The Therme Group is forging ahead with ambitious global wellness and spa expansion plans. The company recently unveiled a futuristic AED2 billion (US$545 million) flagship sky spa in the Middle East. The destination will be called Therme Dubai β Islands in the Sky.
Dubai’s Islands in The Sky
According to Therme, “Part of the Quality of Life Strategy 2033, Therme Dubai β Islands in the Sky brings together Dubaiβs ambition to advance its landscape and become an urban oasis with Therme Groupβs leadership in wellbeing-driven infrastructure.”
βDubai is a city that understands the future must be built with wellbeing at its core. This partnership brings together two forces driving that future: Dubaiβs bold vision for urban planning and Therme Groupβs commitment to redefining urban wellbeing through innovation. Together, we are creating more than a destination.β
Commenting on the announcement, Dr. Robert Hanna, Founder and CEO of the Therme Group said, Β “We are shaping how cities can integrate nature, water, and culture to elevate quality of life at scale. Therme Dubai β Islands in the Sky will stand as a global model for whatβs possible when ambition and expertise align.β
Dubai has a reputation for attention grabbing design and innovation in architecture. This project will certainly set the bar in terms of wellness destinations globally.
Dubai is a leading global destination
In a news broadcast, CNN reported that “Dubai is famous for its attention-grabbing architecture, whether itβs the worldβs tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, or the actual βWorldβ β an archipelago of 300 man-made islands in the shape of, as its name suggests, the world.”
The new project by Therme Group, a global developer of wellbeing resorts, promises to transform the skyline of the United Arab Emiratesβ biggest city even further.”
Featuring botanical gardens suspended in air
Rising to a height of 100 meters (328 feet), βTherme Dubai β Islands in the Skyβ will feature among other innovations, a botanical gardens suspended from the air. Visitors will also find cascading pools filled with restorative thermal and mineral waters, as well as spaces for cultural and social events.
Designed by renowned architects Diller Scofidio + Renfro, Therme Dubai will be located in Zabeel Park, beside the Royal Palace in the heart of Dubai.
The landmark will span 500,000sq ft with a 100m-tall structure. It has been designed to welcome 1.7 million visitors annually.
Enhancing human wellbeing and connection in the sky
Islands in the Sky is being developed in collaboration with Dubai Municipality and was approved by the crown prince of Dubai. his highness sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Irina Matei, Chief Executive Officer Therme Dubai told media, “The Dubai 2040 Urban Plan and Therme Groupβs mission are deeply aligned. We both believe cities must evolve to enhance human wellbeing, connection, and environmental harmony. This collaboration is more than a developmentβitβs a new way of thinking about cities and their role in shaping a healthier future for all.”
Construction is set to start in 2026 and the destination is set to open in the UAE in 2028.
Photo credit: Therme Group
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