The World Islands: Dubai’s Ambitious Archipelago Stages a Comeback

In 2003, Dubai unveiled one of the most audacious real estate projects in history: The World Islands, a man-made archipelago designed as a map of the globe. For years, the project languished—dubbed a “failed megaproject” after the 2008 financial crisis. But today, The World Islands are making a surprising return, with new luxury developments breathing life into […]