Nakheel delegation to visit USA

Leading Nakheel on this visit to Los Angeles will be Nakheel's CEO, Chris O'Donnell, and Nakheel's Director of Sales, Marketing and Customer Service, Manal Shaheen, who will be accompanied by a team of company professionals.

The delegation will continue to pursue the company's strategy of highlighting Nakheel's expertise and projects to the US market which have already caught the world's attention with their unique architectural design and innovative concepts.

The delegation will also introduce various new investment opportunities in Dubai, including the recently launched Trump International Hotel & Tower on Palm Jumeirah.

Speaking of the upcoming trip, Manal Shaheen said:

"This visit is significant in many ways. Firstly, it highlights Dubai's incredible growth to American investors and encourages them to recognise and understand the significance of the emirate's current economic vibrancy. This is particularly so within the real estate market, where Dubai has experienced the most impressive growth in the region during the first decade of this century. Secondly, this visit presents us with an excellent opportunity to promote Nakheel projects, allowing investors to examine our ventures up close and become familiar with both our company and our projects."

Ms Shaheen added:

"During our visit we will focus on explaining the strengths of investing in Dubai and how, by implementing solid legislation, providing an attractive investment environment, and offering a superior architectural experience, Nakheel has successfully managed to attract large international investors."

Nakheel already has a major presence in North America and has signed several important agreements with some of the continents leading brands and corporations.

Nakheel has partnered with The Trump Organization to develop the New York businessman's first project in the Middle East - Trump International Hotel & Tower.

It is also developing the first Worlds of Discovery theme parks outside of the US, with SeaWorld, Aquatica, Busch Gardens and Discovery Cove set to provide major attractions on Palm Jebel Ali by 2012.

In addition, Nakheel recently invested 20% in Cirque du Soleil, the world's leading live entertainment company, together with Dubai World sister company Istithmar World.

Nakheel's hotel division, Nakheel Hotels, is also following a dual strategy of investing in key gateway cities around the world alongside up-and-coming destinations which offer huge growth potential.

Major investments have already been made in North America, including a $375m investment in the world-renowned Fontainebleau Miami Beach resort which has enhanced an existing portfolio of hotels in key North American locations, including New York, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and Los Cabos.