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The Sandbox NFT Metaverse Partners Ocean Park – Blockchainreporter
The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, announced its partnership with Ocean Park The Sandbox & Ocean Park partnership Ocean Park announced a cooperation with The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and subsidiary of Animoca Brands, to develop breakthrough digital entertainment experiences in non-fungible token (NFT) […]
The Sandbox by Animoca Brands Corporation Ltd sends Ocean Park into the metaverse
“Not only are we transforming the park into all-new areas of retail, dining and entertainment, wellness and adventure, but we’re also heading into the metaverse to reimagine the way we engage consumers, how they connect with each other and their adventures at Ocean Park,” said Ocean Park CEO Ivan Wong. Animoca Brands Corporation Ltd subsidiary, […]
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Partners Begins Metaverse Journey With The Sandbox
Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park today announced a partnership with The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, to create groundbreaking digital entertainment experiences in the virtual world of non-fungible tokens (NFT) and games. . Introducing the theme park’s move into the metaverse, Ocean Park General Manager Ivan […]
Ocean Park makes its way into The Sandbox, while Ubisoft introduces IP elements to the metaverse
Ocean Park has made its way into The Sandbox, a leading decentralized gaming virtual world and a subsidiary of Animoca Brands, to create groundbreaking digital entertainment experiences in the virtual world of non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and games. “As Ocean Park celebrates its 45th anniversary in 2022, the park is transforming in many innovative […]
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The Marine Park or Ocean Park market report is a perfect basis for people who are looking for in-depth study and analysis of the Marine Park or Ocean Park market. This report contains study and miscellaneous information which will help you understand your niche and focus key market channels in the regional and global Marine […]
Ocean Park staff focus on environment during Hong Kong lockdowns
Although temporarily closed in response to the Hong Kong government’s current COVID-19 prevention guidelines, Ocean Park’s staff team is preparing for its reopening at any time while further expanding the attraction’s conservation work. to the community. Starting January 20, more than 380 employees split into small teams to participate in the conservation activity to collect […]
Ocean Park and Apple ifc mall among 15 locations hit with mandatory test notice
Ocean Park among 15 slapped locations with mandatory test notice. file photo. Fifteen sites in Hong Kong, including Ocean Park and the Apple ifc mall, have been named on mandatory testing notices after a preliminary confirmed case stayed in Hong Kong. In mandatory testing notices issued on Sunday, people who visited the scene must complete […]
Yoga, hiking and glamping: Ocean Park puts the eyes on outdoor enthusiasts
Glamping tickets for a new round of Green Staycation at Ocean Park are already 90% sold out, according to the park. With HSBC Life Well+ being this year’s main sponsor, the Green Staycation will be held from November 7 to December 18, during which visitors can attend yoga classes, go hiking and enjoy a camping […]
Ocean Park sees revenue drop 45% due to pandemic constraints
Ocean Park suffered a loss of HK$1.11 billion for the year ended June 30, while visitor numbers fell to 1.4 million as the park remained closed for more than five months. In fiscal year 2020-21, the park lost a net amount of HK$1.11 billion before government financial support of HK$1.45 billion received during the fiscal […]
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong is the first hotel in Hong Kong and Mainland China to achieve the internationally renowned WELL v2™ pre-certification
HONG KONG, October 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Sino Group (the “Group”) is delighted to announce that Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong (the “Hotel”) has achieved WELL Pre-certification under the WELL Building Standard™ v2. Pre-certification is a milestone achievement recognized by the International WELL Building Institute™ (IWBI™) that recognizes a project’s intent to implement health […]
Ocean Park Halloween Festival 2021
The annual Ocean Park Halloween Festival is back! Now the largest haunted land in Hong Kong, the park celebrates its 20th anniversary with a ton of immersive and experiential activities. Begin your adventure in the Kingdom of Jack O’Lantern and stroll through the mysterious garden filled with bizarre creatures and ghouls, before greeting the massive […]
Hong Kong’s Water World Ocean Park is open and has a prayer room and a halal restaurant
From bustling shopping spots to unique cultural celebrations, there are plenty of reasons why Muslim travelers would add Hong Kong to their to-do list. It’s a destination that keeps delivering and now there’s a new attraction you can look forward to the next time you go! Credit: @mr.ojp on Instagram The highly anticipated Water World […]
Ocean Park would seek to reposition itself as a resort rather than an amusement park
The loss-making Ocean Park is stepping up plans to offer more modern facilities and services to better meet visitor needs. It is now planning to turn into a resort instead of an amusement park, according to a report by Chant Tao everyday. Ocean Park’s executive director of operations and entertainment, Timothy Ng Sau-kin, said the […]
First glimpse of Hong Kong’s New Water World Ocean Park
September 26, 2021, 7:03 PM After four years of delay, Water World Ocean Park finally opened to the public in Hong Kong last week. Hong Kong’s long-awaited second gate to Ocean Park features 27 attractions spread across five themed areas, including Hong Kong’s first-ever indoor surf simulator, Surf Striker, as well as nine water slides, […]
Former Ocean Park CEO Joe Wong appointed permanent secretary for home affairs
Joe Wong Chi-cho (left) and Cherry Tse Ling Kit-ching (right). Joe Wong Chi-cho, who was the former CEO of Ocean Park, will take up his post as permanent secretary for home affairs on October 12. Wong joined the Administrative Service in July 1987 and attained the rank of Administrative Officer Grade A in April 2018. […]
Ocean Park opens Water World to boost business, eyes of international visitors
Ocean Park officially opens Water World today as park management and the Hong Kong government hope the site will become a favorite leisure destination for locals and international visitors for years to come. Water World covers nearly 6.5 hectares on a hill in Tai Shue Wan in the southern district. It welcomes a maximum of […]
Water World Ocean Park officially opens to the public on September 21
The highly anticipated Water World at Ocean Park will finally open its doors to the public on September 21! Comprised of five areas – Splendid Reef, Torrential River, Thrill Valley, Adventure Coast and Hidden Village – the park spans nearly 700,000 square feet of land and features 27 indoor and outdoor attractions suitable for visitors […]
Every ride at Water World Ocean Park, ranked
A very scientific, very precise, very objective classification of the Water World Ocean Park rides. Just in case you need a handy cheat sheet, come on September 21. Water World Water Park — billed as Asia’s first year-round water park – is a short shuttle ride from Ocean Park’s main entrance, covering nearly 700,000 square […]
Seven facilities at Hong Kong’s Water World Ocean Park unveiled
People check out the Water World Ocean Park project in Hong Kong, Sept. 2, 2021. Seven major facilities at Hong Kong’s Water World Ocean Park were first unveiled on Thursday. The park, which cost around HK$4 billion (about $514 million) and took more than five years to build, will officially open to the public on […]
Ocean Park is looking for development partners
HONG KONG, August 30, 2021: Ocean Park has issued a pre-qualification invitation to solicit potential partners to co-develop the park through a build-operate-transfer (BOT) model. It formally begins the two-phase procurement process for the implementation of Ocean Park’s future strategy. It starts with the current pre-qualification phase and will be followed by the tender phase […]
A fond farewell to the trio of old-school Ocean Park favorites
The Mine Train, Raging River and Abyss are scheduled to retire on August 31, following the grand opening of Ocean Park Water World. Or, grand reopening, if you, like me, are old enough to remember. I spent the better part of two decades commuting to and from southern Hong Kong. I live there, I went […]
Ocean Park moves forward with pre-qualification exercise to solicit potential partners for future development
The pre-qualification exercise will help pre-qualify respondents for the bidding process, maintaining a number of bidders while ensuring that they share the park’s vision on future development, conservation and education (C&E). Hong Kong – As its reflection exercise progresses to a new stage, ocean park today issued a pre-qualification invitation to solicit potential partners to […]
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Water World Ocean Park – “Asia’s first all-weather, year-round oceanfront water park” – is set to open to the public on September 21, 2021. As we say goodbye to some of the thrills of Ocean Park at the end of August, a new adventure is on the way! Originally planned for 2017, Hong Kongers have […]
Ocean Park celebrates 35 years of giant panda An An
Photo by Ocean Park. Last week, Ocean Park hosted the birthday parties of three giant pandas Ying Ying, Le Le and An An, who will turn 35 this month, billing themselves as the longest-living male giant panda under human protection. Of the history. Residing at the Hong Kong Jockey Club Sichuan Treasures, rescued An An […]
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park announces overhaul and new general manager
Struggling Hong Kong theme park Ocean Park has announced plans for a HK$6.8 billion (US$874 million) overhaul and revealed the appointment of a new chief executive. Ivan Wong Chi-fai, former general manager of the now defunct UA cinema chain, has been named the attraction’s new general manager. He will succeed tourism commissioner Joe Wong Chi-cho, […]
Ocean Park straddles Mine Train, Abyss and Raging River to close for late August
Three of Ocean Park’s most iconic attractions will retire at the end of August, marking the end of an era for the theme park as it prepares for a major overhaul. Fans will have until August 31 to ride the Mine Train, Abyss and Raging River before they are permanently closed. Of the three, Raging […]
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park opens Water World with 27 new outdoor and indoor attractions
Ocean Park has launched a wide range of new water attractions, including Hong Kong’s first-ever indoor wave pool New Water World Ocean Park is Asia’s first and only year-round beachfront water park The park offers 27 outdoor and indoor rides and slides, which are a mix of thrill rides and family attractions There are five […]
MPHK Group Selects Elation for IP Lighting Upgrade at Ocean Park Hong Kong
MPHK Group Selects Elation for IP Lighting Upgrade at Ocean Park Hong Kong hong kong – Ocean Park Hong Kong delights visitors with dynamic lighting upgrades courtesy of MPHK Group Ltd. and Elation Professional. The popular Hong Kong attraction has updated the exterior lighting at its iconic main entrance, as well as lighting upgrades for […]
Off the Beaten Path: How to Ride the Ocean Park Cable Car Rescue Trail in an Hour
You may have ridden all the roller coasters, tried your hand at cheesy carnival games and aah-ed and aah-ed at the resident pandas. But unless you’re off the beaten path, we can bet you’ve never experienced Ocean Park like this before. Located minutes from the MTR station, the Ocean Park Cable Car Rescue Trail is […]
Hong Kong Disneyland, Ocean Park to reopen
Hong Kong Disneyland has announced that it will reopen its park on February 19, 2021.[Photo/Xinhua] The government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) in China decided on Tuesday to ease the containment measures of the COVID-19 epidemic to allow certain sites, including theme parks, to resume their activities from limited way in response […]
Hong Kong trade pours cold water on planned debt-ridden Ocean Park makeover
Hong Kong tourist agents have cast a shadow of doubt over the financial viability of the government’s multimillion-dollar plan to turn cash-strapped Ocean Park into an adventure-themed resort destination without entry in the next two to three years. . The fate of the city’s iconic theme park has been decided after the government and Ocean […]
Ocean Park will transform into a new resort and leisure destination
At a press conference today, Ocean Park Chairman Lau Ming-wai announced that the park will no longer be a one-day attraction in the future. Ocean Park will soon change its focus to become a resort-like destination in two to three years, allowing visitors free access to retail, dining and entertainment areas and charging visitors only […]
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park faces bankruptcy as pandemic takes its toll
After being out of business for more than 100 days, the Shanghai Disneyland theme park has become the first Disney park in the world to officially reopen after a coronavirus shutdown. Online tickets for the first day of reopening sold out in just three minutes. Some Disney fans have taken special time off to fly […]
Ocean Park needs saving, not renovation, admits Hong Kong government
Hong Kong’s iconic Ocean Park, which flourished a decade ago, is just a month away from bankruptcy, we learned on Monday. The coronavirus outbreak has now forced the territory’s government to change course, ending a previous plan to help the park reorganize and expand. This needs to be replaced with an outright rescue mission. “This […]
Ocean Park Marriott / Aedas Hotel
Ocean Park Marriott / Aedas Hotel Interior facade and lattice awning around the swimming pool. Image © Kris Provoost + 14 To share To share Facebook Twitter pinterest WhatsApp To post Or https://www.archdaily.com/935222/ocean-park-marriott-aedas Zoned Area of this architecture project Zoned: 33947 m² Year Year of realization of this architectural project Year: 2019 Photographs Text description […]
Hong Kong’s ocean park loses appeal to Greater Bay Area theme parks
The Hong Kong government has promised Ocean Park a HK$10.6 billion bailout to regain its status as a top attraction in the region. Authorities blame ongoing anti-government protests for the losses as well as growing competition from parks north of the border and record tourist numbers in mainland China. Recovery measures are urgent: a drop […]
Marriott Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s Ocean Park has finally welcomed its first hotel since it opened more than four decades ago. Prudence Lui settles into this highly anticipated property with her teenage daughter and finds a destination that will delight all ages First double bedroom SiteNothing beats its location. The property is right next to the entrance to […]
471 Room Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel Opens
471 Room Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel Opens Marriott Hotels on Friday opened the Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel, an iconic 471-room urban green resort just minutes from the heart of a city famous for its skyscrapers, offering a shiny new destination experience for business travelers. and families. “Marriott Hotels is delighted to […]
A luxury Marriott hotel in Hong Kong’s Ocean Park is set to open in early 2019
Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel — Photo by Marriott Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel — Photo by Marriott Hong Kong Ocean Park Marriott Hotel — Photo by Marriott A luxury hotel in Hong Kong’s Ocean Park will receive its first guests in early 2019 after being delayed for about six months, according to […]