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Rankings: Walt Disney tops theme park groups

Walt Disney Attractions has retained its crown as the biggest theme park group in the world, according to an index released by the Themed Entertainment Association. Walt Disney welcomed more than 157 million visitors worldwide in 2018, a 4.9 percent increase year-on-year. Last year, attendance at themed attractions at the major operators exceeded 500 million for the first time in history. This is equivalent to almost 7 percent of the world's population, according to the report. It was accomplished by focused capital investment, technology-enhanced products, intellectual property-based stories, and destination tourism development. The index shares attendance numbers for the world's top theme parks, water parks and museums, accompanied by expert analysis. Visit our website to find out more.

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