Atlantis Dubai Launch
Atlantis Palm Dubai opens its doors on time…but on budget?
700 guests checked into the ‘hotel of the moment’ on Wednesday 24th September, eager to experience the latest 5 star glam hotel and it’s new attraction – Aquaventure the middle east’s tallest and fastest free fall waterslide – Leap of Faith with its scary 27.5 metre drop. Guests were approached on their verdict – some almost too overwhelmed at what they had just experienced but yet very eager to have another go.
It’s truly commendable the Atlantis managed to pull off the opening as planned on the date set despite incurring fire damage to the inside and roof of the lobby caused by ceiling decoration sparking a fire whilst work was being carried out earlier this month. It is believed the cost of damage could escalate to $35 million. The catastrophe was resolved with the aid of thousands of labourers working night and day to rectify the damage with just a slight hiccup of a few cranes parked outside the main entrance on opening day.
However, this has not discouraged people to book into the US$1.5bn hotel. Alan Leibman, president of the Atlantis told the radio station Dubai Eye occupancy rates are over 50 percent. But is the resort living up to the hype? Apparently so.
5 star service and quality is being delivered left, right and centre according to most guests and the Aquaventure is far from failing to impress all age groups. But isn’t this what happens when all new hotels, especially 5 star hotels are born? All the publicity, and being part of the opening makes any Terry and June feel like BradJelina. Let’s watch this space and give time for the new hotel on the block syndrome to wear off and see if the Atlantis maintains its charm and best behaviour in months to come.
If reading this article somewhat tempts you to booking your Christmas holiday early, Emirates Airline have announced an offer of a complimentary one and two night stay for all passengers flying on Emirates First and Business Class during the offer period. Check out their website for more details.
The resort’s official opening party is on Nov 20 estimated at $35m, with a guest list of 2,000 all being offered complimentary stay. Kylie Minogue will throw a 60 minute concert and earn $4m and guests will view the most amazing firework display hyped to top the Beijing Olympics at a cost of $6.58 million. I’m invited….in my dreams!
Khaleej Times Article
The National Article
700 guests checked into the ‘hotel of the moment’ on Wednesday 24th September, eager to experience the latest 5 star glam hotel and it’s new attraction – Aquaventure the middle east’s tallest and fastest free fall waterslide – Leap of Faith with its scary 27.5 metre drop. Guests were approached on their verdict – some almost too overwhelmed at what they had just experienced but yet very eager to have another go.
It’s truly commendable the Atlantis managed to pull off the opening as planned on the date set despite incurring fire damage to the inside and roof of the lobby caused by ceiling decoration sparking a fire whilst work was being carried out earlier this month. It is believed the cost of damage could escalate to $35 million. The catastrophe was resolved with the aid of thousands of labourers working night and day to rectify the damage with just a slight hiccup of a few cranes parked outside the main entrance on opening day.
However, this has not discouraged people to book into the US$1.5bn hotel. Alan Leibman, president of the Atlantis told the radio station Dubai Eye occupancy rates are over 50 percent. But is the resort living up to the hype? Apparently so.
5 star service and quality is being delivered left, right and centre according to most guests and the Aquaventure is far from failing to impress all age groups. But isn’t this what happens when all new hotels, especially 5 star hotels are born? All the publicity, and being part of the opening makes any Terry and June feel like BradJelina. Let’s watch this space and give time for the new hotel on the block syndrome to wear off and see if the Atlantis maintains its charm and best behaviour in months to come.
If reading this article somewhat tempts you to booking your Christmas holiday early, Emirates Airline have announced an offer of a complimentary one and two night stay for all passengers flying on Emirates First and Business Class during the offer period. Check out their website for more details.
The resort’s official opening party is on Nov 20 estimated at $35m, with a guest list of 2,000 all being offered complimentary stay. Kylie Minogue will throw a 60 minute concert and earn $4m and guests will view the most amazing firework display hyped to top the Beijing Olympics at a cost of $6.58 million. I’m invited….in my dreams!
Khaleej Times Article
The National Article
Labels: Aquaventure, Atlantis Dubai, Atlantis Fire, Atlantis Kylie, Atlantis The Palm, Emirates Airlines Offer
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