InPark Magazine Senior Correspondent Joe Kleiman was among the few industry journalists invited to the grand opening of SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on May 24, 2023, Miral Experiences‘ newest theme park on Yas Island and the first international and completely indoor SeaWorld branded marine life park. SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is themed around the concept of a single world ocean and how it connects to each of us. Here’s a guide to our extensive coverage, with articles on design firms PGAV Destinations, Thinkwell Group, and The Costume Connection by Kleiman and contributing writer Gabrielle Russon, along with walkthroughs of each of the park’s realms.
PHOTO TOUR: InPark visits SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi The park is intentionally designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, animal caretakers, and veterinarians.
Inside the “magic box”: SeaWorld ® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi brings the marine life theme park indoors While its exterior and entranceway appear unassuming, once inside, the magic is unleashed.
Miral enlists PGAV Destinations to design SeaWorld® Abu Dhabi The extensive, international portfolio of PGAV Destinations includes all the SeaWorld properties as well as many leading zoos and aquariums around the world.
Thinkwell: Innovative media on an unprecedented scale at SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi InPark explores how Thinkwell Group interacted with developer/operator Miral Group and with SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment.
Mermaids and dugongs: The Costume Connection helps celebrate marine life at SeaWorld Yas Island In 2019, during the design development phase, The Costume Connection was brought onto the project by Los Angeles-based Thinkwell Group.
Christie: Extending the World Ocean Christie laser projectors are employed at three of the park’s key attractions, expanding the storyline and visual perspective beyond the physical.
Miral Experiences discusses SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi on the Five Spot “Through the park’s immersive experiences, SeaWorld Abu Dhabi showcases Emirati values, maritime achievements, and advances environmental stewardship, honoring Sheikh Zayed’s legacy.”
