Quick Guide to Asia’s Top 5 Family-Friendly Theme Parks for a Fun Summer

With summer vacation approaching, have parents started planning that rare family trip? This summer, consider taking the whole family abroad to enjoy a theme park adventure. It’ll not only delight the little ones but also help the grown-ups rediscover their long-lost inner child through beloved cartoon characters and thrilling rides. Below, we’ll introduce Hong Kong Disneyland, which has unveiled a brand-new themed area this year; Tokyo Disneyland, celebrating its 30th anniversary; LEGOLAND Malaysia, the only LEGO-themed park in Asia; Resorts World Sentosa, home to the world’s largest oceanarium; and Everland, South Korea’s most popular theme park. Grab your notebook and start planning your trip now!

Opened in May 2009, Hong Kong Disneyland has become one of Asia’s most popular emerging tourist destinations. The park features four major themed areas: Main Street, U.S.A., Fantasyland, Adventureland, and Tomorrowland. In 2008, two new attractions were added: “It’s a Small World” and the “Animation Academy.” In addition to these, following the debut of Grizzly Gulch last year, Hong Kong Disneyland has launched the world’s only “Mystic Point” themed area this year. It includes seven must-visit fantasy experiences: the Mystic Manor, Enchanted Garden, Explorer’s Club Restaurant, Mystic Point Gifts, Mystic Point Station, the Mystic Magneto-Electric Tram, and the Musical Starlight Parade. The park also houses two hotels, ensuring that those eager to explore every corner of Disneyland can do so conveniently without worrying about transportation or time constraints.

Opened on April 15, 1983, the Tokyo Disney Resort is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The grand celebration will run from April 15 until March 20, 2014 — a total of 340 days. During this period, Tokyo Disneyland’s most popular parade will fill the air with joyful music and lively dance, bringing visitors the spirit of music, friendship, and dreams. Paired with a spectacular fireworks show set to the 30th-anniversary theme song, the night sky and dazzling bursts of color will make the memories of the day even more magical. Tokyo Disneyland’s Cinderella Castle takes on an especially romantic glow, creating a warm and heartwarming atmosphere perfect for families, friends, or couples alike.

 

Additionally, DisneySea, which has been open for 12 years, is introducing a brand-new show exclusive to the marine park as part of the 30th-anniversary celebrations: “Happiness Greeting On The Sea,” where Disney characters sail the seas and greet every visitor around the ocean!

Asia’s only LEGO-themed park offers a brand-new play experience. As the world’s sixth LEGO park — following those in Denmark, the UK, Germany, and California, USA — LEGOLAND Malaysia features seven main themed zones and over 40 attractions. The highlight is the “LEGO Kingdoms” area, crafted from 30 million LEGO bricks, which showcases streets and landscapes from Malaysia and around the world at a true-to-life 1:20 scale. It’s truly breathtaking and perfect for kids and LEGO fans to build their own dream worlds.