View of part of the Fujairah Corniche and the Hajar Mountains in the Background

Monday, November 24, 2008

Behold Atlantis Rising

You missed out on an invitation to the opening of Dubai’s Atlantis Hotel the other night or you wish to relive the experience?

The Guardian has posted a three minute video so you can draw your own conclusions of the extravaganza.

See the most expensive fireworks display in history, a smattering of the celebs, learn what Janet Jackson likes about the Atlantis and see Kylie grooving on stage for her handsome pay cheque.

The link to the video entitled ‘Recession? What Recession?’ The Guardian, 21 November 2008.

Accompanying Articles:
‘500 Chefs, 4,000 lobsters and Kylie’, The Guardian, 21 November 2008.

How Dubai’s Bubble Burst, The Guardian, 21 November 2008.

More:
Oprah [who did not show] and Celebs Ignore Animal rights at 20 Million Dollar Atlantis Hotel Launch, ETE, 20 November 2008.

Dr Geoff Pound

Image: ‘Behold Atlantis Rising.’