^^ I guess that makes the UAE population 850,000 only :banana:

according to the most recent survey, the UAE's population was 5.1 million this year. And will touch 6 million in 2010.

what hotels will be on the Crescent, excluding the Atlantis?

Can't confirm this, obviously, but heard recently that only 1 in 5 persons in Dubai at the moment are actually citizens ...

what hotels will be on the Crescent, excluding the Atlantis?

According to The Palm Jumeirah - Interactive Tour (http://www.thepalm.ae/jumeirah/tour-the-island/interactive-tour/), the Crescent includes Jumeirah Al Fattan Palm Resort, Royal Amwaj, Kempinski Hotel Emerald Palace Dubai, Taj Exotica Resort & Spa, and the Kingdom of Sheba.

flickr 2/11/08
http://img530.imageshack.us/img530/8862/dubai4wr5.jpg

is it possible to use these images for commercial purpose?

Anyone have more pics of the center?

That is a beautiful sunset picture.

any updates? it seems so much is happenin in dubai no ones paing attention to pj lol

I drove on the trunk on Saturday.

- Landscaping progressing
- Work going on on Trump site
- The monorail stations were almost completed
- They have started digging to remove the sand and separate the trunk from the main land

I heard from someone that the palm was beginning to sink, is this true or is it a chinese whisper?

I heard from someone that the palm was beginning to sink, is this true or is it a chinese whisper?

:ohno:

I heard from someone that the palm was beginning to sink, is this true or is it a chinese whisper?

What a load of bullshit,

Next someone will be saying that the polar icecaps are melting and the planet is warming up.

Doh !!

I heard from someone that you can cut glass with scissors (if you do it underwater).

maybe we should start a "mate of a mate told me" thread so that all this bullshit can be consigned to the same place ?

substantiated rumours only please....ffs.

Whoaaaaa sorry i asked guys:ohno:

when you hear a rumour like this its best to find out if its true or not, i mean it is a man made island after all.....

Wonder if somebody can help please. I'm comming over to Dubai at Easter for two weeks with my sister and my two teenage nieces who keep asking if I can show them a villa on PJ - they've seen a few programmes about the Palm on the TV in the UK and are fascinated by it. (Unfortunately my budget could not stretch to buying one :cry: so I've had to be content with a couple of one beds in the Marina). Just wondered if some very kind person would be able to accomodate us and show us round their villa for 10 minutes, we're a nice friendly bunch and if you can help please send me a PM. Would be really grateful :)

Can we have a photoshoot of the event. It would be great to see the real Morrismarina :D

Haha ^^^ I am dying waiting for new photos from PJ, someone please save me!!

flickr had some photos....

^^ Of Morris?

I drove on the trunk on Saturday.

- Landscaping progressing
- Work going on on Trump site
- The monorail stations were almost completed
- They have started digging to remove the sand and separate the trunk from the main land

Good progress all round then. :) Hope they do a good job with the greenery as that's very important for PJ imo.

Can't confirm this, obviously, but heard recently that only 1 in 5 persons in Dubai at the moment are actually citizens ...

It's probably more like 1 in 8 or an even lower ratio. What often happens is that people pretend the the half-million laborers here, are not really here. So they conveniently leave them out of the tallies.

^^ WRONG. Laborers are ALWAYS included in the population number ... what are left out are tens of thousands of other people who lives here in visit visas, working part time or in black, and that includes also many top, high or middle ranking management/administrative jobs held by (so called) westerners. Of course there are also armies of people from sub continent or Asia looking for jobs or working on trial periods terms.

I heard from someone that the palm was beginning to sink, is this true or is it a chinese whisper?

the palm to sink,no i dnt think so, the water to rise ,maybe but still will leave no effect on the palm ,if the polar melt down. well the polar is 14.056 million sq km 1/10 of this ice then the palm in the lost island of our days.

from the Nakheel:

Nakheel Marinas and Island Global Yachting announce thousands of new marina berths

- Dubai Boat Show 2008 announcement heralds new era for marina development in Dubai –
- Additional berth space will boost local marine leisure industry -

Dubai: 10 March 2008: Nakheel Marinas, the new division of Nakheel created to provide world-class marinas and amenities, has revealed plans to create thousands of berths for a full range of vessels to meet the rapidly increasing demand in the region. Announcing plans at the Dubai International Boat Show 2008, Nakheel said it is working exclusively with Island Global Yachting (IGY), the premier owner, developer, and manager of marina properties and yachting lifestyle destinations, who will design, deliver, and manage the marinas on all of Nakheel’s waterfront developments.

The two companies are working hand in hand on extensive plans for the formation of a coastal network of luxury marina destinations across Dubai linking all of Nakheel’s waterfront developments. These plans include the creation of mega-yacht facilities and luxury marinas on The Palm islands, Waterfront, and The World. Initial projects revealed include Anchor Marina and Mega Yacht Marina, both located at The Palm Jumeirah. In addition, there will be seven large marinas on The Palm Deira, the first of which will provide 300 wet berths and 200 on dry stack. Two out of the seven of these marinas will provide facilities to accommodate super yachts.

Saeed Harib, Director of Nakheel Marinas, said:

“Nakheel’s vision is to create a standard of marinas viewed as being, at least, comparable with the best in the world. In Island Global Yachting we have a best of breed partner that will enable us to fulfill and even exceed this vision.

“We are excited about the future possibilities that our waterfront developments hold for marina development and we intend to provide the highest quality of facilities for our marinas. Our aim is to create one of the most important destinations for charter boats or visitor boats anywhere in the world through our extensive marina network across Dubai’s coastline.”

Michael Horrigan, CEO Middle East and Asia of Island Global Yachting added:

“The extensive experience and expertise of creating luxurious coastline lifestyles makes IGY a perfect partner for Nakheel and our track record has led to this exclusive partnership. Our vision is to ensure that Dubai and the GCC becomes a warm water destination alongside the Caribbean and the Mediterranean. The activities outlined at this year’s Dubai International Boat Show will go a long way to demonstrating this vision and our commitment to the region.”

Visitors to the Nakheel/IGY stand at the Dubai International Boat Show will be able to view images of Anchor Marina, a luxury 582 berth marina designed to provide berths and recreational facilities for all the residential components nearing completion on The Palm Jumeirah. IGY projects that the West Basin, home to half of the total berths will be operational in the final quarter of 2008, followed by the East basin a month later. The spectacular East and West clubhouses are to be opened in mid 2009 with temporary facilities in place in the meantime.

The Mega Yacht Marina which is located in the protected waters provided by the Crescent breakwater along the west shore of the Trunk of The Palm Jumeirah will also be on display at the show. The first mega yacht marina in the region, planned to open in Dubai in 2009, will have 26 berths for mega yachts up to 100 meters in length, with a further 28 berths ranging from 14 meters to 20 meters. Facilities will include utility systems especially designed to support mega yacht demand, multiple car parking spaces for each berth, at-berth storage, and an exclusive clubhouse.

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:):):banana::banana::banana::cheers::cheers::lol::):)

Has anyone heard about Crown Residence being planned to be built on the trunk of PJ ?

Trump!!!! :cheers:

I love the Donald. :)

^^I just love the tower :D:D:D:D:D

Nakheel Marinas plans 40,000 Dubai berths

By Nadia Saleem, Staff Reporter
Published: March 13, 2008, 00:49

Dubai: Nakheel Marinas, working exclusively with Island Global Yachting (IGY), is in the planning stages to build about 40,000 berths.

"More than 1,500 berths will come into the market this year," said Michael Horrigan, CEO for Middle East and Asia of IGY, which is a developer and manager of marina properties and yachting lifestyle destinations. IGY designs, delivers and manages the marinas for all of Nakheel's waterfront developments in Dubai.

"Two marinas will come online in August this year - The Anchor East and Anchor West at Palm Jumeirah. The births will deal with small- to mid-sized boats.

Plans are also underway for mega-yacht facilities and luxury marinas on The Palm islands, Waterfront, and The World.

The first mega yacht marina will come online early next year at Palm Jumeirah on the west side of the palm truck. "No other marina in the world comes close to equalling what this marina will be. This will be an icon in marinas," Horrigan said.

Next year 3,000 births will be available and 4,000-5,000 births will be ready in 2010.

The marinas are being planned along with other aspects of Nakheel projects. "We master-plan the marinas in the very early stages of the overall waterfront developments," Horrigan told Gulf News.

"Palm Deira has two marinas in advanced design stages, targeted to come online before the end of 2008."

Regarding the availability of the 40,000 births, Horrigan said it depends on the market demand. "The time scope for the rest of the births is market regulated," he said.

"Dubai is the capital of waterfront growth with projects like Palm Jumeirah, Jebel Ali and Deira, Umm Suquiem, The World, Universe and Waterfront. It's everything you could hope for in one place," he said.

"Dubai intrinsically has a maritime culture through the pearl industry, the creek and the dhow. "We are only extending that maritime culture into the lifestyle and social aspect of it."

http://www.gulfnews.com/business/Real_Estate_Property/10196937.html

New Hotel for the Cresent. Only info is here...

http://www.lwdesigngroup.com/

under "hotels" and "crescent"

Nakheel Marinas ties with Island Global Yachting to develop marina berths

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The Clubhouse, Anchor Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

19-Mar-2008

The Clubhouse, Anchor Marina, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai

Nakheel Marinas, the new division of Dubai-based real estate firm Nakheel to provide world-class marinas and amenities, has revealed plans to create thousands of berths for a full range of vessels to meet the rapidly increasing demand in the region. Announcing plans at the Dubai International Boat Show 2008, Nakheel said it is working exclusively with Island Global Yachting (IGY), the premier owner, developer and manager of marina properties and yachting lifestyle destinations, who will design, deliver and manage the marinas on all of Nakheel’s waterfront developments.

Saeed Harib, Director, Nakheel Marinas, said, “Nakheel’s vision is to create a standard of marinas viewed as being, at least, comparable with the best in the world. In Island Global Yachting we have a best of breed partner that will enable us to fulfill and even exceed this vision”.

The two companies are working hand in hand on extensive plans for the formation of a coastal network of luxury marina destinations across Dubai linking all of Nakheel’s waterfront real estate developments. These plans include the creation of mega-yacht facilities and luxury marinas on ‘The Palm’ islands, Waterfront and ‘The World’.

Initial projects revealed include Anchor Marina and Mega Yacht Marina, both located at ‘The Palm Jumeirah’. In addition, there will be seven large marinas on ‘The Palm Deira’, the first of which will provide 300 wet berths and 200 on dry stack.

via arabianbusiness

Dubai property: Average price index

Property prices in Dubai are rising rapidly, but for those planning to buy, it can be difficult to know how much properties in different developments cost. The property index outlines prices for villas, apartments and office space throughout Dubai.

United Arab Emirates: Monday, March 17 - 2008 at 10:41

http://www.ameinfo.com/149928.html

stunning landscape pics of villas
to see a larger image click download photo and zoom in for details

http://picasaweb.google.com/leju.jacob/PalmTour

http://www.gowealthy.com/realestate/news/3864/detail.asp

Residential project within Palm resort off Dubai breaks ground :banana:

23-Mar-2008


Balqis Residence within the Kingdom of Sheba resort on Palm Jumeirah breaks ground
Balqis Residence within the Kingdom of Sheba real estate master project on the Crescent of Palm Jumeirah, Dubai has broken ground. Developed by IFA Hotels & Resorts (IFA HR), Kingdom of Sheba covers 141,500 square metres and is IFA HR’s largest resort project on the island.

A global leader in developing premier integrated and mixed-use hotel and tourism resort projects, IFA HR is present throughout Europe, the Middle East, the Far East, Africa, the Indian Ocean Region and North America.

finally:banana::banana::banana: i wonder if there available gaat trees ...

finally:banana::banana::banana: i wonder if there available gaat trees ...

What are gaat trees? Speaking of trees I'd like to see some oak trees on the palm and throughout Dubai. I think I remember seeing some trees that look like them around Dubai. They could by a lot from the United States if they wanted to.

http://uploader.ws/upload/200803/oaktree.jpg

I prefer the palm trees, but thats just me, hah.

I happen to prefer Oak actually, but I think Oak trees might be too big and out of place on Palm Jumeirah. Palm trees are more suitable here imo. :)

Imre!! Where are you man, can you get us some photos of the Palm anytime soon?

hey guys and gals, just found this picture of the Palm Jumeirah, should be relatively new:
http://www.panoramio.com/photos/original/7453227.jpg

Imre is busy these days and than going home till end of April!!!

Maybe than!!

great shoot thnx for sharing the king ..

And King: What an awesome shot!!!!!
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I'll third that. What a great shot.

Really gives you an inkling of how awesome it will look when the day comes that everything is completed.

Many thanks The King. You are well named.

:)

Great shot it is dated 27th Jan 2008, which is correct, as you can see the temporary dome they used for the universe/blue community launch at the sales center.

AltTab

Awesome!! That'll quench my thirst of Palm Jumeirah Imagery...for now.

WWWWWWWWOW what a picture.

Thanks

Incredible shot The-King :cheers:

I can't wait to see a shot from exactly same place once Trump Tower is completed.

When will the QE2 be delivered ?

http://www.highchic.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/06/qe2.jpg

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i think the QE2 is painted white and parked at Jebal Ali waiting to be retrofitted? or was that another ship...

i think the QE2 is painted white and parked at Jebal Ali waiting to be retrofitted? or was that another ship...

That's a completely different dinghy. Sheikh Mo's 160m private yacht. Biggest private yacht in the world, but still only just over half the length of the QE2.

When will the QE2 be delivered ?

Currently, the ship is on its final voyage. It will be delivered in November 2008 and open in 2009.

But, I have a question of my own:
Does anyone know where the ship will be docked? Looking at the recent image, I was thinking about where it will fit. I am sure they will place it on the Trunk, right?

Currently, the ship is on its final voyage. It will be delivered in November 2008 and open in 2009.

But, I have a question of my own:
Does anyone know where the ship will be docked? Looking at the recent image, I was thinking about where it will fit. I am sure they will place it on the Trunk, right?

Sorry this is a bit amateurish, best I could do in the 10 mins before I have to take the kids to Wild Wadi :)

This shows the approx location and size (at 293m it's the length of 3 shoreline blocks approx)

http://img441.imageshack.us/img441/462/qe2ti2.th.jpg (http://img441.imageshack.us/my.php?image=qe2ti2.jpg)

Thankyou Richard - good effort. It may not be quite as far from the shore as that.

Does anyone know how high the ship is from the water level. What are the chances of this blocking some of the sea view apartments from a 10th floor apartment in the Sultana?

I thought the QE2 will be moored off the crescent and not the trunk......due to its size and the fact it will be a tourist attraction.

Thankyou Richard - good effort. It may not be quite as far from the shore as that.

Does anyone know how high the ship is from the water level. What are the chances of this blocking some of the sea view apartments from a 10th floor apartment in the Sultana?

:lol: A boat blocking sea views from the 10th floor (only in Dubai)......:lol:

:lol: A boat blocking sea views from the 10th floor (only in Dubai)......:lol:

Thankyou Richard - good effort. It may not be quite as far from the shore as that.

Does anyone know how high the ship is from the water level. What are the chances of this blocking some of the sea view apartments from a 10th floor apartment in the Sultana?

You're probably right that it won't be quite that far from the shore, but it may be almost that far. If you look at recent models of the Palm, there will first be a marina with the main pontoon running out at 90 degrees to the trunk, I assume QE2 will sit across the end of that. 100% sure it will be in this approx location and not on the crescent, was told this by NAM directly. Of course plans can always change.

Based on a crude calculation from photos and knowing the length, I estimate the height from water to top of main structure, excluding funnels / masts, to be approximately 43m or 142 ft. I would guess this is approx the same as the height of a 10th floor apartment.

Oh what a picture of the Palm, as of next Thursday it will be official i will be a permanent resident at my villa on Frond D, if you fancy a :cheers: let me know :banana:

hey, thank you for all your positive feedback, here's a picture from yesterday:
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3049/2365261031_9d68a98c80_o.jpg
Still no good process at the Trump Tower site, the connection between the trunk and the mainland is fully removed and sheikh moh's palace looks awesome!!

here are a few more:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2410/2365236027_b653ef85d5_o.jpg
a lot of progress on the crescent, looks like lots of new hotels!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2304/2365243153_62f53e558a_o.jpg
from adifferent angle, the water homes of the Royal Amwaj Hotel are nearing completion!
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2408/2366059722_e808e19000_o.jpg
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3237/2365921977_07532ab28e_o.jpg
The Gateway towers make rapide process!

I thank The King for the fantastic updates. Glad to see that the work seperating the Trunk from the Mainland has finished. In looking at the whole project, I kind of wish they seperated the Fronds from the Trunk with a Bridge; instead of having land connect them. Then boats would be able to go from one side of the Trunk to the other through that Canel. :cheers:

Some of the best photos I've ever seen of Palm Jumeirah! Thanks so much The-King! Keep up good work! :cheers:

Anyone know what's going on that large plot on the left side of the trunk, opposite Golden Mile?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iLy32xZaExg

What's going to be on this huge excavation site at the top of the trunk? Has it an own thread?

yes it has, it is the Village Center see it here:
http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=309715

Some of the best photos I've ever seen of Palm Jumeirah! Thanks so much The-King! Keep up good work! :cheers:

Anyone know what's going on that large plot on the left side of the trunk, opposite Golden Mile?

...Fairmont Palm Residence by IFA (also developers of Golden Mile)

^^

The other hotel plots on the trunk haven't even broken ground yet - strange considering they were announced ages ago.

How will they manage circulation of the water at connection point of fronds ? I see no circulation there because of fronds and breakwaters ... Wont those lochs be dirty ?

And what about sewerage ? Is there a treatment facility ?

Concerning your questions about the circulation of water:

Originally, the Crescent did not have slits on the sides. They were added to allow for the circulation of water. Every 14 days, the water is renewed.

From Palm Jumeirah Facts and Statistics (http://www.thepalm.ae/jumeirah/engineering/facts-and-statistics/):
Engineers placed openings on either side of The Crescent, allowing the seawater to be refreshed every 14 days in order to prevent the water trapped within the island fronds from becoming brackish.

And you can go to Case Study 2 (http://www.thepalm.ae/jumeirah/environment/case-studies/case-study-2/) to read about the sewage treatment plants.

@LoverOfDubai
Hmm thanks for the info ... :okay:

...Fairmont Palm Residence by IFA (also developers of Golden Mile)

Thank u dubayyy :cheers:

I wonder what they plan on doing with this giant pile of sand. It must be from the excavation for the Village Center. Maybe they'll cart it off in a ship to use on another reclamation project?
http://aycu10.webshots.com/image/50689/2000428810043607736_rs.jpg

towerpower either thats the excavation sand or the sand used to expand the beaches on the fronds.

Notice the first golden mile building closest to the village centre is oaint the same dull colour as the shorelines great...well i guess it is called the golden mile lol. THE giant cooling plant or whatever it is next to the future anchor yatch club is in such a terrible location
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Today, April 2, 2008

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How many stations does the monorail have? Where are these stations located?

Wow omario, love your pics!!!! :eek:

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PJ alawys different ....thnx for great shoots omaro keep it up all days ..

Thanks for photos Dubai_Steve :cheers:

That last up-close shot is just wonderful ... some awesome villas there!!

April 3rd by Banthafood ( flickr ):

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Hi friends. i´m from Cartagena, Colombia in South America, and i tell y´all that the Queen Elizabeth is here in it´s last Jurney before get overthere. Here i post you the notice who came out in the paper. I hope you understand spanish.:lol::lol::lol:

El Queen, última vez en Cartagena
REDACCIÓN ECONOMÍA, EL UNIVERSAL -

El crucero activo más antiguo del mundo, Queen Elizabeth 2, arribará hoy por última vez al puerto de Cartagena.

En su última vuelta al mundo, antes de quedarse en las costas de Dubai (uno de los siete Emiratos Árabes Unidos) para convertirse en un hotel y museo flotante, la legendaria nave atracará en la mañana de hoy en los muelles de la Sociedad Portuaria, en Manga.

Este crucero fue comprado en el 2007 por la compañía Istithmar, filial de la Dubai World, por 66 millones de Euros, para servir como hotel flotante y paraíso de compras en la isla artificial de Palm Jumeirah, en Dubai.

En la actualidad es operado por la línea de cruceros Cunard, de bandera británica, que depende de la norteamericana Princess Cruises, del Grupo Carnival Corporation.

La embarcación tiene un registro bruto de 70.327 toneladas de peso, 293,53 metros de eslora, 9,95 metros de calado y 10 cubiertas.

Su conversión final a hotel y museo flotante se hará realidad en el año 2009.

El famoso navío tiene capacidad para alojar a 1.800 pasajeros y en él han viajado miembros de varias monarquías y más de 2 millones de turistas desde 1969.

Cuenta con siete restaurantes (especializados en diferentes tipos de comida) y múltiples atractivos como campo de golf, pista de tenis, piscinas, SPA, gimnasio, biblioteca, tiendas de lujo, entre otros.

Arriving from caribbean sea

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Here there a pic from the dock of Cartagena´s Port

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I hope you liked. By the way...your City it´s one of the kind, congrats!!!!!!:cheers::cheers:

The last voyage of the QE2 will be from New York to Southampton soon. Some friends of mine from Liverpool here, the Mersey Beatles, will play a gig on the ship on that tour.

Jay, and the others i envy you for this !!!!

Hi friends. i´m from Cartagena, Colombia in South America, and i tell y´all that the Queen Elizabeth is here in it´s last Jurney before get overthere. Here i post you the notice who came out in the paper. I hope you understand spanish.:lol::lol::lol:

http://img87.imageshack.us/img87/1040/queenelizabethzt9.jpg


Thanks for the photos fabriziocg79 lol :) Great shot here, but what's with the wheely bin in the way??? :hahaha:

Can't wait to see QE2 arrive in Dubai. It's going to look awesome moored by PJ!! :cheers:

April 3

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Looks a little weird seeing all those towers huddled up together by the water ... and then the nothingness for miles beyond ...

England football star David Beckham has given his $16 million mansion on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah to the parents of his pop singer wife Victoria, press reports said on Sunday.

British weekly tabloid News of the World reported on Sunday that Beckham has given the keys to the waterfront villa on the palm-shape artificial island to his in-laws Tony and Jackie Adams, parents of ‘Posh' Spice Girls singer, Victoria.

"David realised he was not going to be able to spend any time in Dubai," said a source close to 32-year old Beckham, who now plays for Los Angeles football team, LA Galaxy.

"He's got his commitments in Los Angeles and it's a long trip, especially when he still has to spend a lot of time in London - so he discussed it with Victoria and decided that the Dubai place would be a really special present for her parents."

The house, which the Beckhams bought in 2002 for $1.6 million, has rocketed in value by ten times due to Dubai's rise as a world-class tourism destination.

The newspaper also added that though David and Posh would still own the mansion, Tony, 61, and Jackie, 59, can decorate the house according to their own taste and spend as much time as they want there.

"He trusts them completely and knows the property will be in very safe hands," said the source to The News of the World. "He still retains legal ownership, but on a day-to-day basis it's to become their place."

Beckham purchased the luxury home within the prestigious Palm Jumeirah estate after a visit to the emirate before the football World Cup in 2002.

A number of other England football stars - including David's best friend Gary Neville, Michael Owen, David James and Joe Cole - have also bought properties on the Palm Jumeirah, according to The News of the World.

United Arab Emirates (UAE)-based real estate giant Nakheel is planning to build entirely solar-powered homes on its iconic Palm Jumeirah development.

'The idea is still under study and we have to make sure it's feasible before we put in on the market. It's very difficult to give a deadline but we have a very ambitious plan,' Abdulrahman Kalantar, managing director of Design and Development at Nakheel, told Emirates Business 24-7.

Palm Jumeirah is one of the three palm-tree shaped artificial islands being developed by Nakheel along the Dubai coast.

According to Kalantar, the company hoped to fully supply all residential units on the man-made island with solar energy in the next five years.

'We're currently studying a lot of options, one of them being how to maximize the use of solar energy. Solar has been a proven technology all around the world, but the applications and uses are very limited in Dubai. We have plenty of sun and we have to know how to use that energy,' he said.

^^

That's a very good idea. With all the money the UAE has they would be smart to transition to at least 97% of renewable energy utilization. Solar powered houses and wind power out in the desert would make perfect sense.

Great idea. More solar powered homes is the way to go and making good use of such a climate as Dubai's. All about the application and how to utilize such energy properly of course.

Heard there were / are solar panels on top of Shorelines, is this true?

^^
Yes it is true. There were issues with the hot water running out during the coldest months of the year, but they've got that sorted by supplementing with Gas powered heating. I have seen pics on this forum where the panels are clearly visible on the roof.

^^ In my building in town, the water tank supplying the apartments is on the roof. In summer months there was no need for solar panels, the sun beating down on the tank is enough to provide hot water during most of the day, LOL.

Hasn't Nakheel just announced that "solar powered technology is not feasable nor cost-effective in construction" or something??? :dunno:

I suppose changing designs and down-sizing developments mid-way through IS feasable and cost-effective, hence Nakheel's current strategy. Like Damac.

Hi,
Is anyone or does anyone know anyone selling either an A, C, D or F type on the left hand side shoreline.
I am looking to purchase.
Please PM me
Thanks

England football star David Beckham has given his $16 million mansion on Dubai's Palm Jumeirah to the parents of his pop singer wife Victoria, press reports said on Sunday.


$16M = 60M AED... What kind of place does he own? Is this a property on the frond tip, or it is BS journalism from the News of The World? Highest Signature Villa I have seen is in the 30M area...

$16 million? Damn. What is the average price for a house on the island? Also is there a way to find houses on the island that are still for sale? The palm.ae website doesn't seem to have that information.

$16 million? Damn. What is the average price for a house on the island? Also is there a way to find houses on the island that are still for sale? The palm.ae website doesn't seem to have that information.

Beckam has an Arabic style Signature Villa half way up Frond K.Worth about 6 million US Dollars-top

Edwards and Towers are the best agent for the Palms as far as I can see. http://www.edwardsandtowers.com

Beckam has an Arabic style Signature Villa half way up Frond K.Worth about 6 million US Dollars-top
That is what I thought... You have to love the news of the world!

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Ahh how serene and tranquil everything seems here ... :)

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Yes it is true. There were issues with the hot water running out during the coldest months of the year, but they've got that sorted by supplementing with Gas powered heating. I have seen pics on this forum where the panels are clearly visible on the roof.

Yes, ur right Opus 2009, I looked back through this thread and in some pics I clearly saw solar panels atop Shorelines. Very nice :cheers:

^^ In my building in town, the water tank supplying the apartments is on the roof. In summer months there was no need for solar panels, the sun beating down on the tank is enough to provide hot water during most of the day, LOL.

LOL That's handy huh! Too bad u have to put ur hand in ur pocket during winter though!? lol :hahaha:

Ahh how serene and tranquil everything seems here ... :)

needs some palm trees on the beach and on the properties of each home then we could call it serene:nuts:. For me right now it looks a little to bare but the water does look quite nice. by the way PG where is Tate!!lol

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i wonder if there will be any strip clubs or if wemon will be allowed to go to the beach in their bikini

^^ Tani fole si Amerikan i vërtetë.


To answer your question: NO and YES.

i wonder if there will be any strip clubs or if wemon will be allowed to go to the beach in their bikini

so that what you thinking for :lol:

i wonder if there will be any strip clubs or if wemon will be allowed to go to the beach in their bikini

LOL I've got a gut feeling u won't be disappointed. ;) :hahaha:

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Awesome shot The-King ^^ Progress on the crescent is fantastic ... incredible view of Burj Dubai :cheers:

needs some palm trees on the beach and on the properties of each home then we could call it serene:nuts:. For me right now it looks a little to bare but the water does look quite nice. by the way PG where is Tate!!lol

Of course I was referring mostly to the water A.U.S.;) lol Yep, lots of palm trees along there will really finish the job. The water just looks so calm and inviting huh ... :) But no-one's going in though. lol Couldn't live right there without having a dip every day.

by the way PG where is Tate!!lol

Oh sorry, almost forgot. lol Well, Tate has been extremely busy with many things sinse new year, so basically he hasn't had the time to come on here, but he IS on his way back. PM him and he'll get back to u no problem. :)

Beckam has an Arabic style Signature Villa half way up Frond K.Worth about 6 million US Dollars-top

Thanks for the info. [note to self: AVOID FROND K] :runaway:

^^ What for? Vick's to posh for you to handle? :dunno:


Thanks der Könnig for the pics.

^^ What for? Vick's to posh for you to handle? :dunno:


Thanks der Könnig for the pics.

You translated my user name into German? hehe^^
maybe I should have named myself Der-König:lol:
Are you German, too?

^^ Nah, but I lived for a year in Wien.

^^Ah okay Altin

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wht house number are the pics taken from ?

New skyscraper on the right of the trunk and a hotel on the left

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WOW!! ^^ Just beautiful ... :)

^^ What for? Vick's to posh for you to handle? :dunno:

LOL Are u kidding?? She's not posh! She's just an attention seeking skeleton who's one and only true career move was / is David Beckham himself. It's not just Beckhams either - it's the majority of celebs! I really don't like celebs! I've met many in my time and they're all a bunch of useless, brainless, talentless, greedy bastards!! :bash: lol :hahaha: IMO, no matter how much money or fame u may have, u can't buy class or taste! These people are completely oblivious to this though! To be honest, there are very few I would even consider shaking hands with. Why do they think we want to know about their boring lives anyway?? :nuts: lol I admire people like Roger Federer, Zinedine Zidane [if only it had been that poser Beckham that had been on receiving end of best headbutt ever! LOL] Michael Schumacher, etc, people who actually have talent and something to offer the world - not this thrash! lol ;) :D

Wow, strong opinion you got there, shouldn't this thread be about the Palm Jumeirah though?

Dont get me wrong cause i think PJ is a stunning development.

But if iwas buying here now i would want a better view than this for my money.

Looks like Coronation Street in the desert to me.

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Palm Mall, Palm Jumeirah (Nakheel)

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I dont know whether you guys have posted this already or not, But I Just thought this might be really interesting for you:

Nakheel plans to develop 100 shopping malls in 20 years
Source; http://archive.gulfnews.com/articles.../10207301.html
04/21/2008 09:36 AM | By Saifur Rahman, Business Editor
Dubai: Nakheel will develop 100 shopping malls in the next 20 years that will cater to three million-strong communities the developer is planning to build in Dubai, a top official said.
The company will soon announce a major tie-up with a global retail hypermarket chain to operate supermarkets and hypermarkets, totalling 40 in the next 20 years.
"We are investing billions of dirhams in malls development to strengthen our retail portfolio and with 13 million square foot retail development, we are going to become the largest shopping mall developer in the Middle East," Graham Dreverman, group managing director of Nakheel Retail, told Gulf News. "The number of shopping malls will cross 100 in the next 20 years to cater to the three million-strong communities being built by Nakheel."
Nakheel Retail is the newly restructured retail arm of Nakheel - the largest UAE developer by project value, estimated at $80 billion. There are four divisions spanning shopping mall and retail brand development - Shopping Malls, RetailCorp, Hypermarkets and Food & Beverage. Nakheel Retail Shopping Malls is the retail property division of Nakheel Retail undertaking ownership, development, management, leasing and marketing of shopping malls strategically located around Nakheel's residential communities.
"Among the new developments, we are constructing the Palm Mall, Palm Jumeirah - a premier retail destination on the first Palm development, to be followed by Palm Mall, Palm Deira - an enormous retailing precinct planned for the first phase of the Palm Deira. Besides, we are going to double the space of Ibn Battuta Mall through Phase II expansion."
The company is also developing India Mart, which will combine the very best of Indian wholesale and retail shopping with entertainment facilities; and finally Great Mall Dubai - a 'three-in-one' mall concept at International City.
Nakheel Retail Hypermarkets complements the other retail platforms dedicated to establishing an international hypermarket that will set the benchmark for the region. "We are soon going to announce a tie-up with a major global retail chain to manage hypermarkets across the GCC," he said. "We are initially looking at establishing eight hypermarkets during the first five years going to 40 in the next 20 years."
Nakheel Retail Food and Beverage will target the diverse markets in the region by embracing the cuisines of the world, and will become the largest and most diverse food and beverage operator in the UAE within five years.
He said the company has already acquired a South African restaurant chain that currently operates 30 outlets. "Under the Nakheel Retail Food and Beverage arm, we are planning to roll out more than 300 restaurants across Middle East and Africa region within the next five years," he said.
Nakheel RetailCorp is already a dominant operator in the sports sector through various franchise and joint venture agreements with top brands.

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... most expensive ghetto in the world!

^^ tractor you made a very significant mistake, you dont may judge the fronds from aerial views look at this street level picture taken by Imre

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this way everything looks different....

its strange from aerial views it seems to look ""ugly"""" but on the picture above it looks beautiful! ( just my opinion )


BTW do we ever saw this render, found it at home in a brochure from the Atlantis Hotel. sorry that the scan isn´t that good...

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Dont get me wrong cause i think PJ is a stunning development.

But if iwas buying here now i would want a better view than this for my money.

Looks like Coronation Street in the desert to me.



Mhmm, if coronation street had 10,000 sqft mansions right in front of the beach.

No but it does have tightly squeezed, back to back rows of terraced housing, with little or no space and a general feeling of claustophobia.

^^^ havent really thought this through have we ???

apart from the "10,000 sqft mansions right in front of the beach" already pointed out by joobn, there arent any terraced houses on the Palm, it doesnt have a boozer, cobbled streets or very much rain and last time I went you couldnt buy a hotpot so the Coronation street analogy doesnt really fly does it ? ...you'd also be hard pushed to find many disappointed villa owners on here... and as for it being a "ghetto" ??? wtf?

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Perhaps you should read my post again. I actualy said that PJ is a stunning development.

As for the anology, it fits perfectly, providing of course you understand what an analogy is.

I was merely pointing out that for a villa thats worth millions of pounds they are a little tightly packed together and offer no real privacy, just like Coronation Street.

For future reference the definition of analogy is as follows;

Analogy
1. Similarity in some respects between things that are otherwise dissimilar.

You best get back to school numb nuts.

^^

Perhaps you should read my post again. I actualy said that PJ is a stunning development.

As for the anology, it fits perfectly, providing of course you understand what an analogy is.

I was merely pointing out that for a villa thats worth millions of pounds they are a little tightly packed together and offer no real privacy, just like Coronation Street.

For future reference the definition of analogy is as follows;

Analogy
1. Similarity in some respects between things that are otherwise dissimilar.

You best get back to school numb nuts.


hmmm
At the risk of appearing pedantic (apologies to other posters) yes I do understand what an analogy is, your googled definition seems to contradict your argument somewhat as there are no similarities at all.

....ill-informed comments from someone who probably hasnt even been there....

In Imre`s last render i can`t find the Trump International Tower... Is it cancelled - and they build this "normal" looking Palm Mall? I dont hope so...

No but it does have tightly squeezed, back to back rows of terraced housing, with little or no space and a general feeling of claustophobia.


Which is why if I had the money I still wouldn't buy here.

I admire people like Roger Federer, Zinedine Zidane thrash! lol ;) :D

Zidane-The Anti-Christ ! Forza Azzurri !!

Imre that night shot of palm mall is the best render i've seen of the palm jumeirah!!! very nice!!!

Which is why if I had the money I still wouldn't buy here.

That view will look very nice once all the vegetation has a chance to grow in.

Looks like the monorail will go through the mall itself, cool!

Zidane-The Anti-Christ ! Forza Azzurri !!

The GENIUS Anti-Christ! :banana: LOL

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Totally agree with u here, the difference between that aerial shot and from ground / street level is so obvious. In this shot PJ looks like a regular neighbourhood no doubt, with all the usual surroundings, except this particular neighbourhood has palm trees and beautiful multi million $ villas, etc. Everyone has their own opinion but I still think PJ is awesome and when all the greenery, Trump Tower and projects on crescent are completed it will look truly beautiful. Give it time for the greenery to kick in and see the difference. PJ needs time to come into its own and I've no doubt it will in the end.

That view will look very nice once all the vegetation has a chance to grow in.

Precisely. IMHO, the greenery on PJ is absolutely imperative.

In Imre`s last render i can`t find the Trump International Tower... Is it cancelled - and they build this "normal" looking Palm Mall? I dont hope so...

The images Imre posted are further up the Trunk from where the Trump Tower is. Actually, contruction is just beginning for the Trump Tower. Here is the thread: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=208810

^^

Perhaps you should read my post again. I actualy said that PJ is a stunning development.

As for the anology, it fits perfectly, providing of course you understand what an analogy is.

I was merely pointing out that for a villa thats worth millions of pounds they are a little tightly packed together and offer no real privacy, just like Coronation Street.

For future reference the definition of analogy is as follows;

Analogy
1. Similarity in some respects between things that are otherwise dissimilar.

You best get back to school numb nuts.

We do have a GH on the Palm and unfortunatley various posters are correct; the villas are too close together, it's our only real niggle with the development, short of boxing yourself in with greenery there is no privacy. Nakheel hav'ent thought this through, in my opinion most people spending this kind of money do not want to be overlooked in there own back yard by there neighbours, signature villas do have more spacing with high boundary walls but garden homes to garden homes are a bit tight, we are pushing Nakheel to raise the height of the riddicously low boundary wall to afford some more privacy.

The images Imre posted are further up the Trunk from where the Trump Tower is. Actually, contruction is just beginning for the Trump Tower. Here is the thread: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=208810

Thnx!! :banana:

We do have a GH on the Palm and unfortunatley various posters are correct; the villas are too close together, it's our only real niggle with the development, short of boxing yourself in with greenery there is no privacy. Nakheel hav'ent thought this through, in my opinion most people spending this kind of money do not want to be overlooked in there own back yard by there neighbours, signature villas do have more spacing with high boundary walls but garden homes to garden homes are a bit tight, we are pushing Nakheel to raise the height of the riddicously low boundary wall to afford some more privacy.

Exactly,

Thats all i was saying.

I'm a Project Manager by profession and this development in Dubai facinates me no end. Hats off to the PM's whoi manage these projects- deadlines, risks, weather etc.
Does anyone have any suggestion on where I can find someones reports on how they managed this Palm project?
Thanks

We do have a GH on the Palm and unfortunatley various posters are correct; the villas are too close together, it's our only real niggle with the development, short of boxing yourself in with greenery there is no privacy. Nakheel hav'ent thought this through, in my opinion most people spending this kind of money do not want to be overlooked in there own back yard by there neighbours, signature villas do have more spacing with high boundary walls but garden homes to garden homes are a bit tight, we are pushing Nakheel to raise the height of the riddicously low boundary wall to afford some more privacy.

They have thought this through.Cram in as many villas as possible
and make even more money.

If its privacy you want buy an island in Salvador: Bahia instead for the same price as 1 palm house :nuts:

1700 hectares island. Landing strip. 15 mins from Salvador airport. Breathtaking beaches, crystal clear waters and beautifull natural swimming pools. Atlantic forest, coconut plantations with a total of 30,000 coconut trees.

or for the same price buy a 2 bed flat in London.

If its privacy you want buy an island in Salvador: Bahia instead for the same price as 1 palm house :nuts:

1700 hectares island. Landing strip. 15 mins from Salvador airport. Breathtaking beaches, crystal clear waters and beautifull natural swimming pools. Atlantic forest, coconut plantations with a total of 30,000 coconut trees.

or for the same price buy a 2 bed flat in London.

Now there's a tough choice.Dubai,London,or,errr,El Salvador?
Do they have McDonalds?

No but plenty of free coconuts :)

I'm a Project Manager by profession and this development in Dubai facinates me no end. Hats off to the PM's whoi manage these projects- deadlines, risks, weather etc.
Does anyone have any suggestion on where I can find someones reports on how they managed this Palm project?
Thanks

I think the 2 - 3 years old National Geographic (or was it Discovery's) documentary on the Palm, developed mostly around this issue.

They have thought this through.Cram in as many villas as possible
and make even more money.

I think you are right here Wannaberich, the more and more I see of various Dubai developments on my visits; they are packing units together like sardines in a tin, some advisor(s) somewhere must have advised Nakheel that this the way to go, great for the AED pot; but I think that longer term residents will at some point move away from "cramped" development style to the more spaced out Arabian areas.

Another great concern of mine is the transport system, once all of these units are completed how are people going to get about, I really don't think the new train or monorail is going to cope with the extra tens or possibly hundreds of thousands of extra Dubai inhabitants.

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Sorry if this is a really stupid question but how do cars get out to the break water/outer ring? is there a tunnel?

Massive admirer of Dubai btw only been once when transferred at the airport (the best I've been to) can't wait to go there properly!!

yes, it goes from the tip to the opposite side of the Atlantis Hotel than the monorail.

Great shots plotman :cheers: Interesting to see no activity at all going on on that logo island left of PJ trunk while they appear real busy with the right one. Wonder when they're gonna start building more villas on that empty frond third up on the left also?? Can't see Nakheel passing up raking in LOTS more $$$$$ on that one!

They have thought this through.Cram in as many villas as possible
and make even more money.

That's it in a nutshell Wannberich! I must admit I happen to luv PJ - it's an amazing development whatever way u look at it, and I still fully intend on buying here, but ur absolutely right, this is clearly all about MONEY full stop!! It's pretty obvious the more villas they get on there the more money they get into the pot at the end of the day! Simple as that!

Thing is, no-matter how much we may gripe about this project and the mistakes that have been made here, and there have been mistakes, Palm Jumeirah is still a real winner! So many people still want to invest here and with this kind of demand for villas / apartments, etc, prices will remain sky high for long time yet! There are literally not enough villas to go round, Atlantis is close to opening up, Trump Tower is underway, the monorail is looking awesome and lots of other projects are coming together very nicely so I believe PJ is already a huge success! Imagine where things will be at in another 5 - 7 years! They [Nakheel] can't lose here IMHO!

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Very well said, Parisian Girl.

And what about me ... please explain it to me !

Some of those Yacths on Omaros pic are pretty huge...! Almost like Monaco or St. Tropez :)

That's it in a nutshell Wannberich! I must admit I happen to luv PJ - it's an amazing development whatever way u look at it, and I still fully intend on buying here, but ur absolutely right, this is clearly all about MONEY full stop!! It's pretty obvious the more villas they get on there the more money they get into the pot at the end of the day! Simple as that!

Thing is, no-matter how much we may gripe about this project and the mistakes that have been made here, and there have been mistakes, Palm Jumeirah is still a real winner! So many people still want to invest here and with this kind of demand for villas / apartments, etc, prices will remain sky high for long time yet! There are literally not enough villas to go round, Atlantis is close to opening up, Trump Tower is underway, the monorail is looking awesome and lots of other projects are coming together very nicely so I believe PJ is already a huge success! Imagine where things will be at in another 5 - 7 years! They [Nakheel] can't lose here IMHO!


Couldn't agree more.Although I commented about how they are cramming all those villas in for the most money,I wasn't saying i don't love this project.
Atlantis,Trump,etc,Palm Jum is an awesome development and because of where it is will always be the best Palm.
Personally If I was going to spend that much on a villa I wouldnt want my
garden to be the size of my toilet.Also,to get into Dubai,just to drive off the Palm may take a while.

amazing new shots

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Thank u for sharing A.U.S. PJ is awesome! :)

The attractions and groundwork beside Atlantis looks more advanced than I had previously thought ... they can't be very far from completion now :cheers:

amazing new shots

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hi A.U.S. I just wanted to post these pictures here, thanks for easing my work! btw: they are incredible:cheers:

Dear All,

Please forgive my ignorance, but please do tell me if upon completion Palm Jumeirah will be accessible for everyone (apart from residents) to use facilities such as water park at Atlantis and etc.

I am curious because I have an appartment in JLT, therefore I hope PJ will not be closed to public once completed.

Thank you.

Dear All,

Please forgive my ignorance, but please do tell me if upon completion Palm Jumeirah will be accessible for everyone (apart from residents) to use facilities such as water park at Atlantis and etc.

I am curious because I have an appartment in JLT, therefore I hope PJ will not be closed to public once completed.

Thank you.

the facilities will be open to public, but the fronds will only be open to the residents

İ am glad to hear that. :banana:

Thanks.

With the Marina and JLT

Image from Digital Globe, April 28, 2008

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Title deeds for the shorelines have still not started to be issued though the process has started for the villas. I had queried about the reports of registration fee being assessed based on market rate rather than original priced, for properties not registered by June and this is the reply I got from the Nakheel legal office:

This is news to us. If there was some new regulation to this effect, we would have been certainly informed of it by the land department. Anyways, we will check with the land department.

With regard to the title registrations, we are hoping to commence the registrations in the coming weeks.

What are the dark blue patches, around the crescent, that look like a 2nd crescent around the Palm???

it is the artificial reef that they have created around the crescent. supposed to be a great diving site.

Is there a thread for the Palm Gateway Towers? I see this construction getting bigger and bigger every day, but I can not find any details about anywhere.

Is there a thread for the Palm Gateway Towers? I see this construction getting bigger and bigger every day, but I can not find any details about anywhere.

Yes there is. Go back one page to the "offshore developments" page, it's halfway down. In order to avoid unnecessary confusion the thread is called "The Gateway Towers". I could put a link to it here, but then on the other hand I could also wipe your arse for you. :ohno:

^^ Easy on the newbies :lol:


Here's the thread btw: http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=458872:

it is the artificial reef that they have created around the crescent. supposed to be a great diving site.

... as well as guarantying abundant supplies of sting rays, jellyfishes and very soon sharks to the Palm and Marina beach-goers. :banana:

Yes there is. Go back one page to the "offshore developments" page, it's halfway down. In order to avoid unnecessary confusion the thread is called "The Gateway Towers". I could put a link to it here, but then on the other hand I could also wipe your arse for you. :ohno:

Richard, when did you turn into me? :lol:

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Great pictures The-King, this really shows the immensity and detail of the project, any idea what is that mound is breaking above the water; just to the left of the monorail by Atlantis?

Breathtaking photos, did you take them? Cheers.

No i didn't take them they are from flickr

WOW!! Awesome photos The-King :cheers:

It's instantly clear from these photos the huge difference that exists in terms of the reclamation when u compare Palm Jumeirah and The World with their renders.

It seems that the universe's reclamation has started, or is it not two islands i see there in the last photo?

Thank You for posting those great photo's. You can see that some work is going on at the Palm Jumeirah's Crown.

I heard that Sheikh Mohamed will inaugurate the Palm Jumeirah in November this year. Wonder what happened to the Spirit of Dubai Airship. Also, it seems that the Q 2 will dock at the PJ for that occassion before heading out to Jebel Ali Port for a fit out.:cheers:

Dubai World Chairman tours QE2, discusses refurbishment plans

Posted: 04-05-2008 , 08:24 GMT

HE Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman Dubai World has recently visited Southampton, and toured the world-famous QE2 in between voyages.

Mr. Bin Sulayem also met the captain, staff and management of the ocean liner, who are busy preparing for her final voyage to Dubai in November, where she will be transformed into a permanent attraction as a floating hotel, retail and leisure destination at Palm Jumeriah.

The Dubai World chairman also met Mr. Manfred Ursprunger, CEO of QE2 Enterprises, the Dubai World company set up to oversee the refurbishment of the of the ocean liner, and reviewed plans to create an unmatched experience of luxury in Dubai with the QE2 as its centre-piece. He also discussed the installation of a museum dedicated to the celebration of QE2’s history and heritage.

Speaking about the historic ship, Mr. Bin Sulayem said: “As a nation with a long maritime history, we value the rich heritage of the QE2. After four decades of glorious service, the most celebrated ship of the 20th century may be considered too old for the seas. But she is not old enough to retire just yet. She is still legendary, and her name continues to evoke dreams.”

“That is why Dubai World decided to inherit the QE2 and make a permanent home for her at Palm Jumeirah. This not only provides a sustainable future for one of the brightest stars of the global tourism and leisure industry, but also takes us one step further in making Dubai a truly global tourism destination,” he added.

The liner, which is the longest serving vessel in Cunard’s 168-year history, was bought by Dubai World company Istithmar World for $100 million last year.

Since its launch by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth in September 1967, QE2 has sailed 25 world cruises, crossed the Atlantic more than 800 times, and carried more than 2.5 million passengers, and more than twice the number of nautical miles.

On June 2, the 55th anniversary of the Coronation, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth will make a farewell visit to the ship at Southampton. She has visited the vessel twice earlier in May 1969 prior to its maiden voyage, and then again in July 1990 to mark Cunard Line's 150th anniversary.

© 2008 Al Bawaba (www.albawaba.com)

It seems that the universe's reclamation has started, or is it not two islands i see there in the last photo?

Could be, they do look perfectly rectangular though, could be some barges [shrug]

Where's the Burj Dubai in the last picture?

Where's the Burj Dubai in the last picture?

out of the frame to the south of the picture.

8/May/2008

Atlantis

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8/May/2008

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W OOoOoOooOoOoo W

WOW A really good UPDATE!

Note the MetroStation and the Swimming pool on the top of the palm! ( Atlantis )

the palm needs still more green :)

Palm Jumeirah to host Cirque du Soleil show in Spring of 2009

08-May-2008

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Show by Cirque du Soleil at Arabian travel Market 2009, Dubai

Nakheel, a Dubai World company and one of the world's largest real estate developers, has announced that ‘The Palm Jumeirah' will host Cirque du Soleil's world famous touring show ‘Alegria' in Spring 2009 as a prelude to the permanent show due to open on the island in Summer 2011. Alegria, meaning Spanish for ‘jubilation' is one of Cirque du Soleil's most established shows created 13 years ago.

Chris O'Donnell, CEO, Nakheel, said, "Plans for the permanent show are going very well but we did not want Dubai to wait until 2011 to experience Cirque du Soleil again so we are delighted to be bringing Alegria to Palm Jumeirah next year".

The announcement was made at Arabian Travel Market 2008. In May 2007, real estate firm Nakheel and Cirque du Soleil signed an initial 15-year deal announcing the intention to jointly design and build a 1,800-seat theatre that will be home to the first ever Cirque resident show to be staged outside of the USA and Japan. Designs for the theatre are underway, as are the plans for the completely original show, which is being custom produced for Palm Jumeirah.

11/May/2008

Atlantis

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11/May/2008

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11/May/2008

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Gordon Ramsay plots fulltime move to Dubai

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on Monday, 12 May 2008
DUBAI MOVE: Ramsay, pictured, said he plans to move to Dubai for good once he has conquered the restaurant scenes in Paris, New York and London. (Getty Images)Britain's best-known celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay has announced he plans to move to Dubai permanently once he has conquered the restaurant scenes in Paris, New York and London.

"By the time I'm 45, my plan is to score three [Michelin] stars in Paris, three in New York and three in London - and then I'm going to move to Dubai fulltime," Ramsay said in an interview with magazine Time Out Dubai.

"I'm looking at a plot on one of the Palm's branches. It's a beautiful five-bedroom apartment. Mum's in her early 60s and she loves it out here as do the kids."
The move to Dubai, which has a zero income tax economy, might be appealing to Ramsay for more than just the sunshine and the beaches. The Sunday Times Rich List says the chef is currently worth 50 million British pounds ($100 million), earned from restaurants, television appearances and book sales.

Ramsay already owns one fine dining restaurant in Dubai, and says he is planning to grow his business interests in the city with the opening of a gastro pub, a bistro and a catering school.

IFA to launch $1bn Palm resort

on Monday, 12 May 2008
PRIME LOCATION: IFA said it plans to launch a $1 billion resort on the Palm Jumeirah.Kuwait's IFA Hotels and Resorts (IFA HR) is set to launch a $1 billion resort on Nakheel’s Palm Jumeirah manmade island in Dubai, the second joint venture for the developers.

The firms announced the project on Monday, with IFA acquiring two plots of land adjacent to its existing 1,000-unit Kingdom of Sheba hotel and residence project located on the crescent of Palm Jumeirah.

The new resort will be an extension of the Kingdom of Sheba and IFA will own 50% of the project, the company said in a statement on the Kuwait bourse website, without giving further details.
Talal Jassim Al-Bahar, chairman of IFA, said the two new plots of land would cover one million square feet.

IFA will be responsible for the asset management, design and development and sales and marketing of the resort.

The mixed use project will include a boutique hotel and residences, comprising villas and apartments, all to be managed by an international luxury hotel operator.

IFA has commenced construction work on the Balqis Residence, the residential component of the Kingdom of Sheba resort. The Kingdom of Sheba covers 1.5 million square feet adjacent to the Atlantis development and will consist of five separate elements.

IFA's other projects on Palm Jumeirah include the Palm Residence, the 5-star Fairmont Palm Hotel & Resort, the 558-room Fairmont Palm Residence and 860-apartment The Palm Golden Mile, which is a joint venture with Istithmar.

The company is developing over 3,500 rooms on the island. IFA did not say when the resort would be completed.

B&G Hotels and Resorts to run Palm Jumeirah's first managed hotel apartments

Posted: 14-05-2008 , 11:08 GMT

B&G Hotels and Resorts, a leading hotel management company in the Middle East, has confirmed that it has commenced operating the first managed hotel apartments on The Palm Jumeirah, in an announcement made during the recently concluded Arabian Travel Market 2008 in Dubai. The Royal Club by B&G Hotels & Resorts offers a complete range of world-class luxury amenities, while providing easy access to nearby attractions and key business and leisure destinations.

"It is a great honour to be the first to operate managed hotel apartments on one of the most anticipated mega projects in the region. We have carefully mapped out our strategy for the Royal Club to complement the elite island lifestyle of The Palm Jumeirah, ensuring the highest-quality service, optimal location and world-class amenities to leisure and business travellers to Dubai," said Wahid Attalla, Vice President, B&G Hotels and Resorts, Dubai.

Royal Club offers 50 luxurious one and two-bedroom fully serviced and furnished hotel apartments, each featuring an elegantly appointed master bedroom with one or two bathrooms, fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room with dining area, and a balcony. Royal Club also provides breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf, while its unique beachfront location offers a range of entertainment venues and activities. B&G Hotels and Resorts has been a natural choice to manage the Royal Club with its extensive industry experience and impressive portfolio of 10 hotels and resorts, which will be complemented by a high-end upcoming, 300-room hotel in the Bab Al Bahr luxury resort project being developed by Rakeen on Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah.

© 2008 Al Bawaba (www.albawaba.com)

^^ Wow amazing!

Apologies as this is a little off topic but does anyone know when this years service / maintenance charges are to be sent out ?, last I read it was supposed to be around March ?

I've heard that the Service Charges are currently being reviewed and that you can pay the same as last year. If any adjustments are required then Nakheeel will advise and you pay the additional at a later stage.

Does anyone know what is planned for the following;
1) Fronds G, H, I, J and N. There is a Wade Adams site office sign adjacent to the the top four fronds.
2) The Logo Islands.

Nakheel are being very secretive about their plans!

the latest model of the Palm Jumeirah showed just normal villas like on the rest of the island:
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There were several rumours about the Logo Islands. It was said that the right one was owned by Sheikh Mohammed but I read somewhere on flickr that QE2 will be located here as a tourist destination.

There were several rumours about the Logo Islands. It was said that the right one was owned by Sheikh Mohammed but I read somewhere on flickr that QE2 will be located here as a tourist destination.

if you go back a few pages, you'll see renders and models of the logo islands. i think the QE2 is to be located somewhere around the break water: surroundings of the logo islands might be too shallow.

Circus in the sand

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In 2011 Dubai will open a permanent Cirque du Soleil acrobatic show in the heart of The Palm Jumeirah and those involved say the city could have five or more such shows in the future.

The creation of this permanent Cirque du Soleil event will see the UAE take a giant leap forward in terms of world-class attractions and firmly place it on the world's entertainment stage.

And, with Dubai's tourism industry set to grow by eight per cent in 2008 – according to the research organisation Globalysis – plans are also in place to create a number of theme parks in Dubailand to the west of the airport.

All this, experts say, is what will keep the tourism drive on course and give the projected 15 million visitors to the emirate by 2015 plenty of attractions to visit.

Eyad Ali Abdul Rahman, Dubai Tourism and Commerce Marketing's executive director media relations division and acting director of business development, says these developments will transform the city. "We are one of the most exposed cities in the world and we are currently booming," he says.

"We have to promote Dubai accordingly and promote the new things. With Cirque du Soleil and Dubailand we are providing the visitor with some very amazing attractions." A total of 6.9 million visitors checked into hotels in Dubai in 2007, up from 6.4 million the previous year, which accounted for a revenue of $3 billion (Dh11bn).

As part of the Cirque du Soleil project, a 1,800-seat theatre will be built on the Palm Mall complex at the tip of Nakheel's manmade island, which will host 400 of the world-famous performances each year. This could see a potential 720,000 visitors per year if all the shows were to sell out. Last year, the first Cirque du Soleil touring show was staged in Dubai with organisers recording visitor figures of 100,000.

The Quidam show saw acrobats perform almost impossible feats of balancing, juggling and mid-air manoeuvres from swings all under the grand chapiteau or big top. This six-week show subsequently led to a 15-year deal with Nakheel for a permanent attraction.

"When we came to Dubai four years ago we had heard about The Palm Jumeirah. We asked whether we could have a permanent show and [Nakheel] said maybe," says Mario D'Amico, senior vice-president of marketing, Cirque du Soleil.

"We then tested the market with a touring show last year, which was a tremendous success and three months later we had agreed a deal. Things move quickly in Dubai." Cirque du Soleil – which means circus in the sun – was set up in 1984 and has wowed 60 million spectators in more than 100 countries around the world.

The company has 3,500 employees from more than 40 countries with 15 shows around the world with an estimated annual revenue exceeding $600 million.

A team of 90 performers and 150 technical staff will eventually become Dubai residents and keep the 24-year-old tradition of Cirque du Soleil moving forward and officials from the Canada-based show are not counting out more permanent shows in the future.

"We have five in Las Vegas and are about to open another two, so why not have more in Dubai," says D'Amico. "There is a need in Dubai for these kind of attractions and we are fulfiling this need with a high-end international event." As well as the Las Vegas shows there is a permanent show in Orlando, Florida, with two more opening at the end of the year in Asia's Macau and Tokyo.

However, all these performances are held in hotel chains or exhibition centres, whereas the Subai show will be in a specially built venue.

Before the permanent show opens residents and visitors to Dubai will get the chance to see another touring show that was announced at this month's Arabian Travel Market. Algeria, one of Cirque du Soleil's longest-running act, will have its final performances in Dubai over a four-week period beginning in March next year.

The show takes its name from the Spanish word for joy and jubilation and is a baroque and operatic production. Richard Lee, executive director of investment projects at Nakheel, says to have Cirque du Soleil on board the Palm was in line with the company's commitment to bring world-class attractions to Dubai.

"Dubai is a major tourism hub and it's great for us to be able to encourage people to stay longer in the city when they visit. "People will plan their holidays around the Cirque du Soleil show and we have made it easy for them to obtain tickets," he adds. "They can buy tickets online anywhere in the world and choose their seats."

As for the permanent show, piling has already started on The Palm Jumeirah and organisers in Canada are now brainstorming to come up with a unique theme for the show.

"We are already in the process of casting, which is all part of the 36-month process from the day we decided we were going move to Dubai to the show's opening day," adds D'Amico. "This is a great opportunity for all of us. The Palm is a fantastic destination and it is what attracted us to Dubai and our location on the Palm is tremendous."

The Palm Mall will have one million square foot of retail, dining and entertainment space with Cirque du Soleil as its main attraction.



The numbers

5: The number of permanent Cirque du Soleil shows that Dubai could have

400: Expected shows per year at the region's first permanent Cirque du Soleil in Dubai

1,800: Seats at the new purpose-built theatre currently under construction at The Palm Jumeirah

720,000: Visitors per year if all shows are sold out at the Palm Mall theatre

if you go back a few pages, you'll see renders and models of the logo islands. i think the QE2 is to be located somewhere around the break water: surroundings of the logo islands might be too shallow.

I know, but I'm not sure if these ones are still actual, because the masterplans for all of Nakheels Projects changed during the time, but of course they could be still actual. Hmmm... you may be right with the water depth around the Logo Islands, a location at the crescent would be better because it wouldn't block any views for example towards Burj al Arab.

i think the QE2 is to be located somewhere around the break water: surroundings of the logo islands might be too shallow.


I know, but I'm not sure if these ones are still actual, because the masterplans for all of Nakheels Projects changed during the time, but of course they could be still actual. Hmmm... you may be right with the water depth around the Logo Islands, a location at the crescent would be better because it wouldn't block any views for example towards Burj al Arab.

Agreed, I think the water surrounding the Logo islands might well be too shallow for such a large ship, not to mention being too close to the shoreline and looking out of place there anyway, even the trunk would not be right place imo, it has to be moored off the crescent no doubt. Hopefully not too close to Atlantis either though as that may spoil / block the view out to sea. I'd like to see the QE2 placed off left side of Palm Jumeirah [PJA side]. Wonder how long the refit will take? QE2 will look awesome next to PJ! :)

cant see the qe2 being put next to the rh logo island,this is where the princess's palace is currently under construction.dont think the sheikh would want thousands of tourists peering through their binoculars at the island and of course his own palace is close by

Go to page 228, post 4555. hat is exactly where it will be, parallel to the trunk on the right side. Info directly from Nakheel.

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amazing pics.

:master: The King.. Phenomenal Pictures.. Great work

Go to page 228, post 4555. hat is exactly where it will be, parallel to the trunk on the right side. Info directly from Nakheel.

Thanks Richard, completely forgot about your post.

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I know I previously had said I didn't think it should go here but the more I think about it the more I like it now. :) QE2 moored off the right side of the trunk should be some sight huh :banana:

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Great update The-King!! Thought I'd repost these two as they are just awesome!! Some beautiful villas here :banana:

:) QE2 moored off the right side of the trunk should be some sight huh :banana:

I would actually like to see it on the left side of the Trunk. Someone said that if it was moored on the right side of the Crescent, it would block the views of the Burj Al Arab. The same is for the Trunk (but someone could say the same about the left side's view of Dubai Promenade, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers). Also, there are residential buildings on the right side of the Trunk while the left is mainly used for hotels, which is what the QE2 will be used for.

I would actually like to see it on the left side of the Trunk. Someone said that if it was moored on the right side of the Crescent, it would block the views of the Burj Al Arab. The same is for the Trunk (but someone could say the same about the left side's view of Dubai Promenade, Dubai Marina and Jumeirah Lake Towers). Also, there are residential buildings on the right side of the Trunk while the left is mainly used for hotels, which is what the QE2 will be used for.

Hard to figure exactly where to put such a large vessel I suppose, without blocking something or other but, in the end there's little doubt the QE2 will look beautiful moored off Dubai's coastline. Great acquisition for Dubai IMO and it will bring in the tourists / visitors by the bus / train load every day. :)

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In The-Kings picture you can see the Large ship moured inside the cresent near the Atlantis.
It would be interesting to know how much bigger the QE2 will be in relation to this ship.
I have a feeling where ever the QE2 will be it will have minimal impact of views and will really only impact on those close by.
I would also think that the waters around the Logo islands would be plenty deep enough for the QE2 to be located there.

In The-Kings picture you can see the Large ship moured inside the cresent near the Atlantis.
It would be interesting to know how much bigger the QE2 will be in relation to this ship.
I have a feeling where ever the QE2 will be it will have minimal impact of views and will really only impact on those close by.
I would also think that the waters around the Logo islands would be plenty deep enough for the QE2 to be located there.

I think you are underestimating the size of this boat. It is the same height from the water as the shoreline blocks, give or take a few meters. People in several shoreline blocks will see nothing over the top of it. I'm in Al Tamr road facing 10th floor, and think I may have a pleasant overall view including the QE2, but for anyone in for example in a B, D or F type on a lower floor, sea facing, of the blocks opposite Al Tamr (sorry can't remember the names), will see little else beyond their beach view other than the enormous black flanks of the liner.

^^
And it is 3 shoreline blocks long. Looking at the latest renders of where it is now planned for - you could draw a straight line from the Trump Tower to the middle of the ship. The middle bit is in front of an empty space where high rises are to go up. The front and back bit should be in front 2 shoreline blocks (Nabat, and the last one on the other side of the empty space).

Ok, let's move the QE2 to Waterfront City and Cirque De Soleil to PJA.

^^ You are welcome to put the QE2 on the plot in front of the Torch :lol:

:lol:so we should build the Marina Sky Towers on the Logo Island! Will provide lovely views in the Sheikhs villa.

^^

The ship pictured is for workers & the QE2 is 2 & a half times the size, dont ask me how i know........

^^ how do you know ?

^^ how do you know ?

^^^^

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Spoke with a guy at Nakheel yesterday and he said that QE2 is going, as expected, opposite trump tower.

Does anyone know the plans for the space to the side of trump tower, i.e in between the first six and last four shorelines. The Nakheel model shows 2 towers in this space but the sign on the road points to a marina and beach club?

Spoke with a guy at Nakheel yesterday and he said that QE2 is going, as expected, opposite trump tower.

Opposite Trump Tower? Which side, left or right?

Opposite Trump Tower? Which side, left or right?

For the 6,489,134th time - Right side. Go back a whole page to post 4719. Click on the picture. Look at it. Say "oh, right, looks like the right side then". Then sit back and wait another 10 posts for someone else to say "any idea where the QE2 is going?". Rinse. Repeat.

So is it left or right?

any idea where the QE2 is going?

In the middle, they are making the cancelled canal deeper and wider

which end of the canal will it be at ? and will I be able to see over it from 7th floor shoreline ? will it have its own monorail stop ? ...this is all news to me I wish Nakheel would keep us better informed instead of making huge changes without any consultation.

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For the 6,489,134th time - Right side. Go back a whole page to post 4719. Click on the picture. Look at it. Say "oh, right, looks like the right side then". Then sit back and wait another 10 posts for someone else to say "any idea where the QE2 is going?". Rinse. Repeat.

Richard, sorry for not noticing it before. There is no reason to get mad when people ask a question. But, I still am not convinced by its location. I will wait until Nakheel makes an official announcement about where it is going.

which end of the canal will it be at ? and will I be able to see over it from 7th floor shoreline ? will it have its own monorail stop ? ...this is all news to me I wish Nakheel would keep us better informed instead of making huge changes without any consultation.

Have you seen the size of the QE2? To make the canal wide enough they have to knock the shorelines down. Have you not received your eviction notice from Nakheel yet?

For the 6,489,134th time - Right side. Go back a whole page to post 4719. Click on the picture. Look at it. Say "oh, right, looks like the right side then". Then sit back and wait another 10 posts for someone else to say "any idea where the QE2 is going?". Rinse. Repeat.

Richard, is your real name Victor Meldrew? (I don't belieeeve it)

I paced out the gap in between Kundrawi and Hasser. The bow and stern of the QE2 will be opposite the centre of Kundrawi and Hasser (i.e the middle of the type F apartments). This distance is around 300m.

Next question will be which way around will she sit, bow or stern to the South East?!

Someone today mentioned that guests on the QE2 will be using the beach for the shorelines. I hope this is not true and security is improved when more buildings are complete on the palm. Don't want it to look like a beach in benidorm!

Someone today mentioned that guests on the QE2 will be using the beach for the shorelines. I hope this is not true and security is improved when more buildings are complete on the palm. Don't want it to look like a beach in benidorm!

I read somewhere a few weeks ago that people who have bought in the Marina Residences on the Palm will be able to use the Shoreline beach.

I've had a quick look through my PSA for our Shoreline apartment but can't pick out the bit that talks about access to Beach Clubs and beaches (for a "nominal fee").

Am I right in thinking that the Shoreline beach was supposed to be exclusively for the use of Shoreline owners - not for other owners of properties on Palm Jumeirah?

I mean the last thing we want is a huge influx of other Palm apartment owners/residents. The beach will indeed be like Benidorm if that is the case. Also, one of the great selling points of the Shorelines (and something which gives them great value right now) is the supposedly "exclusive" beach access.

I don't want to sound unwelcoming, and I'm sure we will all be inviting friends at other Palm residences and elsewhere to join us as guests on the Shoreline beach on frequent occasions, but isn't this beach just for Shoreline owners/residents?

If I'm wrong I'd like to know the real score. I suppose if other Palm owners are to have access, then this would substantially reduce the costs for Shoreline owners of beach upkeep. If others can join, they can pay their dues for upkeep too.

:dunno:

Those pics are surreal. Simply amazing!

Interesting point re Marina residents and QE2 guests using the shoreline beach... if this is the case, then it is not private or exclusive, and Marina/QE2 need to pay up for their share of the fees if they are to be using it. Anyone got anything official on this?

I read somewhere a few weeks ago that people who have bought in the Marina Residences on the Palm will be able to use the Shoreline beach.

I've had a quick look through my PSA for our Shoreline apartment but can't pick out the bit that talks about access to Beach Clubs and beaches (for a "nominal fee").

Am I right in thinking that the Shoreline beach was supposed to be exclusively for the use of Shoreline owners - not for other owners of properties on Palm Jumeirah?

I mean the last thing we want is a huge influx of other Palm apartment owners/residents. The beach will indeed be like Benidorm if that is the case. Also, one of the great selling points of the Shorelines (and something which gives them great value right now) is the supposedly "exclusive" beach access.

I don't want to sound unwelcoming, and I'm sure we will all be inviting friends at other Palm residences and elsewhere to join us as guests on the Shoreline beach on frequent occasions, but isn't this beach just for Shoreline owners/residents?

If I'm wrong I'd like to know the real score. I suppose if other Palm owners are to have access, then this would substantially reduce the costs for Shoreline owners of beach upkeep. If others can join, they can pay their dues for upkeep too.

:dunno:

Totally agree Salty, sounds like a convincing argument for the shoreline owners to leverage a much better deal on this years maintenance / service charges (if they ever get round to sending them out...). I also think unobtrusively policing access to the shoreline beaches without cordoning everywhere off (carribbean style) will present a real challenge especially if access is indeed restricted exclusively to shoreline owners. Dont even get me started again on the 'nominal fee' or Nahkeels ridiculous rationale for beachclub membership charges....

VH Dubai, RCI in Palm Jumeirah deal
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25 May 2008

VH Dubai and RCI have signed an agreement to offer fractionals on Palm Jumeirah.

The eagerly awaited fractional ownership project offers buyers a chance to purchase one of VH Dubai’s luxurious suite apartments, as well as be a part of the The VH Residence Club, according to a statement.

VH Dubai is committing over 50 apartments to the Residence Club all of which are made up of two bedroom apartments. This is the first fractional offering of its kind by VH Dubai in Dubai.

“VH Dubai is offering the chance to own a portion of this idyllic eighth wonder of the world at a fraction of the cost of buying outright. RCI is pleased to be aligned with them on this project and to provide global services and benefits to future VH Residence Club owners,” said RCI Middle East managing director Nick Turner.

“Due to the thriving interest and intrigue surrounding Dubai, guests are attracted to this stunning location at exponential rates and VH Dubai’s unique offerings have been excellently received,” said Umar Mian, CEO and managing director of VH Dubai and The VH Residence Club.

Since its debut in 2007, VH Dubai’s occupancy levels have averaged over 90 percent and this innovative company has achieved unprecedented growth in its opening year of operation.

“Due to overwhelming response from past residents, we are now able to offer our guests the opportunity to own a piece of the property for themselves,” said Mian. – TradeArabia News Service

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There is something that I noticed that I cannot understand. Since the Palm Jumeirah Monorail will only travel in one direction on each track, it will have to be able to turn around in some way to go on the other track in the other direction.

Now look at these images. Look at the very end of the line, past the station. How will the monorail turn around? When the monorail drops off the passengers at the Atlantis Resort, where will it go. It cannot go backwards because then it would be going the wrong way. Right?

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It's likely that the monorail will be capable of moving in both directions.