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Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today launched a new beachfront entertainment destination located at Jumeirah beach near Burj Al Arab in Dubai, that features MGM and Bellagio hotels.

Sheikh Mohammed was accompanied by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai; Chairman H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority and Chairman of Emirates Group, and Director- General of the Department of Protocol and Hospitality in Dubai Khalifa Saeed Suleiman.

Wasl Hospitality and Leisure, a subsidiary of Wasl Asset Management Group, is in charge of developing the project and has selected MGM Hospitality to advise on the development of a premier destination resort in Dubai and to operate the resort when completed.

His Highness praised the development of the project and highlighted the key components of tourism industry of the UAE which is considered as key contributor of economic diversification.

H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Real Estate Corporation and Wasl Asset Management said that all the operations of the group translate the directives of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, which focus on distinction and quality, as well as creating innovative approaches during the planning phase of the group’s projects, that fall in lines with the Dubai Plan 2021 and UAE Vision 2021.

Hesham Al Qassim, Chief Executive Officer of Wasl Asset Management, and Bill Hornbuckle, President of MGM Resorts International, jointly briefed Sheikh Mohammed about the different component of the resort that will contain two million square feet of built-up space, including an MGM Hotel, MGM-branded residences and a Bellagio-branded hotel containing a total of 1,000 rooms and 10 villas. There will also be a 500,000-sq-ft theatre, a range of restaurants, museums, a major beach club and adventure zones for both adults and children.

The site will “occupy the longest stretch of waterfront ever developed in Dubai” along the Jumeirah Beach front.

Work is set to start on the project in the third quarter of 2017 and will take four years to complete. “We are excited and honoured by the opportunity to introduce our brands in one of the world’s fastest-growing tourist destinations,” said Bill Hornbuckle, president of MGM Resorts. “This marks the first time we will offer multiple MGM luxury brands at a prime beachfront location.”

Defining a new lifestyle choice in Dubai Marina, one of the largest waterfront developments, global developer Emaar Properties is unveiling an exceptional collection of branded residences that overlook the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf.

Vida Residences Dubai Marina brings a unique value proposition for customers with its exotic location in Dubai Marina and elegant Miami-style. As part of the Vida Dubai Marina Hotel, residences and Yacht Club, they will have within reach an assortment of lifestyle amenities and marine pursuits.

The residences share a range of amenities with the Vida Hotel, an upscale, contemporary hotel brand that brings a trendy and chic boutique-style approach and delivers stimulating environments for the new generation of business executives, entrepreneurs and leisure travellers.

Residents are in close proximity to Dubai Marina Mall with an assortment of outlets and leisure attractions. They are also in walking distance to the Dubai Metro and the Dubai Tram, and in direct access of Sheikh Zayed Road. In addition to beachfront attractions, residents are only a few steps away from Pier 7 Dubai Marina, which offers seven exciting culinary choices.

Ahmad Al Matrooshi, Managing Director of Emaar Properties, said: “Vida Residences Dubai Marina offers a distinctive lifestyle choice for residents who prefer waterfront living in a central location. With its focus on the nautical heritage of Dubai Marina, the homes are ideally suited as first homes for long-stays or as a holiday home, thus appealing to both UAE-based and international investors. Dubai Marina is one of the vibrant lifestyle destinations in the city and our new residences bring exceptional value for customers.”

Located in levels 14 to 56 to maximise views, Vida Residences Dubai Marina has only 360 one to four-bedroom apartments that take inspiration from Dubai Marina’s nautical legacy. The architecture is defined by simple, clean, geometric lines, with breeze blocks that allow for the play of light and shadow throughout the interior space. Timber paneling reminiscent of decking and precise metal detailing is an additional nautical reference.

Pastel coloured buildings, beach huts, vintage cars and Miami sunsets are the inspiration behind the calming colour palette offset with clean, fresh and neutral hard finishes. Lush vegetation is an important aspect of the interior referencing Miami’s tropical climate. Inside and outside spaces merge to create a harmonious environment. A comfortable and spacious lobby gives a warm welcome to guests. Benefitting from double height volume the lobby has a sense of verticality enhanced by warm oak timber wall planks.

All apartments have spacious balconies with stunning marina views. The homes assure a comfortable and relaxed feel with a pastel mint colour scheme, and contrasting patterned fabrics. Upholsteries are natural for a comfortable beachy look. Playful artwork in accent pastel colours add to the Miami touch.

Sales open on March 15, 2017. Customers can visit Emaar Sales Centre at Downtown Dubai, Dubai Hills Estate Sales Centre or Dubai Creek Harbour Sales Centre or the sales centre in Abu Dhabi on the ground floor of Al Nahda Tower. For more information, call 800 36227(UAE) or +9714 3661688 (International); or email: Sales_Enquiry@emaar.ae. Also, visit the online sales centre at www.emaar.com

Emaar offers long-term investors and end-users the opportunity to register for the Emaar Preferred Access programme, at www.emaar.com. More information on the project is also available through the new ‘Online Sales Centre’ feature on Emaar’s e-Services App that can be downloaded on iPads and iPhones.