DUBAI – A STAR IS BORN

April 24, 2009
By Terry Youens

A STAR IS BORN

The Arabian Gulf or al-khaleej al-Arabi as it is known in Arabic, lies between the Arabian peninsular and the continent of Asia.  Countries to the south-west of the Arabian Gulf have seen phenomenal development in recent years and have become a popular playground for the leisure visitor attracted by some of the world’s finest hotels, spectacular facilities, dramatic scenery, fabulous climate and a warm welcome.

Atlantis The Palm Golf Course

Golf Course

Dubai is the second largest of the seven autonomous states which make up the United Arab Emirates and a premium leisure destination in the Middle EastDubai basks in a dry subtropical climate on the southern shore of the Arabian Gulf, where long white sand beaches are lapped by the azure seas of the Gulf.  Soaring resort hotels have become world icons offering some of the highest standards you’ll find anywhere, complementing state-of-the-art facilities including stylish shopping malls, world-class golf and even a massive ski slope making Dubai the only place you can ski on water, sand and snow in the same day!  But the old Dubai is never far away – exotic souks, irresistible bargains and superb desert and mountain scenery.

The new Atlantis is born!  Its momentous silhouette forms the gateway to The Palm – the beginning of a journey to Dubai. Clearly a magnificent oceanic tribute to a mythological age set with a vast waterscape, Atlantis is a place of sunken aquatic chambers, submerged ruins, and exhilarating water rides.  Where shark experiences thrill and dolphin encounters leave lifelong impressions.

Set on 46 hectares, the resort’s lavish style accommodation located in The Royal Tower (28-stories) contains 1,539 keys to tempt the luxury traveller with their spacious Deluxe and Atlantis rooms and majestic Suite collection – all with unprecedented views over the Arabian Gulf or The Palm.  The Imperial Club floor raises guests’ expectations further providing ‘a resort within a resort’ concept.

It only gets better!  The myth of Atlantis is reinvented in The Lost Chambers, a glorious maze of underground passageways and tunnels offering uninterrupted underwater scenery featuring 18 different marine exhibits, a variety of 65,000 marine animals and awe-inspiring views into the Ambassador Lagoon.

Atlantis The Palm Lost Chambers Suites

Atlantis The Palm Lost Chambers Suites

The Avenue:

Once beyond The Lost Chambers, guests will be able to meander around The Avenue, 7,500-square metres of retail and entertainment, where a host of speciality restaurants, luxury boutiques, world-class shopping facilities and Sanctuary, an exciting nightclub, await.  With over two-dozen outlets it will be a shopper’s paradise featuring some of the greatest to the most edgy and creative designers.

Family Adventure:

Atlantis The Palm Family Adventure

Atlantis The Palm Family Adventure

Bring out the child in you!  Heaven for families and for those seeking adventure in Aquaventure; a ‘playground’ of water thrills and swimming pools, extensive river ride action with cascades, tidal waves and rapids.  Did we mention the ‘Ziggurat’ – with over 10 water slides including ‘The Leap of Faith’, a 27.5m vertical drop through a tunnel into a shark-filled lagoon!  The marvellous Dolphin Bay, will allow guests to interact with the animals and learn and take part in the dolphin encounter programme.  An Atlantis Kids Camp and Club Rush will allow for some ‘R&R’ for the parents while they themselves take in the full experience of the Atlantis Spa – be sure to be spoilt here!

5-Star Dining Experience:

Atlantis clearly adds a new dimension to entertainment – by day enjoy the amusements and by night the resort promotes some of the most exciting dining experiences with 4 celebrity chefs with mouth-watering choices from Nobu, Brasserie Rostang, Giorgio Locatelli, and Ossiano – and much more!

Celebrate the birth of a new icon – a star is born! For those looking for a totally luxurious and diverse experience Atlantis is ideal where fantasy becomes a reality!

Atlantis The Palm Aerial View

Atlantis The Palm Aerial View

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