The Pearl Island gets ready to welcome World Cup

 

The Pearl Island, with its stunning and serene scenery and lively and vibrant shopping and dining areas, houses more than 360 operational retailers of world-class quality that include shops, restaurants, cafes, entertainment outlets and various other services.All construction works are progressing in full swing and as planned; many projects have already been completed, while others are on the verge of the official inauguration, keeping in line with all visions and promises made to World Cup visitors, fans, and residents in "becoming an ultimate fan destination for the World Cup and other aspirations", a press statement notes.The iconic Corinthia Yacht Club in Porto Arabia will soon join the list of officially inaugurated landmarks, with the announcement of its opening to yachting enthusiasts, yacht owners, and Asian cuisine foodies with the opening of the famous Kai’s Songbird Restaurant from London.The official opening of Gewan Golf Club on Gewan Island will provide state-of-the-art spacious golfing facilities in an innovative entertainment experience for golfing enthusiasts.The Pearl Island has once again transformed itself to accommodate all different tastes and whims through these projects and countless entertainment programmes that are scheduled for a full month (covering the World Cup) all over the island.Qanat Quartier will be adorned with the Qarnevale Quartier event, an international masquerade-style festival under the supervision of Festi Group, the organiser of the famous Venice Carnival, which will create an enchanting atmosphere that will increase the precinct’s splendor and captivating beauty.The Pearl Photo WalkAs for Medina Centrale, Medinafest’s epic parades will fill the streets with world-class entertainment in all forms, including mobile car shows that will be presented by a selection of artists, musicians, and acrobats from around the world.Catering to different tastes and bringing them together at the same time, Porto Arabia will have two festive events on opposite sides of the beautiful marina boardwalk, the first with an Arabian flavour and character “Arabia Experience”, where a group of handicrafts and traditional goods from Qatar's heritage will be displayed, as well as enjoyable cultural activities.The “Porto Beat” event is a modern, vibrant, and musical aesthetic during which lights, glowing structures, and live DJ performances create a captivating atmosphere.A newly completed landmark that has already attracted many visitors in Porto Arabia is the newly-inaugurated Pearl Fountain.Other amazing projects are getting their finishing touches, such as Duck Lake, Beach Centrale, and The Pearl Photo Walk.The family-friendly Beach Centrale, which is located in the middle of The Pearl Island, has a main pool for adults connected to an artificial sandy beach, and another swimming pool and waterpark for kids, in addition to kiosks selling food and drinks, as well as showers and changing rooms.Adjacent to this beach, the new Duck Lake features a large duck pond where the whole family can enjoy feeding the ducks and riding pedal boats, in addition to delighting in vast green areas, and two cycling and walking trails, as well as a 15m water fountain.As more and more recreational spots and attractions are being made ready for visitors to enjoy during their visit to The Pearl Island, the Duck Lake and Beach Centrale facilities are expected to be the new family favourite hotspots.To facilitate movement between all the different landmarks, projects and events, the UDC has made available to residents and visitors alike a new and essential “Pearl Bus” service, which is completely free of charge, a hop-on hop-off system that improves convenience for everyone on the island.In addition to this, a new smart app has been developed that includes all the services, information, and details that a resident or tourist may need at their fingertips.