Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm Takes Trip Advisor Crown as Best Waterpark in the Middle East and One of the Top Five in the World

Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm Takes Trip Advisor Crown as Best Waterpark in the Middle East and One of the Top Five in the World

TripAdvisor creditsthousands of thrilling photos posted by happy Aquaventure visitors as a primary reason for the prestigious ranking

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 27 July 2015 – With school holidays’ in mid flow, families can experience one of the top waterpark attractions in the world, without even having to leave the UAE. Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm has been voted the best waterpark in the Middle East and the fifth best in the world, in the TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Waterparks Awards. The influential travel site this week announced the accolade is based on millions of traveller reviews.

The 17 hectare beachfront waterpark, situated on the apex of The Palm’s crescent boasts two enormous towers packed with rides including the world’s largest diameter slide, the world’s first vertical banking family ride with a double hump at the end, the first double slide within a slide experience, the world’s first known zipline circuit to be integrated into a waterpark tower and unique marine animal interactions with rays and sharks.

Within Dubai, it's Aquaventure that takes the lead with more TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards for waterparks than any other waterpark in the country.

The TripAdvisor report features over 1,000 photos taken by happy Aquaventure visitors, along with thousands of positive reviews, which refer to the park in glowing terms due to the vast range of exhilarating rides available to suit all of the family, no matter the age or thrill level desired.

Scott.Deisley, Vice President of Operations at Aquaventure said: ‘We are thrilled that this excellent ranking by Trip Advisor endorses Aquaventure’s global standing, especially as it comes from thousands of happy guests that have passed through our door. We thank each and every person that has taken the time to share their amazing experience with us.’

The high rating comes on the heels of Atlantis’ investment of around US$ 27 million whereby a second 40-meter Tower of Poseidon was added, to give the waterpark a record breaking offering to guests, both regionally and globally.

Aquaventure was ranked fifth in a list that featured Siam Park in Spain, Beach Park in Brazil, Waterbom Bali in Indonesia and Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park in Florida in first to fourth respectively.http://www.tripadvisor.com/TravelersChoice-Attractions-cWaterParks-g1

Complimentary to guests of Atlantis, The Palm and welcoming thousands of visitors from across the world each day, Aquaventure contains 18 million litres of fresh water used to power eleven thrilling waterslides and a 2.3 kilometre river ride with tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white water chargers. Using the latest technology,Aquaventure is capable of using over 750,000 litres per minute to create water surges and waves with swells reaching almost 1 metre high.  Guests are propelled through the lushly landscaped waterscape, never having to leave their inner tubes as innovative water escalators carry participants up slide towers and down through rapids.

About Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Atlantis, The Palm is the first entertainment resort destination in the region and located at the centre of the crescent of The Palm in Dubai. Opened in September 2008, the unique ocean-themed resort features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, as well as 17 hectares of waterscape amusement at Aquaventure Waterpark, all within a 46 hectare site. It is home to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, with over 65,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays including The Lost Chambers Aquarium, a maze of underwater corridors and passageways providing a journey through ancient Atlantis. Aquaventure features 18 million litres of fresh water used to power thrilling waterslides, a 2.3 kilometre river ride with tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white water chargers. Atlantis, The Palm is also known as the culinary destination in the region with a collection of world-renowned restaurants including Nobu and Ronda Locatelli. The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops as well as extensive meeting and convention facilities.

Asteco appointed to sell out remaining DUKES Oceana apartments

Asteco appointed to sell out remaining DUKES Oceana apartments

 Initial launch phase of Best of British’ styled luxury development sells out; developer-backed guaranteed ROI of 10% attracting global investment interest as Asteco takes sole responsibility for remainder of unique Palm Jumeirah project 

Dubai-based luxury property developer Seven Tides has appointed leading regional real estate services firm, Asteco, as the sole agent for its newly launched DUKES Oceana, Dubai project.

Located on the Palm Jumeirah, this is the first international property for the DUKES Collection brand, whose flagship hotel DUKES London is a popular destination for GCC travelers. The high profile five-star hotel and adjacent residences are already built, only the interior fit-out remains, so the project is scheduled for handover in Q1 2016.

“Just one month after the launch of this development, 65% of the hotel apartments have been sold representing the completion of phase one. Just 35% of the studio and one-bedroom units remain, and we are confident that with Asteco’s network of contacts and unrivalled market expertise, we will secure the additional investors required to close-out the sales for this one-of-a-kind project,” said Abdulla bin Sulayem, CEO, Seven Tides.

Targeted at the regional and international investment community, Seven Tides is guaranteeing a return on investment (ROI) of 10% net per annum for the first five years, making the DUKES Oceana, Dubai venture a highly attractive proposition.

Hotel Apartment prices will remain the same, which range from AED 1.1 to AED 2.6 million for the 376-822-square feet studios, with one-bedroom units offering a spacious 832-882 square feet, starting at AED 2.3 million and rising to AED 2.7 million.

“Designed specifically for investment purposes and sold as fully furnished freehold hotel apartments, benefitting from a number of advantages, not least of which is the location on Palm Jumeirah, the city’s ultra-desirable lifestyle community. Add to that the quintessentially ‘Best of British’ positioning that the DUKES hospitality brand is renowned for, and this makes for a solid investment opportunity that has already resonated with international investors,” said John Stevens, Managing Director, Asteco.

Hotel guests of the apartments will also have full access to the DUKES Oceana, Dubai suite of leisure facilities and support services, including a stunning private beach, indoor pool, and outdoor infinity pool plus state-of-the-art gym, along with a number of restaurants and lounges showcasing signature British, Asian, international cuisine. Investors will also have full access to these facilities when utilising their hotel apartment for seven days per year.

“The calibre of investors choosing Dubai as a prime location for portfolio growth means that their expectations are extremely high when it comes to managing their investment, and with the DUKES operations team responsible for the day-to-day professional management of the apartments, they will have complete peace of mind,” noted Stevens.

Established in 2004, Seven Tides has developed its own portfolio of commercial, residential and resort properties in some of the world’s most desirable locations. Its award-winning flagship hotel, DUKES London, is situated in the fashionable Mayfair district and has been a hospitality icon in the capital for well over a century.

For more information about DUKES Oceana, please visit www.dukesoceana.com

About Seven Tides

Based in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates, privately owned Seven Tides is an internationally oriented holding company established in 2004. Currently focusing on hospitality and real estate sectors, Seven Tides thinks progressively, works creatively, partners strategically and acts quickly. The result is a current portfolio of offerings from landmark hospitality acquisitions and commercial buildings to residential towers and multi-use complexes in the gateway cities of London and Dubai.

For more information, please visit www.seventides.com

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Omniyat and Drake & Scull International partner to launch landmark residential project on Palm Jumeirah

Omniyat and Drake & Scull International partner to launch landmark residential project on Palm Jumeirah

Debuting at Cityscape Global 2014, the design of One at Palm is a global effort involving Soma of New York, Super Potato of Japan and Vladimir of Lebanon

Dubai, UAE, 31 August 2014: Omniyat, a leading developer in the Middle East, and Drake & Scull International PJSC (DSI), a major player in the region’s construction industry, have entered into a partnership to build a landmark project strategically located at the entrance of the Palm Jumeirah.

Expected to be one of the most significant projects to make debut at the forthcoming Cityscape Global 2014, One at Palm is jointly developed by both companies and will be managed by Omniyat. The enabling works is due to commence within the next two months.  

Mr. Khaldoun Al Tabari, Vice Chairman and CEO of DSI said: “We are delighted to partner with Omniyat to create a unique landmark on the iconic Palm Jumeirah skyline. Our 48 years’ expertise with high rise tower projects around the world will prove vital to delivering a project worthy of this prestigious location. We are confident that the synergy of our combined experience and Construction capabilities will deliver a new milestone on Dubai’s urban architecture. Omniyat’s track record of developing such high profile projects will complement our regional experience and we hope to enter into similar partnerships in the future.”

Mr. Mahdi Amjad, Executive Chairman and CEO of Omniyat, said: “Omniyat is very excited about developing this magnificent, super-luxury real estate project situated at the entrance of The Palm Jumeirah.”

“We believe this plot is the perfect location to build such an iconic development that will be a global collaboration with inputs from Dubai, Japan, New York and Lebanon. It will definitely stand out on the Dubai skyline,” Amjad added.

He elaborated: “We couldn’t have found a more competent partner than DSI to co-develop this landmark project, given their 48 years of excellence in the construction industry. The combination of DSI’s expertise and Omniyat’s multi-disciplinary leading credentials is set to create an outstanding piece of architecture that will add to Dubai’s list of numerous outstanding world projects.”

“The luxury residential building will be designed by internationally renowned architects Soma from New York, Super Potato from Japan and Vladimir from Lebanon. The building will offer 360-degree breathtaking views, with apartment sizes ranging from 2,500 to 20,000 square feet,” Amjad said. “The finishing will be handled by famed interior designers. The combined expertise of these world-class firms is guaranteed to create a unique, high-end extraordinary development.”

Internationally renowned Japanese design firm Super Potato is known for its sophisticated designs for the interiors of restaurants, shops and hotels. Super Potato's work has had a significant impact on interior design in Japan and around the world.

Vladimir Djurovic Landscape Architecture is engaged in the creation of timeless landscapes through its commitment to drawing out the uniqueness of an environment with simplicity of gesture that gives nature the stage. The firm’s expertise extends from escapist retreats and private residences, to the planning and development of boutique hotels, resorts and public urban spaces.

SOMA is a New York-based firm of architects with a portfolio and expertise in refurbishment and sustainability. SOMA’s work, mainly in New York, Dubai, Qatar, Erbil and Lebanon, covers projects across several industries as well.

“Our objective is to maximize shareholders’ value by designing and developing unique and prestigious Real Estate developments,” Amjad concluded.

About Omniyat

Omniyat is a privately held real estate development and service related company established in 2005 and headquartered in Dubai, UAE. It is considered as the most innovative, successful and premium development brand in the Gulf region, conceptualizing and creating real estate assets with a combined gross realization of over AED 12 Billion.  Led by Mr. Mahdi Amjad, Executive Chairman and CEO, Omniyat undertakes investment, development and asset management across a broad spectrum of property assets, providing sustained value and tangible, measurable benefits to all stakeholders involved, including shareholders, buyers and the community. Omniyat works with the world’s best known and most respected architects, specialty consultants and contractors to develop and launch large-scale and iconic properties. www.omniyat.com

About Drake & Scull International PJSC

Drake & Scull International PJSC (DSI) is a regional market leader delivering world class quality projects via end to end solutions that provide integrated design, engineering and construction disciplines of General Contracting, Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Water and Power, Rail, Water and Wastewater Treatment, Waste to Energy and Oil and Gas, through People, Innovation, and Passion.

DSI established its first office in Abu Dhabi in 1966, and has since expanded operations to encompass offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Jordan, Algeria, Iraq, India, Thailand, as well as managing projects in Europe and other parts of North Africa.

DSI‘s main business streams include Drake & Scull Engineering, which serves as the MEP and Water & Power arm, Drake & Scull Construction (DSC), which is the General Civil Contracting unit, Drake & Scull Oil & Gas, which undertakes oil pipelines and related petrochemical projects, Drake & Scull Rail, Germany based Passavant Energy & Environment which focuses on Water and wastewater treatment as well as waste to energy and Drake and Scull Development, focusing on the Infrastructure sector.

In 2008, DSI offered 55% of its shares to the public and the IPO was oversubscribed 101 times. Ernst & Young ranked the IPO among the top 20 global IPOs in 2008.

DSI has since then used the funds to integrate, establish and acquire businesses that complement its corporate strategy of expansion into new markets, via organic and inorganic growth.

The fully Integrated Management Systems, certified to ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2005 and OSHAS 18001:2007 standards are compliant with leading building, health and safety regulations, as well as sound environmental and energy management procedures.

DSI is a leader through experience, and has established a regional leadership position over 48 years of successfully completing the most complex projects on time, within budgets and matching set quality parameters. DSI has delivered more than 700 projects around the world in the last five decades catering to aviation, residential, mixed use, power plants, district cooling plants, hospitality, healthcare, renewable energy, data centres, petrochemical, rail, commercial, government, leisure, and infrastructure sectors.