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A great climate coupled with a low crime rate, world-class leisure facilities and political stability makes buying Dubai real estate an attractive investment option.

Investors not wishing to make use of their property can easily rent to Dubai’s large population of expatriate workers.

Jun 10, Plans for water fountain at Downtown Burj Dubai unveiled
Plans for a massive water fountain at Downtown Burj Dubai have been unveiled by Emaar Properties. Situated in the Burj Lake, it will be capable of shooting jets of water 500 feet high, equivalent to the height of a 50-storey building.

It will be complemented by a visual effects system consisting of more than 6,000 lights and 50 colour projectors. The total cost of the lake and fountain is budgeted at AED 800 million.

Jun 10, Burj Dubai opening delayed
Emaar Properties has announced that the opening of the Burj Dubai will be delayed by around 8 months. Completion is now expected in September 2009.

Part of the Downtown Burj Dubai development, the tower is the world’s tallest building. Work came to a halt in November 2007 when 40,000 labourers working on the project went on strike over conditions and pay.

Apr 29, Infrastructure contract signed for Al Furjan Phase One
Property developers Nakheel have signed an agreement with Khansaheb Civil Engineering to develop the infrastructure of the first phase of their Al Furjan residential development.

Apr 16, Atlantis the Palm opening in September
Kerzner International has announced that its flagship hotel Atlantis The Palm will open in September 2008. The resort, on the crescent of the Palm Jumeirah, will feature 1539 rooms and suites, a 17 hectare water park, marine habitats and underwater exhibits with around 65,000 marine creatures, four celebrity chef restaurants, luxury boutiques, a spa, and nightclub.

Apr 7, Burj Dubai is now the world’s tallest man-made structure
Dubai-based property developer Emaar has announced that the Burj Dubai is now the world’s tallest man-made structure. It has reached a height of 629 metres, surpassing the KVLY TV mast in North Dakota (628.8 metres).

Mohammed Ali Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar, said ‘Emaar’s Burj Dubai has accomplished another milestone in its development, placing the city of Dubai and Burj Dubai once again on the global spotlight. With over 160 storeys now, the most number of liveable floors in any building in the world, Burj Dubai is already pushing the frontiers in construction engineering.’

The Burj Dubai is the centrepiece of the Downtown Burj Dubai development. The final height of the tower remains a closely guarded secret.

Apr 7, Beckham gives villa to Posh’s parents
British newspaper the News of the World reports that England footballer David Beckham has given his villa on the Palm Jumeirah to his in-laws. The tabloid says that as the former Manchester United star is now playing in the USA he has realised that he will be unable to spend any time at the luxury home and decided to let Victoria Beckham’s parents enjoy it.

The paper says that Beckham purchased the villa in 2002 for £800,000, though it is widely believed that it was given to him by developers Nakheel as part of a public relations campaign. Other English footballers owning homes on the development include Joe Cole, David James, Gary Neville, and Michael Owen.

 

Publié le dimanche 03 août 2008 Visualisé 122 fois