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ATLAS Developments

Developments

The places shaping what comes next in attractions, leisure and entertainment.

Visual note: Images are AI-generated conceptual illustrations for editorial purposes, not official project renderings or representations of approved designs.

Selected developments

17 developments. A global perspective.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: coastal hotel buildings and tropical pools.

Resort & waterpark

Aquatique Pattaya

Pattaya, Thailand

AWC and Universal Destinations & Experiences plan a DreamWorks Animation-themed hotel and indoor-outdoor waterpark within Aquatique, connecting family entertainment with Pattaya’s beachfront hospitality destination.

Hotel & waterpark announced

DreamWorks hotel: Q1 2033 target

Project information & sources

A new chapter for beachfront entertainment

Developer
Asset World Corporation (AWC)
Announced partner
Universal Destinations & Experiences
Planned programme
Approximately 300 hotel rooms and a 16,000 m² themed waterpark
Opening qualification
AWC’s Q1 2033 target applies to the planned DreamWorks hotel, not the entire Aquatique destination.

Sources & further reading

  • AWC · announcement, 4 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  • blooloop · original Brief coverage (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: landscaped lake and leisure destination viewed from above.

Theme park & destination

Universal United Kingdom Resort

Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Universal’s planned Bedford resort combines a theme park, a 500-room hotel and retail, dining and entertainment. Initial enabling works are underway, with opening planned for 2031.

Enabling works underway

Planned opening · 2031

Project information & sources

A major new destination for the United Kingdom

Developer & operator
Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of Comcast NBCUniversal
Location
Bedford Borough, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom
Planned programme
Theme park, 500-room hotel, retail, dining and entertainment
Latest verified activity
Universal confirms initial on-site enabling works; Bedford Borough Council lists a planned 2031 opening.

Sources & further reading

  • Universal · project and works update (opens in a new tab)
  • Bedford Borough Council · opening programme (opens in a new tab)
  • blooloop · Edition 001 coverage (opens in a new tab)
  • blooloop · Edition 002 update (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: coastal resort landscape, hotels and marina.

Theme park & resort

VidantaWorld BON

Vallarta–Nuevo Nayarit, Mexico

Grupo Vidanta’s Beauty of Nature theme park brings original stories, attractions and hospitality to its Mexican resort destination. A phased opening for resort guests is announced ahead of the wider public launch.

Preparing for soft opening

Soft opening announced · 24 October 2026

Project information & sources

Nature and storytelling on Mexico’s Pacific coast

Developer
Grupo Vidanta
Investment
Approximately US$1.5 billion, reported by Grupo Vidanta
Opening programme
Soft opening announced for 24 October 2026, initially for resort guests; general public opening planned for April 2027.
Phased delivery
Grupo Vidanta says the seven themed worlds will open progressively through December 2027. Announced dates remain subject to change.

Sources & further reading

  • Grupo Vidanta · announcement, 24 September 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  • blooloop · original Brief coverage (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: fantasy leisure district around a lagoon at sunset.

Theme park expansion

Universal Studios Japan — reported expansion

Osaka, Japan

Nikkei reporting selected for Edition 001 describes a possible expansion using land near Universal Studios Japan. Universal had not confirmed the reported plans in the cited coverage.

Reported expansion · unconfirmed

No confirmed opening date

Project information & sources

A reported next chapter in Osaka

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-08-28
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-08-28 (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: distant coaster silhouettes beside a landscaped lake.

Roller coaster

Six Flags Magic Mountain — Thrill Glider

Valencia, California, United States

Six Flags Magic Mountain has announced Thrill Glider with Vekoma. The suspended multi-launch concept combines a face-forward riding position with technologies associated with flying and motorbike coasters.

Attraction announced

2027 announced in the selected Brief story

Project information & sources

A distinctive new riding position

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-09-14
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-14 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: fantasy town and castle beside a lagoon.

Attraction renewal

Efteling — Raveleijn & Ravenring

Kaatsheuvel, Netherlands

Efteling’s programme combines a renewed Raveleijn area and stunt show with the new Ravenring attraction, alongside updated dining and retail facilities.

Renewal programme announced

See the original announcement for the opening programme

Project information & sources

A new chapter for Raveleijn

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-09-03
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-03 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: large aquarium viewing window and visitor gallery.

Aquarium

Constanța — new aquarium

Constanța, Romania

The selected Brief story reports a funding contract for a new aquarium at the Constanța Natural Sciences Museum Complex on Mamaia Boulevard. This is distinct from the older seafront aquarium.

Funding contract reported

Opening date not established here

Project information & sources

A new setting for marine discovery

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-08-27
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-08-27 (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: tropical waterpark pools and slide towers.

Waterpark

Great Tides Waterpark

Great Stirrup Cay, Bahamas

Norwegian Cruise Line’s Great Stirrup Cay waterpark combines slide attractions, a leisure river and family splash areas. Edition 001 featured the destination’s reported opening.

Opening reported in Edition 001

Refer to the operator for current availability

Project information & sources

Island leisure takes a new shape

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-09-04
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-04 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: luminous woodland pavilion, water and suspension bridge.

Indoor attraction

Dollywood — NightFlight Expedition

Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, United States

NightFlight Expedition adds an indoor hybrid coaster and whitewater-raft experience to Dollywood’s Wildwood Grove, with luminous nature themes. Edition 001 featured its reported opening.

Opening reported in Edition 001

Refer to Dollywood for current availability

Project information & sources

An immersive Smoky Mountain adventure

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-08-21
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-08-21 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: colourful indoor multi-level play structures.

Indoor entertainment format

iP2 × Walltopia — ZAFARI

Multiple locations; no single site identified, Multi-site format

iP2 and Walltopia’s ZAFARI format combines active attractions, themed media and digital missions with operations, food and retail. It is designed for compact indoor venues rather than one named destination.

Format announced

Venue-specific opening dates not established here

Project information & sources

A compact model for active entertainment

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-21
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-21 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: sculptural civic-style pavilion in an urban plaza.

Museum

Lucas Museum of Narrative Art

Los Angeles, California, United States

The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art occupies a new campus in Exposition Park. Its programme explores visual storytelling across popular and fine art; Edition 002 featured the museum’s launch.

Opening featured in Edition 002

See the museum for current visitor information

Project information & sources

A campus dedicated to visual storytelling

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-21
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-21 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: illuminated waterfront promenade and distant towers.

Theme park & resort

Disney Theme Park Resort Abu Dhabi

Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Disney and Miral have announced a waterfront theme-park resort on Yas Island. The project brings a new Disney destination to Abu Dhabi.

Resort announced

No official opening date established here

Project information & sources

A waterfront destination on Yas Island

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 001
Source published
2026-08-25
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-08-25 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: evening amusement promenade with a distant observation wheel.

Visitor technology

Chimelong Spaceship — robot deployment

Zhuhai, Guangdong, China

AGIBOT and Chimelong’s announced deployment covers visitor interaction, entertainment, education and hospitality operations. This story concerns technology at an existing destination, rather than a newly announced park building.

Deployment reported in Edition 002

Technology deployment; not a new venue opening

Project information & sources

Technology across the visitor journey

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-25
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-25 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: daylit covered leisure atrium with planted terraces.

Indoor waterpark

Mattel Wonder Indoor Waterpark

Bellevue, Nebraska, United States

Mattel’s planned Bellevue attraction brings branded family water leisure to an indoor, climate-controlled venue. The announced programme includes a retractable roof and year-round operation.

Waterpark announced

Late 2027 announced in the selected Brief story

Project information & sources

Year-round family water leisure

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-10-02
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-10-02 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: contemporary gallery-like interior and reflecting water.

Museum expansion

The Met — Tang Wing

New York City, United States

The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Tang Wing project renews its provision for modern and contemporary art. The selected Brief story reports groundbreaking for the wing within the existing museum setting.

Groundbreaking reported in Edition 002

Opening date not established here

Project information & sources

A new home for modern and contemporary art

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-16
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-16 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: tropical exploration setting with animal figures.

Family attraction expansion

O’Fun Park — 2027 expansion

Le Bernard, Vendée, France

O’Fun Park’s announced Zamperla programme includes Mine Discovery, its first family coaster, and three other family rides. The park has a Wild West identity.

Attractions announced

2027 season announced in the selected Brief story

Project information & sources

Four additions for a family park

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-23
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-23 (opens in a new tab)
  • Project / operator reference (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.

AI-generated conceptual illustration: indoor winter-themed leisure village and suspended cabins.

Themed hotel

Futuroscope — fourth themed hotel

Chasseneuil-du-Poitou, France

Futuroscope’s reported fourth hotel is a 240-room, four-star property with a science-fiction theme. The selected story describes a pedestrian connection to Aquascope.

Construction reported in Edition 002

2028 reported in the selected Brief story

Project information & sources

Hospitality extends the destination

Editorial scope
Selected development · Industry Brief Edition 002
Source published
2026-09-29
Information boundary
Brief/source snapshot. See linked sources for subsequent changes.

Sources & further reading

  • Original Brief source · 2026-09-29 (opens in a new tab)

Information reflects the linked Brief and source snapshots. Plans, status and announced dates may have changed.