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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.

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 11 hours ago
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
Sea and Lagoon Views | Furnished | Guaranteed ROI
AED1,900,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
Sea and Lagoon Views | Furnished | Guaranteed ROICote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
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
Off Plan Re Sale | World Islands | Luxury
AED1,850,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
852 sqft
Off Plan Re Sale | World Islands | LuxuryCote 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
Investor Opportunity | High ROI Percentage
AED1,350,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
403 sqft
Investor Opportunity | High ROI PercentageCote 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
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
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
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
Sea View | Prime Investment Opportunity | MOTIVATED SELLER | 8% GUARANTEED ROI
AED1,450,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
407 sqft
Sea View | Prime Investment Opportunity | MOTIVATED SELLER | 8% GUARANTEED ROINice, 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
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
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
AED1,500,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
500 sqft
Luxury | 8.3% ROI Guaranteed For 12 YearsCote 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 11 hours ago
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
"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
Amali Island Beach Resort 5BR Villa For Sale at World Island Dubai
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
7
area
30,321 sqft
Amali Island Beach Resort 5BR Villa For Sale at World Island DubaiAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
6BR Villa Beach Resort Private Island For Sale Amali Island Dubai
AED75,000,000
beds
6
baths
8
area
38,438 sqft
6BR Villa Beach Resort Private Island For Sale Amali Island DubaiAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Ultra Luxury Mansion | Skyline View | World Island
AED50,000,000
beds
5
baths
6
area
31,242 sqft
Ultra Luxury Mansion | Skyline View | World IslandAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
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
RESORT ISLAND BEACH MANSION SEA FRONT 6BR FOR SALE
AED66,268,888
beds
6
baths
8
area
24,532 sqft
RESORT ISLAND BEACH MANSION SEA FRONT 6BR FOR SALEZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Private Beach Villas 6BR Zuha Island Luxury Ameneties
AED69,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
Private Beach Villas 6BR Zuha Island Luxury AmenetiesZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Visit our Show Villa Private Island Beach Resort Free Hold Property
AED68,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
Visit our Show Villa Private Island Beach Resort Free Hold PropertyZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Al Barari Zuha Island Stunning Beach House Resort Living Private Villas
AED68,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
Al Barari Zuha Island Stunning Beach House Resort Living Private VillasZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
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
ULTRA LUXURY | PRIVATE BEACHFRONT VILLA | ISLAND LIVING
AED75,515,900
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
ULTRA LUXURY | PRIVATE BEACHFRONT VILLA | ISLAND LIVINGZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
Island Villa | Living Redefined
AED75,000,000
beds
6
baths
6
area
38,439 sqft
Island Villa | Living RedefinedAmali Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ1 2027Payment Plan60/40
Zuha Island Al Barari Private Beach Front Resort Villas True Luxury
AED75,515,900
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
Zuha Island Al Barari Private Beach Front Resort Villas True LuxuryZuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
AED100k Per Day Rent Luxury Resort Villas Beach Front House.
AED69,000,000
beds
6
baths
7
area
26,901 sqft
AED100k Per Day Rent Luxury Resort Villas Beach Front House.Zuha Island, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ2 2025Payment Plan50/50
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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
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
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
||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST PRICE||BEST ROI||
AED1,300,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
364 sqft
||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST PRICE||BEST ROI||Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment Plan
||MOTIVATED SELLER||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST ROI||
AED1,300,000
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
533 sqft
||MOTIVATED SELLER||DISTRESS DEAL||BEST ROI||Cote D' Azur Resort, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2022Payment 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
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
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
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
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 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
KING DELUXE | RAINY ST. VIEW | MARBELLA
AED3,162,695
beds
Studio
baths
1
area
625 sqft
KING DELUXE | RAINY ST. VIEW | MARBELLAMarbella Resort Hotel Vignette Collection, The Heart of Europe, The World Islands, Dubai, UAEHandoverQ4 2025Payment Plan80/20
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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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