DUBAI PARKS AND RESORTS
million visitors to Dubai . I don ’ t know how you ’ d achieve a number like that without something of this size and calibre being built ,” says Brian Machamer , Vice President , Theme Park Operations , DPR .
The calibre and magnitude of DPR is a true sight to behold , with three theme parks , a water park and a themed hotel integrated into the overall experience as well as over 50 themed retail , dining , and entertainment experiences on offer within the 234,000 square feet “ gateway ” between each park .
Spared no expense
As we walk around each park , Motiongate , Bollywood Parks , Legoland and Legoland Water Park , as well as the Riverland “ gateway ” it is somewhat overwhelming with a seemingly never ending offering of entertainment , food and activities . With Dubai Parks and Resorts , it really is a case of sparing no expense .
Make no mistake , DPR has something quite literally for everyone , all with the goal of serving that ultimate vision for Dubai .
“ With DPR , you want to influence people ’ s travel patterns and help create a more well-rounded experience . That is what ’ s going to take the average three-night stay of a tourist up to seven nights , which is ultimately what the city needs to take the next step and hit 20 million overnight tourists and beyond ,” Machamer says .
DPR is of course not the only theme park in the region , and Matthew Priddy , CTO of DPR , believes that only together can that goal be achieved .
“ We look at other venues as complimentary . Together it ’ s our goal to have a regional destination for tourists , not just something to do when you ’ re here ,” he says .
One such venue will be but a stone throw away from DPR . Though there are still new developments to come late this year , including a Lionsgate Hunger Games themed section of Motiongate , DPR has already begun construction on Six Flags Dubai , the first Six Flags branded theme park in the region . With an open date planned for late 2019 , the 3.5 million square ft ., AED 2.6 billion park will consist of 27 rides and attractions tailored towards the thrill seekers of all ages .
100 May 2017