Attractions
and Experience World
A family World of theme and water parks, roller coasters
and adventure, the Attractions and Experience World will
feature a critical mass of themed, large-scale attractions,
using the latest technology for thrills and safety. Based
on the example of successful destinations worldwide, its
largest theme park will act as an anchor, attracting visitors
and encouraging the growth of visits to other attractions
within the World, and Dubailand as a whole.
The Attractions and Experience World
will cover 150 million square feet (13.9 million square
meters), and will contain a total of 16 projects (Aqua
Dubai, Astrolab Resort, Aviation World, Snowdome (Dubai
Sunny Mountain Ski Dome), Great Dubai Wheel, Dubailand
Theme Park, Falcon City of Wonders, Fantasia, Giants World,
The Global Village, The Islamic Culture and Science World,
Kids World, Legends-Dubailand, Planetarium, Space and
Science World, Tourism Park).
Sports and
Outdoor World
A high energy world of heroes and champions, the Sports
and Outdoor World will include a mix of sporting venues
that will incorporate a dynamic program of international
rugby, cricket and other sports tournaments as well as
extreme sports activities. When completed, it will be
ideally positioned to become a prime warm weather training
facility for professional sports teams and will appeal
to a broad mix of markets.
The Sports and Outdoor World will cover
approximately 354 million square feet (32.9 million square
meters), and will contain a total of 5 projects (Dubai
Autodrome and Business Park, Dubai Sports City, Extreme
Sports World, Golf World, The Plantation Equestrian &
Polo Club).
Eco-Tourism
World
A natural world marvelling at the beauty of our planet,
the Eco-Tourism World will comprise a series of nature
and desert-based attractions integrated within their desert
parkland surrounds. Its experiential and cultural activities
will have broad appeal and its vast number of exquisite
and unique offerings will no doubt encourage long-stays
and repeat visits.
The Eco-Tourism World will cover approximately
1.4 billion square feet (130 million square meters) and
will contain a total of 7 projects (Al Barari, Dubai Heritage
Village, Life World, Pet Land, Safari Park, Sand Dune
Hotel, Tropical Village)
Themed Leisure
and Vacation World
A relaxing world of spas, health and well-being, the Themed
Leisure and Vacation World will consist of appealing retreats
designed to respond to the growing international demand
for quality vacation village residences, resort hotels
and wellness retreats. It will include several fitness
and stress-management focused facilities and will offer
unique creative concepts, such as themed resorts, providing
visitors a chance to experience faraway exotic locales
without leaving Dubailand.
The Themed Leisure and Vacation World
will cover approximately 320 million square feet (29.7
million square meters) and will contain a total of 6 projects
(Andalusian Resort & Spa, The Indian Theme Resort,
LEMNOS Women’s World, The Nubian Village, The Silver
Street Resort, Thai Express Resort)
Downtown,
Retail and Entertainment World
A vibrant mix of entertainment, shopping and eating out,
the Downtown, Retail & Entertainment World will be
a mixed destination offering a variety of retail, dining
and entertainment facilities. It will feature popular
family entertainment components with cross-generational
appeal such as cinemas, bowling, street entertainment,
computer-based games centres, themed restaurants and nightclubs.
Downtown, Retail & Entertainment World’s multitude
of day and night activities will encourage overnight stays
and spending at Dubailand. As shopping is one of the essential
activities undertaken by tourists on vacation, Downtown,
Retail & Entertainment World will provide a critical
mass of retail facilities providing a wide variety of
global brands but also unique boutiques and discount stores,
all within the biggest mall in the world - the Mall of
Arabia.
The Downtown, Retail and Entertainment
World will cover approximately 53 million square feet
(4.9 million square meters) and will contain a total of
5 projects (City of Arabia, Dubai Bazaar, Dubai Outlet
City, Restaurant Complex, Teen World, Virtual Games World)
Dubailand will ideally be located along
the Emirates Road and the Dubai-Al Ain Road, which will
provide easy access to it from Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai
and Sharjah. It will be located 60 minutes from Abu Dhabi,
10 minutes from the Dubai Airport, and 20 minutes from
Sharjah.
