Miral Group (company)

Miral Group

Company type	Private
Industry	Travel
Founded	2011;14 years ago (2011) [1]
Key people	Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak (Chairman) Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi (CEO)
Subsidiaries	Miral Destinations Miral Experiences Yas Asset Management

Miral is an Abu Dhabi-based company specializing in the creation of leisure and entertainment destinations. These projects aim to enhance the region's leisure industry and support economic diversification. The company's operations include the design, development, management, and operation of various attractions on Yas Island and Saadiyat Island. ^[2]

Major Attractions

• Ferrari World Abu Dhabi: Known as the world's leading Ferrari-themed park, it offers over 40 rides and attractions inspired by Ferrari, including several record-breaking roller coasters.
• Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi: An Emirati-themed waterpark featuring a wide variety of rides, slides, shows, and attractions, catering to different levels of thrill seekers.
• Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi: This indoor theme park is the largest of its kind, showcasing iconic Warner Bros. characters and stories.
• CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi: A sports attraction renowned for its unique challenges, including the world's tallest indoor climbing wall and the widest skydiving chamber.
• Yas Marina: A fully serviced superyacht marina offering dining and entertainment options.
• Yas Bay: A waterfront destination designed to attract residents and professionals, featuring various amenities and recreational facilities.
• Etihad Arena: The largest indoor entertainment arena in the UAE, with a customizable stage and seating for up to 18,000 spectators.
• The WB™ Abu Dhabi: The world’s first Warner Bros. branded hotel, offering an immersive hospitality experience.
• Doubletree by Hilton – Yas Island Residences: Providing serviced accommodations in partnership with Hilton Worldwide.
• Yas Village: A modern, affordable accommodation development on Yas Island.
• Qasr Al Watan Experience: Located within the Presidential Palace compound, this cultural landmark offers insights into the UAE’s heritage and features a visitor experience and light show.
• SeaWorld® Abu Dhabi : This marine life park includes a research, rescue, rehabilitation, and return center and is the first SeaWorld park outside North America.

Saadiyat Island Initiatives

Miral is also involved in managing Saadiyat Island's Destination Management Strategy ^[3] , in line with the Saadiyat Vision 2025. This strategy aims to enhance the island's cultural significance and contribute to Abu Dhabi's tourism ecosystem. In collaboration with DCT Abu Dhabi, Miral is developing major projects such as teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi. ^[4]

On May 7, 2025, Miral and The Walt Disney Company announced a partnership to build Disneyland Abu Dhabi on Yas Island. ^{[5] [6]}

Contributions

Miral plays a crucial role in supporting the growth of Abu Dhabi's leisure and entertainment sectors, aligning with the emirate's vision for tourism development. ^[7] Through its diverse range of attractions and initiatives, Miral aims to create memorable experiences for visitors from around the world.

References

1. "About the developer". Metropolitan Capital Real Estate. Retrieved 2024-05-23.
2. Mitchell, Bea (2023-11-21). "Miral: all you need to know about Abu Dhabi's developer of immersive attractions and experiences". Blooloop. Retrieved 2024-06-25.
3. WAM. "Yas, Saadiyat Islands enhance Abu Dhabi's leading position on world's best tourist destinations". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 2024-06-25.
4. "Group CEO Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi reflects on Miral's success". Economy Middle East. Retrieved 2024-08-23.
5. Ulaby, Neda (2025-05-07). "Disney's newest theme park will be in Abu Dhabi". NPR. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
6. Chen, Natasha (2025-05-07). "Disney announces a new theme park in Abu Dhabi, its first new resort in a generation". CNN. Retrieved 2025-05-10.
7. Salian, Neesha (2022-11-30). "Cover feature: How Miral is transforming Abu Dhabi with its grand vision" . Retrieved 2025-12-29.

External links

• Official website