300 islands in the shape of the continents located off the coast of Dubai, The World offers imaginative investors an unprecedented investment opportunity in the form of leisure, residential or tourist developments. Adding over 232 kilometers of new beachfront to Dubai's coastline, The World offers islands ranging from 150,000 square feet to 450,000 square feet in size, and will be accessible by marine or air transport, with world-class marinas servicing the development.

An array of island parcels means an array of possibilities. Engineered to be flexible and designed to be unforgettable – a blank canvas in the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf. An incomparable destination, The World is a collection of private islands that form a singular expression of exclusivity. Located off the coast of Dubai's most desirable address, and created by Nakheel, Dubai's premier developer, The World is quickly evolving into a one-of-a-kind destination and investment opportunity.

Various sea life, such as coral anemones and sea squirts, thrive along and in between the breakwaters surrounding the islands, accepting it as part of their natural environment. The shoreline areas comprise diverse marine life such as sea cucumbers, oysters, sponges, plankton, butterfly fish and jellyfish. Marine life in and around The World is flourishing. Initiatives, such as the water treatment plan to reuse water and recycle waste, or the incentives provided for ‘Green' developers, will aid in the continued harmony of The World, its customers and its environment.

The Palm is one of the world's most iconic development projects. A trilogy of man-made, palm-shaped islands, The Palm Jumeirah, Jebel Ali and Deira are three landmarks are located off the coast of Dubai, and are destined to elevate the city's position as a premier global tourist destination. An engineering marvel, when completed The Palm will increase Dubai's shoreline by a total of 520 kms and will include over 100 luxury hotels, 10,000 exclusive residential beachside villas, 5,000 shoreline apartments, marinas, water theme parks, restaurants, shopping malls, sports facilities, health spas, cinemas and extensive dive sites.

The Palm, Jumeirah: The first of the 3 man made-islands, Palm Jumeirah has everything you need to enjoy a wonderful holiday break. World famous hotel names, amazing tourist attractions, luxury fashion and shopping malls are starting to open up. Whether you just want to relax or immerse yourself in an exciting world of leisure and entertainment, this is a truly inspirational holiday destination.

The Palm, Jebel Ali (Underconstruction): Innovative waterhomes that spell a poem written by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al Maktoum, Ruler of Dubai and Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE. World-class entertainment of Sea Village, exceptional hotels and resorts.

The Palm, Deira (Underconstruction): The final chapter in The Palm trilogy, with 41 fronds on the island. It will further enhance the value of Deira by unlocking access to waterfront communities that will be developed on this iconic man-made island.

The world's largest waterfront development in the world's fastest growing city.

Introducing Dubai Waterfront, the result of two years of work sessions and feasibility studies by world-renowned architects, planners, engineers and consultants, all led by Nakheel, Dubai's premier development company. An unprecedented offering at an unimaginable scale, Dubai Waterfront is bigger than Manhattan and Beirut, and offers investors over 250 master-planned communities.

The vision behind Dubai Waterfront is to create a world-class destination for residents, visitors and businesses in the world's fastest growing city. This ambitious development is organised around key components of the master plan, encompassing a new downtown, Madinat Al Arab, which is anchored by Al Burj – one of the world's tallest buildings. Surrounding the harbour is a series of zones with mixed use, commercial, residential, resort and amenity areas. Together they form the symbol of Dubai's meteoric rise, and the grand intent of this truly unprecedented master plan.

Surrounding the harbour is a series of zones with mixed use, commercial, residential, resort and amenity areas. Together they form the symbol of Dubai's meteoric rise, and the grand intent of this truly unprecedented master plan.

Sleeping with the fishes is not a far away reality in the Middle East now at Hydropolis Underwater Resort Hotel. The project is definitely ambitious. Constructed from a combination of concrete, steel and clear Plexiglas, Hydropolis will be the world's first underwater luxury hotel. It will offer 220 suites, all sitting on the Persian Gulf floor 66 feet (20 meters) below the surface.

Covering 27 acres (10.8 hectares), the project will feature architecture that's nothing if not attention-grabbing. The design includes three linked elements: a wave-shaped above-ground "land station" and the jellyfish-shaped underwater hotel, linked by a submerged transparent train tunnel that will be 515 meters long.

Among the projects other unusual architectural details are the hotel's two translucent domes, which will house a concert auditorium and a ballroom that break the water's surface, with the ballroom featuring a retractable roof. And that's not to mention the hotel's bubble-shaped suites, with clear glass comprising both the sleeping areas' walls and each room's bathtub. "Guests from all over the world and from all cultures will be attracted by a multitude of offers, which simultaneously address mind, body and soul in an unparalleled manner. It is the dream of all humankind to live in and explore the sea."