Dubai’s $5 Billion Moon-Shaped Resort Aims to Redefine Global Tourism by 2027
Dubai is no stranger to ambitious architecture, but its next venture is quite literally out of this world. Moon World Resorts Inc. has announced a $5 billion plan to build a colossal, moon-shaped resort in the heart of the city, targeting a 2027 opening date. The 735-foot-high structure will not only dominate the skyline but is set to transform the concept of luxury travel and space-themed entertainment on Earth.
The Canadian-based company behind the project, co-founded by Michael R. Henderson and Sandra G. Matthews, has designed the resort to mimic the experience of lunar exploration.
With a 622-meter-wide dome, the structure will house a full-scale replica of the moon’s surface, complete with a walking simulation that offers guests a taste of space travel—for just $500.
Inside the futuristic structure, visitors will find an immersive world of high-end restaurants, wellness spas, sky villas, and even a convention center, all wrapped in the sleek curves of the moon’s design.
The standout feature remains the lunar surface itself, which will offer a low-gravity simulation, aiming to bring outer space a little closer to home.
Michael R. Henderson views the moon not just as inspiration, but as a universal “brand” that symbolizes ambition and imagination. “This is about giving people around the globe a real taste of space,” Henderson said. “You don’t have to board a rocket to feel what it’s like to walk on the moon.” (CNN)
While Dubai will be the first launch site, Moon World Resorts has plans for expansion in other major markets including North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
The company believes its concept will deliver an affordable alternative to actual space tourism, with wider accessibility and far fewer risks.
As Dubai continues to push the boundaries of innovation and design, this moon-inspired megaproject adds another bold chapter to its growing list of futuristic developments.
The Moon Resort is not just a hotel—it’s a statement that space-themed travel experiences are no longer limited to astronauts and billionaires.
