The Burj Al Arab(literally, Tower of the Arabs) is a luxury Hotel located in Dubai, United Arab Emirite. At 321 metres (1,053 ft), it is the second tallest building used exclusively as a hotel, after Rose Tower, also in Dubai. However, the structure of the unfinished Ryugyong Hotel is nine meters taller than the Burj Al Arab, and the Rose Tower, also in Dubai, which has already topped Burj Al Arab's height at 333 m (1,090 ft), will take away the title upon its opening.The Burj Al Arab stands on an artificial island 280 metres (919 ft) out from Jumeirah beach, and is connected to the mainland by a private curving bridge. It is an iconic structure, designed to symbolize Dubai's urban transformation and to mimic the sail of a boat.
The marketing technique of self-declaring the 7 star title has worked very well. Burj al-Arab became one of the most wanted destinations, and not only in the United Arab Emirates. To keep objectivity, the hotel is officially 5 star deluxe. The service and the unseen luxury definitely makes it stand out of the other 5 star hotels. The service includes private chauffeur with Rolls Royce or BMW 7, private reception desk every floor, helicopter pad (helicopter trips to the center of Dubai or to the Dubai International Airport), restaurant located 200m above the sea level, with amezing view on the city. The hotel offers free entry to the Wild-Wadi Water Park as well.
Burj al-Arab has the most luxurious interior imaginable. Khuan Chew, Design Principal of KCA International was responsible for the interior design. The most expensive materials were used throughout the building. There is no exact data about the cost of the hotel, but rumours say that the return of investment could be 100 years, although the nights at Burj al-Arab start at $1000. The Royal Suite costs $28000 per night.
There are 202 duplex suites in the hotel, the smallest suite starts at 169 m², and the largest is 780 m². Each suite has floor to the ceiling windows with spectacular views on the Persian Gulf. Every suite has sumptuous living and dining area, and office facilities. They are equipped with 42 inch Plasma screen TV, and everything is automated and can be controlled via remote. The list goes on, like 13 pillows to choose from and similar thoughtful care for the guests.
There is huge variety of brilliant, elegant restaurants that offer much more than the average. Al Mahara (The Oyster) let you enjoy your meal next to a large circle aquarium. The Skyview Bar leaves you with an unforgettable experience drinking coctails -made by Rikard Lindqvist (mixologist) from Sweden- 200 m above the sea-level. If that is not enough, there are 8 more restaurants to choose from.
There is an entry fee to the hotel if you just want to see it from the inside, which is about ~50 euros. Although there is a trick that might help you get in without payment. Make a reservation on the phone for any restaurant in Burj al-Arab, you will get a reservation number which you have to show at the front gate. When you get inside to the hotel, just avoid the restaurant. Make sure you dont give your real phone number to them.
The Tower of the Arabs from an exact angle (sailing into the city of Dubai) can be viewed as a Christian symbol, the cross. It is still widely disputed, wether the British architects made it intentionally, or this is only a harmless coincidence. As United Arab Emirates is an Islamic country, such symbol would not make the locals happy, as Burj al-Arab is the iconic tower of their country, that represents their dream of the modern Dubai.
Burj al-Arab was the first hotel to self-declare the 7-star title, but soon another hotel appeared in the United Arab Emirates, the Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi. While Burj al-Arab lies on a small artificial island, Emirates Palace is surrounded by a spectacular garden with multiple swimming pools and amezing fountains. The hotel kept the traditional arabic architectural style.
Another restaurant, the Al Mahara, which is accessed via a simulated submarine voyage, features a large seawater aquriumaquarium, holding roughly 35,000 cubic feet (over one million litres) of water. The tank, made of acrylic glass in order to withstand the water pressure, is about 18 centimetres (7.1 in) thick. The restaurant was also voted among the top ten best restaurants of the world by Conde Nast Traveler. They have recently hired acclaimed chef Kevin McLaughlin.
Pearl Continental Hotel Gwadar fuses the best of rich culture and hospitality with contemporary amenities. Superb dining, spa, fitness, sports, and luxurious guest rooms cluster on the hillside above the shimmering drama of the Arabian Sea.
A five 5-star hotel in the Park City of Gwadar. Located on top of a cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea. All rooms and suits are oversized (38 sqm.) with Sea view. Various restaurants offer local and international specialties.A variety of conference room with State of the Art A/V equipments are available for up to 100 personsGwadar is located on the southwestern coast of Pakitan, close to the important Straits of Hormuz.Gwadar is the last of ''the string of pearls'', a series of ports starting in Southeast Asia to secure oil shipping from the Middle East. It is strategiacally located between three increasingly important regions of the world, the Middle East, South Asia and Central & East Asia.
Zaver Pearl Continental hotel is located on the majestic Koh-e-Batill Hill, down south along the West Bay on Fish Harbour Road. The hotel has a magnificent view, located in beautifully landscaped surroundings with water ponds on top of a cliff overlooking the Arabian Sea. It is a first-rate business location.Directly on airport road, down south along west bay on fish harbour road.
Tradition, prestige, and a legendary past set the Ritz Paris apart from other palace hotels. In 1898, Cesar Ritz created an exclusive luxury hotel where comfort, gastronomy, and service were accorded the highest priority.
Located on the beautiful Place Vendome, the Ritz is in the heart of Paris, within walking distance to many historical monuments and fashionable shopping areas. Among the elegantly appointed rooms and suites are ten renowned specialty suites, including the Coco Chanel, Windsor, and Imperial.
L'Espadon, gourmet restaurant offering the ultimate in French gastronomy. During the summer months, afternoon tea, cocktails, and dining available in the garden at the Vendome Bar and at L'Espadon.
Health club with indoor swimming pool, fitness equipment, and beauty salon. A real six hole green golf in the "Grand Jardin".
The Landmark London is a five star hotel on Marylebone Road on the northern side of central London, England in the borough of London named the CIty of Westminster. It was originally opened by the Great Central Railway, as the Hotel Great Central.
Vast, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is one of the world’s great cities. Located in the southeast of England, on the River Thames, it is the capital of the United Kingdom (UK) and has been the heart of its political, cultural and business life for centuries. It was the Romans who established ‘Londinium’ as an important fortress town, guarding the Thames and protecting against any Celtic tribes trying to invade the then untamed island.
Over the centuries, London has developed and expanded, despite the many dangers that might have defeated a lesser place – the Great Plague, the Great Fire, the bitter English Civil War, a plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament, and the ‘Blitz’ during WWII. Nowadays, the sheer scale of Greater London can be daunting at first, although it is a city that is surprisingly easy to get around, with the comprehensive and easily navigated London Underground.
The twin axes on which London rests are the Houses of Parliament to the west and the City of London to the east. The seat of government (not far from the home of the royal family) is connected to the City (the financial engine room of London and the whole of the UK) by the River Thames. In between lie most of the tourist attractions and the busiest, liveliest entertainment areas, such as Knightsbridge and Soho. But London’s vivacity and charm stretch far beyond the Circle Line – the Underground route that rings the inner city. Residential areas outside the city center, such as leafy Richmond (southwest) or Hampstead (north), trendy Hoxton (east) or Notting Hill (west), each have their own beating heart.
This very real multiculturalism is evident on every street (and many restaurant plates) and is a key reason why people love the city. Tourists come for London’s history or London’s royal pageantry but they return for all the charms of the modern London, not least the extraordinary breadth of London’s cultural life, with world-class art galleries and theaters, vibrant nightlife, film, music, culinary and fashion scenes. But the city skyline is the place where the London’s rapid change and optimism is most visible – the Docklands and the City (with its now famous ‘Gherkin’ tower) have shot up over the last few years.
After an enthusiastic campaign endorsed by a wealth of sporting celebrities and fervently supported by the majority of residents, London won the bid to host the Olympic Games in 2012, which will have a significant impact on the future of the city in terms of both tourism and investment. During summer, London’s bountiful green spaces fill up with office workers and tourists enjoying the surprisingly balmy days as café tables sprout across a multitude of pavements. During winter, the grey skies and rain can be forgotten for a while in numerous cozy pubs. But spring or autumn are probably the best seasons to visit the city, when clear, crisp, sunny days often illuminate London and its landmarks, old and new.
The two-story hotel is approached through the resort's extensive gardens dotted with sculptures that carry the Arabian fantasy theme and the Residence's private driveway dotted with palm trees. The stairs behind the small front desk lead down to the lounge and the dining room overlooking a decorative pool and the sea. This is the place where an elaborate afternoon tea is served daily. A selection of restaurants and bars can be found next door at the Residence's siblings Palace and Arabian Court that are part of the Royal Mirage resort. While guests have to trek over to the neighboring grounds for a bite, many appreciate the added exclusivity from outside guests that this slight distance provides.
In addition to the pool, the tennis courts, the beach and the watersports center, the hotel boasts the sophisticated Health & Beauty Institute inside a building inspired by traditional desert architecture. The Givenchy Spa forms the heart of the Institute with its 12 treatment rooms. Guests have use of a gym, a hair salon and the impressive hammam steam bath. At the pool, lounging is especially sweet as staffers regularly provide fresh fruit, sorbet and chilled towels.
With only 50 rooms and suites, the Residence feels like the mansion of an affluent Arab friend. Standard rooms are 58 sq m and feature large baths with separate tub and shower. Their lavish decor and maple wood furnishings are true to the hotel's Oriental theme with luxuriously soft carpeting. Each room faces the sea and has its own terrace. Suites are very generous in size and boast spacious living rooms, large beds and huge baths with makeup mirrors, designer toiletries and hair dryers. The traditional amenities are in place such as large desks with dual-line phones with data ports and voice mail, high-speed Internet access, safes and fresh fruit replenished daily. The hotel's top accommodation in the Garden Villa spreads over 300 sq m and features a private garden and its own temperature-controlled pool.
