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knowledge gold medal winners
ttglive.com
Dubai
Atlantis
adventure
UK agents headed to Dubai for the grand final of Gold
Medal’s Golden Ticket giveaway at Atlantis, the Palm.
Lucinda Dunseath talks to some of the finalists
ZOE PLACE. and the range of activities on offer. like having plenty to do, and especially if
HOLIDAYS FIRST. The rooms are great, very spacious and they like water-based activities.
Atlantis, The Palm some of the bigger suites are stunning with There were lots of different flumes to ride
I thought the overall feel of great views. What really stood out was the on and activities for children. The section
this hotel was quite American standard of service. The staff were so helpful for children looked good and very safe if
for a five-star hotel and it was and friendly, it was absolutely superb. you have young ones. There were lots of
fairly informal. I would I think the hotel is fantastic but customers lifeguards at every corner of the park.
definitely recommend it for families and should be aware it is expensive. Items such I liked the Shark Attack ride best, which
also young and trendy people. I think it as drinks could add up to a lot during a stay. takes you through the hotel’s aquarium on
would also suit people that like branded and an inflatable ring – I loved it! I went on
quite contemporary places to stay. If people KAREN THORNTON. that one twice as well as the Leap of Faith,
wanted somewhere with intimacy I might PETER GOORD TRAVEL. the tallest ride in Aquaventure.
recommend somewhere else. Aquaventure The park had plenty of sunbeds and lots
I liked the relaxing pool area, and also the I thought Aquaventure was great for of space, and there were nice restaurants for
Levantine terrace – it had a Moroccan feel everyone, from children to adults. It was also guests to enjoy lunch.
with cushions on the floor and shisha pipes really well laid out, there was You could definitely spend the whole
–I was shocked how much I enjoyed it! I lots of space. I would definitely day here, or walk in and out of it if you’re
expected it to be really cheesy, but it was recommend it to clients staying staying in the hotel. There are lockers and
great. The restaurants were all very good too; at Atlantis. It’s a real incentive free towels available, as well as private
the food on this trip was delicious. to stay as entrance is free to guests. areas. If you like water this is definitely
I was also impressed with the water park I think it would be good for couples that worth a visit. Turn to 64
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