Tourism & Hospitality | Thursday 7 May, 2015 12:00 am |

On stand HC6420 in Sheikh Saeed Hall 1 of the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai unveiled a range of unique summer packages in celebration of Arabian Travel Market 2015. The resort is participating under the umbrella of Kerzner International, the international developer and operator of destination resorts and luxury hotels.

The leading entertainment resort is introducing new packages including the Visa Family Fun Package starting from AED 1,595++* per room per night from stays until 30th September 2015 for 2 adults and 2 children under 16 years of age. Offerincludesdaily breakfast and lunch or dinner for every night of stay along with unlimited access to Aquaventure Waterpark with record breaking rides and the mythical Lost Chambers Aquarium boasting over 65,000 marine animals. Added extras also include free entrance to Atlantis Kids Club or Club Rush per child per day, preferential rates of up to 30% off retail price when swimming with thedolphins at Dolphin Bay or meeting the sea lions at Sealion Point as well as a 2 for 1 head neck and shoulder massage at ShuiQi Spa.

Atlantis The Palm, Dubai offers trade visitors the possibility to try the Virtual Reality Technology goggles which offers an exciting first at Arabian Travel Market this year, virtual reality technology which allow trade visitors to experience the different activities at the resort. Using the all new ‘ZEISS VR One’ virtual reality system with head tracking technology, the wearer is able to seamlessly look around the virtual world just as in real life for the ultimate immersive visual experience. Every subtle movement of the head is tracked in real time creating a natural and intuitive experience.

“It the eagerly awaited announcement for Atlantis enthusiasts who can start planning their trips to the resort now,” says Ravini Perera, SVP of Sales, PR and Marketing Atlantis, The Palm. “Every year, we choose the ideal platform to unveil our summer offers to thousands of visitors and we aspire to create packages that are appealing and diverseto create a personalized experience to suit each and every member of the family.”

Inspired by the ocean and its wondrous marine life, everything about Atlantis is larger than life. This year the resort will launcha series of new interactive programmes, including an education session about Sea Lions at Aquaventure, the No. 1 water park in the Middle East and Europe. Atlantis also announces today the launch of #SealionSelfie, an initiative that allows hotel guests to take a fun selfie with adorable Sea Lions to share with their followers on social media. Moreover, both in house and day guests will have an opportunity to experience additional Sea Lion Point programmes including Sea Lion Photo Fun and Sea Lion Discovery, the more personalised interactionthat see’s guests swim with the creatures.

Visitors to Arabian Travel Market 2015, can also visit the Kerzner stand to catch a glimpse of the new Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences. Bought to life through a scalable model, of 46-storey development, will be located on the crescent of The Palm, next to the Atlantis resort; bringing 800 new guest rooms and 250 luxury residences to the area. Set to forever enhance the landscape of Dubai, this new generation of distinctive luxury will offer a sophisticated lifestyle experience, edgier than any resort in the region, with infinite ocean views, accented with lush green spaces, encapsulated in dramatic architecture.
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About Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai

Atlantis, The Palm is the first entertainment resort destination in the region and located at the centre of the crescent of The Palm in Dubai. Opened in September 2008, the unique ocean-themed resort features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, as well as 17 hectares of waterscape amusement at Aquaventure Waterpark, all within a 46 hectare site. It is home to one of the largest open-air marine habitats in the world, with over 65,000 marine animals in lagoons and displays including The Lost Chambers Aquarium, a maze of underwater corridors and passageways providing a journey through ancient Atlantis. Aquaventure features 18 million litres of fresh water used to power thrilling waterslides, a 2.3 kilometre river ride with tidal waves and pools, water rapids and white water chargers. Dolphin Bay, the unparalleled dolphin conservation and education habitat, was created to provide guests a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn more about one of nature’s most graceful mammals. Atlantis, The Palm is also known as the culinary destination in the region with a collection of world-renowned restaurants including Nobu and Ronda Locatelli. The resort boasts an impressive collection of luxury boutiques and shops as well as extensive meeting and convention facilities.