Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has revealed its launch plans of the world's largest
indoor theme park with an opening celebration a day earlier than anticipated.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will open to the public for the first time, starting
at seven o'clock in the evening on Wednesday 27th October 2010. Guests will be
able to experience a wide variety of rides and attractions and join in the
special festivities with shows, dedicated entertainment and free souvenirs.
"We are excited to open our doors to the public earlier than previously
anticipated, on Wednesday 27th October 2010 and we look forward to welcoming
many guests to mark this historic day," said Claus Frimand, General Manager,
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. "This will be the beginning of an exciting Inaugural
Period, with the start of operations at the world's first Ferrari theme park."
"The Inaugural Period will continue throughout November, leading up to a
Grand Opening in December with the official launch of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi,"
he added.
During Ferrari World Abu Dhabi's Inaugural Period, families and
racing fans will be able to experience the legendary Ferrari passion, history
and culture through various rides and attractions, in addition to unique
shopping and dining experiences. From the world's fastest rollercoaster, Formula
Rossa; the region's first dueling roller coaster, Fiorano GT Challenge and the
4-D experience inside Speed of Magic; Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will offer a truly
amazing experience for every member of the family.
Ticket prices range
from AED 225 (about $61) for guests above five feet tall, and AED 165 (about
$45) for visitors below that height. Guests can upgrade their experience with a
Premium Ticket, which will give them priority on all attractions and access to
an exclusive lounge with refreshments, as well as other benefits. Premium
Tickets cost AED 375 (about $102) for guests above five feet and AED 270 (about
$74) for visitors that are shorter than that. All tickets provide unlimited use
of rides and attractions inside Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. The park will be
operating on a six-day a week schedule from Tuesday to Sunday, welcoming
visitors from 12 noon each day.
"Our operations team of nearly 850
dedicated staff is currently conducting comprehensive ride testing," added
Frimand. "They have all successfully completed extensive training programs on
safety procedures and are passionately working round the clock as we count down
the days to the Public Opening date."
"We are on schedule to open the
park with a wide selection of rides and attractions. We have managed to turn one
of the world's most exclusive brands into an extraordinary experience which
families and fans will come back for time and time again," concluded Frimand.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi will feature many Ferrari-inspired rides and
attractions that range from speed thrill rides to the world's most advanced
simulators and family-friendly attractions.