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12/21/23, 10:17 AM UAE 2023: A year in review - Arabian Business

Atlantis The Royal in Dubai had its grand opening in February 2023 after being built piece

by piece like a game of Tetris. Spread across 795 guest rooms, 102 suites, and 2 kilometres

of private beach, the resort caters to both leisure and business travellers with celebrity chef
restaurants, a lavish spa, and oceanfront setting. Continuing the UAE’s tradition of
superlative attractions, it debuted the world’s largest aquarium showcasing 4,000 jellyfish

as well as a spectacular water and fire fountain display.

Originally planned for an October 2022 launch, the date was pushed back to early 2023.

Rising 43 stories high with a distinctive cantilevered design, Atlantis The Royal consists of
231 luxury apartments and 693 hotel rooms and suites all boasting panoramic views of the

Arabian Sea and nearby Palm Island. With its elements of luxury, entertainment, and
engineering prowess, the property represents both a landmark addition to Dubai’s hotel

scene and another example of the emirate’s ambitious vision.

For the opening, American music superstar Beyoncé took the stage for the first time in five
years. It was a performance worth the wait, and one the invitation-only audience will

remember for a lifetime. Three costumes, an entire squad of Lebanese dance troupe Mayas,

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