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The Lego Movie World opening 27 May N
ow that Legoland California Resort is back open after being closed for 13 months, the family theme park in Carlsbad, California, is opening The Lego Movie World on 27 May. Kids and families will step onto the streets of Bricksburg and experience the Park’s newest and biggest adventure which brings the blockbuster films The Lego Movie and The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part, to life. The new land fully immerses guests into he Lego Movie universe and features six interactive attractions for all to enjoy. The flagship ride, Emmet’s Flying Adventure, allows guests to hop aboard Emmet’s triple decker flying couch for a thrill-seeking race against
his friends. In addition to Emmet’s Flying Adventure, a flying theatre from Brogent Technologies, children and their families will be able to enjoy the rush of falling from Unikitty’s Disco Drop by Zierer and experiencing the many personalities of the fearless feline. The adventure doesn’t stop there as guests can explore Benny’s Play Ship from Play Power, ride Queen Watevra’s Carousel by Chance Rides, create at Build Watevra You Wa’Na Build zone, meet Emmet and all his friends in Emmet’s Super Suite and enjoy tasty themed treats such as Cloud Cuckoo Crepes throughout the land.
Official operator of Saraya Aqaba Waterpark named
Eagle Hills Jordan, the largest developer in the Kingdom of Jordan, has appointed Farah Experiences LLC, a subsidiary of Abu Dhabi based Miral Asset Management LLC, to undertake the operations and management of the Saraya Aqaba Waterpark in Aqaba, Jordan. Saraya Aqaba Waterpark will be a world-class and first-of-its-kind park in Aqaba and the largest in the Kingdom. Set to be one of the key attractions within the larger Saraya Aqaba project, the Saraya Aqaba Waterpark will feature a diverse range of rides, experiences and water sports, in addition to family-friendly restaurants.
Farah Experiences was selected as the official operator of Saraya Aqaba Waterpark based on its breadth of expertise and impressive track record as a leading operator of numerous award-winning theme parks and leisure attractions. This appointment marks Farah Experiences’ first international addition to its portfolio of leisure attractions. Farah Experiences will be managing all day-to-day operations for
the waterpark, including: talent acquisition, facility management, rides operation, system & technology, finance, procurement as well as sales and marketing. Commenting on the announcement, Abdallah Al Fraihat, executive director of Eagle Hills Jordan said, “Eagle Hills is committed to delivering a truly world- class attraction to provide a new entertainment option for both the residents of Aqaba and its visitors. Saraya Aqaba Waterpark aims to rejuvenate local and family- friendly tourism in Aqaba, Jordan and for us to realise this ambitious goal we need to partner with capable and experienced operator. I am thrilled to announce the appointment of Farah Experiences, a trusted leisure and entertainment operator in the region, as the official operator of the waterpark. Farah Experiences’ impressive track record, operating some of the leading parks and attractions in the region, will be an asset to our park. We look forward to this partnership and to working hand-in-hand towards the upcoming launch of Saraya Aqaba Waterpark.”
Julien Kauffmann, CEO of Farah Experiences said, “We are excited to be appointed as the official operator of Saraya Aqaba Waterpark in Aqaba, Jordan. Over the years, Farah Experiences has garnered deep industry expertise managing and operating award-winning theme parks and attractions in Abu Dhabi. As such, we are thrilled to welcome Saraya Aqaba Waterpark to our portfolio of attractions and look forward to the launch of the waterpark later this year.”
Other parks and attractions that Miral’s Farah Experiences operates include Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, CLYMB Abu Dhabi, and Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi’s presidential palace.
6 SPRING PART 2 2021
Discovery Americas and KidZania partner
Discovery Americas, the Mexico- focused private equity fund manager, together with KidZania, the global edutainment company, have formed a strategic partnership in which Discovery has become a minority shareholder in KidZania. Discovery Americas is one of the pioneers of private equity in Mexico, with a 20-year track record of investing in high growth companies across a wide range of industries, including transportation and logistics, education, financial services, and healthcare. “As an experienced investor with a demonstrated track record of success, Discovery Americas is the ideal partner to support KidZania as it continues to uplift and inspire children and families around the world,” said a spokesperson.
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