The Palm Islands (Atlantis), Dubai
D Pos - The legend of Atlantis comes to life in Dubai and it more than lives up to the myth! This lavish marine-themed resort combines luxury with a whole host of unique attractions that will keep you and the kids awe-struck from the first day of your holiday right through to the last.

If you fancy stunning views of the sparkling sea, upgrade to an Ocean Deluxe Room, very spacious indeed, with bathrobes and slippers a very lovely touch. The Palm Beach Deluxe Room is also highly recommended, not only do they overlook the beach, you can marvel at views of Palm Island and the Dubai Skyline too, from your own private balcony of course! When you’re not drinking in your wonderful surrounds, wander through the passageways and tunnels of The Lost Chambers Aquarium, marvel at over 65,000 marine animals at the Ambassador Lagoon or splash about on thrill rides galore at Aquaventure Waterpark – completely free to Atlantis guests!

The hotel of choice for the stars, it’s not uncommon to see celebrities enjoying a break or TV shows and movies being filmed at this spectacular resort. You’ll feel like a star too as you settle in, being pampered at the ShuiQui Spa perhaps or donning your tracksuit for a stint at the state-of-the-art fitness centre.

If you’ve kids with you, point them in the direction of the Atlantis Kids Club or Club Rush teens club - with something exciting on the agenda every day, from underwater theatre to playing chef, they’ll thank you for it! When it comes to drinks and eats, you’re spoilt for choice. Fancy a bit of a culinary treat? Head to Nobu, the first in the Middle East, for Japanese dishes with an American influence.

If somewhere more casual appeals, kick-back at Kaleidoscope, very family-friendly with sumptuous buffet fare to entice even the pickiest of eaters. Come sundown, the N'Dulge Nightclub is adults only, chilling out under a desert sky on the terrace, a cocktail in hand of course!


