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Mina Al Arab is expected to become one of the elite resort destinations in the region with its 3 sq KM. mixed use leisure and holiday beach resort situated along the Arabian Gulf in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah.
Mohammed Sultan Al Qadi, Managing Director, RAK Properties, said “Mina Al Arab is one of RAK Properties’ premier projects in the region, aiming at developing the emirate of RAK into a primary touristic destination. RAK Properties is committed to provide high quality developments catering for the region’s demand that goes in parallel with the boom in the real estate sector the region is witnessing.”
Port of Arabia Development Project
RAK Properties has unveiled a development project, Mina Al Arab, worth $2.7bn, that will occupy a total area of 30m sqft spread over a beach front strip and a group of islands in Ras Al Khaimah. A number of themed resort hotels and two eco-hotels will be featured, in addition to a cluster of 3,500 residential units. The project will also offer 388 residential villas in various architectural styles.
The Port Arabia Project is another major leisure development, set on a virgin 13 km long coastal strip. It will boast numerous resort hotels, an Arabian Adventures Theme Park, a Thalasso Therapy centre, a marina and an eco friendly hotel in the middle of a nature conservation area where it will be possible to watch many of nature's wonders like turtles, dolphins, and flamingoes on nature trails. A heritage village will be set very close to the project area.
The highlights:
Six distinct districts, each with their own character and inviting atmosphere – this defines the unique master plan of Mina Al Arab. Designed to offer an array of inviting activities and surroundings, the districts are carefully crafted around the kind of experience residents and visitors wish to have at the destination, from resort hotels on the Arabian gulf, beautiful homes, to the expansive beauty of ecological preserves, wetlands and beaches.
The villas, town homes and apartments at Mina Al Arab are available in an array of styles, sizes and locations, with all offering scenic views of the water, whether it’s the sea or natural lagoons. Apartments are located in lively waterfront neighbourhoods of shops, restaurants and cafés, while the themed communities of villas and town homes offer easy access to private beaches, tennis courts, swimming pools and recreational facilities. Whether it becomes your primary residence, weekend getaway or vacation retreat, your home at Mina Al Arab will make every day a vacation.
Mina Al Arab is home to an exciting array of themed resorts, all tailored to offer a variety of vacation experiences. Comprised of different themes, such as Arabic, South Pacific, Moorish and Venetian, the low rise sea front resorts are designed for stunning views over pristine white sand beaches, and offer an array of restaurants, cafés and entertainment for both hotel guests & residents of the community. For those wishing to reside close to nature, 2 eco-resorts, one devoted to the wetlands and the other to the coastal dune environment are available.
This exciting project proposes the creation of integrated and diverse communities offering luxury residential and international standard tourism developments, coupled with world class retail entertainment and waterside dining facilities.
A number of themed resort hotels and two eco-hotels will also be featured along the beautiful natural beaches of the islands that will provide an estimated 3,500 sumptuous rooms for tourists and visitors of the emirate, in addition to a cluster of 3,500 residential units, mainly bora bora hotel units and standard apartments to cater for the regional & international visitors.
Mohammed Sultan Al Qadi, Managing Director, RAK Properties, commented: 'We would like to convey our profound gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, for his forethought and leadership, without which we wouldn't be able to make this dream come true. Mina Al Arab is a perfect embodiment of RAK Properties' motto of 'Living Closer to Nature', and we are pleased to introduce this project to the people of the UAE in general and RAK in particular and the world.'
Mina Al Arab is situated in a unique natural setting incorporating unspoiled beaches, a vibrant inner harbour, tranquil lagoons and a pristine ecological wetland reserve. A diverse and vital environment will be created through human scaled development, secure and comfortable urban settings and a water based lifestyle, offering visitors and residents a distinctive range of residential and recreational choices unavailable elsewhere in the region.
The project will offer a range of 388 residential villas that resemble various architectural styles such as the Arabic, Spanish, Venetian and Mediterranean all facing a natural lagoon and surrounded by cascades. Alongside the villas, a Harbour will be established as the heart of Mina Al Arab, which is set to become the downtown of the community with a thriving pedestrian, social environment meeting a traditional Arabian Souk selling everything from basic goods to luxury items.
Furthermore, an oasis walk - a lushly landscaped corridor that serves as a pedestrian and bicycle pathway and acts as a link between islands will be accessible along with an eco zone, occurring as natural coastal wetlands and home to a variety of fascinating marine life, thus preserving and showcasing the beauty of nature in ecological preserves.
Mina Al Arab is made complete by a host of amenities which complement the community and make it the ideal home, or the perfect retreat. These amenities include 310 hectares of open spaces, ecological preserves & landscaping, traditional 'abra' water taxis, parks, medical facilities, mosque, cafes & restaurants, and recreational facilities such as gym, tennis courts, spas and sporting activities.
'We at RAK Properties aspire to build and establish our status as a sound and leading real estate developer in the country and the region. This unique setting and inspiring destination will place Mina Al Arab and Ras Al Khaimah on the international stage', concluded Al Qadi.
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