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Hong Kong Disneyland is on the eve of its official opening. Monday, numerous stars will show up at the park, while reporters from around the world will cover the opening ceremony. Moreover, Walt Disney Co.'s 11th theme park is set to boost the local economy. CRI Today takes a closer look at the grand opening, as well as at the economic interests behind the arrival of this glamorous new show in town.
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Curtain Rises on Hong Kong Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland is on the eve of its official opening. Monday, numerous stars will show up at the park, while reporters from around the world will cover the opening ceremony. Moreover, Walt Disney Co.'s 11th theme park is set to boost the local economy. CRI Today takes a closer look at the grand opening, as well as at the economic interests behind the arrival of this glamorous new show in town.
Chinese Vice-President Zeng Qinghong arrived in Hong Kong Saturday to kick off his three-day inspection tour, during which he is scheduled to attend the opening ceremony of the Hong Kong Disneyland.
 
 
  Key Words
• Disneyland
• The Walt Disney Company
• HK Disneyland
Hong Kong Disneyland to Open
Walt Disney Co. President Robert Iger says that Hong Kong Disneyland is "definitely ready" to open and calls it a giant step for the company's plans to break into China's huge market.
• Jacky Cheung, Coco Lee, Lea Salonga to Headline Disneyland Opening
• Zhang Ziyi to Open HK Disneyland
• HK Disneyland Won't Cut Capacity
• Plans Unveiled to Increase HK Disneyland Attraction
• All Tickets For Opening Day Of HK Disneyland Sold Out
v Economic Benefits from Hong Kong Disneyland
* Some 5.6 million visitors are expected to visit Hong Kong Disneyland in its first year.

*Hong Kong Disneyland estimates the park will generate HK$148.5 billion ($19 billion) in revenue over 40 years... ...
• Development History of Disneyland
• Where Does Disneyland Come From?
• Disneylands Around the World
  Opinions
[China Daily] Youth Excited about HK Disneyland
High earners and young people from the Chinese mainland are the most enthusiastic groups for visiting Hong Kong Disneyland, after it fully opens on September 12, according to a recent survey.
[The Motley Fool] When Mickey Met China
So here's to Hong Kong Disneyland. May any early complaints next week be eventually drowned out by the roar of the potential for brand ambassadorship in the world's most populous nation.
[The Los Angles Times] Disneyland's Cost a Hurdle for Chinese
A trip to the Hong Kong park may be too expensive for many, but fans are ready to go.
  Netizens
• When Will You Go to HK Disneyland?  Posted by cool cat
  The above articles do not represent the views of CRI.



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