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Arabian Business
30-04-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai's JA Resorts invests AED300m in new multi-sport complex
JA Resorts & Hotels is investing more than AED300 million to develop a new multi-sport facility in Jebel Ali, Dubai, with phased openings expected to begin later this summer. The JA Sports & Shooting Club will feature international-standard football and cricket grounds, an indoor shooting range, and integrated jogging and cycling tracks connected to the group's existing hotels — JA Lake View Hotel, JA Beach Hotel, and JA Palm Tree Court. The football complex will include six floodlit, international-size pitches with skills training areas, home and away bases, and two 500-seat stands. The cricket facilities will include a full-size oval, professional training nets, and a 100-seat stand. A 15,000 sqm indoor shooting range — the first of its kind in the region — is expected to open in early 2026. It will feature 25m and 50m pistol lanes and a 200m multifunctional shotgun and rifle range. A restaurant is also planned within the shooting facility. The development is positioned to support professional teams and recreational users and will serve communities in the growing areas of Palm Jebel Ali and Dubai South. 'This landmark facility represents our vision to not only boost the sporting infrastructure of Dubai and the wider region, but also to contribute meaningfully to the UAE's hospitality sector,' said Tariq Baker, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Dutco, the project's owning company. The project aligns with Dubai's Quality of Life Strategy 2033, which aims to enhance wellbeing in the emirate.
The National
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Dubai Garden Glow to move to a new location after 10 years
Dubai Garden Glow is moving to a new address and adopting a fresh concept. Since opening in 2015, the site has been one of the city's favourite tourist and family destinations, known for its radiant installations and animatronic dinosaurs. It was most famous for having the world's largest glow-in-the-dark garden, which was illuminated by more than 10 million LED lights. It also featured an Art Park, with lit sculptures created from sustainable materials, as well as a Glow Safari populated by a menagerie of lit animals. The garden's 10th and final season at Zabeel Park ended on April 6. Dubai Garden Glow is yet to confirm where and when it will reopen. 'We will be back soon, in a new location and with an exciting new concept,' the attraction's social media account posted. The garden's closure comes as Zabeel Park prepares for an overhaul as part of the Dubai 2040 Urban Master Plan. The park will become home to Therme Dubai, which is expected to open in 2028. It will be the world's tallest well-being centre at 100 metres, featuring an interactive park and the world's largest indoor botanical garden. It will be able to host 1.7 million visitors a year. The Dh2 billion facility is part of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033, which was launched last year by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence. 'Therme Dubai will be an iconic addition to Dubai's skyline,' Sheikh Hamdan wrote on X in February. The flagship scheme will feature a Michelin-star restaurant, three 18-metre waterfalls and 4,500 square metre indoor and terrace pools. A large-scale play area will include 15 waterslides and a variety of art installations.
Arabian Business
08-02-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai real estate supply; Exclusive Salt Bae interview; Sheikh Hamdan announces well-being resort; UAE deportations; Kuwait announces holiday – 10 things you missed this week
Dubai real estate sales passed $12bn last month and analysts have identified the best performing markets and factors likely to have an impact on prices in the year ahead. Elsewhere in the news Sheikh Hamdan announced a new well-being resort in the city, Brits are flocking to the UAE, Kuwait announced a public holiday and a new iconic hotel revealed its opening dates. Catch up on the biggest stories this week, as selected by Arabian Business editors. Therme Dubai: Sheikh Hamdan announces world's tallest $545mn well-being resort Dubai has unveiled plans for Therme Dubai, set to become the world's tallest well-being resort, as part of its Quality of Life Strategy 2033 launched in May 2024. The AED 2 billion development will feature an interactive park and the world's largest indoor botanical garden. Located at Zabeel Park, the development aims to welcome 1.7 million visitors annually when it opens in 2028. 'In May 2024, Dubai marked a new chapter in its pursuit of enhancing the well-being of its community under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's visionary leadership with the launch of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033. This ambitious roadmap aims to establish our city as the world's best place to live,' Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai said via X. Salt Bae: Meet the butcher building a billion-dollar business one golden steak at a time It's a cool Sunday afternoon in Dubai, and the Four Seasons hotel in Jumeirah is alive with quiet preparation. On the hotel's forecourt, valet staff are preparing for an influx of luxury cars that will grace the array of fine-dining restaurants. But there's one that stands out, Nusr-Et steakhouse. In its outdoor seating area, a man casually strolls with a cappuccino in hand. His outfit – a simple white t-shirt tucked into black trousers – might seem ordinary, but on him, it's iconic. Add the signature round sunglasses, and there's no mistaking him. This is Nusret Gökçe, known to the world as Salt Bae. He walks the grounds like a king surveying his castle, calm but focussed. 'We keep growing,' he tells Arabian Business, a smile hinting at the pride behind his words. 'Business never sleeps. Our concept, our brand – everyone is waiting for us.' Dubai real estate supply shortage pushed up property prices and rent last year – will it be the same in 2025? Dubai's real estate market experienced a landmark year in 2024, driven by unprecedented demand in both residential and office sector. As supply struggles to keep pace, the market is seeing record-breaking growth in rents, prices, and transaction volumes according to data from Cushman & Wakefield Core's Dubai Annual Report 2024-2025. With no sign of slowing demand, 2025 will see further increases, despite more stock coming to market, particularly in the residential market. Middle-class Britons join wealth exodus to UAE amid UK economic uncertainty A growing number of middle-class British families are relocating to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), joining an unprecedented exodus of wealthy individuals from the United Kingdom, as concerns mount over Britain's economic outlook and changes to tax policies. The trend marks a significant shift from historical migration patterns that typically saw only high-net-worth individuals and senior executives moving to the Gulf state, according to property experts and wealth managers interviewed by Arabian Business. 'In the past, people that were moving to Dubai were high earners, professionals, or people with a lot of family wealth,' said Asad Khan, CEO of Invest Dubai Real Estate (IDRE). 'But now, we see many middle-class families moving over from all walks of life – different backgrounds and different professions.' Influencers flock to Dubai 'faster than brunch reservations on a Saturday' fuelled by Golden Visas, zero income tax, luxury lifestyle Dubai has become a hub for global influencers in recent years with an increase in the relocation of social media stars to the city, predominantly from the US, Asia and Europe. Industry experts attribute the rising interest to several factors including tax-free income, infrastructure and policies that contribute to growth, exposure and lifestyle benefits. ' Influencers are arriving faster than brunch reservations fill up on a Saturday. Every day, new digital personalities touch down at DXB with a dream, a camera, and a game plan,' Samet Özetçi, co-founder, Walther Kranz Agency said in an exclusive interview with Arabian Business. The UAE is currently home to over 25,000 influencers with follower counts ranging from 1,000 to one million, according to a recent report. A Dubai real estate agent has sold three full buildings in just seven hours at one of the city's fastest-growing developments. Kamil Magomedov, a leading agent at Provident Real Estate, successfully sold the buildings at Expo City. The landmark transaction highlights the growing significance of Expo City as Dubai's next major business and residential hub. Jumeirah Group's superyacht-inspired Marsa Al Arab in Dubai opens for bookings from March 14 Jumeirah Group has announced bookings are now open for its latest ultra-luxury development Marsa Al Arab, with the superyacht-inspired resort set to welcome its first guests on March 14, 2025. Located on a prime peninsula next to Dubai's iconic Burj Al Arab, the new property represents one of the city's most significant hospitality launches in recent years, featuring 386 rooms, suites and penthouses, each with panoramic terraces overlooking either the Arabian Gulf or city skyline. Designed by Shaun Killa, the architect behind Dubai's Museum of the Future, the nautical-themed resort will house an extensive food and beverage portfolio comprising 11 restaurants and four bars under one roof. Dubai real estate sales pass $12bn in January as one surprise sector leaps over 151% Dubai's real estate market has made a strong start to 2025, with property sales in January totalling AED44.4bn ($12.1bn), a 24.1 per cent increase in value on the same month last year. A market update issued today by fäm Properties reveals that last month's total of 14,236 transactions also represented a 23.2 per cent increase in volume over January 2024. Land sales for January showed the biggest increase, with 811 plots – a 151.9 per cent month-on-month leap in volume – selling for AED8.6bn ($2.3bn). UAE to deport 6,000 visa violators after extended amnesty The UAE has arrested and will deport 6,000 residency visa violators following an extended amnesty at the end of 2024. The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs, and Port Security (ICP) conducted 270 inspection campaigns across the UAE in January 2025 under the slogan 'Towards a Safer Society' to apprehend violators of the country's entry and residency laws. This initiative aimed to ensure compliance with residency and foreign affairs regulations following the end of the grace period, which ran from September 1 to December 31 2024, allowing violators to rectify their status. Kuwait announces 5-day holiday Kuwait has announced a five-day public holiday to be marked at the end of this month. The holiday was announced by the Cabinet as part of its weekly meeting. The decision declares Tuesday, February 25 to Thursday, February 27 as holidays marking National and Liberation Days 2025.
Dubai Eye
04-02-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
World's tallest wellbeing resort coming to Dubai
His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai has announced Dubai is to build the world's tallest wellbeing resort. The resort, called 'Therme Dubai', is part of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, will stand 100 metres high and will be open in 2028. Dubai is allocating over AED2 billion for the development of the resort, which will feature the world's largest indoor botanical garden and is expected to attract 1.7 million visitors annually. Key attractions include a Michelin-star restaurant, three 18-metre waterfalls, and expansive 4,500-square-metre indoor and terrace pools offering dynamic, all-year water environments. Additionally, the project will feature a play area with 15 waterslides and experiential art installations. Posting on X Sheikh Hamdan said: "In May 2024, Dubai marked a new chapter in its pursuit of enhancing the well-being of its community under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's visionary leadership with the launch of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033." In May 2024, Dubai marked a new chapter in its pursuit of enhancing the well-being of its community under His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum's visionary leadership with the launch of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033. This ambitious roadmap aims to establish our… — Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) February 4, 2025 He continued, "This ambitious roadmap aims to establish our city as the world's best place to live. Building on this strategy, we announce Therme Dubai—the world's tallest wellbeing resort." Sheikh Mohammed added, "To be located at Zabeel Park and set to open in 2028, Therme Dubai will be an iconic addition to Dubai's skyline. This innovative project reflects our commitment to enhancing urban biodiversity and environmental sustainability, and creating enriching experiences for Dubai's residents and visitors." Hamdan bin Mohammed approves the AED2 billion 'Therme Dubai' project, the region's first-of-its-kind wellbeing resort and interactive garden, designed to host 1.7 million visitors annually. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 4, 2025 The building's design embodies sustainable engineering principles, leveraging cutting-edge technologies for water treatment, heating and cooling. The resort will recycle 90 per cent of the water used in its thermal pools, while 80 per cent of the fresh air and cooling needs will be met through clean energy sources. Additionally, the project will serve as a cultural hub, hosting innovative and immersive art from cities across the globe. The project encompasses three key zones. The first is the Play Zone, a family-friendly area that blends fun, entertainment, and health-related activities for both adults and children. The second is the Relax Zone, dedicated to adults and offering indoor and outdoor relaxation pools, mineral pools, steam rooms, and natural treatments using mineral-enhanced water. The third is the Restore Zone which focuses on rejuvenation, providing visitors with a tranquil escape in a spacious thermal complex, complete with saunas, steam rooms, and innovatively designed mineral treatment baths that elevate the guest experience to unparalleled levels of comfort and quality. The resort's design is centred around integrating nature and water at the heart of the project, providing elements that contribute to enhancing human well-being. It will feature the world's largest indoor botanical garden, supporting urban biodiversity and sustainable development. This garden will feature over 200 plant species from around the globe, paired with clear, warm thermal waters. The "Therme Dubai" AED2 billion project, the region's first-of-its-kind wellbeing resort and interactive garden, aims to enhance the quality of life and well-being of the community in Dubai. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) February 4, 2025
ARN News Center
27-01-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
Dubai sees major rise in green spaces with over 216,000 new trees
Dubai Municipality has announced a major green milestone, planting 216,500 new trees in 2024, a 17% increase from the previous year. This translates to around 600 trees being planted every day. The city's green spaces have also grown by 391.5 hectares (about 3.9 million square metres), marking a 57% rise from 2023. These efforts are part of the broader goals under Dubai's 'Quality of Life Strategy 2033'. As part of its commitment to sustainability, Dubai Municipality also planted 5.3 million seedlings and replaced 45 million seasonal flowers throughout the year. In addition, 165 beautification projects were completed under the Dubai Green Project, covering residential areas, roads, parks and public spaces. Badr Anwahi, CEO of Dubai Municipality's Public Facilities Agency, emphasized that these projects aim to enhance Dubai's sustainability and beauty, striking a balance between modern urban planning and environmental preservation. Key greening projects in 2024 included major intersections and bridges along Sheikh Zayed Road, Al Jamayel Street, Al Khawaneej Street, Al Khail Road, Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road and Latifa Bint Hamdan Street. These projects also covered Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed Road, Al Ittihad Road, Dubai-Al Ain Road, and various internal roads in residential areas, including Al Mizhar, Al Barsha, Nad Al Hammar, Nad Al Sheba, Mirdif, Abu Hail and Oud Al Muteena. The trees planted range from native species like Ghaf and Sidr to ornamental varieties like neem, Indian jasmine and various palm varieties. The Municipality also integrated sustainable irrigation methods using recycled water to conserve resources. Dubai's green spaces have now doubled since 2011, with over 52 million square metres of greenery by the end of 2024. — Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) January 27, 2025
