IMG Worlds of Adventure
| Location | City of Arabia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|
| Opened | August 31, 2016 |
| Owner | Ilyas & Mustafa Galadari Group |
| Theme | Marvel, Lost Valley - Dinosaur Adventure, Cartoon Network, IMG Boulevard. |
| Slogan | "Live the epic adventure!" |
| Operating season | Year-round |
| Area | 1,500,000 feet (460,000 m) |
| Website | Official website |
IMG Worlds of Adventure is an indoor amusement park in the United Arab Emirates in Dubai. It is Dubai’s first mega themed entertainment destination promising visitors from around the world the excitement of four epic adventure zones in one location. Two of the four zones represent renowned global brands Cartoon Network and Marvel, while IMG Boulevard and the Lost Valley – Dinosaur Adventure zones are original concepts created by the IMG Group.
IMG Worlds of Adventure is the largest temperature controlled indoor themed entertainment destination in the world, covering an area in excess of 1.5 million square feet. With the capacity to welcome more than 20,000 guests a day, the destination is featuring a unique array of adrenaline-pumping roller coasters, thrill rides, and spine-tingling attractions based on popular Cartoon Network characters, iconic Marvel Super Heroes and hair-raising dinosaurs. Additionally, the destination is the home to a number of world-firsts, a variety of themed retail stores, exclusive dining venues, and a 12-screen state-of-the-art cinema.
Situated within City of Arabia, along Sheikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Road, IMG Worlds of Adventure is set to be a must-visit international destination, bringing the best of family entertainment to Dubai’s growing leisure industry.
History
The park was built by the Ilyas and Mustafa Galadari (IMG) Group and is the world's largest indoor theme park.[1][2] The park was part of the City of Arabia development project, a part of Dubailand, which was stalled due to the 2008 property crash.[3][4] In April 2014, the park got a Dh1.2 billion ($326 million) loan from the Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank.[5][2] The park itself is valued over $1 Billon.[6] Developers predict that the park will welcome 10,000 visitors daily, and has the capacity to hold up to 20,000 daily.[4][7] The complex was originally set to open in early 2014, has been since been delayed to late 2014, and again to August 31, 2016[6] The IMG Group stated in January 2014 that the foundations for the rides were nearly complete and that the structure of the building is complete.[8]
The park includes 17 themed rides.[4]
Themed areas
The park contains four themed areas, called "Epic Zones".[9] The park also contains a 12-screen cinema.[6] Falcon's Creative Group was the primary design firm involved in designing process.[10]
Cartoon Network
Cartoon Network is one of the zones and based on cartoon characters from Cartoon Network. It contains the world's first 5D Ben 10 cinema and the largest Ben 10 store in the world.[11][12]
Attractions
- The Powerpuff Girls - Mojo Jojo's Robot Rampage
- Ben 10: 5D Hero Time
- Adventure Time - The Ride of OOO with Finn & Jake
- The Amazing Ride of Gumball
- LazyTown
Live Shows
- CN Live Stage Show
Restaurants and Shops
- CN Feast
- Mr. Smoothy
- Richard’s Around the World Café
- Finn & Jake’s - Everything Burrito
- Cartoon Network Classics
- Cartoon Network Store
- The Amazing World of Gumball - The Store
- Lazy Store
- Ben 10 - Universe
Marvel
Marvel is another of the themed zones based on Marvel characters.[4] It was announced that this zone would feature the 3D media-based attraction, "Avengers: Battle of Ultron." The announcement made in early June, 2015, was made one month after the release of Marvel Studios' anticipated film "Avengers: Age of Ultron" in early May, 2015.[13]
Attractions
- Avengers: Battle of Ultron
- Hulk: Epsilon Base 3D
- Spider-Man: Doc Ock’s Revenge
- Thor Thunder Spin
- Avengers Flight of the Quinjets
Restaurants and Shops
- Tony's Skydeck
- Chang’s Golden Dragon
- Mama Scano’s Of Yancy Street
- Downtown Shawarma
- Marvel Universe
- Empire News and Comics
- Avengers Exchange
- Epsilon Command
- Daily Bugle Company Store
- Marvel Vault
Lost Valley-Dinosaur Adventure
Lost Valley-Dinosaur Adventure is an original intellectual property created for IMG Worlds of Adventure. This zone includes animatronic dinosaurs and roller coasters.[1]
Attractions
- The Velociraptor
- Forbidden Territory
- Predator
- Dino Carousel
- Adventure Fortress
Restaurants and Shops
- Spice Valley
- Carnivore Hut
- 360 Express
- The Explorer’s Supply
- Raptor Outpost
- LV Retail Cart
IMG Boulevard
IMG Boulevard is the fourth zone and welcomes and sets up guests for the other three zones.[12]
Attractions
- The Haunted Hotel
Restaurants and Shops
- Popcorn Factory
- Boulevard Gourmet
- Samosa House
- Flavors of Arabia
- The Coffeehouse
- Haunted Hotel Store
- World of Candy
- IMG Emporium
- Courage & Kind
- Adventure Photography
See also
References
- ^ a b "Dubai's Worlds of Adventures to open in early 2014". Arabian Business. May 2013. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ a b El Samad, Daria (April 14, 2014). "Dubai's IMG Worlds of Adventure theme park secures $326m funding from ADIB". arabianindustry.com. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ Quirke, Joe (June 11, 2014). "$1.9bn Dubai Living Legend project nearing completion after six year delay". Chartered Institute of Building. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ a b c d Barnard, Lucy (May 7, 2013). "World's largest indoor theme park in Dubai to star Marvel's Iron Man, Spider-Man and the Hulk". The National. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ Kassem, Mahmoud (April 13, 2014). "Firm behind Dubai's IMG World of Adventures has Dh1.2bn loan arranged by ADIB". The National. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ a b c Algethami, Sarah (April 3, 2014). "IMG Worlds of Adventure receives rides". Gulf News. p. 2. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ Hinson, Tamara (August 12, 2013). "11 top theme parks opening soon". CNN. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ Algethami, Sarah (January 25, 2014). "IMG Worlds of Adventure to open in mid-2014". Gulf News. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ "IMG Worlds of Adventure". IMG Worlds of Adventure. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ "Lennard Otto IMG Worlds of Adventure". www.blooloop.com. Retrieved 2016-10-01.
- ^ Clarke, Kelly (May 6, 2014). "Dubai ready to take on Disney World". Khaleej Times. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ a b "IMG Worlds of Adventure to Cement Dubai's Position as the Complete One-Stop Destination for Entertainment and Leisure". City of Arabia. May 4, 2014. Retrieved July 20, 2014.
- ^ (June 10, 2015) Falcon's Creative Group Realizes Avengers Battle of Ultron Attraction at IMG Worlds of Adventure. **MarketWatch.com** Retrieved August 4, 2015.