Additional 1,000 square metre of retail space available for lease
Abu Dhabi, 30th December 2008: Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC, a joint venture between Al Jaber Group and Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC), announced today that the second phase of the Souk at Qaryat Al Beri is now open and available for lease.
"We are pleased that Phase 2 of this new shopping development was completed on time for the holiday season. This adds a significant 1,000 square metre of retail space, which is now available for lease," said Fatima Al Jaber, General Manager of Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC.
"We received a remarkable number of interests from several international names to bring their brands to the Abu Dhabi market. We are currently holding talks with them and we hope to have them on-board early next year," she added.
32 outlets are currently in operation and include popular brands such as Meat Co, Eight, Noodle House, Starbucks, Baskin Robins, Shangri-La Patisserie, Le Paradis de Fruit, Abdelwahab, Bateel, Damas, Pure Gold, La Marquise, Diamond Direct, Veneto, Adam and Eve, My Fair Lady, Al Makaweer, First Choice, La Perla, Obagi, Yateem, La Moda, Toshkana, Heritage Touch, Gallery One, Rawaj Al Oud, Nails and Souk b Souk.
Located between Maqtaa and Musaffah bridges in Abu Dhabi, the Souk is the latest among a string of projects being developed in the Qaryat Al Beri area, adjacent to the Shangri-La Hotel, Abu Dhabi. Qaryat Al Beri is one of the most distinguished waterfront projects in Abu Dhabi.
Built on two levels, the Souk is an interesting fusion of Arabian architecture with a Venetian theme. Water canals meander through the Souk and nearby properties with abras ferrying hotel guests from the Shangri-La to various locations.
Spread over a total floor area of 6,222 square metres comprising retail and F&B outlets, the Souk consists of several restaurants and coffee shops with alfresco dining terraces that overlook the waters and accord a view of the picturesque landscape. Well-known restaurants also serve international cuisine including Italian, Japanese, Arabic and Indian varieties.
"Since the opening of the Souk in October we've seen a good number of shoppers, particularly during the long Eid holidays. The Souk is proving to be a very popular destination for everyone in Abu Dhabi," noted Al Jaber.
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About the Souk at Qaryat Al Beri:
The Souk is a project by Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC. The Souk is built on two levels and has a total floor area of 6,222 sqm comprising 2,829 sqm for retail and 3,393 sqm for food and beverage. Featuring Arabian architecture, the Souk will cater to tourists staying within the Shangri-La resort as well as those at other properties in the UAE, and residents of the UAE.
About Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC
Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC is a joint venture between Al Jaber Group and the Tourism Development and Investment Company (TDIC). It is responsible for the Qaryat Al Beri developments such as the Souk and Shangri-La Hotel. In addition, the company is also developing luxury villas, executive apartments and spa facilities.
Qaryat Al Beri is located between Maqta and Musaffah bridges and boasts of a kilometre-long waterfront area for future hospitality developments.
For more information please contact:
Muhannad Saleh
Qaryat Al Beri Resort Development Company LLC
Tel: +971 2 5554300
Fax: +971 2 5553370
E-mail: muhannad.saleh@aje.ae
Ammar Al Thuwaini/ Olivia Olarte
Asdaa-Burson Marsteller
Tel: +971 2 6334133
Fax:+971 2 6334137
E-mail: a.thuwaini@asdaa.com, o.olarte@asdaa.com
© Press Release 2008
