In a bid to get a wider global tourism market, Ferrari World is set to spend Dh700 million on new rides and experiences at the world-famous theme park, Miral Asset Management confirmed.
Miral revealed that the 102 km/h, 62m high Turbo Track thrill ride will be ready in March while the mega coaster will break through the glass funnel and shoot above the iconic red roof of the theme park.
By 2022, Miral expects 48 million visitors to Yas Island. Around 40 per cent of visitors to Ferrari World are tourists, with increasing numbers coming from India and China. Tourism has a key role to play in Abu Dhabi’s plans to create a sustainable, diversified economy. The Emirate’s strategic 2030 Vision is to create new world-class destinations.
Ferrari World currently has 35 rides and attractions and, following on from the opening of Flying Aces roller coaster in April 2016, another 4 attractions (2 rides and 2 experiences including a Ferrari car simulator and the Turbo Track coaster) will be added in 2017 and a further 4 attractions in 2018, including some suitable for younger visitors.
Last month, Miral announced plans to open a SeaWorld theme park on Yas Island by 2022. This will be SeaWorld’s first international expansion. The marine life park will not include orcas and will be funded by Miral under license.
