$1.5 billion water themed attraction from Kerzner International signals major tourism coup for Region.Atlantis, The Palm This article contains information about a building currently under construction. It may contain information of a speculative nature, and the content may change dramatically as construction progresses and new information becomes available. will open this September as the flagship resort on The Palm Jumeirah The Palm Jumeirah is an artificial island created using land reclamation by Nakheel, a company owned by the Dubai government. - the first resort to open its doors on Dubai's revolutionary island. Created by Kerzner International Holdings Limited, a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, the stunning new 1,539-room resort began accepting reservations February 1, 2008. Already attracting interest from around the world, Atlantis anticipates Middle East residents will account for 30% of all visitors. With its enviable location atop the crescent of The Palm Jumeirah, the opening of Atlantis, The Palm will be a landmark event, redefining tourism in Dubai Tourism in Dubai is an important part of the Dubai government's strategy to maintain the flow of foreign dollars into the emirate. Dubai's lure for tourists is based mainly on shopping, but also on its possession of other ancient and modern attractions. and the Middle East as the first truly integrated entertainment resort. Reflecting Executive Chairman Sol Kerzner's vision to transport guests into a dazzling, imaginative world, the resort will encompass a 460,000 m[sup.2] site with 170,000m[sup.2] of water themed amusement at AQUAVENTURE, extensive fresh and salt-water pools and lagoon exhibits, an open-aired marine habitat second only to Mother Nature, a seemingly endless stretch of beach, luxury boutiques, numerous dining choices including four celebrity chef In its strictest sense, a celebrity chef is a someone who has become well-known for his/her cooking. The first historical personality that fits this description is Martino da Como but in practical terms the term grew in popularity during the 1990s. restaurants, an exciting nightclub, a Spa and Fitness Club, and 5,600m[sup.2] of meeting and function space. "This is an exciting time for the Middle East and for Kerzner International. With the introduction of a new world icon in The Palm Jumeirah and our position as the flagship resort of this icon, Atlantis, The Palm is situated as the new gateway to this incredible region. Out of a vision that married the wonders of marine life with stunning elegance and sweeping views of the Arabian Gulf Arabian Gulf: see Persian Gulf. alongside the most exciting water playground in this part of the world, we have developed an experience within Atlantis that is truly different than the existing pleasures of Dubai. We're very proud of the final product and cannot wait to share it in September when we open our doors," shared Sol Kerzner Solomon (Sol) Kerzner (born 23 August 1935) is a South African hotel and gambling magnate. Kerzner was born in Troyeville, Johannesburg, the youngest of four children to Jewish Russian immigrants. , Executive Chairman, Kerzner International. WATER EXPERIENCESWater adventures, salt and fresh water attractions and an open-air marine habitat are the focal point focal point n. See focus. of Atlantis, The Palm for both guests and visitors: AQUAVENTURE - a water playground of over 18 million litres of water, consisting of extraordinary rides with cascades, tidal waves and rapids, and the Mesopotamian-styled Ziggurat ziggurat (zĭg`  răt), form of temple common to the Sumerians, Babylonians and Assyrians. The earliest examples date from the end of the 3d millenium B.C. temple reaching over 30 metres into the sky
and featuring seven heart-pumping water slides - two of which catapult
riders through shark-filled lagoons; The Ambassador Lagoon -
an 11 million litre LITRE. A French measure of capacity. It is of the size of a decimetre, or one-tenth part of a cubic metre. It is equal to 61.028 cubic inches. Vide Measure. marine habitat and underwater exhibit home to
several hundred species of marine life, with a viewing panel looking
right into the mystical ruins of Atlantis; The Lost Chambers
- bringing the myth of Atlantis to life through a maze of underground
tunnels offering underwater views into the boulevards of the ruins of
Atlantis; and, Dolphin Bay - a 4.5 hectare state-of-the-art
dolphin education and conservation centre allowing guests the
opportunity to meet and interact with one of the world's most
charismatic animals in an unparalleled facility.
In a tribute to the surrounding sea, designers and artists from around the world are creating the ultimate resort destination with a stunning array of sculptures, artwork, hand-painted murals, exquisite fountains and waterfalls and innovative design by some of the world's most renowned designers including David Rockwell David Rockwell is an American architect and the CEO and founder of Rockwell Group. He is responsible for numerous architectural and design projects, including many notable restaurants, such as several in the Nobu group. , Adam Tihany Adam Tihany is an American interior designer and interior architect. He was named one of the greatest American interior architects by The New York Times in 2001 . He has been commissioned to design the Mandarin Hotel in Las Vegas, the Shangri-la Hotel in Singapore and other hotel , Jeffrey Beers and Wilson and Associates. THE ROYAL TOWERS ACCOMMODATIONEach of the 1,539 guestrooms and suites in the Royal Towers will feature private balconies and views over the Arabian Gulf or The Palm Jumeirah. With rates starting at $454 per night, guests may choose from a variety of accommodation including the indulgent: Imperial Club - a 'resort within a resort' with over 150 rooms and suites, exclusive services and private club lounge;  Bridge Suite - spanning the Royal Towers, a private lift takes guests 22 storeys above Atlantis for heart-stopping views of The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai and The Arabian Gulf; Lost Chambers Suites - each three storeys high with mesmerising views directly into the Ambassador Lagoon from the master bedroom, these two suites located within the Lost Chambers create an illusion of being beneath the sea whilst looking directly into the heart of Atlantis. AWARD-WINNING CUISINE & DESIGNER SHOPPINGWith 17 restaurants, bars and lounges to suit every taste - sophisticated seafood, innovative sushi, quick bites and foods from around the world - the dining and entertainment at Atlantis will be as exciting and multi-faceted as the resort itself. Four famed celebrity chefs will debut at Atlantis, The Palm, making the resort the culinary destination in Dubai: World-class master chef and sushi mogul Nobuyuki Matsuhisa opens Nobu with partner Robert DeNiro; Two star Michelin chef Giorgio Locatelli Giorgio Locatelli is a well known Italian chef working in the United Kingdom. Giorgio Locatelli was born in 1963 to a family that ran a Michelin-starred restaurant in Corgeno, Italy. , one of London's most talked about Italian chefs, features Ronda Locatelli; Parisian sensation and two star Michelin chef Michel Rostang debuts his French Brasserie bras·se·rie n. A restaurant serving alcoholic beverages, especially beer, as well as food. [French, from brasser, to malt, brew, from Old French bracier, from Vulgar Latin ; and, Three star Michelin chef Santi Santamaria, known as 'The Architect of Food,' opens his first venture outside of Europe with Ossiano, a gourmet seafood restaurant. The specialty restaurants will be located along The Avenues, a sophisticated retail promenade also home to a nightclub and over two dozen shops featuring top names in fashion, design and local artistry. DESTINATION DISCOVERYFrom surreal sea life to heart-pounding water slides, even the youngest guest will be able to explore Atlantis and its deep connection to water and the ocean. Specialized programmes for toddlers to teenagers feature dedicated facilities and age-appropriate activities with the interactive Atlantis Kids Club (3 to 12 years) and Club Rush, a fully supervised 'No Adults' private club for teenagers and pre-teens. QuickZone will satisfy those looking for Looking for In the context of general equities, this describing a buy interest in which a dealer is asked to offer stock, often involving a capital commitment. Antithesis of in touch with. the ultimate gaming challenge on the latest SEGA (company, games) SEGA - manufacturer of video game hardware and software. Usenet newsgroup: news:rec.games.video.sega. equipment. Atlantis, The Palm is accessed by a six-lane underwater vehicle tunnel, which surfaces next to the resort. Alternately, guests may also choose to leave their cars at the base of the trunk in a secure, dedicated parking area, and board a monorail monorail, railway system that uses cars that run on a single rail. Typically the rail is run overhead and the cars are either suspended from it or run above it. to be transported through the centre of The Palm Jumeirah directly to Atlantis, The Palm. [c] 2008 Al Bawaba (www.albawaba.com) |
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