Water pleasure: Journalists watch a stingray swimming in the aquarium at a press preview


A swirling glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly graces one of the lobbies


Fantasy island: The Atlantis hotel has been built on an artificial island off the coast of Dubai
Even the corridors are sumptuous


Bathtime - with water cascading from high up in the ceiling


... Or you might prefer to soak up the splendours of the aquarium while you bathe


A tourist takes a picture of her husband as he slides down the Leap of Faith chute at the Atlantis resort


Special guest: One of the dolphins flown in from the far-off Pacific


Another hotel suite gives a more traditional view of the actual sea


The decor is uncluttered but exotic


Fish food: Diners can also gaze at the stunning sea life in the giant aquarium


An eye-catching oven is the centrepiece of this restaurant area


Colourful murals line the upper walls


An alcove gives onto a quiet, discreet dining room


Another dining area provides a moody retreat


The hi-tech entrance of Italian celebrity chef Giorgio Locatelli's restaurant at the hotel


Jumeira Palm Island seen from a helicopter. The Atlantis Hotel is in the distance


Luxury on tap: A view of the seven star Burj Al Arab Hotel and Palm Island Jumeirah and the Atlantis Hotel in the background