie Kid, with over 75 rides, shows and attractions on offer for families. At the heart of the park is the stunning Miniland — a brick-built replica of Shanghai's skyline, complete with the famous waterfront and towering skyscrapers of the Lujiazui financial district. It took 168,000 hours and over 20 million Lego bricks to build. Leogland Shanghai will also boast several world firsts — including the Big Lego Coaster, the park's biggest-ever thrill ride, and a 60-metre-tall Legoland Observation Tower offering stunning views of the sprawling brick paradise. The Legoland Hotel also includes 250 Lego-themed rooms. 2 The new attraction will be packed full of rollercoasters and cosmic rides for thrill-seekers of all ages Credit: Legoland