Is DUBAI MARINA Still Worth The Hype?

[@MarwanA79]

You have no idea how this video came on the right time for me. thank you!

[@labeebabdullatheef5115]

Trueee, even for me

[@MalinandJakob]

We are so glad that they are useful for you! Let us know if you have any additional questions that we can help you with 😊

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much for telling us 😊

[@adamsieczkowski2143]

We're visiting Dubai for workation in March. Your videos are very nice to watch as a preparation for our stay - hope to watch some other once till that time! ;)

[@MalinandJakob]

That's exciting, you will love it! 😀 Thank you so much, there is a lot more to come!!

[@alexhastings8101]

You guys are awesome. Keep up the good work.

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much, really appreciate it! 😊

[@aliciap6473]

Totally agree with you regarding the Marina. Would love to hear your views on Creek Harbour area

[@MalinandJakob]

We did a video about Creek Harbour for a couple of months ago, but the plan is to do a new one in the next couple of weeks to see the updates in the area! 😊

[@manfredma2n191]

Hi Malin and Jakob, Thank you for this very informative and well-structured video about Dubai Marina! Your content is always enjoyable to watch, and your realistic approach to showcasing the pros and cons is greatly appreciated. That said, as an interested viewer with some knowledge of Dubai, I’d like to share a few observations regarding some of your arguments, particularly where the credibility or depth could be enhanced. - High Prices and Investment You mentioned that even older or renovation-needing apartments are very expensive, which limits profitability opportunities. While this is true for top-tier properties, there are still interesting options, especially in newer developments or adjacent neighborhoods like JLT. A comparative analysis of prices in these areas could provide a more nuanced perspective. - Lack of Architectural Cohesion Your point about the lack of architectural unity in the Marina is valid, especially for older buildings. However, many recent developments (like those by EMAAR or Ellington) are adding better visual cohesion and improving the area’s appeal. Highlighting this evolution might balance the critique. - Traffic Challenges You are absolutely right to mention the frequent traffic jams in the Marina, particularly near JBR. However, access via metro and tram is a significant advantage that could have been emphasized a bit more. This could help viewers understand that there are practical solutions to this issue. - Future Attractiveness of Creek Harbor Your comparison with Creek Harbor is intriguing, but it might be premature to suggest this area could "replace" the Marina. The immediate beach access, unique atmosphere, and central location of the Marina remain strong advantages. This could warrant a deeper reflection in your analysis. Overall, your video is an excellent resource for anyone considering living or investing in Dubai. Your advice about thoroughly checking building quality and choosing the right location is especially valuable. Thank you for producing such high-quality content and for your honesty in your reviews. Looking forward to your next videos, and wishing you continued success in your Dubai adventure! 😊

[@MalinandJakob]

We are loving the comprehensive feedback 🙏 Thank you for providing your thoughts. They are definitely valid and we will consider going a bit more in-depth for future videos. Keep hitting us with your feedback, we are constantly looking to improve 😊

[@alivarfan1009]

Great video as always, I plan to move to Dubai next year and these videos are very helpful thanks. Can you also make a video about the Springs?

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much! That's exciting, let us know if we can help you with anything. We have added to our list of future videos! 😊

[@АлександрШохнин-о9н]

Thanks for your videos guys. Could you do a review of JLT? I have an apartment being built there in Seven City. It would be great to see how the construction is going.

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much 😊 Congrats on your purchase. We released a video about JLT for a couple of months ago but we can do an new video to check the updates 🙂

[@KaransinghKin]

Hi, thanks for sharing your valuable insights. It would be a great help if you can provide some insights or advice on dubai canal front properties like jumeirah canal front ,mjl and habtoor City.

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you for your kind words. That's great tips, we will add it to our list of areas to check out! 😊

[@KaransinghKin]

@MalinandJakob thanks your videos are quite detailed, and they convey the factual information.

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much! Let us know if you have any other suggestions! 😊

[@Dav-xh7pu]

Very good videos. Any towers to recommend, to avoid?

[@MalinandJakob]

Thanks a million! Depends on your budget 😊 Marina Gate and Cayan Tower are really cool but expensive. As for towers avoid, we would recommend really doing your due diligence on the older towers as many of them have continuous issues that needs to be renovated. Some of them also have really small windows.

[@Dav-xh7pu]

@@MalinandJakob thank you !

[@issamkhr]

Hi guys, thank you for your sharing this informative video about this beautiful area just one question please, is there a church in this area or not?thank you again you did a great job as usual,Godspeed.👍

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you again for your kinds words! 😊 We tried to check and it seems like there is not a church in Dubai Marina, but there a few that is not that far away!

[@issamkhr]

@@MalinandJakob Thank you guys a lot for your help,waiting for a new video,Godspeed.

[@MalinandJakob]

No problem, happy to help! A new video is coming on Friday as always 😊

[@hundegaga]

living in the address in jbr is nice

[@MalinandJakob]

For sure if you can afford it and you get the view towards the beach and not the other side 😊

[@landoincu5321]

The only place that could take over marina over time is jabel ali marina but it will take time like maybe 40/50 years.. meanwhile marina will remain the place to be in Dubai because is the most urbanized one and also has all the things required for a place to be loved and enjoyed by normal people

[@MalinandJakob]

Marina Jebel Ali has not been mad official yet from our understanding but you can clearly see on Google maps that something is being constructed 😊 As you say, it will take a long time before it will be created. Creek Harbour and Rashid Yachts and Marina are possible other locations that we believe can act as a substitute for Marina. Keep an eye out for next weeks vid on Rashid

[@landoincu5321]

@ it may be but i really dont see marina to lose its appeal anytime soon because i mean is not just the marina itself but rather the fact that it has JBR, blue waters jlt and the palm close by with both tram and metro available with many roads connecting to anywhere easily with many many things going on so basically it is the most urbanized area of the city and this competitive advantage will stay for long.. creek harbour is isolated same as the rashid marina both of course are nice places but not exciting as marina is

[@MalinandJakob]

@@landoincu5321 agree. You should visit Marina and JBR if you travel to Dubai. Time will tell how CH and RYM will be

[@bulentkayabunar]

[@MalinandJakob]

😊😊😊

[@manni192]

Hows the flat in Al Furjan, did you get a tenant?

[@MalinandJakob]

We decided to sell it because we bought a new apartment 🙂 but a lot of people were interested to rent it.

[@manni192]

@MalinandJakob congratulations guys 🎉 Will you make a video about the new apartment? Is that for investment also or for living?

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much! We will definitely do another video about that. Stay tune and you will get all the information and the plan with it! 😊

[@Haettiwari1]

Marina and JBR were cool 10 years ago but today they became crappy and congested. A concrete jungle with little green. Downtown or Dubai Creek Harbor with its waterfront and green community are definitiv the better pics nowadays.

[@MalinandJakob]

We agree, we really like how they planned and created Creek Harbour. Downtown is also very nice and it's because EMAAR is the master developer for both of these areas.

[@Anoy-c5x]

No to many tourist and traffic. Good for investment area but not for living.

[@MalinandJakob]

We agree, we normally stay there for a short-term during the summer but not for the long-term.

[@Anoy-c5x]

@MalinandJakob be great if you could do a video on the new Ketura reserve development as its something we are looking at when we move back to Dubai. Great content

[@MalinandJakob]

Thank you so much. That's exciting, we have added it to our list! 😊

[@landoincu5321]

If you work close by is a wonderful place to live..of course if u need to drive to get wherever u have to it may be annoying but still anywhere in Dubai u ll have issues with traffic

[@MalinandJakob]

@@landoincu5321 100% you’ll need to take traffic in account and at what time you are travelling where. Lucky for us, we work fully remote so we have the luxury of mostly avoiding big traffic issues