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Disney's new CEO has overseen a huge transformation of the Disney parks. Take a tour

Josh D’Amaro begins his first day as Disney CEO on Wednesday.

Disney's new CEO has overseen a huge transformation of the Disney parks. Take a tour

TL;DR

  • Josh D’Amaro is the new CEO of Disney.
  • He previously led Disney Experiences, managing parks, cruises, and consumer products.
  • Disney is investing $60 billion in parks over the next decade.
  • The company is doubling its cruise ship fleet by 2031 and building a park in Abu Dhabi.
  • Disney is investing $1.5 billion in Epic Games (Fortnite).
  • New attractions include Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, Mickey and Minnie’s Runaway Railway, World of Frozen, and upcoming lands based on 'Cars,' 'Monsters, Inc.,' and 'Encanto.'
  • Disneyland Abu Dhabi is planned for 2030.
  • Upcoming projects also include a Spider-Man-themed land in Shanghai.