Funtopia has announced its partnership with GICSA, a leading developer and operator of shopping centres and commercial real estate in Mexico. The step comes as part of the company’s strategy of expanding and strengthening its franchise concept and places Funtopia firmly on Mexican territory.
Funtopia’s concept is based on the idea of providing children and families activities and healthy entertainment, combining sports and fun under one roof in indoor adventure parks. Funtopia facilities also include private spaces for groups, customized rooms for birthday parties, and are adapted for a variety of programs such as team buildings, fundraisings and community events.
Funtopia is already present in Europe, USA, Australia, Israel and Malaysia with an increasing number of facilities opening every year since its creation in 2012.
“We are really enthusiastic about this partnership. Mexican territory presents immense opportunities for active entertainment industry and together with GICSA – an undisputable local leader in development, we are confident about our future success and expansion in Mexico.”
– Yasen Nikolov, general manager of Funtopia North America
The opening of the first location in Mexico, jointly orchestrated by GICSA and AFF is scheduled for Fall 2018. It will be located in the brand-new shopping centre in Cholula, Puebla. The conveniently situated facility will offer Funtopia signature attractions such as Fun Walls, Ninja Course, Ropes Course, Realistic Caving Systems and the first electrical Roll Glider in North America.
“I believe that the first Funtopia in Puebla will rapidly become a massively popular family destination, because of the amazing infrastructure and fantastic attractions that we managed to put in place. The opening of the Puebla location has become the first step towards the new era of shopping malls where experiences are the key attraction.”
– Alan Jaime – business development manager at GICSA
The next Funtopia will open in Queretaro in spring 2019, but GICSA and Funtopia are planning to open many more locations all across Mexico, including Mexico City, as well as Monterrey, Guadalajara, Riviera Maya and others.