The Crown unveiled at Palm Jebel Ali to promote family tourism
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Dubai's leading property developer, Nakheel, together with Busch Entertainment Corporation, is planning a 380-acre development across the Palm Jebel Ali, called The Crown, targeting the families and conservation.
The Crown will include resorts, hotels, and four theme parks namely the Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Seaworld and the overy Cove. Construction of The Crown is expected to begin by the end of the year. It will be linked to the Palm Jebel Ali's main crescent through a tunnel on the western side and through a bridge on the eastern side.
The Corporate Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Busch, Joseph A Couceiro said "It makes a statement even for Dubai."
The Palm Jebel Ali has a unique marine life with 504 water-homes, which is the biggest number of water-homes in the world. Shaikh Mohammed's Floating proverb too, is likely to begin construction by the end of this year, he added.
Busch Gardens will mainly house African animals which can thrive in Dubai temperatures and the Seaworld and overy Cove will include dolphins and other marine life.
The Crown will be open for visitors by the year 2012, and will be mainly family-oriented, as Nakheel and Dubai intend to promote family tourism.
The project is still in the planning stages, but Couceiro revealed that they expect several million people in the parks every year.
The Palm Jebel Ali development, including The Crown, is likely to house 57 hotels and 23,000 rooms on the whole, out of which The Crown will contribute 3000 to 4000 rooms.
The Crown will include resorts, hotels, and four theme parks namely the Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Seaworld and the overy Cove. Construction of The Crown is expected to begin by the end of the year. It will be linked to the Palm Jebel Ali's main crescent through a tunnel on the western side and through a bridge on the eastern side.
The Corporate Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Busch, Joseph A Couceiro said "It makes a statement even for Dubai."
The Palm Jebel Ali has a unique marine life with 504 water-homes, which is the biggest number of water-homes in the world. Shaikh Mohammed's Floating proverb too, is likely to begin construction by the end of this year, he added.
Busch Gardens will mainly house African animals which can thrive in Dubai temperatures and the Seaworld and overy Cove will include dolphins and other marine life.
The Crown will be open for visitors by the year 2012, and will be mainly family-oriented, as Nakheel and Dubai intend to promote family tourism.
The project is still in the planning stages, but Couceiro revealed that they expect several million people in the parks every year.
The Palm Jebel Ali development, including The Crown, is likely to house 57 hotels and 23,000 rooms on the whole, out of which The Crown will contribute 3000 to 4000 rooms.
Labels: Nakheel, Palm-Jebel-Ali, Resorts, Theme-Parks, Tourism
Al Osaimi Group launches Dh.1bn luxury resort at Palm Jumeirah
Saturday, December 15, 2007
The Al Osaimi Group has confirmed that the construction work of the $272million (Dh.1 billion) luxury resort at The Palm Jumeirah, is progressing as scheduled, and will be ready by first quarter of 2008.
The Kuwait-based developer has taken the help of several firms for project consultancy, contracting and enabling works and project management, as this is their maiden project in the UAE. The project is located on the Crescent of The Palm Jumeirah.
During the first quarter of 2008, the developer will launch one million square foot project, in accordance with the agreement signed with Dusit International, one of the prestigious Thai hotel chains in the world.
At present, Al Osaimi is carrying on with the final stages of escrow registration process in compliance with regulations laid out by the Dubai Land Department, thereby preparing to launch early next year.
The project that spreads over an area of 95,000 square meters on The Palm Jumeirah, comprises a seven star luxury hotel, a five star family resort, and an upscale residential complex that includes 178 posh freehold townhouses, penthouses and a dozen chalets.
Being designed in traditional Indian manner, the hotel has 116 guestrooms and suites, while the Moroccan-themed family resort has 292 rooms and suites. The hotels offer excellent dining, themed landscaping, ballroom, and state-of-the-art amenities. The luxurious development will also include renowned Deverana Spa by Dusit, an authentic Thai-inspired rejuvenation, apart from internationally acclaimed service of Dusit International, incorporating Thai culture and hospitality.
Right from its inception 25 years ago, the Al Osami Group, has handled several projects in Kuwait, and in the Middle East, including commercial, residential, hospitality and retail developments. The company has a rich portfolio that covers various sectors including, construction, real estate investment, engineering, while the subsidiary firm of the group has spearheaded for 15 projects including the group's development on The Palm Jumeirah.
Social BookmarkingThe Kuwait-based developer has taken the help of several firms for project consultancy, contracting and enabling works and project management, as this is their maiden project in the UAE. The project is located on the Crescent of The Palm Jumeirah.
During the first quarter of 2008, the developer will launch one million square foot project, in accordance with the agreement signed with Dusit International, one of the prestigious Thai hotel chains in the world.
At present, Al Osaimi is carrying on with the final stages of escrow registration process in compliance with regulations laid out by the Dubai Land Department, thereby preparing to launch early next year.
The project that spreads over an area of 95,000 square meters on The Palm Jumeirah, comprises a seven star luxury hotel, a five star family resort, and an upscale residential complex that includes 178 posh freehold townhouses, penthouses and a dozen chalets.
Being designed in traditional Indian manner, the hotel has 116 guestrooms and suites, while the Moroccan-themed family resort has 292 rooms and suites. The hotels offer excellent dining, themed landscaping, ballroom, and state-of-the-art amenities. The luxurious development will also include renowned Deverana Spa by Dusit, an authentic Thai-inspired rejuvenation, apart from internationally acclaimed service of Dusit International, incorporating Thai culture and hospitality.
Right from its inception 25 years ago, the Al Osami Group, has handled several projects in Kuwait, and in the Middle East, including commercial, residential, hospitality and retail developments. The company has a rich portfolio that covers various sectors including, construction, real estate investment, engineering, while the subsidiary firm of the group has spearheaded for 15 projects including the group's development on The Palm Jumeirah.
Labels: Luxury Homes, New Hotels, Palm Jumeirah, Resorts
RAK Properties, Millennium Group signs deal for managing Mina Al Arab Resort
Tuesday, October 23, 2007
The leading real estate developer in Ras Al Khaimah, RAK Properties, has entered into a deal with Millennium Hotels and Resorts, an international hospitality group, for managing the Millennium Mina Al Arab Resort in Mina Al Arab, the multi-billion realty development. At present, Millennium manages nine hotels in the UAE.
Mina Al Arab real estate development, launched in May 2006, is a Dh.10billion waterfront community, covering 30 square feet of the development, with a variety of facilities, ranging from residential buildings, hotels, marinas, and theme parks, to restaurants, shopping arcades and cafes.
The Managing Director of RAK Properties, Mohammad Sultan Al Qadi says "Millennium is the most recognized hospitality brands in the world. Millennium Mina Al Arab will be an exciting and refreshing experience for its visitors, as it is a combination of top quality hospitality of Millennium, with Mina Al Arab's emphasis on heritage and nature."
Mina Al Arab real estate development, launched in May 2006, is a Dh.10billion waterfront community, covering 30 square feet of the development, with a variety of facilities, ranging from residential buildings, hotels, marinas, and theme parks, to restaurants, shopping arcades and cafes.
The Managing Director of RAK Properties, Mohammad Sultan Al Qadi says "Millennium is the most recognized hospitality brands in the world. Millennium Mina Al Arab will be an exciting and refreshing experience for its visitors, as it is a combination of top quality hospitality of Millennium, with Mina Al Arab's emphasis on heritage and nature."
Labels: Mina Al Arab, RAK Properties, Ras Al Khaima, Resorts, Water front
ETA Star, ADCB sign MOU for construction of Taj Exotica Resort and Spa at Palm Jumeirah
Friday, October 05, 2007
ETA Star, together with the Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) has announced the construction of Taj Exotica Resort and Spa at The Palm Jumeirah, and has entered into an agreement to this effect.
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As per the agreement, ADCB will lend Dh.275million to ETA Star for construction of this superb resort complex. ETA Star plans to construct Taj Exotica Resort & Spa through a partnership with Taj Group of Hotels.
The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa is a luxurious five-star hotel development, depicting the style of conventional Palaces of Rajasthan. The highlight of the entire development is the 262 room 'Jiva Spa', which is likely to be the largest in the Middle East. The Spa comprises single and double treatment suites, meditation and yoga pavilions, beauty treatment rooms, fully equipped gyms and relaxation pools. Other facilities include Tennis Courts and Private beaches, and the swimming pools.
The Executive Director, ETA Star, Abid Junaid said that ETA Star has always aimed to provide only the best to its customers, by delivering state-of-the art projects without any comprises being made. The Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, on completion, will be the 'abode for modern-day royalty'. He assured that the project will provide its occupants all perks that a regal hospitality would offer.
Labels: ETA-Star, Luxury Homes, Palm Jumeirah, Resorts
Dubai World joins hand with 'One & Only' for luxurious Zanzibar Resorts
Thursday, October 04, 2007
Dubai World has announced its partnership with 'One& Only Resorts' for development and management of its new luxury resort in Zanzibar, worth $150million, due to be opened in 2009. Dubai World, managers and supervises the portfolio of real estate projects and businesses for the Dubai Government.
'One&Only Zanzibar' will feature a 50-room residence, a 150-room luxury hotel, and a spa retreat, on a 76-Hectare site at Muyuni Beach in Zanzibar. Located on an exclusive part of Zanzibar, facing an island of coral reefs, the Muyuni Beach houses some of the leading dive sites in Africa.
The resort is situated just 45 minutes away from the island's renowned world heritage site, The Stone Town. It is just 15-minutes away by flight from Dar Es Salam, and is easily accessible by flight from Dubai and Nairobi.
The Chairman of Dubai World, Sultan bin Sulayem says "Zanzibar resort aims to be known as the most luxurious and beautiful resort destinations in the world. Hence our choice of partners is of utmost importance for this project. We are delighted about our relationship with One & Only and its Parent company, Kerzner International. One&Only Resorts will be known as the hallmark of excellence and a truly spectacular property."
The One&Only Resorts is one among the premier luxury hotel brands with six resort properties in the Maldives, Mexico, Mauritius, Bahamas and Dubai.
Social Bookmarking'One&Only Zanzibar' will feature a 50-room residence, a 150-room luxury hotel, and a spa retreat, on a 76-Hectare site at Muyuni Beach in Zanzibar. Located on an exclusive part of Zanzibar, facing an island of coral reefs, the Muyuni Beach houses some of the leading dive sites in Africa.
The resort is situated just 45 minutes away from the island's renowned world heritage site, The Stone Town. It is just 15-minutes away by flight from Dar Es Salam, and is easily accessible by flight from Dubai and Nairobi.
The Chairman of Dubai World, Sultan bin Sulayem says "Zanzibar resort aims to be known as the most luxurious and beautiful resort destinations in the world. Hence our choice of partners is of utmost importance for this project. We are delighted about our relationship with One & Only and its Parent company, Kerzner International. One&Only Resorts will be known as the hallmark of excellence and a truly spectacular property."
The One&Only Resorts is one among the premier luxury hotel brands with six resort properties in the Maldives, Mexico, Mauritius, Bahamas and Dubai.
Labels: International, Real Estate Company, Resorts
Emaar launches sales of its Samarah Dead Sea Jordanian project in Dubai
Thursday, August 23, 2007
The country-subsidiary of Emaar Properties, Emaar International Jordan, has launched the sale of its hi-tech residential project, Samarah Dead Sea Golf & Beach Resort in Dubai on August 18th.
The project, overlooking the Dead Sea, comprises Mediterranean styled homes, within a vibrant retail center and a Spa and Wellness Village.
The Emaar International Jordan General Manager, Steve McCartt, said "The Samarah Hillside homes will provide a lifestyle experience for Jordan through integration of several leisure amenities in close proximity. Jordan has witnessed keen interest from Dubai investors including the Jordanian community in Dubai. Through this sales launch in Jordan and Dubai, we wish to offer a purchase opportunity for Jordan and international investors."
Samarah Dead Sea Golf & Beach Resort is owned by The Dead Sea Touristic and Real Estate Company, a venture of Emaar Properties PJSC. The project aims to energize the Jordanian economy with particular focus on tourism growth and luxury property development.
At present, Emaar is launching the sales of homes within the Hillside comprising two and three bedrooms ranging 314 to 404 sq. mts., in size. The multi-functional residential community is situated opposite to the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center.
Social BookmarkingThe project, overlooking the Dead Sea, comprises Mediterranean styled homes, within a vibrant retail center and a Spa and Wellness Village.
The Emaar International Jordan General Manager, Steve McCartt, said "The Samarah Hillside homes will provide a lifestyle experience for Jordan through integration of several leisure amenities in close proximity. Jordan has witnessed keen interest from Dubai investors including the Jordanian community in Dubai. Through this sales launch in Jordan and Dubai, we wish to offer a purchase opportunity for Jordan and international investors."
Samarah Dead Sea Golf & Beach Resort is owned by The Dead Sea Touristic and Real Estate Company, a venture of Emaar Properties PJSC. The project aims to energize the Jordanian economy with particular focus on tourism growth and luxury property development.
At present, Emaar is launching the sales of homes within the Hillside comprising two and three bedrooms ranging 314 to 404 sq. mts., in size. The multi-functional residential community is situated opposite to the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center.
Labels: Emmar, International, Investment Property, New Developments, Resorts, Sales
Iberotel Hotels & Resorts to manage Dh.800million project in Fujairah
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Iberotel Hotels and Resorts, a company that manages high-end resort and hotels in Italy and Egypt, has now been designated to manage a three-phase project, worth Dh.800 million in UAE by a German travel company named Tui, and Dubai based company called Travco Emirates.
The General Manager of Iberotel, Ashraf Helmy, said that the overall project in Fujairah, will be completed by 2009, and will comprise of two resort hotels, a dining and shopping area, so as to make it a self-contained community, but will not house residential complexes.
The first phase of the project, is the Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort, a five star hotel development with spa, aqua center, wellness facilities, and watersports such as windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving and para-sailing.
The Al Aqah Beach Resort is a five star development worth Dh.250 million. It will include 300 rooms, 18 suites, out of which two have private swimming pools. The construction of hotel, which began last year, will be open from next month.
The project has been designed by Rami Eidhahan, the famous Egyptian architectural house, and is rooted in Arabic culture and heritage.
Helmy mentioned that the Travco project is going on inline with Fujairah's efforts to develop its resort sector into well-known hospitality industry. Apart from beautiful beaches in Fujairah, the local government is banking on its archaeological sites and mountain chains to attract several multi-billion property investments.
Social BookmarkingThe General Manager of Iberotel, Ashraf Helmy, said that the overall project in Fujairah, will be completed by 2009, and will comprise of two resort hotels, a dining and shopping area, so as to make it a self-contained community, but will not house residential complexes.
The first phase of the project, is the Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort, a five star hotel development with spa, aqua center, wellness facilities, and watersports such as windsurfing, kayaking, snorkeling, scuba diving and para-sailing.
The Al Aqah Beach Resort is a five star development worth Dh.250 million. It will include 300 rooms, 18 suites, out of which two have private swimming pools. The construction of hotel, which began last year, will be open from next month.
The project has been designed by Rami Eidhahan, the famous Egyptian architectural house, and is rooted in Arabic culture and heritage.
Helmy mentioned that the Travco project is going on inline with Fujairah's efforts to develop its resort sector into well-known hospitality industry. Apart from beautiful beaches in Fujairah, the local government is banking on its archaeological sites and mountain chains to attract several multi-billion property investments.
Labels: Fujairah, New Developments, New Hotels, Resorts
Fujairah found ideal for resort development
Thursday, August 16, 2007
While most emirates in the UAE are working on construction of commercial and residential projects, Fujairah is in the process of developing hi-tech resort and hospitality sector.
The emirate has already drawn innumerable multi-billion dirham real estate investments due to its ideal location of Indian Ocean beachfront, archeological sites and mountain chains.
However, Fujairah still lags behind other emirates in UAE when it comes to residential properties for non-GCC nationals.
Roger Wikinson, the Sharjah-based Northern Emirates Property Managing Partner, has termed the status of real estate sector in Fujairah as "low-key" in comparison to other emirates. He mentioned that the infrastructure to accommodate the expansion of freehold projects, is lacking in Fujairah. But, it can surely turn out to be a well-established tourism and hospitality sector.
The main factor for this lack of activities in freehold market is the lack of regulations that govern the ownership of freehold properties for expatriates.
However, there are no barriers pertaining to investment in tourism and business sectors. Zenath Real Estate, part of Khalid Abdullah Al Ghurair Group, announced plans to construct 220-room hotel in Fujairah Corniche, worth Dh.150 million.
Other recent developments in Fujairah includes the Mina Al Fajer Resort, a mountain-sea resort property, worth Dh.600 million, which comprises 200 rooms five star hotels managed by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The Resort also includes 48 mountain villas, a marina, 13 solarium villas and eighty marina apartments, apart from five-star restaurant. The hotel is scheduled for completion towards end of 2009.
The emirate has already drawn innumerable multi-billion dirham real estate investments due to its ideal location of Indian Ocean beachfront, archeological sites and mountain chains.
However, Fujairah still lags behind other emirates in UAE when it comes to residential properties for non-GCC nationals.
Roger Wikinson, the Sharjah-based Northern Emirates Property Managing Partner, has termed the status of real estate sector in Fujairah as "low-key" in comparison to other emirates. He mentioned that the infrastructure to accommodate the expansion of freehold projects, is lacking in Fujairah. But, it can surely turn out to be a well-established tourism and hospitality sector.
The main factor for this lack of activities in freehold market is the lack of regulations that govern the ownership of freehold properties for expatriates.
However, there are no barriers pertaining to investment in tourism and business sectors. Zenath Real Estate, part of Khalid Abdullah Al Ghurair Group, announced plans to construct 220-room hotel in Fujairah Corniche, worth Dh.150 million.
Other recent developments in Fujairah includes the Mina Al Fajer Resort, a mountain-sea resort property, worth Dh.600 million, which comprises 200 rooms five star hotels managed by Fairmont Hotels and Resorts. The Resort also includes 48 mountain villas, a marina, 13 solarium villas and eighty marina apartments, apart from five-star restaurant. The hotel is scheduled for completion towards end of 2009.
Labels: Fujairah, Investment Property, New Hotels, Resorts
The Aldar Resort deal awarded to Six Construct
Sunday, July 22, 2007
Aldar Properties, the leading Abu Dhabi developer, has awarded the construction contract of its Al Gurm Resort Residential villas to Six Construct.
The construction will include the supervision of the infrastructure development, and its related service. The luxury villas will be developed in different phases and is scheduled for completion by May 2009.
The Al Gurm Resort will be located in the tropical mangrove forests of Abu Dhabi, on the edge of waters with lagoons and indigenous wildlife, with about sixty species of birds. The resort will consist of seventy three luxury homes, and about 158 five-star suites and will be managed by the Banyan Tree Hotel Resorts.
The Aldar Chariman, Ahmad Al Sayegh, said "Aldar is proud of the Al Gurm Resort project. Apart from being an icon for Abu Dhabi, the stunning residential development will significantly add to the already expanding tourism sector of the emirate, through the world-class hotel that is likely to be established."
Social BookmarkingThe construction will include the supervision of the infrastructure development, and its related service. The luxury villas will be developed in different phases and is scheduled for completion by May 2009.
The Al Gurm Resort will be located in the tropical mangrove forests of Abu Dhabi, on the edge of waters with lagoons and indigenous wildlife, with about sixty species of birds. The resort will consist of seventy three luxury homes, and about 158 five-star suites and will be managed by the Banyan Tree Hotel Resorts.
The Aldar Chariman, Ahmad Al Sayegh, said "Aldar is proud of the Al Gurm Resort project. Apart from being an icon for Abu Dhabi, the stunning residential development will significantly add to the already expanding tourism sector of the emirate, through the world-class hotel that is likely to be established."
Labels: New Contracts, New Hotels, Resorts
The Oberoi Group of India to open hotels in Dubai and Abu Dhabi
Sunday, June 03, 2007
Oberoi, the leading luxury hotel developer of India, plans to operate two hotels, one each in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, representing the entry of the group into the fast emerging regional tourism destination.
At Abu Dhabi, Oberoi plans to manage a resort property and a city hotel, though the developers are yet to be known. An agreement has already been signed for construction of a hotel in Dubai, which is a part of the Dh.800 million property project being developed by Rani International at the Business Bay.
The Chairman of the Group, P.R.S. Oberoi, mentioned that the company’s development plan is focused on Asia and Middle East.
Oberoi Group has thirty two hotels in five countries already, and is planning to launch new properties at Muscat, Maldives, Marrakesh, Cambodia, Thailand and Sharm Al Shaikh. It also has about a dozen hotels under development.
Oberoi said "It is very difficult to make a target. You have to have the right partner, the right location, and the right market. We are only going to build luxury hotels, and not big ones."
Oberoi insists on checking out the 'reputation' of potential investors before signing a contract, rather than the amount of money the investor has.
Social BookmarkingAt Abu Dhabi, Oberoi plans to manage a resort property and a city hotel, though the developers are yet to be known. An agreement has already been signed for construction of a hotel in Dubai, which is a part of the Dh.800 million property project being developed by Rani International at the Business Bay.
The Chairman of the Group, P.R.S. Oberoi, mentioned that the company’s development plan is focused on Asia and Middle East.
Oberoi Group has thirty two hotels in five countries already, and is planning to launch new properties at Muscat, Maldives, Marrakesh, Cambodia, Thailand and Sharm Al Shaikh. It also has about a dozen hotels under development.
Oberoi said "It is very difficult to make a target. You have to have the right partner, the right location, and the right market. We are only going to build luxury hotels, and not big ones."
Oberoi insists on checking out the 'reputation' of potential investors before signing a contract, rather than the amount of money the investor has.
Labels: Abu Dhabi, New Hotels, Resorts
White Bay project in Umm Al Quwain
Thursday, November 09, 2006
Shaikh Abdullah Bin Rashid Al Mualla, Umm Al Quwain Deputy Ruler, and Shaikh Tariq Bin Faisal Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Emirates Investments Group LLC (EIG) have recently signed an agreement for the establishment of White Bay.
White Bay is proposed to be a master planned community and tourism resort in Umm Al Quwain. The project is worth more than Dh8 billion. It will be marketed and managed by Emirates Sunland Group (ESG). ESG is 50:50 partner of Sunland Group, an Australia based property Development Company, and UAE-based Emirates International Holdings Ltd.
White Bay is proposed to be a destination for those who would like to experience the facilities and services of a world-class resort, all in the natural environment of Umm Al Quwain.
Social BookmarkingWhite Bay is proposed to be a master planned community and tourism resort in Umm Al Quwain. The project is worth more than Dh8 billion. It will be marketed and managed by Emirates Sunland Group (ESG). ESG is 50:50 partner of Sunland Group, an Australia based property Development Company, and UAE-based Emirates International Holdings Ltd.
White Bay is proposed to be a destination for those who would like to experience the facilities and services of a world-class resort, all in the natural environment of Umm Al Quwain.
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