Dubai Land, Dubai

About Dubai Land

DUBAILAND: The abode of the rich & not-so-famous too

Launched with much fanfare in 2003, by Dubai’s ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Dubailand occupies a mammoth 3bn sqft of leisure, sports, entertainment, residential and shopping attractions that are either fully operational or a work-in-progress.

Conveniently located on Emirates Road, a mere 25-minutes from the International airport, 20-minutes from the newly opened Al Maktoum International Airport and a hour’s drive from Abu Dhabi, Dubailand is the outcome of detailed planning and comprehensive designs by some the of the world’s foremost experts with the sole objective of reinforcing Dubai’s reputation as an leading global hub for family tourism.

With an array of recreational, entertainment, retail and residential options on offer, Dubai’s upcoming Dubailand development is attracting a slew of projects ranging from exclusive villa properties to elegant studio apartments for the budget conscious.

Managed by the Dubai Properties Group (DPG), Dubailand attracts a massive 13mn visitors per year from the UAE and outside and is therefore a prime destination for leading developers like Damac Properties and investors alike looking to develop tourism, leisure and residential options for both residents and visitors to the Emirate.

Leading the list of premium developments in this area is The Trump Estates by Damac Properties, one of the largest luxury property developers in the region. Conceptualised by the US-based Trump organization, this project envisages approx 28 mn sqft of development and will host an estimated 100 lavish villas and luxury mansions on completion.

The chance to own a 4 to 7Bhk villa here with an area between 4037-12,019 sqft, comes with the added incentive of getting a chance to tee off at the ‘Trump International Golf Club’. Managed and operated by Trump, this mind blowing 18-hole golf course is designed by the world-renowned Gil Hanse, and is the first Trump golf course in the Middle-East.

In keeping with the quality standards expected from a Trump property, this gated community project comes with the promise of exemplary service and amenities such as:  a swimming pool, tennis courts, a gymnasium, dedicated parking space, high-speed elevators, CCTV, intercom facility, round-the-clock security and ample water supply. 
The interiors of the Villas here have been furnished with concealed lighting, special floor finishes, indoor glazing , semi-gloss kitchen cabinets, fully outfitted counter tops (with fridge, freezer, oven, washer/dryer and dishwasher), porcelain-tiled floors, stainless steel sink, built-in wardrobes, premium sanitary ware and fittings, water/electrical supply outlets (in the yard) and a marble threshold among others.

Prices at this exclusive Trump-Damac project begin from AED 7,267,500-onwards.
A short drive away from the city centre on the Umm Suqeim expressway lies another newly-launched premium residential project being developed by Damac Properties. Spread across 55 mn sqft Akoya Oxygen is set to be one of the largest green communities in the UAE, courtesy the 11,000 trees that have been planted all along the 18-hole Trump golf course.

On offer here is a choice between 3/4/5/6Bhk energy-efficient apartments and plush villas ranging from 1,638-3,927 sqft and priced from AED 15,00,000-onwards. Perfectly suited to rejuvenate your mind, body and soul, this project comes with several onsite attractions including a lotus-shaped yoga enclave, unique wellness, detox and slimming treatments by expert therapists, a cluster of interactive fountains, sprinklers and shooters throughout to escape the heat and its very own organic market for fresh produce, in addition to the 18-hole golf course, a retail centre, clubhouse, mosque and its very own multi-cuisine restaurant.  
Akoya Oxygen is scheduled for completion around December 2017.


For those who prefer to live in high-rises, Loreto @Akoya Park by Damac, is a twin tower project offering a wide range of options that range from a STD, 1/2/3Bhk apartments and townhouses.  With prices beginning from AED 5,34,000, and unit areas varying from 817-3,932 sqft, is also equipped with state-of-the-art amenities and design features.

These include: lobby with a 24-hour concierge desk, power back up, fire alarm, fire-fighting equipment, 24-hour security, ample water supply, intercom facility, landscaped gardens, gymnasium, swimming pool, central air-conditioning, satellite TV and telephone connection points, vitrified flooring and anti-skid tiling in all bathrooms.

Possession at Loreto @Akoya Park is expected by July 2016.
Also in the same vicinity of Umm Suqeim road is Artesia @ Akoya by Damac. Towers C&D of this project feature a choice of hotel apartments in the configuration of STD (417-607 sq.ft), 1Bhk (840- 1226 sq.ft), 2 (1150-1685 sq.ft) and 3Bhk (1722-2,286 sq.ft), priced from AED 1,204,600 onwards.

Artesia is located close to several key landmarks in the area like the Mall of Emirates, Ibn Battuta Mall, Lulu Hyper Market, The Dubai Mall, Noor Bank Metro Station, Dubai London Specialty Hospital, Emirates International School and the Emirates NBD Branch.
Amenities and facilities that will be made available to buyers in this project include: a swimming pool, gymnasium, Spa Hotel, Golf course, clubhouse, schools, community facility, landscaped lakes and a dedicated parking space for each unit.

Artesia @Akoya by Damac is expected to be completed around April 2018.

Damac’s Golf Promenade project within the existing Akoya project is at the pre-launch stage.  Planned as a Gr + Two Podium + 7 (3rd to 9th floor) twin hotel apartment building (Tower A & B), this project offers a choice between STD, 1,2 & 3Bhk apartments and townhouses in areas measuring 485-3932 sq.ft.

The value-for-money specifications at this project include: vitrified flooring, anti-skid in bathrooms, power backup, aluminium windows, fire alarm, fire-fighting equipment, concealed wiring & plumbing. Other key amenities on offer here are a kid’s play area, ample parking space, high speed lifts, CCTV, intercom facility, 24-hour security, clubhouse and gymnasium.  

Rochestor – Akoya Park by Damac is an upcoming exclusive 3BHK residential villa (2043 sq.ft) project priced from AED 2,656,200-onwards. The project includes its own open-air amphitheatre, running & cycling tracks, an 18-hole putting green, barbecue area, cafe, skate-boarding park, floodlight football pitch, basketball, tennis and badminton courts, children's water play area, a life-sized chess board and a luxurious beach-fronted swimming pool among its stellar facilities. Also on this list is a choice of supermarkets, pharmacies, laundries and banks.

The open-air amphitheatre will showcase the latest movies under the night sky, while the elegant cafe, overlooking the tranquil environment will be a private escape for the community to watch the world go by. The swimming pool which laps up against the man-made beach front is the perfect place for rest and relaxation, while the kids let off steam in the fun and interactive water area.

The project is a gated community and also features double glazed windows (in all rooms), ceramic tiled floors, dedicated parking space, wardrobes in the bedrooms, kitchens fitted with cabinets in some areas and counter tops with space and hookup provisions for white goods, laminated kitchen cabinets, stainless steel sink, standard sanitary fittings & accessories and a mirror threshold.

 This gated villa development project by Damac is expected to be ready by June 2016.
 
Dubailand also hosts Damac’s Queens Meadows project. An ongoing residential project, Queen Meadows features luxury 3BHk townhouses with 63 villas. Offering an area of about 2,578 sq.ft, priced from AED 33,51,600-onwards, every unit here represents the best of both worlds, suburban living and unabashed luxury.
Residents of the Queen Meadows project sat Dubailand will get access to a slew of amenities here that include: 18-hole Championship golf course & PAR 3 academy course, training academy with hi-tech equipment & pro-shop, Trump branded & managed clubhouse & fine dining restaurant, four international standard tennis courts and a spa in addition to a choice of supermarkets, pharmacies, laundries and banks.

Queen Meadows is scheduled for completion around June 2016.
  
The newly-launched Damac Celestia project, on the other hand is a luxury hotel apartment project that offers buyers a dream home with 5-star hotel services. Located in the heart of "The Worlds Expo 2020" site in Dubai, the Celestia towers (Ground + 7 Residential floors) offer a configuration of STD, 1 &2Bhk apartments ( from 465-1160 sq.ft), even as the service aspect is well taken care of the hospitality division of Damac,
Each unit in Celestia offers exquisite a living space, modern living, beautifully finishes in an appealing layout. The project features numerous high-end amenities that take care of your every need within its high-security confines. Modular kitchens, round-the-clock room service, a specialised team to take care of your travel requirements and a door-to-door service for hair and nail treatments are just some of the luxury services on offer here.

The interiors of each centrally air-conditioned unit here come with fitted Kitchen cabinets & countertops, refrigerator, washing machine (with dryer option), hob & oven, wardrobes, fully-tiled bathrooms, double-glazed windows, high-speed Internet access, and ceramic floor tiling among others.

The fully-furnished units here also comes equipped with a Double bed with mattress (in Studio & 1Bhk apartments), clean sheets, pillows and bed covers (in appropriate portions), curtains, bedside table with drawer and a couch (in 1Bhk apartments only).

Priced at AED 621,000-onwards, the project is scheduled for completion sometime in 2016.

Last but not the least is Jasmine @ Akoya by Damac, an ongoing residential project featuring studio units and 1&2Bhk apartments in twin-towers of eight storeys each. Each apartment here measuring anywhere from 417-1,597 sq.ft has been allotted a separate car parking.

Other amenities on offer at this centrally-air-conditioned project include: balconies (as per plan), satellite TV & telephone connection points, double glazed windows (in all rooms), elevators, security access control (for Common areas), laminated kitchen cabinets and standard sanitary ware. Also forming an integral part of this project is a lobby with a 24-hour concierge desk, landscaped gardens, gym with separate men/women changing rooms and a swimming pool.

Priced from AED 542450-onwards, units here offer an area from 417-1,597sq.ft. The project is slated for completion in mid-2016.

(All prices mentioned herein are indicative)