The new Wilderness Mara property is being developed on the site of the former Little Governors’ Camp, a location steeped in safari heritage.
The development will accommodate more than 2,500 homes and over 2,000 hotel rooms across three villages, designed to host up to 10,000 residents and 30,000 visitors during peak events.
Among the highlights is the introduction of the first beach club within the Burj Khalifa District, a unique addition that enhances the district’s appeal as a vibrant waterfront community.
Hotel Indigo London Clerkenwell’s design thoughtfully reflects the neighborhood’s heritage, drawing inspiration from local architecture, craftsmanship, and artistic influences.
The deadline for full completion has been extended from 2026 to 2028, reflecting the scale and complexity of the work as well as unforeseen logistical challenges.
The 168-room property is designed to balance modern sophistication with traditional Thai-Chinese artistic elements, incorporating local craftsmanship and heritage motifs into its architectural and interior design.
The project marks Royal Development Holding’s debut in the luxury real estate sector, reflecting the group’s ambition to create distinctive, lifestyle-focused communities that combine innovative design with sophisticated comfort.
Owned and developed by Hotel Ibis Limited under the leadership of Managing Director Alhajj Jashim Uddin Ahammed, the hotel features 143 contemporary rooms across eleven floors, including sea-facing Panorama Suites and a luxurious Presidential Suite with dedicated butler service.
The sale of its remaining interest in Insomnia Cookies allows Krispy Kreme to reduce its leverage and strengthen its balance sheet, providing greater flexibility to invest in new stores, digital innovation, and international franchise partnerships.
The planned openings for 2025 will span major cities, including Birmingham, Leeds, Bristol, Manchester, Liverpool, London, and Scotland, and will feature a variety of formats such as eat-in restaurants, drive-thrus, and delivery kitchens.