Shanghai Disney Resort is celebrating its tenth anniversary of operation today. Walt Disney Company Chief Executive Officer Josh D’Amaro stated, "From the very beginning, we believed we could create a unique experience unlike any other, deeply integrating Disney storytelling with Chinese culture in a novel way. Today, after welcoming over one hundred million guests, Shanghai Disney Resort has become one of the proudest achievements of the Walt Disney Company. As we mark this grand ten-year milestone, reflecting on the past and looking to the future, what fills me with the greatest anticipation is that this is just the beginning."
Shanghai Shendi (Group) Co., Ltd. Chairman Guan Taoping said, "Over the past decade, Shanghai Disney Resort has embarked on a collaborative journey of deeply cultivating the local market and co-creating joy, a journey of exploration in cultural fusion and mutual learning among civilizations, and a journey of driving regional and interconnected industry development. We sincerely thank our partner, the Walt Disney Company, and all the dedicated builders and dream-makers who contributed their hard work and wisdom to the project's creative design, development, and operation. Standing at the new starting point of the next decade, Shendi Group will continue to deepen and expand its cooperation with the Walt Disney Company. Building on the success of Shanghai Disney Resort, we will continue to develop the Shanghai International Resort into a world-class multi-day tourism destination, accelerate the layout of the resort's 'multi-day economy' business formats, and build a more vibrant and competitive 'culture and tourism plus' industrial ecosystem."
Shanghai Disney Resort President and General Manager Andrew Bolstein remarked, "Along the way, our guests and fans, community and partners, cast members and Imagineers, as well as our shareholders, have collectively written the story of the resort's success. I sincerely thank every partner who has journeyed with us on this magical adventure. Throughout the resort's ten-year development, we have continuously expanded and grown, constantly pioneered innovation, and remained committed to the relentless pursuit of excellence. Building on the foundation and accomplishments of this decade, we firmly believe the future of Shanghai Disney Resort will be even more spectacular."
It is reported that in October 2025, Shanghai Disneyland welcomed its one hundred millionth guest since opening, reaching this significant milestone in just over nine years of operation. Currently, Shanghai Disneyland is expanding its ninth themed land, the "Spider-Man Themed Land." Upon completion, this area will feature the first large-scale Marvel-themed attraction within Shanghai Disneyland, alongside unique shopping, dining, and entertainment experiences.
Furthermore, the hotel portfolio at Shanghai Disney Resort continues to grow. Based on the high popularity of the resort's two existing themed hotels—Shanghai Disneyland Hotel and Toy Story Hotel—the resort has announced the expansion to include a third and fourth themed hotel. The third hotel will be adjacent to the Shanghai Disneyland Hotel, while the fourth will be just steps away from the main entrance of Shanghai Disneyland.
Today, Shanghai Disney Resort officially announced the name of its third themed hotel: Shanghai Disney Wish Hotel. This hotel will feature 400 guest rooms and, upon completion, will offer guests expansive views overlooking Shanghai Disneyland and Wishing Star Park. Guests will be able to begin their stay at the Shanghai Disney Wish Hotel this winter.
It is also noted that several major expansion projects are steadily progressing at Shanghai Disney Resort, including the capacity expansion of the park's iconic attraction, "Soaring Over the Horizon." Additionally, this past March, the resort introduced several new entertainment experiences, including the "Magical Heart" castle stage show, the refreshed "Mickey's Storybook Express" parade, and the newly enhanced "Illuminate! A Nighttime Celebration" fireworks spectacular featuring a special magical finale for the 10th anniversary. To further support cast members, a new residential community specifically for frontline cast members is also under construction.
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