An iconic modern marvel in Dubai, the Palm Jumeirah is not only worth exploring but staying at too; here’s more on what it has to offer.
What Is It Exactly?
Palm Jumeirah lies just off Dubai’s coast and is an artificial island that has been designed to resemble the shape of a palm tree; it features 16 Fronds as well as sections called the Crescent and Trunk. Here, you will find everything from residences to resorts as well as sightseeing, dining, retail and entertainment hotspots.
Accommodation
By staying at one of the hotels in Palm Jumeirah, you can fully experience what this destination has to offer; options include Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort home to the UAE’s only overwater villas. Apart from luxury accommodation, such properties have direct beach access, dining and spa options and kids’ and teens’ clubs too.
Water Sports & Cruises
Due to its coastal location, the Palm Jumeirah features a wide range of water sports; you can enjoy wakeboarding, kneeboarding, water-skiing, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, banana boat rides and fishing. Some resorts also offer charter cruises with dining and entertainment as well as longtail boat cruises in the Arabian Gulf.
Diverse Attractions
Some of the best attractions in Dubai are found here like the Aquaventure Waterpark with its exhilarating rides, The Lost Chambers Aquarium and Dolphin Bay where you can swim with dolphins! Don’t miss the panoramas at the 240-metre-high, The View at The Palm, shopping at Nakheel Mall and dining along the Palm Jumeirah boardwalk.