The World Islands

• White sand coasts, sun loungers, and landscaped walking and recreation areas;
• Swimming pools with transparent acrylic bottoms that allow swimmers to see the coral reefs;
• Hotels with high-class amenities;
• Streets with artificial rain and snow;
• Villas with submerged underground floors;
• Yacht marinas and yacht clubs;
• Bars, restaurants, cafes, and nightclubs;
• Diving clubs;
• Parks with unique plants and trees brought from all over the world;
• Elite SPA salons with a large selection of relaxing and care treatments.

After completion of the construction, the plan is to connect the small islands by bridges.

The best hotels

Currently, some hotel complexes are under development, and the operational hotels are in The Heart of Europe community:

• Portofino is a five-star premium family hotel with Queen and Princess rooms. Various events are held on the territory, such as water shows, ballet performances, and film screenings.
• Cote d' Azur Resort is a beach resort consisting of seven duplex penthouses, 113 hotel rooms, and 872 apartments. Pearl diving, snorkeling, and other types of water activities will be available for guests.

Public transport

The archipelago is 4 kilometers away from the city. It was designed as an eco-friendly community, ensuring no traditional vehicles using conventional fuel. Boats, helicopters, and seaplanes will become the main means of transport. Residents can quickly reach the Dubai Marina areas and Palm Jumeirah by speedboat.

You can visit major shopping malls, museums, parks, and other popular destinations from the closest mainland community, Jumeirah. There is excellent public transport and a ferry pier.

Supermarkets

Convenience stores will be available in the area. The following are the closest supermarkets on the mainland:

• Grandiose Supermarket in Jumeirah 2;
• Al Labeeb Grocery near Jumeirah Beach;
• Choithrams Supermarket, Umm Suqeim;
• Spinneys Supermarket, Umm Suqeim.

The closest shopping malls in the coastal part of the city

• Mall of the Emirates is a huge shopping center that includes a Carrefour hypermarket, numerous clothing, cosmetics, and accessories stores, Magic Planet entertainment center, VOX cinema, Ski Dubai ski resort, a theater, and an art gallery;
• Dubai Mall is a multi-level complex with a broad range of retail stores, restaurants, cafes, a hotel, a giant aquarium, VR Park Dubai, and cinemas.
• Sunset Mall is a shopping mall located near a kitesurfing seaside with a large selection of shops, restaurants, and beauty parlors;
• Ibn Battuta Mall is a large Arabic-style shopping center. The complex is divided into several themed zones in the style of different countries. There are numerous shops, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, and entertainment attractions.

Churches, temples, and mosques

The archipelago is not far from the famous Jumeirah Mosque, which is open to visitors of all faiths. Here, foreigners can get acquainted with the culture and religion of the UAE. The mosque is one of the highlights of Dubai and appears on the 500 AED banknote. The white-stone building is in the style of Arab medieval temples. The large prayer hall has space for up to 1300 people. The complex also includes two minarets framing the dome of the temple. The walls are decorated with intricate ornaments showing elements of Arabic ligature and floral patterns.

St. Mary's Catholic Church, the Dubai City Church, and St. Thomas Orthodox Cathedral are 13 minutes away from the mosque and not far from the famous Dubai Frame.

Hindu temples can be found near the shore in the Bur Dubai area.

Restaurants

The community's main restaurants are in the hotels and residential complexes. Once the project is completed, there will be a lot of interesting new establishments.

The Portofino Hotel has restaurants and cafés with classic Mediterranean cuisine. The Cote d' Azur Resort has six Mediterranean-themed restaurants, seaboard cafes, and the Absinthe Lounge which has live piano music.

Nurseries and schools

The nearest educational institutions for children are located on the mainland in the coastal areas of Dubai:

• Al Ittihad Private School, Jumeira;
• Al Sufouh Girls High School;
• Collegiate International School;
• GEMS Jumeirah Primary School;
• The International School of Choueifat;
• Kids Island Nursery;
• Montessori Nursery;
• Odyssey Nursery, Umm Suqeim Street;
• First Steps Nursery

Hospitals and clinics

There are no major clinics and hospitals on the islands. The nearest health-care facilities are in the coastal areas of the emirate:

• Gargash Hospital, Umm Suqeim Street;
• Dubai London Clinic and Specialty Hospital, Jumeirah Street;
• Mebal Medical Clinic, Umm Suqeim Street;
• Med Art Clinic;
• Medcare Medical Centre;
• Zia Medical Center, near Jumeirah Beach.

The nearest districts

• Jumeira is a seaside region known for its long and sandy coastline. It contains the popular La Mer Beach Residences by Meraas, with a huge water park and a wave pool. Catamarans, jet skis, and flyboarding equipment are available to rent.
• Dubai Marina is a famous yacht community that is reachable by speedboat. It has a large yacht club along the yacht marina, a promenade with shops and restaurants, a shopping mall, residential housing, and hotel complexes. Public transport is well developed - there is a metro station and several ferry piers;
• Palm Jumeirah is a well-known seaside complex in the shape of a palm tree, with residential and hotel complexes, shopping malls, a large luminous fountain, an aquarium, a diving center, a water park, and other facilities.

Beaches

The archipelago was designed to have the clearest beaches, away from the hustle and bustle of the metropolis. Each island has several white-sand shores, easy access to the sea, and good infrastructure for recreation. Some communities also include beach clubs that host events and parties. The coasts are not overcrowded thereby allowing for the practicing of water sports.

You can also visit the Trident Tower and Splashers Cove Adventure water parks located on Palm Jumeirah. They offer various water slides and attractions for children and adults. On the mainland are Jungle Bay, AquaFun, Wild Wadi, Leisure water parks, and others.