Disneyland HK finds new ways to attract Indians

"The total attendance to the park has been pegged around 5.9 million for last year and it has grown by 13 per cent the previous year. India is important country among international guests mainly from the Asian countries and we have found the number of visitors from India has been growing," says Wendy Chu, Director, Marketing.

Located on 25 hectares of land reclaimed in Penny's Bau Lantau Island, the newest of the five theme park built by Disney around the world is just a short trip from India to Hong Kong.

"With only 46 hours short flight to Hong Kong and a hassle free visa Indians to choose this as a short get away," says Chu.

Wendy had earlier this summer hosted 37 children and their families from India. The children had won the Jet Set Go contest by Disney channel, which offered them a two day stay at Hong Kong Disneyland as part of the prize.

With numerous kiosks and walk in counters offering fast food along with the resort's two hotels offering a range of meals including vegetarian options, food should not be a problem for Indian visitors.

"We offer a variety of cuisine for our guests and with the number of Indian visitors rising we have a team of Indian chefs within the park to cater to specific needs and dish out curry buffets and Indian themed meals," says Chu.

Also, in the past year the theme park has played host to a number of film personalities. Cast of Danny Boyle's Oscar winning film "Slumdog Millionaire" paid the resort park a visit. (MORE)