The Avenues – Bahrain’s Mall of the Year
A waterfront shopping centre located along the glistening turquoise sea overlooking Manama’s breathtaking Bahrain’s Mall of the Year Bay, The Avenues is a shoppers paradise offering leisure to luxury. Having opened in 2017, it is one of the top malls in Bahrain to visit with 130 stores and restaurants.
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc across the retail sector, many mall owners are being warned that they must evolve or face being displaced by e-commerce. According to Stephen Flanagan, partner, head of valuations and advisory at Knight Frank Middle East, traditional malls that fail to adapt will be exposed to declining occupancies and softening rents.
He adds that malls that can embrace Gen Z-focused fashion concepts, dining and food & beverage options and leisure experiences will be well-positioned to thrive. The Avenues – Bahrain is an excellent example of a mall that has successfully evolved in the last few years with its souq-style streetscape and waterfront promenade and has become a favourite for families living in and visiting the Kingdom.
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Spanning 158,000 square meters and home to more than 340 exclusive brands including 60 dining outlets, the world-class mall attracts more than 14 million visitors annually. Featuring the latest in lifestyle and international brands, it also showcases the highest level of customer service with a variety of exciting experiences that offer an authentic taste of the Kingdom. This includes escape rooms, virtual reality gaming and bowling to name a few.