Family fun at Atlantis, The Palm

Atlantis, The Palm 1 November 2008

Atlantis, The Palm is the first and flagship resort to open on the iconic Palm Jumeirah island. Created by Kerzner International Holdings Limited, a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, Atlantis has become Dubai's strongest family proposition yet, as both a resort and day visitor attraction, with unrivalled facilities including the Middle East's largest water themed attraction and a variety of experiences for children of all ages.

With its enviable location atop the crescent of The Palm Jumeirah, the opening of Atlantis, The Palm in September 2008 has redefined tourism in Dubai as it is the first fully integrated entertainment resort. Families are transported into a dazzling, imaginative world, encompassing a 46 hectare site including an incredible water adventure at Aquaventure, a marine habitat of 65,000 marine animals, a kids club for four to 12 year olds, a private club for teenagers, a beautiful stretch of beach, luxury boutiques, numerous dining choices including four celebrity chef restaurants, a nightclub, spa and fitness club.

Kids Clubs
The Atlantis Kids Club (4 - 12 years) offers a supervised activity programme with a focus on adventure, play, exploration and education on a daily basis. It includes two climbing walls, a theatre where the kids can get involved with producing and acting, arts and crafts sessions, and stints in the kitchen where they can learn to bake their own bread and cakes from the culinary team at Atlantis. The entire resort acts as the playground for kids, including the fish hospital at the marine habitat. There are also nannies to care for younger children and nurses on duty at all times.

Teens will love Club Rush (ages 13 - 17) - a fully supervised 'No Adults' private club. Atlantis recognises the importance of treating teenagers as young adults so has created an entire part of the resort exclusively for this age group providing a haven for them to socialise in - a first in Dubai. They can hang out in the lounge area, watch films at the cinema, make use of the latest games and consoles, catch up on emails at the internet facility, and dance the night away at the nightclub where they can also try their hand at DJ'ing. There are popcorn and hotdog machines as well as a bar serving fresh juices, punches and other non-alcoholic drinks (‘mocktails'). Parents can buy credit and attribute it to their child's account so that they have the freedom to spend (as much or as little!) as they wish.

Water experiences
From surreal sea life to heart-pounding water slides, children of all ages can explore Atlantis and its deep connection to water and the ocean.

§ 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 temple reaching over 30 metres into the sky and featuring seven heart-pumping water slides - two of which catapult riders through shark-filled lagoons;
§ Not to forget even the youngest visitors, Atlantis has designed Splashers, a water playground featuring elaborate water games, slides and structures, providing a world of thrills and lots of water spills for children less than 1.1 metres - and their parents. Two enormous tipping buckets spin on their axis and release 1200 litres of water at various intervals, dousing the occupants of Splashers playing beneath these regulated waterfalls. Children will delight in the interactive climbing frames or challenge one another across one of the five rope bridges that interconnect with ten water slides, whilst comrades use water jets and cannons on family and friends;
§ The Ambassador Lagoon - an 11 million litre marine habitat and underwater exhibit home to several hundred species of marine life, with a viewing panel looking right into the mythical 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;
§ 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.

The waterscape at Atlantis, The Palm features two pools - the Royal Pool, a sophisticated serene experience and the Zero Entry Pool, an energetic, engaging experience, ideal for families. There is an inviting 1.4 kilometre white sand beach which will host a variety of water sports including windsurfing, kayaking, and floating climbing walls.

Family accommodation
Over 1400 of the 1,539 guestrooms and suites in the Royal Towers boast inter-connecting doors, providing ideal accommodation for families. Atlantis, The Palm has also taken steps to ensure a good night's sleep for the whole family by commissioning King Coil to create exclusive roll-away beds with high quality mattresses. All children staying at the resort receive a welcome letter highlighting all the experiences they can encounter while at Atlantis. Even the youngest guest is well looked after with bespoke cribs, complete with extra linens and JOHNSON'SÒ products including shampoo, baby oil, lotion and a rubber ducky to make bath time more fun. Other items needed for young children including bottle sterilizers are also available and guests can utilise the mini-bar to store necessities as one side is left empty for guest use, perfect for formula or bottles.

Food for all tastes
No matter what your children's tastes and dietary requirements, the resort's 17 restaurants will cater for them, with special allergy-conscious menus and a variety of food from around the world from sushi to pizza. What's more, four famed celebrity chefs debut at Atlantis, The Palm, making the resort the culinary destination in Dubai - Nobu by Nobuyuki Matsuhisa, Ronda Locatelli - an Italian eatery by two star Michelin chef Giorgio Locatelli with a central stone oven with fresh-baked pizzas, Rostang - The French Brasserie by Parisian two star Michelin chef Michel Rostang and Ossiano - a gourmet seafood restaurant by three star Spanish Michelin chef Santi Santamaria. Families can also enjoy the variety available at the resort's two buffets. Saffron is an interactive buffet with close to 20 theatrical cooking stations, letting guests be part of the action. Kaleidoscope is warm and inviting, focusing on Mediterranean cuisine and specialities out of Northern Africa and India. Throughout the resort, kids are given diverse selection including classic favourites including spaghetti and meatballs and hamburgers, as well as healthier options such as salads, fresh fruits and vegetables.

Other activities
For those in search of some retail therapy, The Avenues provide a sophisticated retail promenade home to over 18 shops featuring top names in fashion, design and local artistry. Those looking for the ultimate challenge in gaming, The Zone will ensure that no matter the numbers playing; solo or in a troupe, kids can fine tune their rally driving, golf, tennis, snowboarding, and skateboarding skills on the latest SEGA games and equipment.

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