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Extra.ie
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Disney announce location of brand new theme park and resort
It's a whole new world as Disney has announced plans to open a new theme park and resort in the United Arab Emirates. The media company has several theme parks around the world, including Walt Disney World in Florida, as well as Disneyland Paris, with their newest park being announced on Wednesday in a collaboration between the Walt Disney Company and Miral, the lead creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi. The waterfront location of the park and resort will be located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, and will be the seventh Disney park in the world, the fourth in continental Asia, and the first ever in the Middle East. Disney have announced that they have plans to open a new theme park and resort in the United Arab Emirates. Pic: Walt Disney Company/Miral 'Abu Dhabi is a place where heritage meets innovation, where we preserve our past while designing the future,' His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman at Miral, said. 'The collaboration between Abu Dhabi and Disney demonstrates the remarkable results of combining visionary leadership and creative excellence. What we are creating with Disney in Abu Dhabi is a whole new world of imagination — an experience that will inspire generations across the region and the world, creating magical moments and memories that families will treasure forever. 'Through the development of unique attractions and experiences, Abu Dhabi continues to be a destination of choice for the world.' The Walt Disney Company have several parks around the world, including in Florida (pictured), Paris and Tokyo. Pic: Roberto Machado Noa/LightRocket via Getty Images The new resort will be fully built by Miral, while Disney's Imagineers will lead the creative design process and operational oversight. Miral will also operate the resort, in collaboration with American and European brands. 'This is a thrilling moment for our company as we announce plans to build an exciting Disney theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, whose culture is rich with an appreciation of the arts and creativity,' Robert A [Bob] Iger, CEO of the Walt Disney Company, said. 'As our seventh theme park destination, it will rise from this land in spectacular fashion, blending contemporary architecture with cutting-edge technology to offer guests deeply immersive entertainment experiences in unique and modern ways. 'Disneyland Abu Dhabi will be authentically Disney and distinctly Emirati – an oasis of extraordinary Disney entertainment at this crossroads of the world that will bring to life our timeless characters and stories in many new ways and will become a source of joy and inspiration for the people of this vast region to enjoy for generations to come.' The Abu Dhabi Disney resort will be opened in collaboration with Miral. Pic: REX Josh D'Amaro, Chairman of Disney Experience, also welcomed the new park, saying 'This groundbreaking resort destination represents a new frontier in theme park development. Our resort in Abu Dhabi will be the most advanced and interactive destination in our portfolio. 'The location of our park is incredibly unique – anchored by a beautiful waterfront, which will allow us to tell our stories in completely new ways. This project will reach guests in a whole new part of the world, welcoming more families to experience Disney than ever before. Ultimately, it will be a celebration of what's possible when creativity and progress come together.' 'Bringing a Disney theme park resort to Yas Island marks a historic milestone in our journey to further advance the island's position as a global destination for exceptional entertainment and leisure,' Group CEO of Miral, Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, added. 'Together, we are creating a place of boundless innovation, where the vision of our leadership continues to inspire the world.' No word on when the park will break ground or open has been confirmed at the time of writing, but the Walt Disney Company added that the park will offer the signature Disney park charm with theme park rides and accommodation, as well as combine the cultural essence of Dubai. Miral already have several theme parks and attractions in Abu Dhabi, most notably Ferrari World and Warner Bros World.
Buzz Feed
10-03-2025
- Business
- Buzz Feed
American Tariffs Are Hitting Canada *Hard* — So Here Are 33 More Canadian Products That Beat Their American Equivalents By A Landslide
The tariff beef (or I guess you could call it a trade war) between Canada and the US is still an ongoing source of tension. Because of this, tons of us Canadians are committed to boycotting American goods. A few days ago, I shared a list of Canadian brands that people swear are better than American ones. And TONS of Canadians left more wonderful suggestions in the comments! So without further ado, here are even more Canadian brands that put American ones to shame: 1. " Province of Canada is an apparel company owned and operated in Toronto. 100% of their products are manufactured within Canada. The brand emphasizes the importance of local manufacturing, pride in supporting Canadian and a sustainable mission to use as much natural materials in the slow fashion process." "They also have a one-for-one sock program, where they donate a pair of socks to shelters for every pair sold." — minimagazine40 3. "American here who loves Canada. Adding Kozlik's Canadian Mustard! Lots of variety, and Canada is one of, if not the, largest mustard seed producers in the world." "Their old smoky mustard is a game-changer!" — sharpglue71 4. " Caprina soaps. The best goat milk soaps around!" — maskedarcher406 5. "I've been drinking Canadian wines for years. My favourite is Pelee Island Semi Sweet; it's a merlot." "There are others, too. Good wines." — peacefulpony703 6. " Peace by Chocolate in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia!" — quirkybee56 "Syrian refugees started it after coming here!" — leahm491b1c910 7. " St. Albert Cheese! It's the only cheese I'll use for mac 'n cheese, and if your poutine doesn't have St. Albert curds, I don't want it." — bethicap 9. " La Cocina tortilla chips are made in Manitoba and are superior." "Like, by far. Truly." — analeehope "I made the switch recently, and the quality is unreal. They are vastly superior. Recommended them to a co-worker and she loved them too. Plus, same price point as American brands (at least where I get them)." — shaeshae87 10. " Co-op gas (officially called Federated Co-operatives Limited)! The lesser of evils by a long shot!" "Make the switch for the easiest way to keep a lot of extra money in Canada. Plus, you get dividends." — darcyreimer 11. " Second Cup coffee!" — homeywizard65 13. "My fav is Island Farms dairy products. Sooooo creamy and tasty." — meglynnmargaretcoyle 14. " Balzac's coffee. Oh, so good." — homeywizard65 17. " Summer Fresh dips and salads are 100% Canadian-owned and produced in Woodbridge, Ontario ❤️." — luckycan176 Roberto Machado Noa / LightRocket / Getty Images 18. " Manmade is a superior Montreal-based startup that makes men's undergarments. The best quality, bar none." — quizzyhero292 Note: This company is Canadian-owned, but they're manufactured in China. 19. " Toy Maker of Lunenburg, a fully Canadian company in Nova Scotia. Amazing products, made with love." — goldentiger18 20. " Air North, Yukon's Airline, is half owned by Vuntut Gwichin First Nation and the rest by other Yukon citizens. They don't charge for up to two suitcases, serve free meals, and warm chocolate chip cookies as they approach Whitehorse." — maskedelephant271 22. " PSB Speakers, the pride of Pickering!" "Canada's been a source of excellent and accessible speakers for generations." — nrm75chau Note: These are also manufactured in China. Richard Lautens / Toronto Star via Getty Images 26. " ANIÁN clothing. A company on Vancouver Island that creates wool jackets and clothing from recycled wool. Impeccable quality and fit. Commitment to excellent standards and earth-friendly." "A testament to the 'circular' argument." — npsych90 27. " Anne Mulaire! They make the best, super-soft clothing for feminine bodies. It's all sewn right in Winnipeg by people who are treated and paid well. It's expensive, but high quality, and she's very committed to pockets. I rarely wear any other pants these days." "It's also work-appropriate, which can be hard to find in slow fashion! Oh, and despite being bamboo, the fabric is all manufactured in a closed-loop system. They'll also customize items to your specifications (and they do repairs very affordably!)"
