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HIGHLIGHTS

ABOUT THE WORLD ISLANDS

Designed in the shape of a global map, The World Islands (also called The World) is one of the most awaited real estate projects in Dubai. Developed by Nakheel Properties, the man-made archipelago features seven island clusters named after the seven continents. It is located around 4 km away from the coastal strip of Jumeirah in Dubai.

IN A NUTSHELL

  • Some islands are available for private ownership
  • A project by Nakheel Properties
  • 300 man-made islands arranged in the shape of a world map
  • Features luxurious residences, high-end resorts and commercial spaces
  • Inspired by architectural and cultural themes from around the world
  • Will be home to iconic attractions, including celebrity-owned properties, world-class restaurants and entertainment venues
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NEIGHBOURHOOD

COMMUNITY OVERVIEW

This collection of islands, each representing a unique nation, offers a truly cosmopolitan experience with luxurious living, world-class entertainment, and iconic attractions.

THE WORLD ISLANDS DUBAI PROJECT UPDATE

Number of Islands in The World Islands

The World development announced by Nakheel in 2003 initially had 200 islands. By 2004, this massive project had expanded to 260 islands and eventually reached a total of 300 islands.

Land Reclamation and Breakwater in The World Islands

The islands were constructed through massive land reclamation efforts, involving millions of tons of sand and rock. The buildup of the two breakwaters was completed in 2008. These structures shelter the islands from sea waves.

Area of The World Islands

The World Islands is about 4 km off the Dubai coast, measuring 9 km in width and 7 km from the south pole to the north pole, covering an area of almost 600 million sq. ft.

Safety and Security in The World Islands

Dubai World Security are responsible for providing round-the-clock marine security to Dubai World Islands.

Islands in Dubai World Islands

The World Islands has seven sets of islands named after seven continents. The islands, sized 150,000 sq. ft. to 450,000 sq. ft., are about 100 m apart from each other. The majority of the islands are empty, including Antarctic, Australia and New Zealand Island. Ireland Island in Europe and Shanghai Island in Asia were the first islands sold by Nakheel in 2007.

In 2008, Dubai Infinity Holdings announced the development of the one-of-a-kind fashion island by the name of Isla Moda in The World Islands. Fashion designers from all the continents will be invited to design different elements of Isla Moda Island.

In 2009, Nakheel announced Coral Island Resort in the North American region. Royal Island Beach Club in Lebanon Island was the first attraction to open in The World Islands in 2012. It is a private beach club featuring two beaches, along with a swimming pool, an onsite beach volleyball court and a variety of dining hotspots.

Germany Island, Central Europe / Main Europe, Sweden Island, St Petersburg, Switzerland, and The Floating Venice were the six islands in Europe bought by Kleindienst Group to build The Heart of Europe (THOE) project. Divided into three development phases, THOE in The World will be completed in 2026. Côte d’Azur 5 Star Resort, The Floating Seahorse, Sweden Palace, Portofino, Germany Villas and The Floating Lido are a few major developments in THOE.

PROPERTIES IN THE WORLD ISLANDS

The World Island features a variety of luxury apartments, standalone grand villas, hotel apartments and residential plots for sale.

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Construction at The World Islands

THE WORLD ISLANDS FLOOR PLANS

Those looking for The World Islands floorplans can browse 2D and 3D floor plans available on Bayut. One can also virtually visit the property via Bayut’s 3D live floor plans.

Recent Sale Transactions in The World Islands

AED 4,249,52317 Jan 2011
The World Islands
1 Bed
Built-Up: 787 sqft
AED 1,898,00016 May 2010
The World Islands
1 Bed
Built-Up: 807 sqft
AED 1,898,00016 May 2010
The World Islands
1 Bed
Built-Up: 807 sqft
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Sale Trends in The World Islands

Apartment TypeAverage Sales Price in AED
Studio1,928,000
1-Bed2,225,000
Based on property listings on Bayut.com over the last 12 months. Last updated 7 hours ago
Stunning Studio|Sea View|Prime Investment
AED1,500,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
407 sqft
Stunning Studio|Sea View|Prime InvestmentCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
BELOW MARKET PRICE | MOTIVATED SELLER | 10% ROI FOR 10 YEARS | NO SERVICE CHARGES | POOL & SEA VIEW
AED1,400,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
457 sqft
BELOW MARKET PRICE | MOTIVATED SELLER | 10% ROI FOR 10 YEARS | NO SERVICE CHARGES | POOL & SEA VIEWCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
INVESTMENT DEAL | FULL SEA VIEW | FULLY FURNISHED
AED1,000,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
405 sqft
INVESTMENT DEAL | FULL SEA VIEW | FULLY FURNISHEDCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Full Sea View | High ROI | Furnished
AED1,600,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
406 sqft
Full Sea View | High ROI | FurnishedCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Premium Location | World Class | Good Investment
AED1,300,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
421 sqft
Premium Location | World Class | Good InvestmentCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Full Sea View | High ROI | Fully Furnished
AED2,600,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
406 sqft
Full Sea View | High ROI | Fully FurnishedCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Sea view ROI 8.33% for12 Years 0 SC Partial sea view
AED3,150,000
beds
1
baths
2
area
458 sqft
Sea view ROI 8.33% for12 Years 0 SC Partial sea viewMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
Guaranteed ROI | Open View | Resale
AED1,700,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
500 sqft
Guaranteed ROI | Open View | ResaleCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Investor Opportunity | High ROI Percentage
AED1,350,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
403 sqft
Investor Opportunity | High ROI PercentageNice, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
8% Guaranteed Roi | Beachfront Resort | Investment Opportunity
AED3,750,143
beds
1
baths
2
area
949 sqft
8% Guaranteed Roi | Beachfront Resort | Investment OpportunitySt. Tropez, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Fully Furnished | Good ROI | Amazing View
AED1,150,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
499 sqft
Fully Furnished | Good ROI | Amazing ViewSt. Tropez, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Distress Deal | 5-Star Hotel | Guaranteed ROI for 10 Years
AED1,100,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
406 sqft
Distress Deal | 5-Star Hotel | Guaranteed ROI for 10 YearsNice, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
8.3% Guaranteed ROI for 12 Years | No Bills and SC
AED1,450,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
495 sqft
8.3% Guaranteed ROI for 12 Years | No Bills and SCCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Resale | Investor Deal | Hotel Island
AED1,399,999
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
398 sqft
Resale | Investor Deal | Hotel IslandCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Investor Deal | 8.3% ROI | Hotel Island
AED1,450,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
Investor Deal | 8.3% ROI | Hotel IslandCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
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Villa TypeAverage Sales Price in AED
2-Bed16,500,000
6-Bed68,088,000
Based on property listings on Bayut.com over the last 12 months. Last updated 7 hours ago
Luxury Island Living I Payment Plan I Ready Q2 27
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
6
area
11,336 sqft
Luxury Island Living I Payment Plan I Ready Q2 27Amali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Skyline Views | Private Beachfront Luxury Villa
AED67,208,888
beds
6
baths
7
area
19,663 sqft
Skyline Views | Private Beachfront Luxury VillaZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Motivated Seller I Must Sell I Resale
AED61,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
24,709 sqft
Motivated Seller I Must Sell I ResaleZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Ultra Luxury Mansion | Skyline View | World Island
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
6
area
31,893 sqft
Ultra Luxury Mansion | Skyline View | World IslandAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
"Amani Island: Panoramic Views, Luxury Living, and Expansive Layouts in Dubai's World Islands"
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
6
area
11,336 sqft
"Amani Island: Panoramic Views, Luxury Living, and Expansive Layouts in Dubai's World Islands"Amali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Skyline View / No Commission Charges / Beach Villa
AED67,208,888
beds
6
baths
7
area
25,466 sqft
Skyline View / No Commission Charges / Beach VillaZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
No Commission| World Islands Mansion| AED 50M | Pay Plan
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
8
area
11,494 sqft
No Commission| World Islands Mansion| AED 50M | Pay PlanAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
LUXURY ISLAND LIVING | WORLD ISLAND | PAYMENT PLAN
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
8
area
11,494 sqft
LUXURY ISLAND LIVING | WORLD ISLAND | PAYMENT PLANAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
PRIVATE BEACH - COMPLETION MARCH 2027 - PRIVATE YACHT PORT
AED49,500,000
beds
5
baths
8
area
31,242 sqft
PRIVATE BEACH - COMPLETION MARCH 2027 - PRIVATE YACHT PORTAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Peaceful Living | Luxurious Design | Call Now
AED75,000,000
beds
6
baths
8
area
16,012 sqft
Peaceful Living | Luxurious Design | Call NowAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Peaceful Living | Private and Close to Nature
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
10
area
11,336 sqft
Peaceful Living | Private and Close to NatureAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Luxury Island Living | Private Beach | Aria
AED125,000,000
beds
7
baths
8
area
22,861 sqft
Luxury Island Living | Private Beach | AriaAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Viking Offer✅Valhalla Palace✅Last Unit✅ Neighbor is CR7✅
AED125,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
23,818 sqft
Viking Offer✅Valhalla Palace✅Last Unit✅ Neighbor is CR7✅The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Ultra Luxury Mansions | Skyline View | Zuha Island
AED65,999,999
beds
6
baths
7
area
19,663 sqft
Ultra Luxury Mansions | Skyline View | Zuha IslandZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Limited Collection Mansion | Private Boat Parking
AED77,568,888
beds
6
baths
10
area
33,105 sqft
Limited Collection Mansion | Private Boat ParkingZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
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AMAZING INVESTMENT | READY SOON | LUXURY PROJECT
AED1,600,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
500 sqft
AMAZING INVESTMENT | READY SOON | LUXURY PROJECTSt. Tropez, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
ROI 8.33% for 12 years Guaranteed | 200% appreciation on investment after 12 years
AED2,316,260
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
382 sqft
ROI 8.33% for 12 years Guaranteed | 200% appreciation on investment after 12 yearsMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
Fully furnished | High ROI | Investor Deal
AED1,900,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
407 sqft
Fully furnished | High ROI | Investor DealCannes, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Resale- Hotel room in Cote D'Azure with Rental Chqs Guarantee
AED1,400,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
403 sqft
Resale- Hotel room in Cote D'Azure with Rental Chqs GuaranteeCannes, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
High ROI | Furnished | Hotel Apartment | Studio
AED1,770,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
407 sqft
High ROI | Furnished | Hotel Apartment | StudioNice, Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Prime Investment | Guaranteed ROI |Stunning Studio
AED1,900,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
Prime Investment | Guaranteed ROI |Stunning StudioCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Ready Now | Best Layout | Spacious
AED1,300,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
Ready Now | Best Layout | SpaciousCote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
INVESTOR DEAL | HIGH ROI | ALMOST READY | LUXURY
AED2,930,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
768 sqft
INVESTOR DEAL | HIGH ROI | ALMOST READY | LUXURYPortofino Hotel, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Resale- 1 Bedroom Suite in Portofino with Rental Chqs
AED2,300,000
beds
1
baths
2
area
1,182 sqft
Resale- 1 Bedroom Suite in Portofino with Rental ChqsPortofino Hotel, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
||MOTIVATED SELLER||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST ROI||
AED1,300,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
||MOTIVATED SELLER||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST ROI||Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
Heart of Europe with Full Beachfront Views – 24/7 Rainy street, Fully Furnished, and 2-Year Payment Plan!"
AED2,200,000
beds
1
baths
2
area
461 sqft
Heart of Europe with Full Beachfront Views – 24/7 Rainy street, Fully Furnished, and 2-Year Payment Plan!"The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Stunning 1bhk  End Suite in St. Tropez, Côte d'Azur – The Heart of Europe!
AED7,347,000
beds
1
baths
1
area
1,836 sqft
Stunning 1bhk End Suite in St. Tropez, Côte d'Azur – The Heart of Europe!The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverPayment Plan
Invest with a fixed return of 8.33 % for a period of 12 years with a guarantee
AED2,315,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
460 sqft
Invest with a fixed return of 8.33 % for a period of 12 years with a guaranteeMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
Doubling the price of the apartment after the lease / investment contract with a fixed return of 8.33 % for 12 years
AED2,320,817
beds
2
baths
1
area
460 sqft
Doubling the price of the apartment after the lease / investment contract with a fixed return of 8.33 % for 12 yearsMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
Invest with a guaranteed return of up to 10% and receive a monthly return with the best developers
AED2,315,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
460 sqft
Invest with a guaranteed return of up to 10% and receive a monthly return with the best developersMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
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The Heart of Europe
Amali Island
Zuha Island
Sweden Island
Kuwait Island
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The most popular locations in The World Islands include The Heart of Europe, Amali Island, Zuha Island, Sweden Island and Kuwait Island.

2-bedroom apartments for sale are priced from AED 2M to AED 2M . Studio apartments for sale in The Heart of Europe are priced from AED 2M to AED 3M .

Hotels in The World Islands

Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel and Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort are the two popular hotels in The World Islands. Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort is the latest Anantara hotel in the UAE, located within the South American region of The World offers a variety of hotel rooms, suites and villas. This hotel provides private beach access from every room. Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel is a part of The Heart of Europe.

TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING SPACES IN THE WORLD ISLANDS

Since The World Islands is currently under development, there is limited transport to and from the islands. Interested individuals can take a 15-minute boat ride from Palm Jumeirah to reach The World. One can also travel across The World Islands by air.

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Boat ride is the available mode of transport on the islands in The World
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LIFESTYLE

SHOPPING, DINING AND NIGHTLIFE

RESTAURANTS IN THE WORLD ISLANDS

For now, restaurants in The World Islands are part of the hotels like La Brasserie & Raining Street in Côte d’Azur Monaco Hotel. It is a French restaurant. Other restaurants in The World Islands, which are part of the Anantara World Islands Dubai Resort, include:

  • Luna
  • Helios
  • Qamar
  • HamacLand

Helios and Qamar offer Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Indian cuisines, while Luna specialises in serving various beverages and snacks. HamacLand is a private floating lounge where one can enjoy panoramic views of gulf waters while enjoying International cuisines.

BEACHES NEAR THE WORLD ISLANDS

The World Islands is surrounded by pristine beaches. Property owners and hotel guests can access private beaches in The World Islands.

LEISURE ACTIVITIES AND NOTABLE LANDMARKS

The Heart of Europe is one of the most popular landmarks in The World Islands. It is currently under development. Other much-anticipated leisure places in The World are Isla Moda Island and Nakheel’s Coral Island Resort.

For now, one can spend leisure time at Royal Island Beach Club, a private beach club on Lebanon Island.

THINGS TO CONSIDER

The World Island is an under-development project by Nakheel that mainly offers staycation facilities. People who want to live in The World Island need to wait a bit as most of the residential communities are currently in the development phase.

FAQs about The World Islands

Is The World Islands Dubai completed?

The World Islands is currently under development with some completed islands.

Can I visit The World Islands in Dubai?

Tourists and visitors can visit the developed islands in The World which are open to the public, such as Lebanon Island.

Who built the Dubai Islands?

The original idea for The World was conceived by His Highness Sheikh Mohammad bin Al Rashid Maktoum, the ruler of Dubai. Nakheel Properties are the developers of Dubai World Islands.

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LOCATION

  • Located near the Dubai coast.
  • 15 minutes away from Palm Jumeirah via boat ride.

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