Dubai Islands - Themes & Dreams – The World

Dubai Islands - Themes & Dreams – The World

The World development on Dubai's ocean has peaked a lot of interest from investors and developers alike and with the development's completion in early 2008, the islands of The World are now ready to be developed into anything a particular buyer wishes it to be. Over 50% of the archipelago's islands are sold out at the moment, with more sales within vicinity.

The majority of buyers are corporate developers and world-renowned figures, who intend to develop these private islands into their own sanctuaries in a multitude of ways. However, the general consensus is, the islands will retain their original intended themes, while still adhering to the owners' wishes.

The mega project's master developer, Nakheel, has claimed that there'll be a balance between how private owners and commercial investors 'redo' their islands and how they keep the original idea intact as well. Possible commercial ventures include themed islands, such as a tropical rain forest eco-island, a history resort with a medieval castle and a culinary island for presenting international cuisine.
There are confirmed reports of several themed developments on The World islands. Irish business consortium Larionovo is reported to be developing the Ireland section into an Irish-themed resort, including a number of apartments, villas and luxury leisure facilities. It's also expected to have a recreation of Northern Ireland's Giants Causeway. An island on the Antarctica region will be developed by the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre as a 6000 square metre pearling and marine entertainment centre.

In April 2008, the Salya Corporation purchased Finland and Brunei for US$218 million, with the aim of further developing the islands into fashion-themed resorts based on FTV concepts. A Fashion TV resort will be built in Brunei, while Finland will be developed into the FTV Palace, a fashion community. An Irish group of investors led by John O'Dolan has purchased the England region in September 2008, although the exact development plans are not confirmed yet.

Dubai Islands - An Introduction to The World

Dubai Islands - An Introduction to The World

The World Islands, sometimes incorrectly cited as the Palm World or Globe Islands, are an assortment of artificial islands formed into the continents of the world. These man-made islands are situated off the coast of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. It will comprise of 300 little private artificial islands separated into 4 classes of private homes, estate homes, dream resorts and community islands.
The World Islands - Dubai

The World islands are situated 4 kilometres off the shore of Jumeirah and near the Palm Jumeirah amid Burj Al Arab and Port Rashid at roughly 25°13 North and 55°10 east. It is a US$ 6.6 billion project covering a total area of 9 kilometres in length and 6 kilometres in width. It will be encircled by an egg-shaped seawall. The only means of conveyance between the islands is by water or air. The boat transportation from the terra firma will be from the Umm Suqeim and Jumeirah fishing seaports.
Every island of The World will be from 250 to 900 thousand square feet in size, with 50 to 100 metres of water between every island. Each island will be traded to chosen private creators and are anticipated to sell at a starting price of 25 million AED.

Oqyana-World Islands - Dubai
Oqyana will include 19 islands of The World and will cover the islands of Australasia. This is one of the earliest development plans for The World.


Perseus Resort and Spa
The two islands of Rostov and Orenburg which are regions in Russia, and which form part of the Euro-Asia division of The World, will be engaged by the restricted island-founded spa hotel and abode development. Rostov will have 44 villas with private beaches/pools, and Orenburg will have 220 one, two and three bedroom flats with sea or marina views. The Greek Mediterranean Island style of architecture will be followed and these are bought by Dubai-based Perseus Property Management Ltd.

Jasmine Gardens
The 5-star housing island hangouts will have the Thailand island of The World and be planned with the insight of conventional Thai architecture. It will have 56 studio and 1-bedroom suites as well as 4-bedroom stilt houses and beach villas.

Island Types, Current Investors & More – The World - Dubai

Dubai Islands presents Island Types, Current Investors & More – The World

The World development, by Dubai-based major real estate developer Nakheel, consists of 300 artificially constructed islands making up a 300,000 square foot archipelago on the Gulf Ocean. The islands are located 100 metres apart from each other.
Dubai World Islands

The entire development is for mixed-use, but with separated regions for a variety of purposes. With several island types, the project offers more potential for investors, developers and end-users. The island types available at The World development includes low density, mid to high density, resort and commercial islands.
Dubai World - The Making

The low density islands are located on the master planned development's circumference, offering privacy and access for large vessels. Ideal residential, mixed use communities, commercial and retail developments for family living are the focus of the mid to high density islands. The resort islands are dedicated for the best hotel and resort developments, based around the marinas for a variety of holidaying options. A group of retail outlets, dining options and leisure facilities are offered at the commercial islands. All of the islands are accessible through a series of canals and ships up to 200 feet in height can navigate these canals.
Dubai World Oasis

The year 2008 has seen the beginning of construction on some of The World's islands and 90% of the land has already been reclaimed. Over 50% of The World development is already sold out, with celebrities, corporate tycoons and sub-developers investing heavily on this man-made marvel.
Amazing Dubai World Island

The first developed island, located in the mini Arctic, was gifted by Sheikh Mohammed to seven-time Formula One winner Micheal Schumacher in October 2006. Many world sports icons and Hollywood stars are rumored to be owners of several other islands, although most of it's speculation and not yet confirmed by the main developers. In October 2007, the Shanghai Island was bought by Chinese businessman, Bin Hu, for $28 million and he is expected to place a bid for the remaining five representations of China, including Macao, Huainan, Beijing, Nanjing and Hong Kong.