Dubai Lagoon properties
The contemporary styled Dubai Lagoon is a unique residential apartment community planned around a stunning sapphire lagoon set in the heart of New Dubai. This development ranks as the premier apartment residence.
The man-made lagoon creates a permanent romantic setting in a community that has fast become a homeowner’s dream. With the apartments and walkways surrounding the bank, the lagoon’s constant filtration system ensures the water remains fresh, sapphire blue, and doesn’t stagnate.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Dubai Lagoon properties
Dubai Investment Park 2 properties
Dubai Investment Park 2 properties
A total land area of 38,000 square meters will be utilised to construct this sports facility, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2006. The facility, being built by contractors Khan Sahib, is located near phase 1 and 2 of the labour accommodation in Dubai Investments Park.
As per the MoU, Seven Seas Shipchandlers will donate facilities including flood lights for the cricket field, which will be called DIP Cricket Club. It will also be solely responsible for the maintenance of the entire facility.
'Providing recreational and sporting facilities to the labourers residing in the Park will contribute to their overall well-being and give them a chance to relax after a long day at work. Cricket and football are certainly the most popular games in the UAE, and we hope that this sports facility is fully utilised by tenants and labourers of DIP. Building a facility like this complements our larger goal of promoting inter-company sports activities which kicked off with the recently-held Dubai Investments Park Inter-Company Olympiad 2006,' said Omar Al Mesmar, General Manager, Dubai Investments Park.
'We appreciate the role played by Seven Seas Shipchandlers to ensure that all the required facilities for the cricket field are ready on time. On our part, we will provide them with all the administrative assistance they would require to make the sports facility functional,' Al Mesmar added.
Dubai Investments Park, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments, epitomizes the city within city concept of a modern, environmentally friendly mixed-use industrial, business, residential and recreational development.
Dubai Investment Park 1 properties
Dubai Investment Park 1 properties
A total land area of 38,000 square meters will be utilised to construct this sports facility, which is expected to be ready by the end of 2006. The facility, being built by contractors Khan Sahib, is located near phase 1 and 2 of the labour accommodation in Dubai Investments Park.
As per the MoU, Seven Seas Shipchandlers will donate facilities including flood lights for the cricket field, which will be called DIP Cricket Club. It will also be solely responsible for the maintenance of the entire facility.
'Providing recreational and sporting facilities to the labourers residing in the Park will contribute to their overall well-being and give them a chance to relax after a long day at work. Cricket and football are certainly the most popular games in the UAE, and we hope that this sports facility is fully utilised by tenants and labourers of DIP. Building a facility like this complements our larger goal of promoting inter-company sports activities which kicked off with the recently-held Dubai Investments Park Inter-Company Olympiad 2006,' said Omar Al Mesmar, General Manager, Dubai Investments Park.
'We appreciate the role played by Seven Seas Shipchandlers to ensure that all the required facilities for the cricket field are ready on time. On our part, we will provide them with all the administrative assistance they would require to make the sports facility functional,' Al Mesmar added.
Dubai Investments Park, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments, epitomizes the city within city concept of a modern, environmentally friendly mixed-use industrial, business, residential and recreational development.
Downtown Jebel Ali properties
Downtown Jebel Ali properties
Downtown Jebel Ali will at once be a self-sustaining community and also integrated seamlessly with the rest of Dubai through a rich transport system, unrivalled in the region – a truly integrated community.
It is a development made even more impressive by the constraints of its physical area – eleven kilometres long by three hundred fifty metres wide and covering over two hundred hectares.
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Downtown Jebel Ali is made up of four quarters. Within each one, there are three distinctive districts: a modern, buzzing Urban Centre, with its huge variety of cafes, restaurants and entertainment facilities; a cool, shady Trellis District where people can walk in comfort all year round and children can play in safety; and a Medina, with its maze of pedestrianised alleyways and relaxed atmosphere.
Vision
At the heart of Downtown Jebel Ali is a fundamental need for balance - between work and leisure, family and friends, familiar and new. This is why Downtown Jebel Ali offers such a rich diversity of urban space and experience. A revolutionary new transport network delivers efficiency and choice, allowing people to walk in safety and comfort. Downtown Jebel Ali is committed to sustainability and making the right choices today for the generations to come tomorrow.
As important as the buildings within Downtown Jebel Ali will be the spaces between them. A network of plazas, arcades, parks and gardens will connect commercial, retail and residential areas, bringing people together as part of a genuine community.
New Destination
Stretching for 11 kilometres beside Sheikh Zayed Road and covering over 200 hectares, Downtown Jebel Ali will be at the heart of the most dynamic and strategically significant region of Dubai. Located between the Jebel Ali Free Zone Area and Techno Park with their wealth of commercial, employment and educational opportunities, Downtown Jebel Ali will also offer easy access to Dubai Waterfront, the Port of Dubai and the new International Airport.
The Transport and Reveloution
Nowhere else in the region will offer a transport system as rich, convenient or intelligent as Downtown Jebel Ali. Four new freeway intersections will facilitate easy access by car, and centrally located in each of the four zones will be a Dubai Metro station. While the Metro will carry people effortlessly between each zone and other parts of Dubai, a state of the art internal people mover system will provide an environmentally-friendly, practical and comfortable way of moving throughout Downtown Jebel Ali.
The movement of cars will be intelligently controlled to enhance efficiency and reduce congestion. The creation of pedestrianised areas will deliver safer, cleaner environments for families and children.
Master Plan
With more than 300 buildings, Downtown Jebel Ali will consist of four quarters - East Quarter, East Central, West Central and West Quarter. Each will have a full range of transport options for easy access to and from the development. Its clever design includes ample space in between buildings, with pedestrianised, congestion-free areas. Each quarter provides a complete range of services for the businesses, residents and retailers who will make Downtown Jebel Ali their home.
Downtown Jebel Ali will at once be a self-sustaining community and also integrated seamlessly with the rest of Dubai through a rich transport system, unrivalled in the region – a truly integrated community.
It is a development made even more impressive by the constraints of its physical area – eleven kilometres long by three hundred fifty metres wide and covering over two hundred hectares.
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Downtown Jebel Ali is made up of four quarters. Within each one, there are three distinctive districts: a modern, buzzing Urban Centre, with its huge variety of cafes, restaurants and entertainment facilities; a cool, shady Trellis District where people can walk in comfort all year round and children can play in safety; and a Medina, with its maze of pedestrianised alleyways and relaxed atmosphere.
Vision
At the heart of Downtown Jebel Ali is a fundamental need for balance - between work and leisure, family and friends, familiar and new. This is why Downtown Jebel Ali offers such a rich diversity of urban space and experience. A revolutionary new transport network delivers efficiency and choice, allowing people to walk in safety and comfort. Downtown Jebel Ali is committed to sustainability and making the right choices today for the generations to come tomorrow.
As important as the buildings within Downtown Jebel Ali will be the spaces between them. A network of plazas, arcades, parks and gardens will connect commercial, retail and residential areas, bringing people together as part of a genuine community.
New Destination
Stretching for 11 kilometres beside Sheikh Zayed Road and covering over 200 hectares, Downtown Jebel Ali will be at the heart of the most dynamic and strategically significant region of Dubai. Located between the Jebel Ali Free Zone Area and Techno Park with their wealth of commercial, employment and educational opportunities, Downtown Jebel Ali will also offer easy access to Dubai Waterfront, the Port of Dubai and the new International Airport.
The Transport and Reveloution
Nowhere else in the region will offer a transport system as rich, convenient or intelligent as Downtown Jebel Ali. Four new freeway intersections will facilitate easy access by car, and centrally located in each of the four zones will be a Dubai Metro station. While the Metro will carry people effortlessly between each zone and other parts of Dubai, a state of the art internal people mover system will provide an environmentally-friendly, practical and comfortable way of moving throughout Downtown Jebel Ali.
The movement of cars will be intelligently controlled to enhance efficiency and reduce congestion. The creation of pedestrianised areas will deliver safer, cleaner environments for families and children.
Master Plan
With more than 300 buildings, Downtown Jebel Ali will consist of four quarters - East Quarter, East Central, West Central and West Quarter. Each will have a full range of transport options for easy access to and from the development. Its clever design includes ample space in between buildings, with pedestrianised, congestion-free areas. Each quarter provides a complete range of services for the businesses, residents and retailers who will make Downtown Jebel Ali their home.
Discovery Gardens properties
Discovery Gardens properties
Discovery Gardens, Dubai. Freehold studio apartment for sale in Discovery Gardens at lowest price in Dubai Freehold studio apartment for sale in Discovery Gardens at lowest price in Dubai. 1 and 2 beds also available- please ask for prices The intelligently designed 484sqft apartment has a stunning array of modern amenities and a freehold facility making it an ideal choice of investment.
Discovery Gardens is situated in an ideal location. Community swimming pools, landscaped gardens, jogging paths and tennis courts provide excellent recreational venues. Just five-minutes away the new Gardens Shopping all offers clothing shops, art shops, laundry, supermarkets, salons, tailors and other necessary services.
The Discovery Gardens apartments have a range of amenities for its residents. Living and Dining Rooms Single maple veneer solid core entry door with security Entry hallways with granite tile floor Ceramic floor tiles to all other living areas Feature and accent lighting to entry, living and dining rooms Kitchen Quality kitchen cabinetry Marble bench tops and splash backs Stainless steel sink and strain board Bedrooms Ceramic floor tiles Walk-thru closets and compartmentalized wardrobes Health & Recreation Swimming pools Landscaped gardens Jogging paths Football pitch Tennis courts Cycling path En-Suites Quality sanitary ware with bidet Vanity lighting High quality mixer tap ware to vanity, basins, bath and shower with matching accessories Technology & Security High speed internet access with "future-technology-ready features Apartments ready for cable TV and telephones High quality switches and outlets In-house security guard and janitor Special Features Reception at main entry Formal port cochère featuring polished marble entry Fully air-conditioned Location Discovery Gardens is situated at a new interchange along Sheikh Zayed Road located between interchanges five and six.
The development encompasses the area between Sheikh Zayed Road and Emirates Road. It is close to Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai Internet and Media Cities, The Palm islands and Hard Rock Café. Shopping malls in the form of culturally beautiful Ibn Batutta Mall and the Mall of the Emirates with its indoor ski slope are in close proximity of the communities.
Discovery Gardens is located in a convenient and beautiful location with the palatial towers of Jumeirah Lake Towers towering in the background, and the greens of the Emirates Golf Club beckoning enthusiasts
Discovery Gardens is situated in an ideal location. Community swimming pools, landscaped gardens, jogging paths and tennis courts provide excellent recreational venues. Just five-minutes away the new Gardens Shopping all offers clothing shops, art shops, laundry, supermarkets, salons, tailors and other necessary services.
The Discovery Gardens apartments have a range of amenities for its residents. Living and Dining Rooms Single maple veneer solid core entry door with security Entry hallways with granite tile floor Ceramic floor tiles to all other living areas Feature and accent lighting to entry, living and dining rooms Kitchen Quality kitchen cabinetry Marble bench tops and splash backs Stainless steel sink and strain board Bedrooms Ceramic floor tiles Walk-thru closets and compartmentalized wardrobes Health & Recreation Swimming pools Landscaped gardens Jogging paths Football pitch Tennis courts Cycling path En-Suites Quality sanitary ware with bidet Vanity lighting High quality mixer tap ware to vanity, basins, bath and shower with matching accessories Technology & Security High speed internet access with "future-technology-ready features Apartments ready for cable TV and telephones High quality switches and outlets In-house security guard and janitor Special Features Reception at main entry Formal port cochère featuring polished marble entry Fully air-conditioned Location Discovery Gardens is situated at a new interchange along Sheikh Zayed Road located between interchanges five and six.
The development encompasses the area between Sheikh Zayed Road and Emirates Road. It is close to Jebel Ali Freezone, Dubai Internet and Media Cities, The Palm islands and Hard Rock Café. Shopping malls in the form of culturally beautiful Ibn Batutta Mall and the Mall of the Emirates with its indoor ski slope are in close proximity of the communities.
Discovery Gardens is located in a convenient and beautiful location with the palatial towers of Jumeirah Lake Towers towering in the background, and the greens of the Emirates Golf Club beckoning enthusiasts
D.I.F.C properties
D.I.F.C properties
The DIFC is the world's newest international financial centre. It aims to develop the same stature as New York, London and Hong Kong.
It primarily serves the vast region between Western Europe and East Asia.
Since it opened in September 2004, the DIFC has attracted high calibre firms from around the globe as well as its region. A world-class stock exchange, the Dubai International Financial Exchange (DIFX), opened in the DIFC in September 2005.
The DIFC is a 110-acre free zone. It is part of the larger vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, together with the Government of Dubai, to create an environment for progress and economic development in the UAE and the wider region.
Sectors
The DIFC focuses on several sectors of financial activity: Banking Services (Investment Banking, Corporate Banking & Private Banking); Capital Markets (Equity, Debt Instruments, Derivatives and Commodity Trading); Asset Management and Fund Registration; Insurance and Reinsurance; Islamic Finance; Business Processing Operations and Ancillary Services.
Financial institutions may apply for licences in the above sectors. Firms operating in the DIFC are eligible for benefits such as a zero tax rate on profits, 100 per cent foreign ownership, no restrictions on foreign exchange or repatriation of capital, operational support and business continuity facilities.
Financial services in the DIFC are regulated to international standards by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA).
Culture village properties
Culture village properties
Culture Village is intended to be a world-class destination that mixes old-world pleasures and entertainment with a modern, sophisticated ambiance.Culture Village will feature wide open spaces, traditional wind towers, cobble stone walkways, unique sculptures, waterways topped with bridges, creekside souks, restaurants and cafes, an amphitheater for live performances and cultural festivals, an exhibition hall and museums, and a dockyard where traditional dhow building will be on display. It will blend Middle Eastern history with the rich heritage of Dubai, offering an inspired mix of Arabic and old Dubai architecture. Murals, sculptures and pottery will adorn the façades of buildings and street corners.
Culture Village's master plan has been divided into residential, commercial and retail zones with hospitality and entertainment sub-districts.
The residential district will feature traditional low to medium-rise buildings offering studio, one, two, three, and four-bedroom apartments with contemporary interiors, including loft-style apartments with work areas.
The commercial district will house cultural institutions, schools, academies for art, music, dance, pottery and other crafts. World-class infrastructure and facilities will be available for each organization.
The retail district will feature luxury hotels, designer boutique-style restaurants and coffee shops, as well as rare book shops and art and craft galleries. A rustic traditional souk, offering Arabian crafts, antiques, and spices and herbs, will be the focal point of the retail district.
City of Arabia properties
City of Arabia properties
City of Arabia is a 20 million square foot development lying at the heart of Dubailand and serves as its gateway and main residential and retail centre. With business and administrative offices, schools and clinics, supported by luxury apartments, shops, galleries, restaurants and unique attractions, the City of Arabia will become a key destination and urban community within new Dubai.
The diversity of Dubai converges downtown at the City of Arabia where tradition meets modernity, business meets pleasure and simplicity meets sophistication. From the Mall of Arabia and the Restless Planet dinosaur theme park, to the 10-kilometre river walk flowing through the Wadi Walk , the City of Arabia provides superb open-air leisure and entertainment facilities.
Covered concourses, water features and a variety of cafes and restaurants provide a relaxed and congenial ambience, pulsating with pleasures appealing to senses beyond the imagination.
City of Arabia is a dream destination with international vision offering stylish shopping, eclectic dining and captivating entertainment all served by its own monorail system to transport residents and visitors around the site.Planned to link with the Dubai Light Rail Project, the City of Arabia monorail will provide comfort and convenience so you can make the most of your visit.
Master Project - Dubai Land
Expected Completion Date - In 2009
Real Estate Developer - Ilyas & Mustafa Galadari Group
Location - City of Arabia, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Business Bay properties
Business Bay properties
For many decades, the legendary Dubai Creek has been an important aspect of Dubai's trading past. It has shaped Dubai from a flourishing fishing and pearl diving center to international port in one the fastest developing cities of the world. Dubai's latest Business Bay is a symbol of Dubai's progress as it embodies the crucial role that the Creek plays in Dubai's past as well its future.
A city within a city, Business Bay is a freehold commercial, residential and business cluster that extends the famous Dubai Creek from Ras Al Khor to Sheikh Zayed Road. Covering an area of 64 million square feet, Business Bay will feature facilities such as towers for offices and accommodation, landscaped layout, and a network for roads for easy access and exit. It will also feature fascinating canals to add to the magnificence of the project, attracting regional and international business ventures and multinationals.
A Better Lifestyle
Life at Business Bay starts at the luxurious residential towers, designed to the highest standards and offering a lifestyle unimagined. From superb architectural style of each apartment to the breathtaking views just outside, life at Business Bay is intended for people that seek luxury in a vibrant community of like-minded individuals. Business Bay offers a successful lifestyle equipped with every amenity you need to make living a real pleasure.
Living at Business Bay means being part of the future. Your every need is taken care of in this self-sustaining community. Business Bay offers supermarkets, medical facilities, sports complexes, health clubs, swimming pools, landscape gardens and children play areas; with a two-level shopping strip facing the creek and offering fine dining restaurants, cafes and shopping outlets for some retail therapy.
People-Friendly Spaces
The residences and commercial enterprises at Business Bay feature high-tech working spaces, comfortable and luxurious residential units and modern facilities and amenities. The Courtyard at Business is the center of communal activities, providing play areas, arcades and landscaped plazas. The Courtyard combines contemporary architectural themes with exclusive amenities, while the Podium is a unique feature that links the residential towers and provides covered walkways, fountains and pedestrian-friendly paths.
Burj Dubai properties
Burj Dubai properties
The goal of Burj Dubai is not simply to be the world’s highest building. It’s to embody the world’s highest aspirations. Burj Dubai looks different depending on where you’re standing. For those living nearby, it is a shining accomplishment – tangible proof of Dubai’s central role in a growing world. For those standing in other global capitals, it is a shining symbol – an icon of the new Middle East: prosperous, dynamic, and successful. In fact, Burj Dubai is both. It is a fact – an unprecedented example of international cooperation – and a symbol – a beacon of progress for the entire world. It is not by chance that it is being built in Dubai. In less than thirty years, this city has transformed itself from a regional center to a global one. This success was not based on oil reserves, but on reserves of human talent, ingenuity and initiative. A vision this bold requires visionaries. Creating the centerpiece for a new world capital attracted the world’s most esteemed designers, developers and builders. One of them is the tower’s architect, Adrian Smith. As a consulting design partner at Skidmore, Owings and Merrill – the global leader in creating supertall structures – Adrian Smith has had a hand in several of the world’s tallest buildings. With Burj Dubai, he – and the world – will surpass them all
Mizin Arjan Properties
Arjan properties
Arjan has been launched in response to the growing investor demand for mixed use property developments. The 11 million sq ft project, to be located on Emirates Road opposite Dubai Autodrome in Barsha, will comprise a balanced layout of commercial, residential, retail and hospitality developments in 10 demarcated zones with 157 plots.
Adding to Arjan's distinctive tourist dimension will be the Great Dubai Wheel - a 185m observation wheel with 18 technologically advanced capsules and a seating capacity of 40 persons, providing panoramic views of the city's skyline for durations of 36 minutes per cycle.
Arabian Ranches properties
Arabian Ranches properties
Within the heart of the desert lies Emaar’s awe inspiring Arabian Ranches, Dubai’s prestigious lifestyle development that has captured the imagination of the world. Arabian Ranches truly is a desert paradise where you will find magnificent open areas covered with lakes, a desert golf course and fields of thoroughbred Arabian horses. All who have experienced Arabian Ranches agree, it’s a place where a lifestyle of peace and tranquility reign supreme. Arabian Ranches took the mystery and beauty of the desert and brought it to life in a remarkable place to live. A cosmopolitan community inspired by the rich heritage of the Arabian horse. Arabian Ranches consists of an equestrian centre, scenic desert trails, polo grounds, two world-class golf courses, beautiful villas and townhouses in a variety of sizes, and an exciting town centre of restaurants and a luxury hotel. Arabian Ranches truly is a desert paradise. In the new growth area of Dubai, at the intersection of three key ring roads leading to Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Dubai. Resort style Residential, one & two storey single family homes, 2,100 sq. ft. to 4,000 sq. ft. Project Futures - Two world-class golf courses, one of which is a 7,300 yard PGA championship desert golf course designed by world famous golfers Peter Baker-Finch in association with Nicklaus Design - Equestrian Centre with polo fields and riding stables - Polo Club resort style fitness & community centre and Spa - 24-hour secured, gated communities - Riding trails with bridal path links to the golf resort - Neighbourhood parks with swimming pools and children’s play areas - High-speed Internet facility - State-of-the-art telecommunications network - Close proximity to schools and transportation -) Mosque - Town centre with grocery stores, boutiques, shops and retail outlets - The Golf Academy driving range and practise areas - The Clubhouse; restaurant and golf retail
Al Kaheel properties
Al Kaheel properties
Al Kaheel offers a rare opportunity in Dubai, an oppurtunity to own a home in an open and natural surrounding. Each of the 400 unique and individually designed homes are set in unspoiled and natural oscillating terrain synonymous to the equine life. The villas enjoy an authentic and traditional exterior, with the very best in modern design and amenities of the 21st century contained within. The fusion of Arabian heritage and modernity, both appeals and invites. A residential community for today, surrounded by the beauty of the past.
Desert Resort
Beautifully nestled among the green paddocks, sand dunes and horse trails will be a full service luxury resort for the discriminating horse enthusiast. A vacation paradise that caters to horse lovers, the resort will feature an executive suite hotel and luxury chalet style villas that will accommodate guests who want to stay in a desert environment surrounded with activities involving horses. Available for the resort guest will be several world class restaurants, an activities center, health club and spa facilities as well as admission and access to the parks equine activities.
Hands on lessons and courses on horsemanship and care will be available to the guest of the resort along with free and discounted tickets to all the parks daily activities and events. The parks spacious and climate controlled arenas will be available year round for the comfort of the equestrian minded resort guest.
Expected Completion Date - In 2009
Real Estate Developer - Al kaheel
Location - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Tuesday, September 18, 2007
Dubai Palm Island
Dubai Palm Island
Dubai launches giant palm tree resort island
Dubai has unveiled plans for a palm tree-shaped resort island on land reclaimed from the sea that will add 120 kilometres of sandy beaches and be visible from the moon.
"Palm Island" will include 2,000 villas, up to 40 luxury hotels, shopping complexes, cinemas and the Middle East's first marine park, said Sultan bin Sulayem, chairman of Dubai Palm Developers.
The island will be built in the shape of 17 huge fronds surrounded by 12 kilometres (7.5 miles) of protective barrier reefs, extending five kilometres (three miles) into the sea south of Dubai city.
"The project has taken four years of methodical planning and exhaustive feasibility studies to ensure that the islands can be built without disrupting the environment," Sulayem said.
They will be accessible by 300-metre (990-feet) bridges from the mainland or boat to two marinas, while the main causeway will also have a monorail system.
The project will be built on 80 million cubic metres (2.8 billion cubic feet) of land dredged from the approach channel to the emirate's Jebel Ali port, an operation that will deepen the channel to 17 metres (56 feet).
Khalid bin Sulayem, head of Dubai's tourism board, said the project would elevate Dubai "from regional players to leaders in tourism development who focus on modernising and expanding tourism infrastructure to attract more tourists."
Property on the islands, expected to take up to four years to complete, will be for sale to foreigners as well as Emiratis. Sulayem did not put on a figure on the project cost.
A consultant with Palm Developers told AFP at Dubai's Arabian Travel Market that the contract for the project was expected to be awarded next week and construction take up to five years.
With its oil resources running out, Dubai, part of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has launched a multi-billion dollar tourism drive in an effort to establish itself as the Gulf's leisure hub.
The local Abdullah al-Futtaim Group last month launched Dubai Festival City, a project to develop a four-kilometre-long (2.5-mile-long) stretch of the emirate's southern creekside at a cost of 1.6 billion dollars.
And a 10-billion dollar project to build a new city called Dubai Marina is already well underway. It is to house 100,000 people around a huge water basin within a decade.
Dubai Festival City
Dubai Festival City
Dubai, the commercial hub of the Middle East, is the site of the Gulf region's latest, most progressive lifestyle and entertainment destination - Dubai Festival City, the Middle East's largest mixed-use real estate project.
This waterfront 'city-within-a-city' spans 3.5 kilometres along the shores of the historic Creek in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is set to transform shopping, living, leisure and working lifestyles in Dubai.
Designed as a centre-place destination, Dubai Festival City, a privately funded project of the Al-Futtaim Group, will offer a world-class and unmatched mix of entertainment, dining, shopping, a marina, hotels, residential, office and hotel components, as well as an 18-hole recreational golf course, designed by Robert Trent Jones II, and sports and leisure facilities.
Dubai Festival City will have 15 varying communities, each with sub-zones, which will be developed in line with the Emirate's market demand.The project has the endorsement of the Government of Dubai, and enjoys the full backing of His Highness General Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and UAE Defence Minister.
Downtown Dubai - The Old Town
Downtown Dubai - The Old Town
Individual low-rise homes reveal flavours of a vibrant Arabic tradition.It's the village within the city, brought alive by its people. By day, the fusion of stalls, boutiques, parlours and coffee houses add spice to an alluring way of life. By night, live music and outdoor restaurants bring people out onto the lantern lit streets.
The development ranges from low-rise three storey apartment buildings to a number of exclusive mid-rise towers with Penthouses. Architectural cues are taken from traditional buildings, including the Al-Bastakia neighbourhood of Bur-Dubai and the residences of Sheikh Saeed Al-Maktoum and Mohammed Shareef Boukash – with textures that reflect the gypsum, clay or sarjool plastering used in the early twentieth century. Earthy natural tones reflect the surrounding landscape. Terraces, balconies, parapets (waresh), pergolas, recesses and niches make for comfortable outdoor living, whilst views are enhanced with elegant window and door openings.
Each of the Old Town communities offer the ultimate in convenience and service retail facilities, with unique architectural interior design features. One has the ambience of an open traditional souq, with tight twisted lanes and shaded walkways, leading to a main double central court. The other has open public spaces, malls, courts, domes and arches, and a wide selection of restaurants and nightlife.
Each community has its own amenities building with fitness areas for aerobics, squash, and swimming; outdoor green areas for children's play and barbequing; a mini theatre, juice bar, lounge area and sun decks; and boutique and luxury hotels – all adding to the character of life of The Old Town.
This lifestyle choice will offer a variety of one, two, three and four bedroom suites, as well as penthouse suites, in three distinct building styles.
Amongst the distinctive low-rise buildings, some homes offer a generous private rooftop terrace and garden, with unique views across the neighbourhoodSubstantial apartments are clustered around a courtyard – or minsera. Their perimeter access walkways, as in Old Dubai residences, give the feel of a very private space. The landscaping, and sound of water, reflect this exclusivity and give it a very personal ambience.
At the top of many mid-rise towers are lavishly detailed penthouse apartments – providing the ultimate in luxury. From their large open terraces and full height windows, magnificent views across the surrounding neighbourhood can be enjoyed.
Experience
Here is a thriving neighbourhood with heart and soul. Peppered with market squares, meandering alleyways and inner courtyards, this low-rise lifestyle choice reveals flavours of vibrant Arabic design. It’s the village within the city, brought alive by its people. By day, the fusion of stalls, boutiques, parlours and coffee houses add spice to an alluring way of life. By night, abundant vitality spills out onto
the lantern lit streets, where diners savour the sounds of live music.
Amenities
The mellow sound of live music resounds over The Old Town, as the bars and brassieres come alive with sweet jazzy tones. The meandering alleyways and squares buzz with the frisson of possibility. In The Old Town it’s time to play.
Perhaps it’s time for a cocktail in one of The Old Town’s hotels or a get together with friends. There are plenty of options to choose from, the choice is yours.
Building
This lifestyle choice will offer a variety of one, two, three and four bedroom suites, as well as penthouse suites, in three distinct building styles.
Amongst the distinctive low-rise buildings, some homes offer a generous private rooftop terrace and garden, with unique views across the neighbourhood.
Substantial apartments are clustered around a courtyard – or minsera. Their perimeter access walkways, as in Old Dubai residences, give the feel of a very private space. The landscaping, and sound of water, reflect this exclusivity and give it a very personal ambience.
At the top of many mid-rise towers are lavishly detailed penthouse apartments – providing the ultimate in luxury. From their large open terraces and full height windows, magnificent views across the surrounding neighbourhood can be enjoyed.
Downtown Dubai - The Boulevard
Downtown Dubai - The Boulevard
This grand avenue is the central nervous system for the entire development. With a striking gateway, lawns, trees and water features, The Boulevard will provide harmonious access for both pedestrians and cars.
Downtown Dubai - The Parks
Downtown Dubai - The Parks
This vast area of greenery and open water will provide an antidote to the stresses of daily life. With extraordinary landscape designs and imaginative gardens, The Parks will be the place to laze in the sunshine, picnic, play sports, go boating, or even take one of the water taxis across Burj Dubai's lake to meet friends.
Downtown Dubai - The Residences
Downtown Dubai - The Residences
These nine, striking, towers provide an exclusive downtown retreat, with the city at its feet and Burj Dubai in its skyline. With open water, calming greenery, and state-of-the-art gym, pools and spa, The Residences are a haven within dynamic Dubai.
Downtown Dubai - The Dubai Mall
Downtown Dubai - The Dubai Mall
This vibrant space will be the largest mall on earth, as extraordinary in scale as it is in design. With an impressive array of leisure pursuits, including a world-class aquarium, fashion show arena, gold souk and an ice rink, The Dubai Mall will revolutionise the modern shopping experience.
The largest mall on the planet offers not only unprecedented scale but also revolutionary design, challenging everything you've come to expect from a mall.
Facilities
Culinary Conquest: The World On A Plate
Constellation Of Food Parks
Planet Food: Supermarket And Hypermarket
Mothers And Kids World
Education Galaxy
International Fashion
Luxury And Jewellery Capital Of The World’s Richest Region
Furniture Mall
Sports And Fitness
Electronics Super Corridor
Cyber World
State-Of-The-Art Cineplex
Olympic-Sized Ice Skating Rink
Indoor Adventure Park
Experience
With an impressive array of leisure pursuits, this is the ultimate, cutting-edge shopping experience. A range of adventure sports vies for attention alongside the romance of ice-skating. The Dubai Mall is a place where outdoor brunch can be followed by the delights of the big screen and where a 21st century gold souk is set off against a world class aquarium. When was the last time your sortie to the designer stores took place under the watchful eye of a giant sea turtle? Step inside the Dubai Mall and experience a place like no other.
Glitters
Immerse yourself in a cache of gold and jewellery at the world's largest gold souk.
Bask in a sea of gold and precious stones at the world’s largest gold souk replete with hundreds of major gold retail houses intricately linked among meandering shopping streets bearing the richness of traditional souq architecture. At the epicentre of the 25331 square metre souk, stands a breathtaking 50-metre high dome detailed in the grandeur of historical craft tradition. Indulge in pure opulence worthy of Midas.
Antique
In close proximity the Gold Souk will be an exclusive 'Art & Antique Corner'.
The Art & Antique Corner features soukstyle shops selling Arabic souvenirs, traditional artefacts, carpets and exclusive pieces of art sourced from across the region. With its range of priceless art pieces, the Art & Antique Corner will be a favorite destination for all avid art lovers and shoppers.
Atlanitis
The mall's magnificient water features will transcend you to a surreal water world never experienced before.
The Fountain Oasis, a towering waterfall, cascades with thousands of gallons of water as it thunders towards The Lake, another central attraction at the mall. The lakeside water jets and pyrotechnic lasers further add a sound and light extravaganza at The Musical Fountain at night.
A Waterfront Boulevard also grants you awesome views of the Burj Dubai as you wine and dine alfresco. The fantasy water world experience then culminates at one of the World’s Largest Aquarium, three storeys high featuring glass tunnels where you can slide right through and come face to face with sharks, sting rays and other exotic marine life. Truly Neptune’s vision in the heart of The Dubai Mall.
Fashion
The Dubai Mall will be home to just about every major fashion brand in the world. An 850,000 square feet fashion island comprising high and mid-fashion will pay homage to haute couture.
The grand decor complements the endless rows of elite fashion names, and aficionados will be spoilt for choice as they match and accessorise to their heart’s content. Adorned with the world’s largest collection of fashion brands under one roof, The Dubai Mall is set to become the next fashion capital of the world.
Cuisine
Dining forms an integral part of the overall shopping experience. That is why The Dubai Mall has gone the extra mile to bring in the finest culinary sensations from the four corners of the globe.
Kaleidoscope Of Taste Sensations
Whether it is Local, Continental, Mediterranean, Asian or a variety of International cuisine, The Dubai Mall will serve up the most diverse taste sensations to suit every unique visitor that arrives.
Fine dining restaurants and world class food courts will be laced strategically throughout the mall as well as outdoors along the Water Promenade. All with breathtaking views of the world’s tallest tower for a multi-sensory dining encounter.
The Ice Oval
Begin a thrilling family adventure at the gigantic Olympic-sized ice skating rink.
Olympic Ice Skating Arena The Ice Skating Rink will be one of the main attraction of the Carnival Zone. With this latest addition to the Mall’s diverse entertainment portfolio, ice skating enthusiasts both in Dubai and worldwide can look forward to enjoying the sport in a state-of–the-art distinctive arena boasting international standards. It will be the ideal venue for ice hockey matches, figure skating events, competitions and just having fun with the family.
Lifestyle
Universe of entertainment unfolds at The Dubai Mall with mega attractions in epic proportions!
IT World
Gadgets & Gizmos Galore
The world is keeping up to a new beat in digital and cyber technologies in the new millennium and The Dubai Mall not only embraces it but is also geared up to surpass it. The mall creates an IT world resplendent with the latest and greatest breakthroughs in state-of-the-art devices to complement and enhance lifestyles in the digital age. The Dubai Mall will be an all-encompassing entity that represents a new era in IT supremacy.
Active Sports
Dedicated To The Active Lifestyle
The Dubai Mall has gathered the greatest sports brands under one roof dedicated to gearing up devotees of the active lifestyle. Now, you can go the distance with a myriad collection of inspired footwear and apparel hook-ups designed for the driven man and woman who demand and expect the style of their ensemble to reflect the attitude of their lives – cool and edgy, authentic and aspirational.
Treasure
The only retail destination that gives you the treasure of Dubai. You're the compelling reason for Emaar's creation of the world's largest retail development. As one of the world's premier retailers, you are pivotal to the legend of The Dubai Mall that is set to unfold.
The Dubai Mall, Burj Dubai, The Old Town, The Residences – indeed the entire, vast city within a city is the Treasure of Dubai that sets The Dubai Mall apart – and above – all other endeavours in these continents. As the Burj Dubai reaches for the sky, The Dubai Mall reaches out to the world. Emaar has moved Heaven and Earth to give you the World. Like the Dubai Mall, you’re in a league of your own. And you hold in your hand the vital Key to unlocking Dubai’s vast potential and unparalleled opportunities. Just for you, the Treasure of Dubai.
Downtown Dubai - Burj Dubai Lake Hotel
Downtown Dubai - Burj Dubai Lake Hotel
Luxurious and elegantly appointed apartments, fully managed and serviced by a leading hotel group, to provide investors with the best of both worlds. The owner retains total flexibility to occupy his pied-a-terre in the heart of Downtown Dubai whenever he wants and to release it to the Hotel to earn income for him at other times.
Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai
Thrusting upwards through the lush, undulating dunes, a shimmering spectacle surges majestically through the clouds. The Pinnacle of the Gulf's crowning glory known as Burj Dubai. The World's Tallest Tower that reflects an architectural phenomenon matched only by the magnitude of its adjoining masterpiece. The World's Largest Mall - The Dubai Mall.
The centrepiece of the region’s most prestigious urban development to date, Burj Dubai represents the apogee of lifestyle distinction, which will be a powerful tourist magnet that will catapult Dubai into the global limelight.
Encompassing the magnificence of the Burj Dubai, the splendour of The Dubai Mall, the charm of The Old Town and the living refinement of The Residences all in close proximity, this “city within a city” will be the leading model for world class lifestyles in the 22nd century.
The Tower
This graceful, iconic structure will become the world’s tallest building. Housing some of the finest dining known to man and a selection of styled apartments and penthouses, it will offer unparalleled luxury in the heart of a fast moving world
The Dubai Mall
This light vibrant space will be the largest mall on the planet, as extraordinary in scale as it is in design. With an impressive array of leisure pursuits, including a world-class aquarium, fashion show arena, gold souq and ice rink. The Mall will revolutionize the modern shopping experience.
The Old Town
The Old Town is a thriving low-rise neighbourhood with heart and soul. Peppered with bustling market squares
and meandering alleyways, this village within the city will reveal flavours of vibrant Arabic design.
The Residences
These six, striking towers will provide an exclusive downtown retreat, with the city at its feet and the iconic Burj Dubai in its skyline. Surrounded by open water and calming greenery, The Residences with their private members bar, state-of-the-art gym, pools and spa offer haven of stylish symmetry.
The Boulevard
Combining vast open waters, large green spaces and a striking landscaped entrée to the development, the Boulevard provides antidote to the stresses of life. Here people can walk laze in the sunshine, play sport, go boating or even take one of the waters taxis across Burj Dubai’s lake to meet friends.
Burj Dubai
Burj Dubai
The Tower, Monument, Jewel, Icon, Burj Dubai will be known by many names. But only a privileged group of people will call it home. There are a select few who possess the vision, resources, and the opportunity to live in the world’s tallest building. If you have that opportunity, you are assured not just unparalleled luxury, but a place in history. And in Dubai’s future.
Burj Dubai reflects not only the unique desert light, but the unique culture and environment of Dubai.
In every part of the world, the most enduring buildings are those that learn from the surrounding culture, geography and natural history. No stranger to Middle Eastern design, Adrian Smith incorporated patterns from traditional Islamic architecture into Burj Dubai.But above all, he drew inspiration from a flower. The Hymenocallis is a plant that is widely cultivated in Dubai, in India and throughout this region. The flower’s harmonious structure is one of the organizing principles in the tower’s design.
The best materials. The finest architecture. The work of the most sought-after designers. One of the pleasures of life at Burj Dubai is constantly discovering new examples of this guiding philosophy.
It is a simple principle, but one that is extremely difficult to achieve: to set a new world standard for quality. It requires attention to every detail – both the ones that people encounter daily and the ones few will ever see. It means using the world’s finest concrete and steel to quietly support the world’s most luxurious surfaces. It means finding the right structural engineers to maximize window area, and then the top designers who will do magic with the extra light.
Go to the world’s finest restaurants. By elevator. Discover the quietest corner of downtown. Inside your living room.Photograph the breathtaking migration of peregrine falcons. At your feet, the world of commerce, cuisine, and entertainment. Above your head, the sky, serenity. Home. The global financial center that others fly to is just a step away. So is the world’s premier shopping destination, The Dubai Mall. Meanwhile, a number of the most coveted international chefs and designers are at work on their latest creations – all at your address.
Haven. Retreat. Oasis. When you close your luxurious front door, Burj Dubai ceases to be a global monument – and becomes a personal one.At Burj Dubai, luxury is built in. This starts with the 3-wing plan that maximizes the amount of exterior window area, and thus natural light, without compromising privacy. Individual. Custom. Unique.
The homes at Burj Dubai are designed so that owners can easily express their own tastes and preferences. Living in the world’s tallest building poses a fascinating creative challenge – how to decorate a home that includes one of the most spectacular views in the world. To simplify matters, Burj Dubai has retained the services of several highly prized interior designers. If you choose, they’ll assist you in defining sky living for yourself.
Dubai World Cup
Dubai World Cup
Dubai World Cup
The World Richest Race Meeting
29th March 2003
The Group I Dubai World Cup, sponsored by Emirates Airline, is run at Nad Al Sheba race course in Dubai and is worth US$6,000,000 making it the richest race in the world. It is the highlight of a meeting worth US$15,250,000, which is the world's richest race meeting.
There are seven races on the programme, six for thoroughbreds and one for Purebred Arabians. Of the six thoroughbred events, four are run at Group I level, the highest standard in international racing.
These are the Dubai World Cup, the US$2,000,000 Dubai Duty Free, the US$2,000,000 Dubai Sheema Classic and the US$2,000,000 Dubai Golden Shaheen. The other two thoroughbred races are the US$2,000,000 UAE Derby and the US$1,000,000 Godolphin Mile and they are run at Group II level, one step below Group I level.
The Purebred Arabian race is the Dubai Kahayla Classic and is run under Group I status and at US$250,000 it is the richest race for Purebred Arabians in the world.
Special arrangements have been made this year too to enhance the experience of this event. As the epicenter of the social scene, the International Village is improved every year to accommodate everyone's needs. Access to the International Village is by entrance tickets priced at Dhs 150. The village incorporates a multitude of food and beverage outlets offering a variety of refreshment options, Exhibition Stand, Live Entertainment and giant screen race coverage.
The Picnic Garden, a private enclosure located close to the track rails on the 9th fairway, allows guests to enjoy the delights of their pre ordered hampers prepared by Jumeirah Hospitality. A selection of menus is available for a minimum of 2 guests starting from Dhs 400/- per hamper, which are all presented within a souvenir hamper.
The Millennium Terrace encompassing the entire level 2 is for reserved grandstand seating and will provide the convenience of a dining area on the open concourse overlooking the track along with licensed beverage outlets
For further details, information on the hospitality options available and locations of ticket sales outlets, please visit www.dubaiworldcup.com.
Dubai Summer Surprises
Dubai Summer Surprises
Dubai – Walk into a summer of surprises
Ever since the launch of Dubai Summer Surprises, summer has been the favourite season for kids. Yet, Dubai’s diversity means that residents and visitors can enjoy a wide range of experiences in this wonderful city. No matter where you come from,Dubai is an experience that will enrich your life. Today,Dubai is home to people from over 145 countries,and the ethnic diversity adds to its charm. Dubai’s rich cultural heritage,worlds-class shopping and entertainment,exotic dining fabulous raffle draws and adventure sports are extremely popular.
Dubai Summer Surprises
Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, DSS has gone from strength to strength to become the favourite summer destination for families since 1998.
With the support of Key Sponsors,comprising local corporations and multinationals, DSS creates unique activities spread throughout the summer season. Each DSS week has a different theme and shopping malls are converted into venues for live entertainment, music, dancing, competitions, workshops and numerous interactive programmes in keeping with that particular week’s theme.
Visitors and Expenditure
The number of visitors and their expenditure levels are clear indicators of the popularity and success of any event. Going by that standard,DSS is a runaway winner.The number of visitors to Dubai during Dubai Summer Surprises 2004 increased by 10 %to 1,510,000 and expenditure reached to Dhs 1.56 billion.
Dubai Summer Surprises has truly altered the profile of summers in Dubai.In view of the intense retail and leisure activity across the UAE,the concept of the lean season has undergone numerous changes.
Dubai Strategy Forum
Dubai Strategy Forum
Dubai Strategy Forum (the “Forum”) aims to advance the state of the region by bringing together key regional stakeholders to engage in activities that bridge differences and build opportunities for growth and prosperity in the region.
Objectives
Bring together participants from both the private and public sectors from the region to share perspectives and discuss issues of crucial relevance to the region.
Provide a platform for constructive networking among the region’s business executives, government decision makers, academic experts and other representatives from civil society from within the region and around the world.
Encourage results-oriented partnerships and alliances between and among business, government, academic, intellectual and other leaders of civil society.
Articulate major economic, government and societal issues confronting the region and define policy options to address such issues
Mission
The underlying mission of the Forum is to create a new business and economic constellation among the countries of the region and to operate as a catalyst for discussion, debate and networking among key representatives from the region. The region is defined as the Gulf and Levant, South Asia, Central Asia, East Africa and North Africa (the “region”).
The Forum accomplishes its mission by setting-up an annual meeting of prominent business executives, leading government figures, experts from academia, and key representatives of civil society and the media. Together they address the critical economic, government and societal issues affecting the region in a forward-looking, action-oriented way.
The structure of the Forum is designed to promote a constructive and collaborative approach to regional issues. The Forum includes plenary sessions of featured speakers and panel discussions, seminars, workshops, working lunches, bilateral meetings and various networking events.
Dubai Motor Show
Dubai Motor Show
The Middle East International Motor Show is a biennial event and is the largest and the most popular international automotive show in the region. The last exhibition held in 2001 had a participation of more than 140 exhibitors representing 300 companies from 25 countries. The 2003 Motor Show will showcase the latest in the global automobile industry, featuring passenger cars, off road vehicles, concept cars, sports cars and motorcycles from a host of international manufacturers.
The Dubai Motor Show organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) is ranked among the top 10 automotive exhibitions in terms of number and quality of exhibitors and visitors and the quality of organisation. This year the visitor turnout at the Show exceeded 41,200, including a large number of VIPs, members of the Royal Families and top ranking government officials from the Gulf region. It also attracted a large number of overseas visitors from Europe and the neighbouring region, including Iran and the Indian Subcontinent.
"The visitor turnout exceeded our expectations and the exhibitor feedback indicates that most of our exhibitors had a successful show and have committed to return to the show in 2003," said Ibrahim Al Hashemi, Corporate Manager - Exhibitions, DWTC.
The responses from the world's leading automobile manufacturers present at the event indicate that they were happy about the quality of visitors. "This year the Middle East International Motor Show has been the most successful for the BMW Group in terms of enquiries and the number of orders received for all our 2002 models, especially the totally re-designed flagship BMW 7 Series model and the all-new MINI Cooper. Our stand was filled to capacity on the opening day of the show, and customers were pressing us to accept deposits on cars immediately. We had some visitors offer us twice as much for the 7-Series models that are on display," said Mr. Robert Bailey-McEwan, Managing Director, BMW Group Middle East.
Some 40 leading vehicle manufacturers participated at the Motor Show along with more than 200 automobile parts and accessories manufacturers from around the world. Some of the well-know brands represented at the exhibition included Toyota, BMW, Mercedes, Jeep, Ford, Jaguar, Land Rover, Lexus, Porsche, Volvo, Volkswagen, Audi, General Motors, Nissan, Skoda, Mitsubishi, Peugeot, Hyundai, Pirelli and Bridgestone.
"The Dubai Motor Show this year has been the biggest and the best for General Motors. With a stand covering more than 2,100 square metres we have been able to present the entire range of our latest models to the Middle East region. The increased size of our presence at the show underlines our commitment to the success of the show and the continued confidence in the UAE and regional markets," said Paul Johnson, Regional Director, General Motors.
DaimlerChrysler, which exhibited some of its breath-taking models including the SL 500 roadster, S 63 AMG, Jeep, Chrysler and Dodge, attracted big crowd to its stand. "DaimlerChrysler Middle East is delighted to once again be participating at the 6th Middle East International Motor Show. We feel that the Motor Show is constantly improving in terms of being a very professionally organised event. The Middle East is an extremely important market for us and we invest well in presenting our products at each and every Motor Show in this region. We can also see that the other automotive manufacturers share our view in the way they have invested in their stands and have presented their products at this year's Motor Show. We look forward to participating at the next Middle East Motor Show in 2003," said Per V. Rasmussen, President and CEO, DaimlerChrysler Middle East.
The Land Rover with its innovative outdoor stand, which featured a rock-climbing wall, attracted a lot of attention and participation. "People enjoyed the outdoor design which, of course, is the natural habitat of the Land Rover brand. The Dubai Motor Show is an important event for the auto industry in the Middle East and we felt exhibitors and visitors were positive and supportive of the show," said Matt McClurg, Marketing Manager, Land Rover Middle East & Africa.
The Dubai-based Future Motors presented a number of exquisitely designed cars from companies including Herbert Hartage GmbH & Co, Carlsson Autotechnik GmbH and TechArt Automobildesign GmbH and Pagani at the Motor Show.
Four well-known car tuning and design companies present at the show included the Switzerland-based, Fab Design which specialises in high end Mercedes models, Hamann, a German company that specialises in tuning BMW and Ferrari cars, 962 Derek Bell, which designs sports models on Porsche platforms and Brabus, the exclusive Mercedes tuner from Germany. "There is a big market for specially designed and tuned cars in the Middle East. We are exhibiting at the Motor Show for the first time and have received a large number of genuine enquiries," said R Rysanek, president and designer of Fab Design.
Motor Parts & Accessories 2001, the parts and accessories segment of the show attracted participation from the world's leading automobile parts & accessories manufacturers, including tyre companies and in-car entertainment equipment manufacturers and auto industry consultants. "Dubai hosts one of the most prominent Motor Shows in the region, and we feel it is the ideal platform to introduce to the automotive industry the many innovative solutions we are developing," said Abdulla Al Ghandi, Chairman, Amautage Automotive, a Dubai-based automobile industry consultant, who offers a comprehensive suite of integrated products and business solutions for the global automotive industry.
Dubai Formula 1 Karting
Dubai Formula 1 Karting
Formula One - Dubai to encourage corporate karting in Dubai, as well as allowing an employer the opportunity to provide their employees with a unique added benefit at a reasonable cost to the company, is launching club Karting.
Club Karting will allow companies and their employees to use Formula One as much as they wish on a complimentary basis. In addition, Companies will be encouraged to set up karting leagues for their staff and to host on a regular basis client events at Formula One Dubai. Club Karting will open up karting to more people and will provide team-building benefits to employers, in addition to employee satisfaction.
Membership Benefits
Free Karting every day of the week - 365 days of the year (subject to advance booking) Unlimited free access to Formula One Indoor Karting.
6 - 10 free corporate events a year at Formula One Dubai (subject to advance booking) (Minimum 8 people to maximum of 60 people)
50% off race entry fees for Industry Challenges organised by Formula One Dubai
50% off race fees for friends and family of individual members
10% off race entry fees for 24 hour Pro-Kart races in Dubai, Oman, Delhi and Abudhabi
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Dubai Astrodome
Union Properties plans to build Dubai Autodrome, the Middle East's first fully-integrated motorsports facility. A 5km circuit designed to Formula One specifications, complete with grandstand, hospitalitsuites retail shops, F1-themed refreshment outlets and restaurants.
Facilities will include educational centres for 4x4 and rally driving, indoor and outdoor kart tracks, junior Formula BMW, Touring Cars, Formula 3, American Le Mans, Super Bikes plus off-road driving and driver training centres.
In keeping with Dubai's quality standards, Dubai Autodrome aims to be the region's motor racing hub. An Automotive Business Park will be established with in the complex and available for leasing to support the industry.
Zabeel Park Dubai
Zabeel Park Dubai
Zabeel Park to be set up by Dubai Municipality for Dh180 million at the existing Zabeel Square will get extensive sports and recreation facilities. Zabeel Park, will have a total area of 51 hectares distributed over three plots connected by means of bridges, is currently in the tendering process and is expected to be ready by August 2003.
The main features include a 45-metre high Panoramic Tower, Technology Zone that comprises technological interactive displays, Space Maze, which is an electronic maze, Sports Area including sports courts and clubhouse, Barcode Garden, which includes hi-tech displays and water features, and Alternative Energy Zone featuring interactive displays on alternative energy such as solar, wind, geo-thermal tidal, etc. The park also consists of a lake provided with water cascades, wave machine, geyser, boat hiring, laser projection on water screen in the lake, and a lakeside restaurant, and skate park." Other features include the Mega Bowl amphitheatre with a seating capacity of 2,000, for group wedding parties, and services required for different types of performances; Imax Theatre with a seating capacity of 450, associated with retail and food and beverages facilities; BMX trail, adventure play area, and adventure golf; function plaza for special occasions such as launching a new product, small special markets and parties; as well as road train, water gardens and water features, retail and food and beverages outlets, exhibition building, coffee shop and other amenity buildings. It will have six gatehouses including first aid room, public toilets and services.
Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House
Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum House
This imposing building distinguished by its four elegant wind-towers, stands along the famous Creek of Bur Dubai. It was built in 1896 and was the residence of the Ruler. It takes its name from Shaikh Saeed Al Maktoum, who resided there until his death in 1958.
Originally strategically situated at the mouth of Dubai's lifeline, the Creek, this carefully restored museum now lies close to the Bur Dubai side of the Shindagha Tunnel and next to the Heritage and Diving Village.
Shaikh Saeed House is built in the traditional manner of the Gulf Coast, from coral covered in lime and plaster. The house has a large courtyard in the style of residences of the olden days. It is partly single, and partly two-storied, comprising a large number of rooms, verandas and bath rooms, divided into independent family units.
There are two entrances to the building. The main entrance is from the Creek side, through a security yard, from where is the entrance to the main majlis and guest rooms. The yard leads also to the main courtyard, around which are distributed five separate family units, each of which consists of a veranda, majlis and rooms. The second entrance is on the rear side of the building, and was probably reserved for family members.
Dubai Municipality appointed a specialized Consultant to carry out a thorough survey of the building and its deterioration, and then plan its restoration. The work was commenced in 1984, and completed two years later using traditional building materials and techniques, and where necessary, strengthening the structure with modern materials.
Infinite care was taken in the restoration of the architectural elements of the building. The restoration is remarkable for its carved teak wood doors and windows, architraves and wooden lattice screens, and the balustrades of railings. The pierced gypsum ventilating screens have floral and geometric designs, and are set into the thick walls.
The House is now converted into a Museum of Historical Photographs and Documents of the Emirate of Dubai and illuminated at night with flood-lights; it stands as a reminder of Dubai's rich architectural heritage and culture.
Dubai Global Village
Dubai Global Village
The Global Village continues to grow as the event that gives the Dubai Shopping Festival its international essence. With more than 2.3 million confirmed visitors last year (source Gulf Marketing Research), the Global Village continues to be the "Focal Point of the Dubai Shopping Festival".
Through the exhibition of traditional art, handicrafts and national products displayed in over 30 Pavilions representing countries from the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe, Al-Futtaim Investments is looking to raise Global Village 2003 to new heights. In addition, with over 60 restaurants, our visitors are presented with the opportunity to taste the many traditional dishes and delicacies from around the world. As always the giant Fun Fair will offer thrills and excitement for all the family, further promoting our event as a complete 'enjoyment' venue.
As part of our commitment to Global Village 2003, Al-Futtaim Investments has introduced a more 'permanent' feel to the site. Landscaped areas with trees, plants and even more seating, will present a more pleasing and relaxed atmosphere allowing visitors an opportunity to unwind during their stay.
Additionally, Al-Futtaim Investments has created a unique stage area, where entertainers and acts from the various pavilions will be able to promote their country's culture through music and traditional scenes.
Above all, the overall plan of the site has been further improved, taking into account the increased flow of visitors throughout the Global Village while promoting a visually stimulating environment.
Global Village 2003 will continue to promote Dubai as a leading family entertainment centre within the Middle East and beyond.
Key Attraction
Each year Global Village aims to be bigger and better than ever before, and Global Village 2003 will be no different. Just for starters, the Global Village 2003 will be 154,000 square metres larger than last year.
The key attractions cover a whole host of activities and events, such as:
Over 30 international pavilions beautifully made reflecting the country's heritage. Enjoy the culture, art, and taste the cuisine from a range of countries in just minutes. Apart from the pavilion restaurants there will be over 60 different restaurants and coffee shops - 30% more than last year, catering to a wide variety of culinary tastes. There will also be a main performance stage where shows will take place on a daily basis together with competitions and activities organised by the pavilions. Visit the site frequently during DSF for upcoming events and activities. Your kids will enjoy the new Children's Play Area, specially developed by Global Village.There will also be new, exciting daily entertainment for the family on the main performance stage as well as throughout Global Village.
The fairground will be twice as big as last year, giving visitors an ample choice of rides and opportunities to win gifts through skill games. This year Global Village will also be introducing a new Go-Kart Track as well as the largest Ferris Wheel at 40 metres high.
Global Village 2003 will be the official venue for the daily Dubai Shopping Festival Car and Gold Raffle Draw. So get ready for a bigger and better than ever before Global Village 2003!
Dubai World Trade Center
Dubai World Trade Center
Mission Statement}
To be the leading commercial, residential, exhibition & convention centre in the Middle East and adjacent regions, complementing the Dubai government’s initiatives and benefiting the local community through a dedicated team exceeding customer expectations.
History
The Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) was built by H.H. Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and ruler of Dubai. DWTC is considered one of Dubai's premier landmark properties and business locations. Today, the complex comprises the original 39-storey office tower, eight exhibition halls, the Dubai International Convention Centre, which can accommodate more than 6,500 delegates in its multipurpose hall when set in auditorium style, a business club, and residential apartments with a leisure club.
The Dubai World Trade Centre has been at the forefront of exhibition organising in the Middle East for more than 20 years. The professional expertise of the DWTC has guaranteed the success of all exhibitions organized by DWTC, in addition to international exhibitions featuring health, oil & gas, food, construction, interior design, fashion, consumer electronics, education and motor vehicles.
Services
Recognizing the importance of an effective marketing tool to promote its exhibitions, the Dubai World Trade Centre has developed and maintained the biggest and most comprehensive database in the region. DWTC staff work daily on updating all information held on this database. The database can be sorted by business sector, gender, nationality, title or simply by country.
The success of the exhibition business at the Dubai World Trade Centre greatly contributes to the success of Dubai in establishing its reputation as the business hub of the Middle East and the neighboring countries. The Dubai World Trade Centre exhibitions offer not only a window to the Gulf but also access to the vast and lucrative markets of the CIS countries and the Indian Subcontinent. Another major factor behind this resounding success is the ability of the DWTC management to respond to specific market needs by creating new exhibitions that cover all the trade fields in the Middle East where face-to-face contact is the major key for business success.
Through the exhibitions and conferences that it organized and hosted in the past few years, the DWTC has supported the role of Dubai as a commercial and cultural meeting point. The DWTC has been directly involved in introducing international companies and institutions to the Middle East markets and to the local cultures, as well as providing an ideal business atmosphere for Gulf and regional companies to promote their products and services to the Middle East and the world.
In addition to the exhibition business, the Dubai World Trade Centre operates, leased space for offices within 33 of its 39 storey tower, the Conference Facilities, the Dubai World Trade Centre Furnished Apartments, the Executive Serviced Offices and the Arabic language Centre.
Dubai Shopping Malls
Al Bustan Centre
Al Bustan Centre is one of Dubai's biggest shopping malls, housing some of the most renowned brand names and offering the best bargains one can find.
The mall houses over 80 shops selling clothes, jewelry, perfumes, watches, cosmetics, foot-ware, toys and kids-wear and a super market catering to the needs of in-house guests.
In addition to the wide retailing spectrum of the complex, the mall housesa Textile Market offering a variety of first class textile materials from the most famous international brands, be it casual, everyday or formal, evening and bridal wear.
The Shopping Centre incorporates an all- encompassing food court that offers an intriguing array of international dishes. The food variety served from Italian, Chinese, Oriental, Indian and Mongolian restaurants to fast food chains such as McDonald's and Subway, gratifies all tastes and meets all demands of savoring the best - at one location.
Al Ghurair City
The Al Ghurair City will be a harmonious blend of enclosed and exciting streetscapes, the best of entertainment, food, upscale residences and state of the art office space.
It will house the latest international brands and strong local and regional brands. The merchandising mix will attempt to differentiate the project and will offer new retail experiences in the city and the region.
In terms of design it will marry the most modern architecture with traditional icons. It will create a new metaphor - "Modern Arabic" and will become a unique place to visit in addition to being a bustling shopping destination. This new architectural style enhanced with exciting streetscapes, will make Al Ghurair City a tourist must-see in Dubai.
Al Maydan Shopping Centre
Al Maydan Shopping Centre is situated in the centre of Dubai's trade area, Nasser Square"Baniyas Square". Built only 2 years ago by the prestigious company Nasser bin Abdullatif Al Serkal Establishment, this is a unique building, both on the outside and on the inside.
The Omani-style architecture gives this building its uniqueness among other more modern-style buildings in the area. On the inside, you will find a beautiful example of Arabic interior, with details that are well worth taking a closer look at or even taking pictures of! Furthermore, you will find a selection of different shops, offering a complete shopping spree for the real shoppers! Fur, leather, jewellery, shoes, clothes, handbags, cosmetics, lingerie, beauty salon and barber, carpets, electronics and mobile phone shops is a selection of what you will find in Al Maydan Shopping Centre. On ground floor, you will also have a chance to rest your feet in the comfy coffeeshop. So don't waste your time thinking where you should go first, Al Maydan Shopping Centre is the place to be if you love shopping!
Burjuman Centre
Located in the heart of Dubai, the BurJuman Centre is a distinctive landmark which comprises more than three hundred thousand square feet of retail space. The centre's atrium courtyards flooded with sunlight, comfortable seating and abundant foliage creates a relaxed yet vibrant shopping environment.
BurJuman has 180 prestigious stores including designer fashions such as Donna Karan, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Cartier, Rodeo Drive, Bally, Stuart Weitzman, Polo Ralph Lauren, Escada, Christian Lacroix, Louis Vuitton, Ines de la Fressange, Aigner, MaxMara, as well as popular ready-to-wear apparel from NEXT, Agnes B, JC Penney, Guess and Morgan. You can also choose from a wide selection of restaurants, a food court and cafés.
To look at the complement of our retailers why not browse through our Mall Directory and whet your appetite for your next visit.
Deira City Centre
At Deira City Centre, you'll discover unbelievable variety and choice - all at one convenient location in the very heart of Dubai. Shops selling everything from exclusive fashions and stylish furniture to food, homewares and electronics are set around a spacious concourse. There are also numerous coffee shops, restaurants and fast food outlets where you can take a break and watch the World go by. Take a stroll around Deira City Centre and discover just how relaxing and enjoyable shopping can be!
Emirates Shopping Boulevard
The Shopping Boulevard at the Emirates Towers is perhaps Dubai most stylish shopping centre. Quality brands abound in a spacious and beautifully designed environment. In addition The Shopping Boulevard features a number of restaurants.
Mazaya Centre
The Mazaya Centre lives up to its name, from the building design and quality of finish, right to its elegant mix of retailers, providing nothing less than 100% commitment to our customers. Our Innovative and strategic marketing program ensures that the Mazaya Centre is one of Dubai's leading shopping malls.
The MAZAYA Centre opened in the year 2000 and is located on Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai between Thunderbowl Bowling Alley and Safestway Supermarket. Five (5) minutes from the World Trade Centre; Fifteen (15) minutes from the Airport; and Twenty (20) minutes from the Jebel Ali Free Zone.
The MAZAYA Centre comprises two floors of retail, ground and mezzanine, with 117 outlets; 132 luxury residential apartments consisting of one, two and three bedrooms with gym facilities, sauna, two swimming pools and 24-hour security. It also has 48 commercial offices.
Town Centre Jumeirah
This friendly mall, conveniently located on the Jumeriah Beach Road, boasts an attractive range of shops and services. Residents and visitors will discover exciting stores offering the latest high fashion, luxury items, cosmetics, books, household goods, eyewear, food, mobile phones and much more.
For the convenience of shoppers, Town Centre also offers services like postal, Etisalat bill payment and traffic fine payment machines, a classified advertising board and creative gift-wrapping. What's more Town Centre has a fascinating children's entertainment zone, Fun Town and a Food Court offering diverse cuisine. Notably, only Town Centre has a Special Traveller's Advantage Card for the benefit of transit shoppers. Town Centre Jumeriah is truely a mall that has it all.
Wafi Mall
Wafi Mall widely regarded as one of Dubai's most elegant shopping complexes, the ideally located Wafi City Mall has always been a place where it's usual to discover the unusual. With over 200 stores featuring haute couture, popular fashions, fashion accessories, electronics, household accessories, home furnishings, gifts and leather goods, Wafi City Mall offers something for everyone.
The opening of the 'Link' in January 2002, introduced a further host of brands including MAC, Goodies - Lebanon's most popular food hall and restaurant , Patchi, Claire's, Cesare Paciotti, La Senza, Trussardi and Paris Gallery. Starbucks also opened offering weary shoppers a place to relax. The Link, as its name suggests, links Wafi City Mall to the Pyramids complex and has provided the perfect venue for a variety of exhibitions and fashion shows.
Wafi City Mall is also home to one of the city's most exciting family entertainment centers - Encounter Zone. Divided into two separate 'worlds'; Galactica and Lunarland, Encounter Zone caters for younger children and adults. Attractions for teenagers include the famous Crystal Maze, 3-D Animation Theatre, an indoor roller-blading area, a 'live' horror show while Lunarland offers a soft play area, ball pool, flying spaceships and an arts and crafts corner.
A number of excellent restaurants and cafes scattered throughout tempt shoppers with international cuisine. Biella, on the ground floor, adds Italian flair, Hediard, on the first floor, casts a French spell, Goodies, in the link, exudes Arabic delicacies while the food court and cafes ensure all tastes are catered for.
Whether choosing to spend time shopping, browsing, dining or playing, Wafi City Mall has everything you need for the time of your life!
Sahara Centre
Sahara Centre, offering a unique blend of shopping and entertainment, is located on the Dubai - Sharjah highway, just off the Al Nahda Interchange and directly on the Dubai - Sharjah border.
Dubai Media City
Dubai Media City
Strategically located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates at the crossroads of the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, Dubai Media City (DMC) will be the region's media hub.
DMC has been established by the Dubai Technology, E-Commerce and Media Free Zone Authority to provide the infrastructure and environment that will enable media-related enterprises to operate globally out of Dubai.
DMC is the place where every kind of media business - Broadcasting, Publishing, Advertising, Public Relations, Research, Music, Post Production will thrive and have the Freedom to Create.
DMC will be a community for media talent to share best practices and build interdependent productive relationships.
The key benefits to Broadcasters at DMC include:
State-of-the-art teleport/uplink/play-out.
Broadband and telecommunication access.
Production and post production facilities and studios.
Growth opportunities.
DMC offers :
Freedom To Grow
Freedom To Be
Freedom To Operate
Freedom To Develop
Freedom To Express
Dubai Jewellery
Dubai Jewellery
Dubai has evolved as a significant jewellery manufacturer as well as wholesaling substantial quantities of jewellery from Italy, Malaysia, Indonesia and South Korea. Italy alone exports around 25 tonnes (0.8 million oz) of gold as jewellery to Dubai annually. Saudi Arabian manufacturers have also established outlets in Dubai. Factories in Dubai and the neighbouring emirate of Sharjah produce around 49 tonnes (1.6 million oz) of gold jewellery annually.
The essence of jewellery marketing in Dubai is high volume and low mark-up. With no sales tax, it is one of the cheapest places to buy jewellery. Indeed, Dubai calls itself 'City of Gold'. The 400 gold shops in its souks and shopping malls have 9.3 tonnes (0.3 m oz) on display in 18, 21, 22 and 24 carat gold, often with jewellery, coins and small bars.
The amount of gold jewellery consumed locally in the UAE stands at around 41 tonnes (1.3 m oz). Retail sales, however, are far higher because of the very large number of purchases made by tourists. A major surge in consumption occurs every March with the Dubai Shopping Festival which actively promotes gold. During the March 2001 festival, it is estimated that over 9 tonnes (0.3 m oz) of gold jewellery was sold.
The Dubai Gold & Silver Jewellery Group, an association of local manufacturers, wholesalers and retailers, is active in promotion.
Dubai International Airport
Dubai International Airport
Dubai International Airport is considered the Middle East’s premier and busiest airport. In 2001, despite the impact of global events, it registered a 10% growth in passengers throughput which totaled 13.5 million. The ACI traffic statistics have ranked Dubai International Airport as one of the fastest growing airport in the world.
Anticipating the travel demands of the 21st century, the Dubai Department of Civil Aviation commenced a US$540 million expansion program in 1997 which was completed with the opening of the Sheikh Rashid Terminal in 2000. Dubai International Airport at present has the capacity to handle 22 million passengers annually.
However, according to projections, 30 million passengers are expected to use Dubai International Airport by 2010. With these figures in mind, the Department of Civil Aviation is set to begin the 2nd phase of expansion costing US$ 2.5 bn in the first quarter of 2002 to be completed by 2006. This phase will include Terminal 3, Concourse 2 and Concourse 3. (For details check Future Plan).
Remarkable growth for Dubai International Airport – 16 million passengers register a 18% growth in 2002.
Dubai Knowledge Village
Dubai Knowledge Village
A vibrant, connected learning community that will develop the region’s talent pool and accelerate its move to the knowledge economy.
What will it do?
Position the Dubai Technology, E-Commerce and Media Free Zone as a centre of excellence for learning and innovation.
Provide the infrastructure for developing, sharing and applying knowledge.
Lead, promote and facilitate the use of E-Learning in education and training in the region.
Develop key initiatives to bridge the talent gap in the region.
Work with Dubai Internet City and Dubai Media City companies to develop the skills and know-how of the industry
A 1 Kilometre long infrastructure that is designed to provide a complete learning environment for:
International pronoun academic programs
Corporate training companies specialize on IT, Media, Management, Financial, Medical, …
Corporate Schools/Universities of major DIC and DMC companies
Leading eLearning content providers for k-12, academic, and corporate
Innovations centers
Research & Development institutes
Certification and testing organizations
And include the following shared facilities:
Multimedia library
Auditorium and Conference facilities
Modern classrooms and computer labs
IT and Media Laboratories
Food court and commercial facilities
Dormitory
Dubai Gold and Diamond Park
Dubai Gold and Diamond Park
The three-storey development, which makes up Phase One of the park, is already fully let, with 118 manufacturers and thirty retailers operating there. As the park is an extension of the Jebel Ali Free Zone, the manufactures and retailers are able to benefit from lower operating costs, and in turn this gives the opportunity to compete in international markets.
The exterior of the park reflects the Arabic architectural heritage of the region, while inside it is spacious, cool, clean and comfortable.
The shops are arranged around a central square where an open-plan French Connection coffee shop gives you the opportunity to sit and soak up the atmosphere. There are well appointed bathrooms, traditional display cabinets, and a museum giving the history of the Emirates heritage in producing quality jewellery products.
The park has attracted leading jewellery manufacturers from around the world, and all manufacturing units to supply gold and diamond jewellery to the shops.
It is not just yellow and white gold that is available here, as Prestige Palace at the park brings purple gold to the Middle East for the first time.
Pinctada Pearls can also be found located close to the coffee shop, and their smart premises allow them to showcase their exquisite pearls. You can view black pearls from Tahiti, and pinky white and creamy white Australian South Sea pearls. Pinctada only stock salt-water pearls, which are of a much superior quality and have a thicker nacre coating.
Because of its superb location at the intersection of the Sheikh Zayed Road, the park will prove to be popular not only to nationals and expats, but also to the tourist trade. All the beach hotel visitors will be able to reach the park easily and quickly, and ample parking spaces re available. The park will enable people to see how jewellery is history of the Emirates.
With its own special hallmark on the jewellery made here, the park can ensure the quality and originality of its products to its customers.
This is just the first phase of the Gold and Diamond Park, whose facilities on completion will make it one of the worlds principle centers for the manufacture of gold and diamond jewellery of the highest international quality.
Dubai Duty Free
Dubai Duty Free
Dubai Duty Free - in brief. Dubai Duty Free opened for business on December 20th 1983 and over the past two decades has grown to become one of the top three airport retailers in the world with a turnover that has risen from US$20 million (1984) to US$712 million (2006).
Employing over 1800 people, the operation has consistently raised the benchmark for airport retailing in the Middle East. Its founding principal of offering international travelers a wide range of quality merchandise and a high level of service in a shopper-friendly environment, still holds true to this day.
Offering over 35,000 product lines, Dubai Duty Free recorded over 16 million sales transactions in 2005, which is an average of 44000 transactions per day.
Ahead of the fields
There seems to be no stopping Dubai Duty Free. Consistent high sales during its 22 years of exceptional growth have helped it to become firmly established as one of the world’s travel retail giants. Currently ranked No3 in the world in terms of turnover, record sales year on year have long been the hallmark of Dubai Duty Free and in 2006 reported a turnover of US$ 712 million. Commenting on the year-end figures, H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Department of Civil Aviation, Dubai said: “It has been another highly successful year for Dubai Duty Free and the turnover reflects the operation’s determination to retain its position as one of the top three duty free operations in the world. I congratulate the team at Dubai Duty Free on its record-breaking achievements.”
“This has obviously been a great year so far and we are expecting annual sales to top US$712 million,” commented Colm McLoughlin, Managing Director of Dubai Duty Free. “There will also be some new and refurbished areas that we think will continue to add to the shopping experience.”These changes include the refurbished Fashion area and Electronics. Changes which have contributed to the recent success include the opening of a new Household shop, offering top-quality soft furnishings and home appliances.
The range and quality of goods available at Dubai Duty Free is second to none, perfect for gifts and must-have items whether you are leaving or arriving in Dubai. The spacious shopfloor layout is customer friendly, while the operation’s reputation for excellent service and value-for-money ensures that Dubai Duty Free is one of the best-known duty free operations in the world. You really will not want to get on that plane!In recognition of its success, 2006 has seen the operation continue to be a regular award winner, and it recently scooped the Business Traveler Middle East award for Duty Free Shopping for a sixth consecutive year. In 2006, Dubai Duty Free continued to receive international recognition and won the industry’s Raven Fox Award for ‘Middle East Travel Retailer of the Year’ in addition to winning the Business Traveller Middle East award for ‘Best Airport for Duty Free Shopping’. Also in 2006, Dubai Duty Free retained its status as a ‘Superbrand’ while on the sporting front the Dubai Duty Free Men’s Open won the ATP Tour Awards for ‘Tournament of the Year’ and ‘Best ATP Tournament “ Operations’.
“Those who vote in these awards are frequent travelers who have high expectations when it comes to service and quality. Therefore their continued vote of support is particularly rewarding,” commented HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Department of Civil Aviation, Dubai and Chairman of Emirates Group. There is set to be even more surprises ahead from Dubai Duty Free as it approaches its 23rd birthday and looks forward to breaking more records in the future. Construction is already well underway on the new Concourse at Dubai International Airport, which will expand the Duty Free retail area by a further 8,000 square metres and is due for completion in the later part of the year.
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