UAE-based property developer Meraas has opened the doors to Bluewaters, the latest island destination located across Jumeirah Beach Residences and a 20-minute drive from City Walk and also home to Ain Dubai, the world’s largest observation wheel.

Apart from the spectacular Ain Dubai, the development provides comprehensive residential, retail and hospitality options, making Bluewaters a leading tourist destination, as well as a preferred place to live, work and play.

Since Ain Dubai first made its appearance off the coast of Dubai Marina, it has captured the imagination of the city. At 250 m, it is taller than the 167-m High Roller in Las Vegas and the 190-m New York Wheel planned for Staten Island. Ain Dubai will carry up to 1,400 passengers at a time in its 48 double-glazed capsules, offering 360-degree views of Dubai.

The development also boasts Bluewaters Residences, which comprises 10 elegant mid-rise towers featuring 698 apartments, four penthouses and 17 townhouses, set over a podium that offers stunning views of the sea or Ain Dubai. With the initial wave of handovers set for this month, the island should welcome its first residents by Q1 of 2019.

Bluewaters features several courtyards, intimate pedestrian spaces and scenic walkways that boast a green and lush landscape. Central and Sunset Avenues gently separate the three zones, while North and South Walks allow pedestrians to stand at the water’s edge and gaze out at the sea, or the city beyond.

The Wharf, Bluewaters’ lifestyle retail area set against the backdrop of Ain Dubai, will have 132 retail and dining outlets dotted across the boulevard in low-rise structures.