Saturday, March 22, 2014

Gusteau's Sign Now in Place at WDS Ratatouille Site !


The big news of the day is the arrival at the WDS Ratatouille site of the awaited Gusteau's sign, which is now in place on the top of a parisian building. I'll have on Monday a fantastic photo update on the Ratatouille works as there is plenty of things new to see, so don't miss it!

Share With the World Your Celebration of It's a Small World 50th Anniversary with the IASW 50 Website !



What you see above is the cool home page of the It's  Small World 50th Anniversary web site. According to Disney Parks Blog "You can participate in this historic celebration by recording and sharing an online video of yourself singing “it’s a small world” on our new global online hub SmallWorld50.com. At the site, you can also create virtual “it’s a small world” dolls to share with your friends. The Walt Disney Company will donate $150,000 to benefit UNICEF in honor of the 50th anniversary of “it’s a small world,” plus $1 for every sing-along video recorded on SmallWorld50.com and another $1 for every virtual doll created on the website, up to $100,000.

On April 10, hundreds of voices from Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan, Disneyland Paris in France and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will come together to sing the unforgettable theme song of the “happiest cruise that ever sailed the seven seas.”

The picture will make a great wallpaper so click on it to get it in big size - you have the choice between with or without the title - and go share your IASW online video at SmallWorld50.com !


Pictures: copyright Disney

Walt and the NY World's Fair It' a Small World Model


Above, Walt with the NY World's Fair It' a Small World building model. Also, the It's a Small World article below is now updated with new pictures and vidoe so you might want to have a look at it again!

Picture: copyright Disney

Friday, March 21, 2014

Global Sing-Along to celebrate It's a Small World 50th Anniversary !



It's a Small World, will celebrate its 50th and golden anniversary on April 10!

"On Thursday, April 10, 2014, hundreds of voices from Disneyland Resort in California, Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, Tokyo Disney Resort in Japan, Disneyland Paris in France and Hong Kong Disneyland Resort will sing the unforgettable theme song of the 'happiest cruise that ever sailed the seven seas,' " Disney Parks and Resorts said Friday.

To initiate the merrymaking, a virtual sing-along is being launched Friday at SmallWorld50.com, where fans "may record videos of themselves singing the classic song" and create virtual dolls to benefit the United Nations Children's Fund.


For every video recorded and digital doll shared, the Walt Disney Company will make a donation to benefit UNICEF, $100,000 in total. This will be in addition to a $150,000 gift the company has already earmarked for the organization, which works in more than 190 countries and territories to save and improve children's lives."





From People online: "The public first heard the theme song on April 22, 1964, the opening day of the 1964 New York World's Fair.

Along with a lifelike Abraham Lincoln who stood up and talked, dinosaurs that hovered over newly introduced Ford Mustangs, and a General Electric presentation about America's technological progress, Walt Disney – the fair's "farthest flung impresario," as The New York Times described him – also presented what would prove to be the expo's most popular draw: It's a Small World – a Salute to UNICEF, "in which visitors enjoy a 10-minute boat ride seeing scenes of foreign lands," reported the newspaper.



Of all people, it was semi-retired Hollywood star Joan Crawford – despite her reputation for mistreating her own kids – who pushed to have Disney honor the world's children.

As the widow of Pepsi-Cola's late CEO Alfred Steele, Crawford sat on the Pepsi board. When the company hesitated in hiring Disney for the pavilion it would sponsor at the fair, Crawford reputedly put her formidable foot down – and Pepsi sponsored It's a Small World.


"Disney's realistic robots," said Time magazine, "stalk the fair. [Small World] has about 350 of them, doll-size, flanking a boat ride that children seem to like more than anything else. Scottish dolls climb steep plaid mountains, Iranian dolls fly on Persian carpets, and French dolls cancan."

During peak periods, the ride – which during its development was called Children of the World – drew up to 40,000 fairgoers a day at 90 cents per adult (about $6.75 today) and 65 cents for those under 12. By the end of its two-year New York run, Small World had been seen by 10 million people.





Knowing it was too good to tear down along with the rest of the fair, "Mr. Disney," said The Times, "has all future rights to It's a Small World, which he may move to Disneyland, in California."

And so he did – situating it directly north of the Matterhorn in the newly expanded Fantasyland, where it opened under a sparkly new edifice on May 28, 1966."

 Watch the original It's a Small World at NY World's Fair thanks to the video below!




Pictures and videos: copyright Disney

Aladdin The New Stage Musical Debut on Broadway!


ALADDIN, the musical is now playing on Broadway! Aladdin, the Broadway musical had its Broadway premiere last night and is adapted from the Disney film and centuries-old folktales including "One Thousand and One Nights," is brought to fresh theatrical life in this bold new musical. Aladdin's journey sweeps audiences into an exotic world of daring adventure, classic comedy and timeless romance. This new production features a full score, including the five cherished songs from the Academy Award-winning soundtrack and more written especially for the stage.

Now, i've found for you plenty of great pictures as well as videos - including of the show premiere - and let's start by pictures of the show and characters. The first pic below shows Aladdin played by Adam Jacobs. All pictures were shot by Cylla Von Tiedemann and are in high-res, so click on each to enjoy them in big size!




Next is a picture of the Genie played by James Monroe Iglehart. 


Princess Jasmine is played by Courtney Reed, here with Brandt Martinez.


The cast of Aladdin in the Arabian Nights sequence.


Aladdin and Jasmine.


Both, in "A Million Miles Away "sequence.



The first video below is a first look at the main characters and the quite nice, i must say, designed costume.




This next video invites you to join the cast as they sing with the orchestra for the very first time.




Next, a short video of opening night, yesterday!




The four next videos shows the real thing - the show itself - and this first one shows the "One Jump Ahead" sequence.




Next, is the video of "A Million Miles Away" scene with Aladdin and Jasmine.




The next video below shows Aladdin singing the song "Proud of your boy".




...and the next video shows the finale of the Broadway musical.




Now, although it's two different shows i also include this next video of the whole show of Disney's Aladdin - A Musical Spectacular at California Adventure as the filming is excellent and you'll probably be pleased to see it again or even to discover it for those of you who've never seen it.




Disney's Aladdin the new stage musical is now playing on broadway, so make sure to book your seats on the site HERE next time you go in New York!


Pictures and videos: copyright Disney

First Concept-Arts For Avengers: Age of Ultron !


Marvel released the first concept arts for Joss Whedon's Avengers: Age of Ultron, and these features designs for Aaron Taylor-Johnson's Quicksilver, Elizabeth Olsen's Scarlet Witch, and as surprising as it looks even a fight between the Hulk and Tony Stark’s Hulkbuster armor!




Also include below the short sneak peek video of "Avengers: Age of Ultron" from Marvel: Assembling a Universe broadcast by ABC three days ago. With a bit of luck they'll also show some actual footage of the movie at the next Comic-Con.




Picture and video: copyright Marvel

Thursday, March 20, 2014

No Plans to Remove Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage Ride at Disneyland to Build Star Wars Land, Says Iger


A short but important news from the Disney stockholders meeting as Screamscape reports that Bob Iger confirmed at the meeting that "there are no plans to remove the Finding Nemo Submarine Voyage ride at Disneyland, and that it will reopen in the fall, as planned, after an extensive rehab. Iger also confirmed that they are working on plans to add more Marvel and Star Wars to Disneyland… but just not in that spot." Well, that's good news indeed but does it mean there won't be a Star Wars land at Disneyland? Not necessarily, although the rumor of a Star Wars - Marvel third park at Anaheim can be reactivate...
Thanks to Screamscape for the info!

Also, Disney and IMAX signed a deal and the new Star Wars Trilogy will be released in IMAX as well as several movies including Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Tomorrowland, and of course Star Wars: Episode VII. You have the full press release on D&M Facebook page HERE.


Tokyo Disneyland Announces Jungle Cruise New Version : Jungle Cruise : Wildlife Expeditions - Opening Sept 8 !



Tokyo Disneyland announced officially that a new version of Jungle Cruise – Jungle Cruise: Wildlife Expeditions – will debut at this fall at TDL: The new version will feature enhanced special effects and lighting, new original music, and a new “nighttime” version that will offer guests a thrilling new look at the jungle. Jungle Cruise: Wildlife Expeditions will officially open at the park September 8, 2014!

Here is the official press release:

Tokyo Disneyland Attraction Jungle Cruise to be Revamped

URAYASU, CHIBA— Oriental Land Co., Ltd. announced that the Tokyo Disneyland® attraction, Jungle Cruise, located in Adventureland, will be revamped with the new version opening in autumn 2014.

The Jungle Cruise, which has been popular since Tokyo Disneyland Park opened in 1983, takes Guests on an adventurous cruise through the jungles with a humorous skipper at the helm. The revamped version of the attraction will have new lighting effects and other special show effects. In addition, a specially written musical sound track will be heard throughout the attraction for the first time in any Jungle Cruise. Also, an after-dark only “night cruise” will provide a unique take on the jungle adventure.

The new Jungle Cruise will offer Guests an adventure that is even more thrilling than before. From on board the attraction’s boats, Guests will explore jungle landscapes full of wild animals with the help of their daring and comical skipper who guides them through the beauty and dangers of this exotic world. The adventure includes a startling encounter with one of the animal spirit guardians in the ruins of a lost jungle temple.

Note : Jungle Cruise is sponsored by JX Nippon Oil & Energy Corporation.

The attraction will be closed from January 6, 2014 for this renovation work.

Attraction Facts

Reopening Date : Autumn 2014

Ride Duration : about 10 minutes

Boat Capacity : 32 persons

Length of Ride: about 670 meters

Total Investment : about 1.6 billion yen

Picture : copyright Beourguest podcast

DreamWorks Jeffrey Katzenberg Unveil Plan for Shanghai Dream Center !


Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation and Chinese partner Li Ruigang, Chairman & CEO of China Media Capital, together with representatives from the Shanghai government unveiled today designs for the 15 billion yuan ($2.4 billion) and 463000 square meters entertainment complex in Shanghai, expanding Hollywood's growing ties with China.




From Associated Press: The "DreamCenter," will open in 2017 and will have a 500-seat IMAX cinema with international film festivals and red carpet events in mind, bars, restaurants and performance venues, the companies said. It will also showcase a "Dream Avenue" theater district modeled on London's West End and New York City's Broadway.


The project is led by "Kung Fu Panda" and "Shrek" maker DreamWorks Animation, Chinese investment fund CMC Capital Partners, whose owners include state-owned companies, and Hong Kong developer Lan Kwai Fong.


"This will become the world's third great urban center of entertainment and arts alongside New York's Broadway and London's West End," said DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg at a news conference in a former cement factory, which will become one of the performance venues.


The area near the 2010 Shanghai Expo site in the city's west will also include the headquarters of animation production company Oriental DreamWorks, a joint venture between DreamWorks and Chinese partners which will produce "Kung Fu Panda 3."
Below, a digital rendering of the 500-seat IMAX cinema.


The 15-hectare (40-acre) site includes eight outdoor events plazas. The project gives Shanghai an opportunity to diversify beyond its status as a financial and manufacturing center by adding media and cultural industries.


Another project highlighting Hollywood's influence in China is Shanghai Disneyland, the first Disney park on the Chinese mainland. It is scheduled to open in the city's Pudong district at the end of next year. Below, a rendering of the future Dream Center office buildings in Shanghaî.


Here is another short video of the announcement ceremony.




Pictures: copyright Dreamworks Animation

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Godzilla International Trailer Released, with New Footage !


A new international trailer for Godzilla has been released with plenty of new footage in it. Looks great and i can't wait for May 16 to see it!





Picture and video: copyright Warner, Legendary pictures

Mondo Frozen Poster


In their series of Disney Movies tribute posters - see last week post HERE - Mondo released a new one, and this one is a beautiful Frozen poster!

Picture: copyright Mondo, Disney

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Shanghaî Disneyland "Treasure Cove" POTC Land Artwork Unveiled !



The icing on the top of the cake during this WDC shareholder meeting came when was unveiled this fantastic rendering of Shanghaî Disneyland "Treasure Cove", the Pirates of Caribbean land - click on it to see it in mega high-res.

"Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle of the Sunken Treasure" is the title of the ride and  will feature characters and settings from the 4-movies film franchise inspired by the theme park attraction. It will include Captain Jack Sparrow and Davy Jones as main characters, "but also likely to feature many of the supporting roles missing from the rest of the Pirates rides worldwide".


The land will include along with the POTC ride a full scale pirate ship, Indian canoes, and other Pirates-inspired elements.  A Pirates stunt show was also envisioned but not confirmed  yet.


“Pirates of the Caribbean is one of the most iconic attractions in our parks, and we really couldn’t imagine Shanghai Disneyland without Pirates,” said Bob Iger, Disney chairman and CEO. “We wanted to create a one-of-a-kind experience that would appeal to our Chinese guests while remaining true to its Disney heritage.”

For the first time ever, a Disney Park will be home to a Pirates-themed land—Treasure Cove—and an e-ticket attraction called Pirates of the Caribbean: Battle of the Sunken Treasure. The attraction will feature a combination of new technology and innovation to bring guests along a pirate adventure with Captain Jack Sparrow and Captain Davy Jones, providing our guests who visit the Shanghai Disneyland Park an experience unlike anything else in the world.


“We are extremely proud of all the work underway to bring the Shanghai Disney Resort to life,” said Tom Staggs, Chairman of Walt Disney Parks and Resorts. “And we’re excited to re-imagine the iconic world and characters of Pirates for the first time as an entire land that celebrates the creativity, imagination and adventure of both the fan favorite attraction and the popular film franchise.”


A Shanghaî Disneyland construction picture of Pirates of Caribbean was also released!


Pictures: copyright Disney, Shendi

Big Announcements From Bob Iger at WDC Annual Stockholders Meeting : Star Wars 7, Cars 3 , Incredibles 2, Shanghaî Pirates Land, and more !


The WDC annual stockholders meeting is currently happening and BIG news have been announced by Bob Iger himself  and already posted by Hollywood press: first, Iger announced that a Cars 3 and a Incredibles 2 sequels are in development , although no released dates have been announced. An Incredibles 2 is a very good idea indeed, and the script will be written by Brad Bird, hope Brad will direct it too. Answering to a question of a stockholder Iger said that no animated feature in 2D are in development.

Iger also talked about Star Wars Episode 7 and revealed that the story will happen 30 years "after" Episode 6 with "familiar faces" returning - guess who? - and "a trio of new leads".. No casting for Star Wars 7 was apparently announced and R2D2 seems to be the only robot who will be part of the new trilogy. 

Here is an excerpt from The Hollywood Reporter article just posted - full article is HERE:


"Walt Disney CEO Bob Iger disclosed Tuesday that Pixar is working on a new Cars movie and a newIncredibles film. He also said Frozen is close to surpassing Toy Story 3 as the biggest animated film of all time, and that the next Star Wars movie will pick up 30 years after the events in 1983's Return of the Jedi, a timeframe that conceivably would allow Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford and Carrie Fisher to play aging versions of their iconic characters, though Iger only hinted at such possibilities.

"There will be some very familiar faces along with a trio of new young leads," Iger said. "The team is well into preproduction and from the concept art that I have seen so far, Star Wars: Episode VII really looks amazing."

As for Pixar, the Disney CEO said: "We have plans for a new Cars movie and on top of that Brad Bird is already working on a great story for a new Incredibles film."



And from Variety:

"The new “Star Wars,” that J.J. Abrams is directing from London’s Pinewood Studios, will be set 30 years after 1983′s “Return of the Jedi” and will feature new and familiar faces.

“Girls” actor Adam Driver is in talks to play the villain in the new film. Others battling for lead roles include “Downton Abbey” thesp Ed Speleers, “Attack the Block” star John Boyega, “Breaking Bad” and “Friday Night Light’s” Jesse Plemons and theater actors Matthew James Thomas and Ray Fisher.

The news was announced on Star Wars’ Twitter account.

“Rumor has it that almost every actor in the world has been cast in this movie, but so far, the official cast member that we’ve confirmed, the only one, is R2D2. Played by R2D2,” said Disney chief Bob Iger at the company’s shareholders meeting in Portland, Oregon, on Tuesday.

During the early part of the two hour meeting he said, “I know many of you were hoping for some ‘Star Wars’ news, but it’s really early in the process, so there really isn’t much that I can share with you right now.

Iger also said a fifth installment of the Pirates of the Caribbean film franchise is in development but has not yet been green lighted.

Talking about Pirates, Iger also announced officially the Pirates Land for Shanghaî Disneyland. We knew it already but now it's official. Here is the Variety post about it:


"Disney’s Shanghai Disneyland will include Treasure Cove, a new themed land that will include a “Pirates of the Caribbean” ride designed specifically for Chinese guests.

The first look of the attraction was revealed at Disney’s shareholders meeting in Portland, Oregon, by Disney chief Bob Iger.

The new ride will be the first ride to be based on the “Pirates” films, and revolve around a battle for sunken treasure, and incorporating new effects and technology.

Disney has previously added Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow to the “Pirates” rides in its other parks and has a “Legend of Captain Jack Sparrow” walk-through show at the Hollywood Studios park in Orlando, but the Shanghai “Pirates” will be the first actual ride to be designed around the film franchise."



Last but not least ( so far ) D23 announced the next D23 Expo in 2015 and here is the news release:


All the magic and excitement of the past, present, and future of Disney entertainment will come together once again under one roof when D23: The Official Disney Fan Club presents the D23 Expo at the Anaheim Convention Center the weekend of Aug. 14–16, 2015. Each of Disney’s wonderful worlds will unite to celebrate what’s new and what’s on the horizon from theme parks, television, music, games, and films, including Pixar, the Muppets, Star Wars, and Marvel. 

Highlights planned for D23 Expo 2015 include the 2015 Disney Legends Ceremony, which honors the talented men and women who have made significant contributions to the Disney legacy; Treasures of the Walt Disney Archives, a collection of one-of-a-kind assets, props, and costumes curated by the Walt Disney Archives; and the Collectors Forum, where Disney fans can buy, sell, and trade Disney collectibles, memorabilia, and merchandise. Once again the event will feature a massive show floor full of special opportunities to see what’s on the horizon for Disney around the world—and guests may run into their favorite Disney stars, characters, Imagineers, animators, and filmmakers. Plus, the event will once again feature StagePass, the popular ticket distribution system that allows attendees to obtain a guaranteed seat for some of the Expo’s most popular presentations.

Advance tickets for D23 Expo 2015 will go on sale at D23Expo.com beginning August 14, 2014. D23 Members will receive special pricing on both one- and three-day tickets to the event, which is open to the general public. D23 Gold and Silver Members will also be entitled to early admission to the Expo show floor. D23 Charter Members will enjoy access to the Expo’s Charter Member Lounge. Members will also have an opportunity to purchase the Sorcerer Package, which provides a host of special benefits and amenities.

Don't miss the part two of this article with the fantastic SDL POTC land artwork HERE 

Pictures: copyright Disney - Pixar

Third Maleficent Trailer Brings New Infos About Maleficent Storyline AND the First Look of the Dragon!


That's it, the awaited third Maleficent trailer is released an it brings new infos about Maleficent storyline AND the first look of the Dragon!




Picture and video: copyright Disney



Captain America: The Winter Soldier Sequence Play By Kids



Here is a fantastically cute commercial for the Chevrolet Traverse that reimagines the trailer for Captain America: The Winter Soldier with kids playing all the roles. Believe me, watch it, you'll love it, the kids play perfectly like the actors in the original trailer and the whole thing is very well done!



Video: copyright Chevrolet

Seven Dwarfs Mine Train Logo Revealed !


Disney Parks and WDI revealed today the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train logo which looks great indeed! You have it above and those of you who didn't watched yet the WDI fist onboard video can watch it below!




Picture and video: copyright Disney

The Incredibles and Ratatouille to be Re-released in 3D !



We learn thanks to Screen Daily that Pixar will re-released in 3D The Incredibles and Ratatouille! The two movies are currently being prepped for a 3D release and Pixar’s director of 3D production Josh Hollander said about The Incredibles and Ratatouille 3D:

“Right now we’re working on The Incredibles, which is a lot of fun in 3D. I’m not sure what the release strategy for it will be. It’s been an interesting challenge to work on technology because - while the film was released 10 years ago - the technology is even older as it took four years to make.  We have a version of Ratatouille, which works really well in 3D and we’re trying to figure out exactly what the release strategy for that will be."
These films will be released after the 3D reissues of Toy Story, Toy Story 2, Finding Nemo, and Monsters Inc.

I think that we as an industry may have lost some of our audience for 3D with releases that didn’t beg for the medium or didn’t warrant the medium or didn’t use the median in a nuanced and sophisticated and comfortable way. I think it’s possible that we drove some folks away from 3D with the higher ticket price or whatever else. But I also think that as the industry settles on a more nuanced approach, I really hope and believe that the audiences will return.”

Picture: copyright Disney - Pixar

New Teaser and Banner Showing Maleficent with Wings !


Disney released a new teaser trailer and a banner for Disney's Maleficent, and we learned that Maleficent used to have wings when she was younger, which were stollen from her. A new full trailer will be released tomorrow, so stay tuned on D&M!




Picture and video: copyright Disney

Tom Hiddleston Sing as Young Captain Hook in The Pirate Fairy


Tom Hiddleston is the actor doing the voice of the young Captain Hook in "The Pirate Fairy" and Disney released a video singing and the animated footage on the same image. Have a look!




Picture and video: copyright Disney

Sunday, March 16, 2014

Introducing Disney News Central, a New website to Make Your Disney Fan Life Easier !


I'm pleased to introduce today a new website designed to make your Disney fan life easier! It's called "Disney News Central" and more than a website with articles and pictures it's a "tool" as daily, at a glance, you'll be able to see which are the last five articles posted on your favorite websites, with a direct link to each of them. Just like in New York "Grand Central" - where passengers takes trains to different destinations, with Disney News Central you'll choose each day your destination to more than 50 Disney fans websites ( and more will be added soon ). 

Here is the url: http://www.disneynewscentral.com/

Note: it works too without the three "w":  http://disneynewscentral.com/

And to make things easier, here is how Disney News Central works: 
Left column : web sites for Disney news and specialized mostly in U.S theme parks.
Center column : websites for Disney news and specialized in Imagineering, Attractions Design, Animation, and more.
Right column : websites with news about Disneyland Paris, WDW and Universal Studios, Asia theme parks and industry news.

A click on an article link will send you directly on the article page, and a click on a website banner will send to the website home page.
Go ahead, 
jump to Disney News Central to discover it, scroll down, choose an article, click on the link, and here you go!

Thanks to put Disney News Central in your bookmarks, and to share it with your friends. Hope it'll make each day your Disney fan life easier, and let me know in the comments if you like it! 

Spain Port Aventura to Open a €100M Ferrari Theme Park in 2016



Port Aventura announced they will open in 2016 a €100 million Ferrari theme park, close to the existing Port Aventura park. And it will include too a new premium hotel with 250 rooms! Below, high-res concept-arts and the full press release. This should be a great addition to the already excellent Port Aventura!


PortAventura Entertainment S.A.U. (“PortAventura”) has reached a licensing agreement with Ferrari S.p.A. (“Ferrari”) to establish “Ferrari Land”, a new theme park dedicated to the global brand of Ferrari within the PortAventura destination resort near Barcelona, Spain.
The new branded site (expected to open during 2016) will be the sole Ferrari theme park in Europe and will envisage a total investment of more than €100 million.


Ferrari Land will be built on a total surface area of 75,000 square meters and benefit from several rides (including the highest and fastest vertical accelerator in Europe)...



... a new premium hotel with 250 rooms and 5 star service, restaurants, shops and large simulation areas for car racing.


This new partnership with Ferrari, the world's most powerful brand for the second consecutive year (according to the annual Global 500 report, February 2014), and PortAventura (Europe’s second largest destination resort and the largest in the Mediterranean) will allow the resort to further improve its position as a leading European destination resort. At present, PortAventura receives nearly 4 million visits annually, of which nearly 50% are from outside Spain.


Andrea Perrone, Managing Director of Ferrari Brand, the subsidiary responsible for managing all activities regarding the use of the Ferrari brand said “After the successful experience of the Abu Dhabi Ferrari World we have received numerous requests to launch new Ferrari theme parks. After a thorough selection process, we have selected Investindustrial’s solid project backed by skilled and experienced people and the opportunity to bring the Ferrari allure in Spain where there are a lot of supporters and fans including a lot of tourists attracted also by the PortAventura destination resort. “Ferrari Land” will further strengthen the Ferrari brand in the region. “Ferrari Land” will appeal to entire families as well as Formula One supporters. We will continue to further look at the launch of additional Ferrari theme parks outside of Europe with no rush, while continuing to maximise the value of our prestigious brand without diluting it.”


Sergio Feder, PortAventura Executive Chairman: “Since entry we implemented a long term plan supported by well-known international brands to increase visitors to approximately 5 million yearly and to transform PortAventura into the best destination resort in Europe. Ferrari is an obvious choice not only for the values the brand represents, but also for their experience in the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi theme park. For us, it is also an honour to collaborate with such a worldwide recognized brand”.

Pictures: copyright Port Aventura - Ferrari