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Six Flags files for bankruptcy

David — Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:27:50 +0000

Six Flags, the US-based amusement park chain, has filed for bankruptcy protection.

In March 2008 it signed an agreement with Tatweer to develop an amusement park in Dubailand.

Tatweer, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, says the theme park at Dubailand will not be affected by the development.

Universal Studios announce Sesame Street attractions

David — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:58:20 +0000

Universal Studios at Dubailand has announced that it will feature three Sesame Street-themed attractions.

The theme park has signed a deal with Sesame Workshop to build three attractions in its Surf City area.

The attractions will comprise:

• Sesame Street 4D Movie Magic – a multi-dimensional sensory experience featuring Sesame Street characters
• A Sesame Street carousel and live stage show
• Elmo’s Emporium – retail zone

Gary E. Knell, President and CEO, Sesame Workshop, said, ‘We are thrilled to partner with Universal Studios Dubailand to create a new home for Big Bird and all his friends. The park offers a remarkable opportunity to share all the laughter and learning of Sesame Street with the people of the UAE and visiting guests from around the world.’

Palm Jebel Ali theme parks delayed

David — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 13:10:32 +0000

A plan to develop 4 theme parks on Dubai’s Palm Jebel Ali has been put on hold.

Nakheel and the Busch Entertainment Group have delayed the projects for at least one year.

Nakheel recently announced delays on several other major projects, notably the Trump International Hotel on the Palm Jumeirah and the Nakheel Harbour and Tower.

Stargate opening March 2009

David — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 10:24:33 +0000

Dubai Municipality has announced that Stargate, a high-tech, family-orientated theme park at Zabeel Park, will open in March 2009.

The 260,000 sq ft centre includes a number of attractions such as an electric go kart track, snow play area, 3D theatre, rollercoaster, and children’s shopping mall.

Six Flags coming to Dubai

David — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 09:49:20 +0000

Tatweer has announced an agreement with Six Flags, the world’s largest theme park company, to develop a chain of theme parks across the Middle East. The highlight will be a 5 million square feet development at Dubailand. Work is expected to commence on the Dubailand project in 2009.

DreamWorks to develop theme park at Dubailand

David — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 13:25:08 +0000

Tatweer, a subsidiary of Dubai Holding, has announced a strategic partnership with American film studio DreamWorks Animation to develop the world’s first DreamWorks-brand theme park at Dubailand.

Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation, said, ‘We are thrilled to bring the first DreamWorks Animation dedicated theme park to Dubai through our alliance with Tatweer for Dubailand. This relationship will allow us to create an exciting destination where families and tourists will enjoy the unique opportunity to interact with DreamWorks branded content within Dubailand.’

Details of cost and completion date were not revealed.

Magic Planet reopens at Deira City Centre

David — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 12:29:07 +0000

Magic Planet, the entertainment centre at the Deira City Centre shopping mall, has reopened after a complete refit. New rides include a suspended swing, bumper cars and an interactive video wall. The mall is currently undergoing a AED 250 million refurbishment project that includes new stores and improvements to the Food Court.

Visitors to Wild Wadi Reach 4 Million Mark

David — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 12:32:19 +0000

Visitors to the Wild Wadi Water Park have now topped the 4 million mark. The milestone was reached when Ms. Mojgan Hatef from Iran entered the Arabian-themed water park. The park’s parent company, the Jumeirah Group, marked the occasion by rewarding her a family holiday to New York.